Master System (MS)

Sega

System Information

Manufacturer Sega

Release Year 1985

Supported Formats

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Description

The Sega Master System is an 8-bit home video game console developed by Sega. Released in 1985, it was the successor to the SG-1000 and featured a Zilog Z80 processor. The system had different names and designs in various regions worldwide and achieved great success in Brazil, selling over 8 million units. It is known for classic titles like Alex Kidd and Phantasy Star.

Hardware Specifications

CPU Zilog Z80 @ 3.58 MHz

Memory 8KB RAM + 16KB VRAM

Display 256×192 / 256×224 pixels, 64 colors (32 on-screen)

Audio Texas Instruments SN76489 (3×tone + 1×noise)

Storage Game cartridge (up to 48KB)

Save Type SRAM (battery-backed)

Connectivity

• 2 controller ports• Light Phaser• 3D Glasses

Game Library ~350 titles

Controller Layout

Cheat Code Support

Game Genie

Platform-specific encrypted code format

Example:

ACLA-ATD4

Action Replay

Address:value format cheat codes

Example:

FFFFE4:0009

GameShark / Code Breaker

Raw memory codes and GameShark format

Example:

FFEF15F4 0063

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