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Game & Watch: The Pioneer of Portable Video Games

In 1980, Nintendo revolutionised the world of handheld video games with the launch of Game & Watch, the series of consoles that ushered in a new era in portable entertainment. Designed by Gunpei Yokoi, the Japanese engineer who would later create the famous Game Boy, the...

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SEGA Mega Drive: The Birthplace of Sonic the Hedgehog

SEGA Mega Drive, known as the Sega Genesis in North America, is one of the most iconic consoles in the history of video games. Released in Japan on 29 October 1988 and in Europe in 1990, it revolutionised the industry and left an indelible mark on culture. One of the curiosities...

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Atari 2600: The Origin of a Video Game Era

On 11 September 1977, Atari launched the Atari 2600, a console that would revolutionise home entertainment and which, in its early years, was known as the Atari VCS (Video Computer System). This initial name reflected its ability to interchange cartridges and run multiple games, and it was...

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