Nerd of Mouth

Game Boy vs. Game Gear

Jan 15, 2024
Explore the rivalry between Sega's Game Gear and Nintendo's Game Boy, delving into their hardware differences, marketing strategies, and impact on personal gaming experiences. Discover the complex history behind the Game Boy's creation and the role of Gunpei Yokoi. Reflect on the success of the Game Boy in Japan and America, while also discussing the failure of Atari's handheld console, the Lynx.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
The Impact of Game Boy on Personal Gaming Experiences
02:20 • 13min
3
The Complex History Behind the Game Boy and Gunpei Yokoi
14:55 • 2min
4
The Origins of Gunpei Yokoi and Nintendo's Shift Towards Toys
16:41 • 3min
5
From Plastic Toys to Handheld Games
19:53 • 27min
6
Game Gear vs Game Boy: The Impact of Hardware
46:48 • 7min
7
Rivalry between Game Boy and Game Gear
53:43 • 18min
8
Discussion of Super Mario Land, Game Boy, and Twitch Streams
01:11:40 • 4min