When was the Sega Genesis released in North America?
The Sega Genesis was officially launched in North America in September 1989. This release date marked the beginning of the console's journey to become a dominant force in the video game market.
Questions about Sega Genesis
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who developed the Sega Genesis console?
The Sega Genesis was developed by an R&D team supervised by Hideki Sato and Masami Ishikawa. The hardware utilized a Motorola 68000 processor and a Zilog Z80 sound controller to deliver arcade-quality graphics and gameplay.
What percentage of the 16-bit console market did Sega capture in the United States by January 1992?
Sega captured 65% of the 16-bit console market in the United States by January 1992. This market share was achieved after the decision to bundle Sonic the Hedgehog with the console.
When did the Sega CD launch in North America?
The Sega CD was launched in North America on the 15th of October 1992. The peripheral had a retail price of US$299 and offered expanded storage and enhanced graphics and sound capabilities.
How many units of the Sega Genesis were sold worldwide?
The Sega Genesis sold 30.75 million units worldwide. This total sales figure makes the console one of the best-selling consoles of its time.
When did the legal case between Sega and Accolade settle?
The legal case between Sega and Accolade settled on the 30th of April 1993. The settlement resulted in Accolade becoming an official licensee of Sega after the court ruled that Accolade's decompilation of the Sega software constituted fair use.