Gameshark is a brand that produces cheat devices for various gaming consoles. These devices allow gamers to access cheat codes and other game-enhancing features, such as unlocking special characters or extra levels.
Gameshark was first released in 1998 by Mad Catz Interactive Inc.
The device was initially only available for the Sony PlayStation, but soon expanded to other gaming systems, including the Nintendo 64, Game Boy, and Game Boy Advance.
In 2001, Gameshark was sued by Sony, which alleged that the device violated copyright law. The lawsuit was eventually settled out of court.
Gameshark continued to release new devices for various consoles until 2013, when the company was acquired by a competitor and effectively shut down.
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One of the earliest cheat devices, originally released in 1990 for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES). Later versions were produced for consoles such as the Sega Genesis and Game Boy.
The original device, which allowed gamers to access cheat codes and other game-enhancing features for the Sony PlayStation and later expanded to other consoles.
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No, Gameshark devices are no longer being produced or sold. The company was acquired by a competitor in 2013 and effectively shut down.
Gameshark devices were produced for various consoles, including the Sony PlayStation, PlayStation 2, Nintendo 64, Game Boy, Game Boy Advance, and Sega Dreamcast.
The legality of cheat devices such as Gameshark has been challenged in court, with some arguing that they violate copyright law. However, Gameshark was never convicted of any wrongdoing and the devices remained legal to sell and use in most regions.
No, Gameshark devices were produced for older gaming consoles such as the PlayStation 2 and Nintendo 64. They are not compatible with modern consoles such as the PlayStation 4 or Xbox One.
Cheat codes for Gameshark devices varied depending on the game and console. They could include things like unlimited health or ammunition, unlocking hidden characters or levels, or modifying game mechanics.