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The First 10 Years of European Consoles

They Create Worlds

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The Rise of Early Gaming Consoles

This chapter explores the early chip industry and its critical role in developing video game systems during the 1970s, focusing on Cignetics and emerging European brands. It outlines the competition and market strategies of companies like Atari, Philips, and Mattel, highlighting significant developments such as the VC-4000 and Radofin's Gemini system. The narrative captures the challenges faced by the European market during the North American video game crash and the eventual resurgence that set the stage for future console success.

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