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The Color TV Game series includes five different pieces of hardware, each one with a unique game. Color TV Game systems did not have interchangeable cartridges, so each console could only play a single title.
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The Nintendo Entertainment System, an 8-bit system, was one of Nintendo's largest successes. Unlike the Color TV Games, the NES could play different titles that could be purchased at the store.
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The Super Nintendo Entertainment System featured enhanced graphics, a brand new controller, and more. It was the first 16-bit console by Nintendo.
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The Nintendo 64 featured greatly improved 3D graphics and a new controller that introduced the modern joystick. It was also the first home console to have four controller ports built into the system.
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The GameCube featured enhanced graphics and a new controller. The games came on mini-discs. It was the first Nintendo home console to solely use a disc format for games.
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The Panasonic Q is a hybrid version of the Nintendo GameCube with the ability to play DVDs, Audio CDs, MP3s and CDs as well as several other new features. It was only released in Japan.
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The Wii featured motion controls, a new online system and slightly improved graphics. The graphical change wasn't nearly as dramatic as previous console transitions. The newer black, red, and blue models do not support Gamecube games.
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The Wii Mini is a smaller version of the Wii console that lacks most Wii features like internet connectivity and Gamecube backwards capability. It was released in North America, and Europe.
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The Wii U features a new controller known as the Wii U GamePad, which has a 6.2" touch screen built into it. It also boasts new 1080p HD graphics (only on the TV screen). It has a NFC chip used to scan in Amiibo.
