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|last-version = {{Version|SuperZSNES}}

|active = Yes

|architecture = [[wikipedia:Unity (game engine)|Unity Engine]]

|prog-lang = C# (Mono)

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'''SUPER ZSNES''' is a complete, from-scratch rewrite of ~~the legendary~~ [[ZSNES]], developed by the original authors '''zsKnight''' and '''_Demo_'''. Announced in April 25, 2026 (and release on 26th), it abandons the legacy x86 assembly of the 1997 original in favor of a modern [[wikipedia:Unity (game engine)|Unity-based]] architecture.

'''SUPER ZSNES''' is a complete, from-scratch rewrite of [[ZSNES]], developed by the original authors '''zsKnight''' and '''_Demo_'''. Announced in April 25, 2026 (and release on 26th), it abandons the legacy x86 assembly of the 1997 original in favor of a modern [[wikipedia:Unity (game engine)|Unity-based]] architecture.

The emulator is designed to leverage modern GPU power to provide "Super Enhancements" that go beyond traditional emulation.<ref name="arstechnica">[https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2026/04/super-zsnes-is-a-stab-at-a-modern-snes-emulator-from-the-original-developers/ Super ZSNES” is a stab at a modern SNES emulator from the original developers] Ars Technica</ref>

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|align=center|{{Icon|Android-big}}

|'''[https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.zsnes.superzsnes Play Store]

|'''[https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.zsnes.superzsnes Play Store]'''

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|align=center|{{Icon|iOS-big}}

|~~WIP~~

|'''[https://apps.apple.com/us/app/super-zsnes/id6786741278 Apple Store]'''

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==Interface==

SUPER ZSNES retains the ~~iconic~~ "Blue Box" GUI and the signature falling snow from the original version, now modernized for 4K displays and touchscreens. It includes modern quality-of-life features such as Rewind, Fast-Forward, and Save State Bookmarking.

SUPER ZSNES retains the "Blue Box" GUI and the signature falling snow from the original version, now modernized for 4K displays and touchscreens. It includes modern quality-of-life features such as Rewind, Fast-Forward, and Save State Bookmarking.

File:SUPERZSNES_8l9BbZVipS.png

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==Status==

As of April 2026, SUPER ZSNES is in early access. Support for special enhancement chips (SuperFX, SA-1) and ~~the legendary~~ Netplay system are currently listed as "Coming Soon" on the official roadmap.

As of April 2026, SUPER ZSNES is in early access. Support for special enhancement chips (SuperFX, SA-1) and a Netplay system are currently listed as "Coming Soon" on the official roadmap.

==References==

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 |last-version  = {{Version|SuperZSNES}}
 |active        = Yes
-|platform      = [[Emulators on Windows|Windows]]<br/>[[Emulators on macOS|macOS]]<br/>[[Emulators on Linux|Linux]]<br/>[[Emulators on Android|Android]]<br/>[[Emulators on iOS|iOS]] <small>WIP</small>
+|platform      = [[Emulators on Windows|Windows]]<br/>[[Emulators on macOS|macOS]]<br/>[[Emulators on Linux|Linux]]<br/>[[Emulators on Android|Android]]<br/>[[Emulators on iOS|iOS]]
 |architecture  = [[wikipedia:Unity (game engine)|Unity Engine]]
 |prog-lang     = C# (Mono)
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-'''SUPER ZSNES''' is a complete, from-scratch rewrite of the legendary [[ZSNES]], developed by the original authors '''zsKnight''' and '''_Demo_'''. Announced in April 25, 2026 (and release on 26th), it abandons the legacy x86 assembly of the 1997 original in favor of a modern [[wikipedia:Unity (game engine)|Unity-based]] architecture.
+'''SUPER ZSNES''' is a complete, from-scratch rewrite of [[ZSNES]], developed by the original authors '''zsKnight''' and '''_Demo_'''. Announced in April 25, 2026 (and release on 26th), it abandons the legacy x86 assembly of the 1997 original in favor of a modern [[wikipedia:Unity (game engine)|Unity-based]] architecture.
 The emulator is designed to leverage modern GPU power to provide "Super Enhancements" that go beyond traditional emulation.<ref name="arstechnica">[https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2026/04/super-zsnes-is-a-stab-at-a-modern-snes-emulator-from-the-original-developers/ Super ZSNES” is a stab at a modern SNES emulator from the original developers] Ars Technica</ref>
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 |align=center|{{Icon|Android-big}}
-|'''[https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.zsnes.superzsnes Play Store]
+|'''[https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.zsnes.superzsnes Play Store]'''
 |-
 |align=center|{{Icon|iOS-big}}
-|WIP
+|'''[https://apps.apple.com/us/app/super-zsnes/id6786741278 Apple Store]'''
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 ==Interface==
-SUPER ZSNES retains the iconic "Blue Box" GUI and the signature falling snow from the original version, now modernized for 4K displays and touchscreens. It includes modern quality-of-life features such as Rewind, Fast-Forward, and Save State Bookmarking.
+SUPER ZSNES retains the "Blue Box" GUI and the signature falling snow from the original version, now modernized for 4K displays and touchscreens. It includes modern quality-of-life features such as Rewind, Fast-Forward, and Save State Bookmarking.
 <gallery widths="200px" heights="150px" caption="SUPER ZSNES User Interface and Enhancements">
 File:SUPERZSNES_8l9BbZVipS.png
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 ==Status==
-As of April 2026, SUPER ZSNES is in early access. Support for special enhancement chips (SuperFX, SA-1) and the legendary Netplay system are currently listed as "Coming Soon" on the official roadmap.
+As of April 2026, SUPER ZSNES is in early access. Support for special enhancement chips (SuperFX, SA-1) and a Netplay system are currently listed as "Coming Soon" on the official roadmap.
 ==References==