Interestingly, although its capabilities are very different, this computer makes use of the same chips as the Amstrad [[CPC]]: the [[Z80]] CPU, the [[CRTC]] 6845, and the [[PSG|AY-3-8910]] sound chip.
The Colour Genie was mainly sold in Europe, particularly in Germany. This was facilitated through a partnership with the German distributor, Trommeschläger.
However, the Colour Genie was eventually overshadowed by competing systems like the [[Commodore 64]] and the [[ZX Spectrum]].
About 190 games were published for the system in English and German.
[[Category:Non CPC Computers]]