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Consoles and Competition

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The Evolution of Video Game Distribution and Quality Control

This chapter explores the transformative journey of the video game industry, focusing on Activision's role as the first third-party developer and its impact on the market. It further discusses Nintendo's strategic overhaul that restored quality and established new industry standards following the 1983 video game crash.

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