On July 15th, 1983, the world changed forever when Nintendo released the Famicom (Family Computer) in Japan — known to the rest of the world as the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES). What followed was a gaming revolution that saved the industry and introduced millions to the magic of video games.
Today, we celebrate 42 years of unforgettable pixelated adventures, iconic music, and characters that have become legends. From Mario hopping through Mushroom Kingdoms to Samus Aran exploring alien planets, the NES defined a generation and laid the foundation for the gaming industry as we know it.
Iconic Characters We’ll Never Forget
Just look at the image above — a glorious tribute featuring the best of the best:
• Mega Man blasting through robots
• Link ready for adventure
• Kirby floating through Dream Land
• Mike Tyson knocking out challengers in Punch-Out!!
• Simon Belmont whipping through Dracula’s castle
• Ness, Duck Hunt Dog, Bubble Bobble, and more!
Each sprite reminds us how 8-bit graphics packed more magic than we could ever imagine.
A Console That Changed Everything
The NES wasn’t just a machine. It was the machine — a symbol of creativity, innovation, and family fun. It revived a dying gaming market and introduced us to:
• Reliable cartridges (farewell, tape loading!)
• The classic D-pad controller
• Multiplayer fun with two ports
• And unforgettable third-party support from companies like Capcom, Konami, and Square
Legacy Still Going Strong
42 years later, the NES is still celebrated through retro consoles, re-releases, mods, speedruns, fan art, and a vibrant collector’s community. It continues to inspire indie developers and remains a timeless reminder that great gameplay never ages.
So here’s to you, NES. 
Whether you’re blowing into a cartridge or diving into Super Mario Bros. for the hundredth time — you’ll always be the system that started it all.
Happy 42nd Anniversary, Nintendo Entertainment System!
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