Famicom

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Famicom

Manufacturer	Nintendo
Type	Console
Release Date	July 15, 1983 (JP)
Media	Cartridge
Save Format	Battery Back Up
Input Options	2 Built-In Famicom Controllers
Special Features	Cartridge Input Power Switch Reset Switch Cartridge Eject Lever Expansion Slot RF Output Power Output
Units Sold	19.23 million
Top Selling Game	Super Mario Bros.
Variants	A/V Famicom
Competitor(s)	Sega SG-1000 Mark III

Predecessor	Color TV Game
Successor	Super Famicom

The Famicom (Abbreviation of: Family Computer was the first ever console released by Nintendo. The console had two hard-wired controllers which could be stored in compartments on the sides of the unit for use with two player games. The system was released as the Nintendo Entertainment System in North America and Europe with several changed such as larger cartridges, detachable controllers and support for A/V cables. The Famicom was later re-released as the A/V Famicom to make up for this.