Super Lady Cassette Vision
Released in 1984, Japanese toymaker, Epoch, released the Super Cassette Vision in an attempt to capitalize on the budding home console market after the Nintendo Famicom released to thunderous success the year prior.
Despite the original Cassette Vision being a success in Japan, Epoch was stunned to see just how much market share they had lost to the Famicom when they released their latest console.
In an attempt to tap into a demographic that Epoch felt Nintendo was leaving behind, they released the Super Lady Cassette Vision in 1985. It was the same as the regular Super Cassette Vision in every way, but pink.
You know, because ladies will buy anything that is pink! Right?!
Needless to say, the console did not sell well despite being moderately priced compared to Nintendo or Sega’s offerings.
The games were nothing to write home about either, but did include two surprising use of licenses including Lupin The Third and DragonBall, both popular mangas at the time.
The Super Lady Cassette Vision and The Super Cassette Vision both contained hard-wired controllers and a convenient compartment for storage.
Despite having some unique ideas, the Super Lady Cassette Vision was a complete flop and remains one of the most obscure consoles to date.
