Sega Genesis

Released in 1989, the Sega Genesis was a groundbreaking 16-bit home video game console that played a pivotal role in the early 1990s gaming landscape. Known as the Mega Drive outside North America, it helped popularize fast-paced, action-oriented gameplay with iconic titles like Sonic the Hedgehog. The Genesis challenged the dominance of Nintendo at the time, sparking the “console wars” that spurred innovation and competition in the industry. Its diverse library and advanced graphics and sound capabilities for the era contributed significantly to the evolution of video gaming, cementing its place as a classic and influential console in gaming history.