Master System at 40: the truth about Sega’s most underrated console

The GuardianTuesday, November 18, 2025 at 12:00:51 PM
Master System at 40: the truth about Sega’s most underrated console
  • The Sega Master System, launched in 1985 as the Sega Mark III, was a technologically advanced console that competed against the Nintendo Entertainment System, which dominated markets in Japan and the US. However, in Europe, the Master System found a more favorable reception due to its superior technology and game offerings.
  • This development underscores the often
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