Famicom (1983)
Nintendo’s 8-bit console that started a revolution in home gaming.
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From 8-bit beginnings to the 3D era, Japanese consoles shaped gaming worldwide.
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8-bit Era (1983–1989)
SEGA Mark III (1985)
Sega’s 8-bit competitor, later released overseas as the Master System.
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16-bit Era (1987–1995)
PC Engine (1987)
Compact design, HuCards, and the pioneering CD-ROM² add-on.
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Super Famicom (1990)
Mode 7, enhancement chips, and a landmark 16-bit library.
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Mega Drive (1988)
Arcade-speed action and Sega’s distinct 16-bit identity.
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32/64-bit Era (1994–2000)
PlayStation (1994)
CD-ROM power, 3D polygon graphics, and a global third-party ecosystem.
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SEGA Saturn (1994)
2D powerhouse with a deep arcade legacy, beloved in Japan.
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Nintendo 64 (1996)
Analog stick innovation and landmark 3D adventures.
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