Nintendo Famicom
The Nintendo Famicom, short for Family Computer, is the original version of the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) that was released in Japan in 1983.
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It was developed by Nintendo and was the first console to use interchangeable cartridges, allowing players to switch between different games easily.
The Famicom had a distinct design compared to the NES, featuring a red and white color scheme and a more rounded shape. It also had a built-in microphone on the second controller, which was used in some games, and featured a unique game lineup compared to the NES.
Despite initial difficulties with the Famicom's launch, including a recall due to hardware issues and concerns about the quality of early games, the console went on to become a huge success in Japan and helped to revive the video game industry.
Some of the most popular games on the Famicom include "Super Mario Bros.," "The Legend of Zelda," "Donkey Kong," and "Metroid," many of which would later become iconic titles on the NES as well. The Famicom also had a number of Japan-exclusive games that were never released on the NES, including "Final Fantasy III" and "Mother."
Manufacturer: Nintendo
Release Date: 1983
Model: HVC-001
