Python 3

Python 3
Made for: Sega Mega Drive
Manufacturer: QuickShot, Okano, Smart², TecnoPlus
Type: Joystick
Release Date RRP Code US 1991 $24.9524.95 QS-135 DE 199x DM 24.9924.99 UK 1992 £12.9912.99 QS-135 AU 199x $39.9539.95

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The Python 3 is a third-party accessory developed by QuickShot for the Sega Mega Drive. It is a joystick, and a "sequel" to the Python 1 (and Python 1M) and Python 2. The Python 1 is compatible with various 80s home computers, while the Python 2 is for the NES.

The Python 3 has three buttons as well as a turbo switch. It is designed to be stuck to a flat surface for stability, and ergonomically designed like other QuickShot joysticks.

The history of the Python 3 is odd. Whereas the Python 1M was adopted by Tec Toy as an official product in Brazil, it seems the Python 3 mould was recycled by other companies. The GeniStick is almost identical to the Python 3 bar colour and naming schemes and the Mega Control Stick by TecnoPlus is also similar. It was also released in Germany by Okano as the Python GL-MD3.

Gallery

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  Python 3 model (QuickShot)

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  GeniStick model

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  Python model (Smart²)

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  Mega Control Stick model

Magazine articles

Main article: Python 3/Magazine articles.

Promotional material

Print advert in GamePro (US) #25: "August 1991" (1991-xx-xx)

Print advert in Electronic Gaming Monthly (US) #50: "September 1993" (1993-xx-xx)
also published in:

• GamePro (US) #51: "October 1993" (1993-xx-xx)

Print advert in Computer & Video Games (UK) #144: "November 1993" (1993-10-15)
also published in:

• Computer & Video Games (UK) #145: "December 1993" (1993-11-15)
• Computer & Video Games (UK) #146: "January 1994" (1993-12-15)

Print advert in Video Games (DE) #1993-12: "12/93" (1993-11-22)

Physical scans

Mega Drive,
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Mega Drive, (alt)
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Mega Drive, US (GeniStick)
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Mega Drive, US (Python)
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Mega Drive, (Mega Control Stick)
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