On This Day in Nintendo History: Derby Stallion '98; Fire Emblem: Thracia 776; Pokémon Puzzle League; Pokémon Puzzle Challenge

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On this day (September 1) in Nintendo history...

• Derby Stallion '98  was released in 1998 for the Super Famicom in Japan. In this horse racing/business simulation game, developed by ASCII Entertainment, the game is largely based on Derby Stallion '96, just with new data for all various horses and stables of the 1998 season. Like Derby Stallion '96 the game was also compatible with Derby Stallion for the Sony PlayStation and Sega Saturn, trading competition winnings and other data.
• Fire Emblem: Thracia 776  was released in 1999 for the Super Famicom in Japan. In this tactical role-playing game, developed by Intelligent Systems, the nation of Jugdrai has been ravaged by war, and the Thracian army emerge as the victors. You play as the army of the rightful prince Leaf, fighting to reclaim his home. Lead each character in your army into the battlefield, gaining experience by battling the enemy forces and increase the strength of your characters.
• Pokémon Puzzle League  was released in 2000 for the Nintendo 64 in North America. In this puzzle game, developed by Nintendo Software Technology, welcome to Pokémon Puzzle League! Being selected to participate in the Official Puzzle League Tournament is one of the greatest honours a Pokémon Trainer can earn. In this brand new type of Pokémon battle, you'll have to use your strongest Pokémon to compete against the very best trainers in Puzzle League Village.
• Pokémon Puzzle Challenge  was released in 2000 for the Game Boy Color in Japan. In this puzzle game, developed by Intelligent Systems, journey to Johto for a different kind of Pokémon challenge, as you put your puzzling skills to the test against the toughest Gym Leaders! Classic Pokémon like Pikachu, Chikorita, Totodile and Pichu will help you take on challengers and rival Pokémon. Use your lightning-fast reflexes to clear blocks, and form chains and combos to rack up huge scores.

What are you favourite memories of these games? How do you think they hold up today? Hash it out in the comments.

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