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Nintendo: The Console Wars

Apr 11, 2023
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Explore the rise and fall of Nintendo's market share and how they built themselves back up. Discover the success story of the Game Boy and the impact of Sonic the Hedgehog. Explore Nintendo's struggles in the home console market and their domination in handheld gaming. Delve into the success of Pokemon and the revolutionary Wii console. Learn about Nintendo's future prospects and potential expansion strategies.
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Quick takeaways

  • Sega's four-point strategy, including price cuts, game bundles, American games, and aggressive marketing, allows them to outsell Nintendo in the American market.
  • Sonic the Hedgehog and Madden Football play key roles in Sega's success, offering fast-paced gameplay and capturing the American sports experience.

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Sega's Brilliant Strategy to Compete Against Nintendo

Sega implements a four-point plan to take on Nintendo. First, they engage in a preemptive price war, cutting the price of the Genesis to undercut the upcoming Super Nintendo. Second, they bundle Sonic the Hedgehog as the pack-in game, providing a Mario killer with every console. Third, they focus on creating American games for American audiences, bringing EA Sports and Madden Football to the Genesis. Finally, they launch a bold marketing campaign, directly challenging Nintendo's dominance and positioning Sega as the edgy, punk rock alternative. This comprehensive strategy proves successful as Sega begins to outsell Nintendo in the American market.

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