[1][2][3][4] It is the first handheld video game console to have colored sprites on a LCD screen instead of overlays or VFD displays.
[5] Previous systems like The Entex Select-A-Game had games that came with overlays to enhance the graphics and play experience, while only the cartridge is needed on the Colorvision.
It was manufactured and released by Romtec, but the console was also distributed under several brands, including Altic, Bazin and Bristol.
[1][8] The LCD was clear, and the plastic shell contains a window to let light through.
The play screen is a mirror, similar to the Adventure Vision, that reflects the LCD image using the light that shines from the window on top.