"On July 15, 1983, Kyoto-based Nintendo Co. launched the Family Computer video game console, or “Famicom.” Priced at ¥14,800, more than 63 million units of the iconic white, red and gold machine were sold worldwide, laying the foundations for today’s gaming industry."
Source: Nintendo brought arcade games into homes 30 years ago
BY JUN HONGO
July 15th 2013
Japan Times