Something he is very well known for. Nintendo, is that since it started originally in the video game area, the player has always had the opportunity to alternate between his television and a small screen to try games, since laptops are important in the company’s career. With this, the first step was taken at this time game boyBuilt by black and white console Gunpei Yokoi Which became an instant success with a path that evolved and resulted in successor devices.
Apparently, today is the console’s anniversary, since on July 31, 35 years ago, the console was released with a bundle that people couldn’t pass up, which TetrisAnd that was followed by several worthwhile games like it Super Mario Land, The Legend of Zelda: Lynx Awakens, Wario Land, Donkey Kong 94 and many more. So that the opportunity is not missed, in its account Nintendo A picture was shared commemorating such an epic entertainment system.
35 years ago. How old were you when the Game Boy was released in North America? pic.twitter.com/Cr5DH84zog
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) July 31, 2024
Here is the console description:
The first Game Boy released by Nintendo in 1989 was a portable console that revolutionized the video game industry. Designed by Gunpei Yokoi, this device was the first portable gaming system to achieve widespread commercial success.
The console has a 2.6-inch grayscale LCD screen, capable of displaying graphics in four shades of green. It runs on four AA batteries, giving it an impressive battery life of around 10 to 15 hours of continuous gaming. Despite its limited screen and rudimentary graphics compared to home consoles of the time, the Game Boy stood out for its portability, durability, and extensive game library.
The Game Boy includes a D-pad, two action buttons (A and B), and “Start” and “Select” buttons. Its simple yet effective design makes it accessible to players of all ages.
One of the main reasons for its success was the “Tetris” game that was included with the console. This title, along with other hits like “Super Mario Land” and “The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening” cemented the Game Boy as an essential gaming platform.
The original Game Boy sold more than 118 million units worldwide (including its variants, such as the Game Boy Color), establishing Nintendo as a leader in the portable console industry. Its legacy is enduring, being considered one of the most influential video game systems of all time.
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Author’s Note: It’s strange that I have several physical games on the console in my collection, but not the device, and now it’s an expensive gadget and money is better spent on other things.
