F×16s

F×16s refers to a series of compact, lightweight, and portable 16-bit home video game consoles developed by Nintendo in the late 1980s and early 1990s. The name is derived from the "Famicom" (Family Computer), the original Japanese version of the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), with the "×16" indicating the next generation of gaming technology, emphasizing the 16-bit processing power.

The first console in this line, the Super Famicom, was released in Japan on November 21, 1990. It was later rebranded as the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) for international markets, debuting in North America on November 23, 1991, and in Europe in 1992. The SNES was a significant upgrade over the NES, featuring enhanced graphics, sound capabilities, and a more advanced chipset, including the Super Nintendo Chip (S-NES) and the Super FX chip in later models.

The F×16s also introduced several innovations, such as the Super Game Boy, a peripheral that allowed SNES games to be played on the Game Boy, and the Super Multicart, a multi-game cartridge that could hold up to 16 games. The console supported a wide variety of games, from action-adventure titles like *Super Mario World* and *The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past* to platformers like *Super Metroid* and *Donkey Kong Country*.

The F×16s had a competitive market, facing rivals like Sega’s Mega Drive (Genesis) and later the Neo Geo AES. Despite this competition, the SNES remained popular for its extensive library of games and strong third-party support. Production of the SNES ended in 1999, but its legacy endured, influencing later gaming consoles and remaining a beloved system among retro gaming enthusiasts.