Nintendo · 2001 · Worldwide
Nintendo GameCube
A compact, optical-disc home console that delivered strong third-party support.
Introduction
A compact, optical-disc home console that delivered strong third-party support.
History
Nintendo GameCube launched in 2001 from Nintendo. 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 2001 (Worldwide).
Manufacturer
Nintendo.
Technical Specifications
- CPU
- IBM Gekko @ 485 MHz
- Memory
- 24 MB ARAM, 16 MB MRAM, 3 MB VRAM
- Media
- MiniDVD (1.5 GB)
- Display
- Composite/S-Video/Component, 640x480
Best Games
- Super Smash Bros. Melee
- The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker
- Metroid Prime
- Resident Evil 4
- Super Mario Sunshine
Legacy
The GameCube hosts one of the deepest fighting-game communities in history and a cult-classic software lineup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did the GameCube use DVD?
No, it used proprietary 1.5 GB optical discs.
Was the GameCube a commercial success?
Modest at launch but enduring thanks to its library.