Hardware by Nintendo

The Game Boy Pocket, released by Nintendo in 1996 (and widely available through 1997), was a compact and improved version of the original Game Boy. It featured a slimmer design, a sharper monochrome display with better contrast, and required just two AAA batteries. While gameplay remained the same, its portability and refined screen made it a fan favorite for on-the-go gaming.

The Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), released in 1986 outside Japan, revolutionized home gaming. With its 8-bit graphics, legendary games like Super Mario Bros. and The Legend of Zelda, and durable design, it redefined entertainment for an entire generation.