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Nintendo: The Console Wars

Acquired

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Nintendo vs. Sega: Rise and Fall

This chapter discusses the downfall of the Sega Genesis and the subsequent failures of the Sega Saturn and Dreamcast consoles. It explores the conflict and mismanagement within Sega that led to their bankruptcy and acquisition by a pachinko manufacturer. The chapter also mentions Nintendo's own challenges during this time, including antitrust lawsuits and misguided legal actions against companies like Blockbuster and Game Genie.

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