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Iridion 3D (GBA) – The Game That Redefined Handheld Graphics When the Game Boy Advance launched in 2001, most players expected colorful 2D adventures and classic platformers. What they didn't expect was Iridion 3D — a visually stunning, fully rendered shooter that looked more like a console game than something you'd play on a handheld. Developed by Shin'en Multimedia, the game pushed the GBA to its absolute limits, proving that Nintendo's new handheld could handle pseudo-3D visuals with style and speed.

Before FIFA, before Pro Evolution Soccer, and before 3D graphics took over the world of gaming, there was International Soccer. Released in 1983 and programmed by Andrew Spencer, this was the football game that started it all — simple, fast, and endlessly replayable.

When Sonic the Hedgehog 3 blasted onto the Sega Mega Drive in 1994, it wasn't just another sequel — it was a statement. Sega took everything that made Sonic 2 a hit and expanded it on every level: bigger worlds, smarter enemies, richer visuals, and the debut of one of the franchise's most iconic characters — Knuckles the Echidna.

When Sonic the Hedgehog 2 launched on the Sega Mega Drive in 1992, it wasn't just a sequel — it was a revolution in speed, design, and style. Developed by Sega Technical Institute and Sonic Team, this 16-bit classic built upon the foundation of the original Sonic the Hedgehog and elevated it to new heights, solidifying the Blue Blur's place as Sega's ultimate icon.

When Dr. Mario 64 launched in 2001, it brought Nintendo's beloved puzzle formula into a new era. Combining the fast-paced capsule-matching gameplay fans loved with updated visuals, new modes, and up to four-player battles, this Nintendo 64 installment became the most feature-packed version of Dr. Mario ever released.