The original manga 'Fist of the North Star' by Buronson and Tetsuo Hara debuts, laying the groundwork for later adaptations including video games.
The 'Fist of the North Star' anime series premiers, popularizing the franchise beyond manga readers.
Sega releases 'Fist of the North Star: Lost Paradise' for PlayStation 4 in Japan, combining the classic manga story with action-adventure gameplay.
Sega publishes the English localization of 'Fist of the North Star: Lost Paradise' for PlayStation 4, expanding its audience.