Altered Beast 2 Fan Project Showcased on Sega Genesis: New Footage Emerges

Fresh Footage Shows Unofficial 'Altered Beast 2' in Action on Sega Genesis For retro gaming enthusiasts and longtime Sega fans, Altered Beast remains an essential part of the company’s legacy.

As a cornerstone launch title for the Sega Genesis (known as Mega Drive outside North America), Altered Beast set the stage in 1988 for Sega’s global 16-bit ambitions, delivering memorable giant sprites and distinctive voice samples.

Yet, over three decades since its debut, gamers still await an official sequel worthy of its arcade origins. Now, new footage shines a spotlight on an ambitious fan-led project to create an unofficial 'Altered Beast 2' for the Sega Genesis.

Shared by the project creator, known as fabianodigital, the latest gameplay video captures the entire first level of this Alpha version.

According to fabianodigital, the Alpha build “still contains glitches and optimizations that need to be addressed,” highlighting the work-in-progress nature of this homebrew endeavor. The unofficial sequel is being developed with the Scorpion Engine, a popular tool for crafting retro-style games.

From the footage, it’s evident that the developer is faithfully capturing the look and feel of the original Altered Beast, particularly in recreating its iconic transformation mechanics.

This dedication to authenticity is generating excitement among series fans, many of whom remember Altered Beast as a formative Sega experience. Sega itself has struggled to deliver a satisfying continuation since the arcade classic.

Notably, 2002’s 'Altered Beast: Guardian of the Realms' for Game Boy Advance was produced by 3d6 Games and published by THQ rather than Sega.

A 2005 PlayStation 2 reboot, released only in Japan and Europe due to lackluster reception, also failed to reignite the franchise. While Sega has revisited Altered Beast periodically through digital collections and re-releases, an official sequel remains elusive.

This context makes fabianodigital’s fan project even more significant.

The homebrew scene continues to keep classic franchises alive, often succeeding where major publishers have moved on. As 'Altered Beast 2' progresses through its development, retro gamers and Sega aficionados alike are invited to follow its updates and witness how passionate fans can breathe new life into beloved properties.

With growing interest and ongoing improvements, this unofficial sequel could become a milestone example of community-driven game development on legacy hardware like the Sega Genesis.

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