Console Wars

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What was the primary strategy Tom Kalinske used to attract Mattel's attention?

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He read the Flintstones Vitamins letters of thanks from parents to the senate.

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What was the main issue with the image of the game Altered Beast?

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It was perceived as dark, almost Satanic, and too edgy, which made it scary and not an amazing game.

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What would likely have happened if the NES was never released?

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There probably would not be a video game industry, especially as we know it.

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How did Sega differentiate itself from Nintendo in terms of target demographics?

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Nintendo catered to children, while Sega aimed to cater to teens.

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What was a significant challenge faced by the Sega Saturn in competing with the Nintendo 64-bit system?

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They used 2 32-Bit processors, which made programming games a huge challenge.

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What marketing approach did Sega take to appeal to older gamers?

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Sega focused on creating games that were more appealing to teens and adults.

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What was the impact of the Thanksgiving Day Parade with the Sonic Balloon on Sega's marketing?

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It helped to increase visibility and brand recognition for Sega.

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How did the perception of video games change with the introduction of the NES?

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The NES helped to legitimize video games as a mainstream form of entertainment.

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What role did arcade games play in the competition between Sega and Nintendo?

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Arcade games were a significant part of Sega's strategy, as they had popular arcade titles that Nintendo did not.

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What was the significance of the 'Genesis Does What Nintendon't' campaign?

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It highlighted Sega's focus on appealing to a more mature audience compared to Nintendo.