The video game console first released by Nintendo in 1985 is the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES). The NES revolutionized the gaming industry by popularizing 8-bit graphics and introducing iconic games like Super Mario Bros. and The Legend of Zelda. It played a crucial role in reviving the video game market following the crash of 1983. The success of the NES laid the foundation for Nintendo's long-standing legacy in the gaming industry and contributed to the popularity of home video game consoles.