#old handheld gaming consoles

We're just a few days away from the launch of the next-generation gaming consoles: the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and the Xbox Series S. But before some of you get their hands on these much-awaited gaming consoles, let us not forget the iconic and first-generation gaming consoles that changed the way we play today. Author's note: Our list is limited to gaming and handheld consoles from various launched 17 years ago and beyond. These gaming consoles also became popular internationally. It is also the first gaming console to have a light gun, which was sold separately. Nintendo Colour TV Game Series In the late 1970s, Nintendo has partnered with Mitsubishi Electronics to develop dedicated home video gaming consoles featuring limited, built-in games. With a Magnavox license, Nintendo initially released the company's own take of Pong gaming consoles with a colored screen. It also secured the conversion of Capcom's arcade hit Street Fighter II. It was a global success, becoming the best-selling, 16-bit gaming console after its official roll-out in the early ’90s with 49.10 million units sold. Read more in our articles including "Remembering old gaming consoles" and "Razer Unveils Bright and Bold Pokémon-Themed Gaming Gear".