The History of Gaming Consoles: A No Bullsh*t, Decade-by-Decade Journey Through Play: From Pong to PlayStation 5 - A Complete Guide to Video Game Systems, Handhelds, and Modern Gaming Technology

Author:   Ryan Harlan
Publisher:   Independently Published
ISBN:  

9798244757149


Pages:   368
Publication Date:   20 January 2026
Format:   Paperback
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The History of Gaming Consoles: A No Bullsh*t, Decade-by-Decade Journey Through Play: From Pong to PlayStation 5 - A Complete Guide to Video Game Systems, Handhelds, and Modern Gaming Technology


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This is a no bullsh*t guide to the history of gaming consoles. No fluff. No filler. Just the real story of how video games moved from simple pixels to powerful systems that changed entertainment forever. The History of Gaming Consoles takes you on a clear, decade-by-decade journey through the machines that defined how we play. From the first home consoles like the Magnavox Odyssey and Atari 2600, through the console wars of Nintendo, Sega, and Sony, to modern powerhouses like the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series XS, and Nintendo Switch. Inside this book, you'll explore: The rise of home gaming and the crash that nearly destroyed the industry The 8-bit, 16-bit, and 3D revolutions Iconic consoles, games, and franchises that shaped generations Handheld gaming from Game Boy to modern portable systems Online play, digital downloads, cloud gaming, and the future of consoles Written for gamers, tech enthusiasts, and retro gaming fans, this book delivers an honest, easy-to-read history without academic jargon or unnecessary hype. Whether you grew up with cartridges, discs, or digital downloads, this is the straightforward, no bullsh*t story of gaming consoles-told one decade at a time.

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Author:   Ryan Harlan
Publisher:   Independently Published
Imprint:   Independently Published
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.90cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.490kg
ISBN:  

9798244757149


Pages:   368
Publication Date:   20 January 2026
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available To Order   Availability explained
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