The History of the Nintendo Entertainment System

The Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) is one of the most iconic gaming systems of all time. It was first released in Japan in 1983, and was the first of what would become a long line of Nintendo consoles. The NES was one of the most popular gaming systems of its time, selling over 61 million units in its lifetime.

The NES was the first console to feature the iconic 8-bit graphics and music that would come to define the platforming genre. It was also the first console to feature a controller with an "A" and "B" button, as well as the iconic "D-pad". The NES also featured a variety of accessories, such as a light gun, a controller with a trackball, and the R.O.B. robot.

The NES had a variety of classic titles, from the iconic Super Mario Bros. and Legend of Zelda to more obscure titles, such as Little Samson and Pictionary. It was also the first console to feature the "Save" feature, allowing players to save their progress in a game. This made it popular with players who wanted to play games in their own time.

The NES also had a dedicated fan club, the Nintendo Entertainment System Fan Club, which was founded in 1986. The fan club released a magazine, Nintendo Power, which was filled with gaming news, reviews, and hints and tips. Nintendo Power was a huge success, running for 24 years before ending in 2012.

The NES also had its fair share of controversy. It was accused of causing a "video game crash" in the US in the mid-1980s, which led to the demise of many video game companies. It was also accused of encouraging children to play games for too long, as well as encouraging violent behavior.

The NES still lives on today, with a variety of classic titles being re-released on modern platforms, such as the Nintendo Switch. It is also still fondly remembered by many gamers, and its legacy lives on in the numerous classic titles that were released on the system.