1989

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Decades

1960s - 1970s - 1980s - 1990s - 2000s

Years

1980 1981 1982 1983 1984

1985 1986 1987 1988 1989

1989 marked the release of two major game consoles, the NEC TurboGrafx 16, and the Sega Genesis. The Sega Genesis was the Super Nintendo's only major competition during the 16-bit era. On the handheld market the Atari Lynx and the Nintendo Game Boy were released. The Game Boy quickly dominated the handheld market. Mattel released the Power Glove for the Nintendo Entertainment System. The Power Glove was a major commercial failure. Video game development company Trinity Acquisition Corporation is founded.

[edit] Notable game releases

• Dragon Warrior
• John Madden Football
• Minesweeper
• Populous
• Prince of Persia
• SimCity
• Valkyrie no Densetsu

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