From year to year, gaming consoles have certainly experienced developments as a result of the impact of technological advances. Its existence has proven to be of an epochal nature, and seems to refuse to die. From old consoles like the Atari 2600, to the one that’s been waiting for, namely the PlayStation 5, each has its own distinctive design. If you are interested in knowing the evolution of game consoles, as processed from the DW page, see the explanation below.
Atari 2600 (1977)
The Atari Video Computer System, abbreviated to Atari 2600, is the best selling gaming console on the market. Several game titles that operate in it such as Q * Bert, Pac-Man, and Space Invaders. This console uses a microprocessor, which is similar in design to the appearance of wood veneers on televisions at that time.
Nintendo Entertainment System (1983)
Since 1983, the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), which was launched in Japan, has sold more than 61 million units globally. NES itself is famous for its distinctive gray boxy color, and it still has fans to this day. This gaming console has several famous game series such as Super Mario Bros. and The Legend of Zelda.
Super NES (1990)
The Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) was released in Japan under the name Super Famicom in 1990, followed by the US in 1991, and Europe a year later. The SNES controller underwent a design change. The most striking thing is the physically rounder, and the additional L and R buttons at the top of the left and right ends.
PlayStation (1994)
This sleek SNES-inspired device has dominated the gaming market since its launch in 1994. Sony’s success story in gaming consoles began with the PlayStation. In fact, until May 2004, Sony has recorded 100 million units of this console!
Nintendo GameCube (2001)
This Nintendo console is in the shape of a cube, inspired by dice. The GameCube is colored purple, which is considered suitable for children’s toys. However, unfortunately this gaming console is unable to compete with the presence of PS2 and Xbox which are more attractive to users.
Xbox (2001)
Released on November 14, 2001, the Xbox is the first gaming console developed by Microsoft. It is bigger in size than other consoles, equipped with a hard drive, the ability to copy music from a CD, and Dolby Digital sound quality. This console has sold 24 million units, but is still less than the PS2 which touched 155 million units.
Xbox 360 (2005)
In addition to the cooling system not working properly, the Xbox 360 is considered to be a console with a bad design example. When the console overheats, the LED surrounding the power button turns red, giving rise to the Red Ring of Death (RROD) phenomenon. However, Microsoft was able to sell nearly 6 million X360 units in its first year.
Nintendo Wii (2006)
Nintendo launched a console called the Wii on November 19, 2006. Its innovation lies in a wireless controller that attaches to the main console. This controller is equipped with sensors that can move the characters in the game being played.
Playstation 4 (2013)
Equipped with features for streaming, PS4 comes with a simple and elegant design. This gaming console can be connected to a smartphone or tablet, and the controller itself has a sound sensor and touch pad. PlayStation 4 is no longer considered a toy for children.
Nintendo Switch (2017)
The Nintendo Switch device is transformed into a handheld console that can be carried anywhere. It includes a multiplayer feature that allows users to connect with seven other consoles.
Xbox Series X (2020)
Many critics felt the console resembled a computer tower or even a mini fridge, earning it the nickname “Xbox fridge.” However, Xbox officials claim that the Xbox Series X is the most compatible gaming console ever.
PlayStation 5 (2020)
Comes with curved shapes and asymmetrical sharp corners dominated by white and black, making the PlayStation 5 look futuristic. The shape is unique and different from the design of its predecessors, because for the first time it has two colors.