Pegasus (console)

Pegasus was a home video game console released by Micro Genius in Poland and other Central and Eastern European countries, as well as parts of Asia, in the early 1990s. It was an Famicom (Japanese Nintendo Entertainment System) clone, meaning it was designed to play games originally created for the NES/Famicom.

The console's popularity arose primarily due to the lack of official Nintendo presence and distribution in these regions during that period. This created a vacuum which Pegasus, and other similar Famicom clones, filled successfully.

The Pegasus typically came bundled with a variety of cartridges containing multiple games, often pirated or illegally duplicated versions of popular NES titles. The hardware quality varied, with some models being more reliable than others. Accessories, such as additional controllers and light guns (used for games like Duck Hunt), were also widely available.

While not a legitimate product of Nintendo, the Pegasus played a significant role in introducing many people in Eastern Europe and Asia to video games during the late 20th century. It allowed access to a vast library of classic titles at a relatively affordable price, contributing significantly to the development of gaming culture in these regions. The console's legacy is one of nostalgia and its impact on shaping early gaming experiences for a generation.