👉 The GameCube is a home video game console released by Nintendo in 2001, featuring a custom 8-bit CPU based on the Nintendo 64's RISC architecture, known as the NES-CPU. This CPU runs at a clock speed of 16 MHz and is capable of executing up to 64,000 instructions per second. The GameCube's architecture includes a 16-bit GPU and a 32-bit memory controller, allowing it to handle 16-bit games at 16-bit resolution and 32-bit games at 16-bit color depth. Despite its limitations, the GameCube introduced innovative features like the Wii Remote, motion controls, and a robust online service called Wii Connectivity Hub, which expanded gaming experiences beyond traditional console interactions. Its compact design and affordable price point made it a popular choice for gamers, though it faced stiff competition from more advanced consoles like the Wii and later the PlayStation 3.
