When was the TurboGrafx-16 first released in Japan?
The TurboGrafx-16 debuted in Japan on the 30th of October 1987. This release occurred two years before the system arrived in the American market.
Questions about TurboGrafx-16
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who developed and manufactured the TurboGrafx-16 console?
Hudson Soft developed the TurboGrafx-16 while NEC manufactured the device. NEC Technologies boss Keith Schaefer led the team that oversaw the console's redesign for the North American market.
What was the first video game console to use CD-ROM technology?
The TurboGrafx-16 became the first console to utilize CD-ROM technology for gaming with the release of the CD-ROM² add-on on the 4th of December 1988. This add-on allowed the core console to play games in CD-ROM format in addition to standard HuCards.
When was the TurboGrafx-16 Mini released in North America?
The TurboGrafx-16 Mini was released in North America on the 22nd of May 2020. This dedicated console was announced by Konami in 2019 and followed delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
How many commercial titles were released for the TurboGrafx-16?
The TurboGrafx-16 game library comprises 678 commercial titles. These titles include definitive works such as The Legendary Axe and Cosmic Fantasy 2 alongside various arcade ports and virtual pinball games.