Updated to include discussion of the newest gadgets such as the Nintendo Wii, the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and Apple’s iPhone, this comprehensive reference covers almost 40 years of video game history. Close to 500 machines from Europe, Japan, and the United States are described in an encyclopedic format that analyzes the technology and rates the level of success of each device. From sought-after dream machines such as the Intellivision to million-dollar sellers such as the Commodore 64, this guide for gamers also includes the most bizarre variants and failed experiments of the industry. Facts, figures, and technical information about each machine are complemented by full-color photos that display the authentic, pixilated glory of classic software and the sharp HD imaging of the most recent devices.
