First console to feature a satellite modem add-on

In 1995, Nintendo launched the Satellaview: a satellite modem add-on for the Super Famicom. Released only in Japan, the Satellaview enabled gamers to download remixed versions of existing games that were ‘broadcast’ over a satellite TV channel between 4pm-7pm every day. While the Satellaview did have a number of exclusive titles, including the only two Legend of Zelda games to not feature Link, gamers needed to keep an eye on the broadcast schedules (sort of like a TV guide), as each game was only available during a specific time slot!