Becoming 3D
The mid 1990s saw a shift from 2D sprites to 3D polygons. This transition changed design and storytelling forever.
Key Consoles of the 5th Generation
- Sony PlayStation (1994)
- Allowed for massive storage and CD-quality audio.
- Introduced dualShock analog thumbsticks.
- Iconic Games: Final Fantasy VII, Metal Gear Solid.
- Nintendo 64 (1996)
- Had zero loading times but limited storage.
- Introduced built in 4-player ports and native analog stick.
- Iconic Games: Super Mario 64, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.