Best Super Nintendo simulation games

The Matrix has 41 simulation games on file for the Super Nintendo, released between 1990–1997. 13 of them support multiplayer. They're ranked below by legacy score, so the games that shaped the genre on the SNES come first, with lesser-known picks further down.

Simulation games model a system and let you play inside it, whether that means building a city, flying a plane, raising a pet or running a business.

Typical commitment: weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours). Tip: Simulations are often open-ended. Set yourself small goals and enjoy experimenting with the systems.