Developer: Sony Release: 1995 Notable Games: Final Fantasy VII, Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil The PlayStation hit the industry like a tidal wave. One of the first consoles to be marketed primarily towards a mature audience, the PlayStation helped to convince people that video games weren't just toys for children, but entertainment that anyone can enjoy. Sony's PlayStation is also the earliest console that most strongly resembles the industry today. Franchises such as Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil, Final Fantasy and Grand Theft Auto are still huge even now, and it's largely thanks to the power of the PlayStation. One of the most notable traits of the PlayStation's library is that it helped pioneer the concept of 'cinematic' gaming, with titles like Resident Evil and Final Fantasy VII offering 3D story-telling that could draw gamers in just as much as a Hollywood film.
