Could Sega's SG-1000 Have Beaten Nintendo?
Retrogames
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How did the Sega vs Nintendo rivalry really begin?
Long before Sonic met Mario, Sega and Nintendo were already battling for control of the Japanese home console market. In 1983, the SG-1000 and Famicom launched on the very same day, but a surprise twist gave Sega an unexpected opportunity to seize the lead.
In this episode, we explore the origins of gaming's greatest rivalry, comparing the SG-1000 and Famicom hardware, examining how their games stacked up, and uncovering some fascinating pieces of forgotten gaming history. We'll also take a look at the related Tsukuda Othello Multivision, the Pioneer SD-25 TV module, and one very special game that marked the commercial debut of the programmer who would later create Sonic the Hedgehog.
If you think you know how Sega vs Nintendo began... think again.
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Not sure why this doesn’t have more views! The OG title seemed good too… the consistency of your videos is epic
I'm so happy that you covered the Othello. Almost no one ever talks about it or the little silver boxed games. They really are rare. Only have 2 or 3 of those myself.
I need to dig out my SG 1000 from the loft and try and get it working in colour as it ran in black and white last time I hooked it up to a CRT.
You've inspired me to also try and buy a Famicom. Some of those games looked great and I know very little about some of them them.
Loved this one Jace (but you knew i would). Thank you 🙏
When the SG-1000 was released however, it was pitted against the Famicom which had a much newer and better graphic chip. Add the fact that Nintendo has always known how to release killer games to support its consoles, and Sega was at a clear disadvantage here.
Nintendo tried to screw them over on Donkey Kong. Congo Bongo was their revenge.
Could Sega's SG-1000 Have Beaten Nintendo?
Retrogames
4,156 views
How did the Sega vs Nintendo rivalry really begin?
Long before Sonic met Mario, Sega and Nintendo were already battling for control of the Japanese home console market. In 1983, the SG-1000 and Famicom launched on the very same day, but a surprise twist gave Sega an unexpected opportunity to seize the lead.
In this episode, we explore the origins of gaming's greatest rivalry, comparing the SG-1000 and Famicom hardware, examining how their games stacked up, and uncovering some fascinating pieces of forgotten gaming history. We'll also take a look at the related Tsukuda Othello Multivision, the Pioneer SD-25 TV module, and one very special game that marked the commercial debut of the programmer who would later create Sonic the Hedgehog.
If you think you know how Sega vs Nintendo began... think again.