Family BASIC is a programming tool for the Nintendo Entertainment System, exclusively released in Japan. Launched in June 1984, it features a BASIC interpreter and was designed to be used with the Famicom Keyboard and the Famicom Data Recorder. Subsequent versions added features, with Version 3 incorporating games inspired by earlier Nintendo titles, enhancing both education and entertainment purposes.
The Family Basic is a Basic interpreter for the Famicom that was only released in Japan. It included the Famicom Keyboard and a tape drive called the Famicom Data Recorder. Many versions were released following the first version which was released in June 1984. Version 3 included games that were based on previous Nintendo titles.