NEC PC-FXGA

1994 - No generation identified

The NEC PC-FXGA is a Japan-only home video game console developed by NEC Corporation. It was released in 1994, and it was the successor to the PC-FX console. The PC-FXGA was an upgraded version of the PC-FX, it featured a faster CPU and improved graphics capabilities, as well as a built-in CD-ROM drive. The console also had a unique feature, the ability to connect to a VCR and record and play back live television. The PC-FXGA was designed to be a high-end console, it was capable of displaying 2D and 3D graphics with high resolution, and it also had advanced sound capabilities. It was also the first console to feature a memory card slot, which allowed players to save their games and settings. The PC-FXGA had a relatively small library of games, with only around 30-35 games released specifically for the console. Some popular games for the PC-FXGA include: Rayxanber III: A side-scrolling shooter game Spriggan: A action game The Firemen: A action game Brandish: A action-RPG game The NEC PC-FXGA was not a commercial success, it was criticized for its high price, lack of popular games and its late release, which came at a time when the market was already dominated by more advanced consoles like the Sony PlayStation and the Sega Saturn. Due to the poor sales, NEC decided to discontinue the PC-FXGA in 1998. The PC-FXGA is now considered a collector's item and is highly sought after by NEC enthusiasts and retro gaming enthusiasts. However, it's worth noting that due to the limited release of the console, games and accessories for the PC-FXGA are relatively scarce and hard to find.