Sega · 1990 · Worldwide
Sega Game Gear
A color-screen handheld that competed with the Game Boy in the early 1990s.
Introduction
A color-screen handheld that competed with the Game Boy in the early 1990s.
History
Sega Game Gear launched in 1990 from Sega. It became one of the defining systems of its era and laid the groundwork for future hardware from the same company.
Release Date
Released in 1990 (Worldwide).
Manufacturer
Sega.
Technical Specifications
- CPU
- Zilog Z80 @ 3.58 MHz
- Memory
- 8 KB RAM
- Media
- Game Gear cartridge
- Display
- 3.2-inch backlit color LCD, 160x144
Best Games
- Sonic the Hedgehog
- Columns
- Shining Force: The Sword of Hajya
- Land of Illusion Starring Mickey Mouse
- Bust-A-Move
Legacy
The Game Gear offered color and backlight years before Nintendo, at the cost of battery life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did the Game Gear have a backlight?
Yes, one of its biggest advantages over the Game Boy.
Was the Game Gear successful?
Sold over 10 million units globally.