Console Wars (2020)

In the pivotal year of 1990, the landscape of the gaming world was forever changed as SEGA, a rising phoenix in the arcade industry, boldly challenged the undisputed titan, Nintendo. In this high-stakes battlefield of pixels and joysticks, SEGA rallied a band of mavericks, ready to defy the norms and rewrite the rules of the game. This monumental clash, marked by an irresistible fusion of American entrepreneurship and age-old Japanese tradition, was not merely a corporate feud, but a cultural revolution that redefined a generation. Kids and adults, brothers, and even iconic characters were drawn into the vortex of this epic rivalry, with Sonic and Mario standing as the symbols of this fierce competition. In 'Console Wars', the warriors who held the frontlines for both SEGA and Nintendo take us behind the scenes, sharing their unique perspectives on a battle that transcended the gaming world, influencing pop culture and the global economy. This gripping narrative promises an immersive dive into an era that transformed the essence of entertainment, echoing the tension, triumphs and the relentless spirit of innovation that defined the Console Wars.

Console Wars is a documentary movie featuring Tom Kalinske and directed by Jonah Tulis.

Console Wars is currently streaming on CBS, Paramount Plus, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel , Paramount+ Amazon Channel and Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel.