I find it interesting that the OP mentions an American-only console (Magnovox -- which I believe is the Odyssey 2) and a UK/Euro home computer (Spectrum 48K).
What it sounds like is the OP went from early consoles into computers after the crash and didn't pick up consoles until the PS1. That is possible. I am almost 10 years older and went from Intellivision (with a short burst of a Coleco Adam) to the C64 to PCs. My younger sister had an Atari 2600 and later a Genesis. So no Nintendo stuff around (I remember seeing it in stores and having nothing but disdain for it).
I rediscovered classic gaming during the Summer of Carts (1994) and started buying pre-crash systems. I eventually got newer, neo-classics. Currently, I have over 30 different systems, from pong machines to a Wii.
The Wii is not everyone's taste. If you are into cutting edge graphics and shooting/blowing up things, then it does not have much to offer. But for many, especially gamers outside the male 18-35 demographic, its varied lineup is appealing.
Mike from Morgantown
 I am Mario.I like to jump around, and would lead a fairly serene and aimless existence if it weren't for my friends always getting into trouble. I love to help out, even when it puts me at risk. I seem to make friends with people who just can't stay out of trouble. Wii Friend Code: 1624 6601 1126 1492 NNID: Mike_INTV |
