Legacy & History
Released in 2000 to compete with the GBC and GBA. It had strong support from Square (Final Fantasy) but remained a Japan-only secret.
Cultural Impact
Kept 2D gaming alive and experimental in Japan.
Modern Legacy
Hosted the first remakes of Final Fantasy 1, 2, and 4 before they came to GBA.
Under the Hood
Like the original, it could be played vertically or horizontally. It used a single AA battery for ~20 hours of gameplay.
CPUNEC V30 MZ (16-bit)
MEMORY64 KB RAM
DISPLAY224 x 144 (Color)
AUDIO4-channel digital
Defining Titles
Final Fantasy IVRPG • 2002
Riviera: The Promised LandRPG • 2002
Judgement SilverswordShooter • 2004
Rhyme Rider KeroricanRhythm • 2000
Guilty Gear PetitFighting • 2001
Best Selling Title
Final Fantasy