BKK2 on 26 July 2008
The Washington Post Nov 24, 1989
Probably of greater interest are the two 16-bit entries, Sega's Genesis and NEC's TurboGrafx-16, flashier and more .expensive home video systems that are close to arcade quality. Nintendo's system utilizes eight bits; the increase to 16 bits allows more characters to be used in the games, provides more realistic-looking images and games with more depth of play, special effects and challenges. Sega introduced its system in Japan last year as MegaDrive, selling half a million units. It has the usual accessories, including an optional converter so that players can use eight-bit cartridges from the Sega Master System.
Probably of greater interest are the two 16-bit entries, Sega's Genesis and NEC's TurboGrafx-16, flashier and more .expensive home video systems that are close to arcade quality. Nintendo's system utilizes eight bits; the increase to 16 bits allows more characters to be used in the games, provides more realistic-looking images and games with more depth of play, special effects and challenges. Sega introduced its system in Japan last year as MegaDrive, selling half a million units. It has the usual accessories, including an optional converter so that players can use eight-bit cartridges from the Sega Master System.
