10 Most Beloved Gaming Consoles Of All Time

Cherished by millions across the globe and standing the test of time.

N64-Console-Set copy Even with the advent of what is commonly known as the eighth generation of video game consoles - PS4, Xbox One and Wii U, one thing has remained constant throughout computer gaming history, people love looking back at the consoles which defined their own generation. A keen fascination is given too, even when discussing devices which may have come before a certain gamer started playing video games, and it's almost impossible to mention systems such as the SNES, PS2 or Sega Megadrive/Genesis without those who follow the entertainment medium getting rather excited. The verdict is in, games are cool, and it's even more cool to reminisce about those fuzzy days of yore, when you tore open that Christmas wrapping paper to unveil that shiny new games console which dominated your thoughts for months. Whether that gift package contained an N64, or even that new-fangled Atari system, consoles have always been terrific presents. There have been many classic consoles, all of which deserve house room, but which are the ones which stand the test of time, and have become cherished by millions across the globe? Click "next" below to kick start this list and find out...
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