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Final Fight MD Brings Near-Arcade Perfect Capcom Classic to Sega Genesis: Homebrew Devs Push 16-Bit Boundaries
Final Fight MD, developed by CFX, delivers a faithful homebrew port of Capcom's iconic beat-'em-up to the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive. Studio head Mike Rouse unveils a...
Sega Demands Cancellation and Destruction of Unlicensed SuperSega FPGA Console
Sega takes action to protect its intellectual property, requesting the cessation of the SuperSega FPGA console project and the destruction of all related units....
SuperSega Project Faces Scrutiny Amidst Transparency and Refund Concerns
The SuperSega FPGA console project is under fire for lack of transparency, premature charges, and inconsistent prototype demonstrations, raising alarm throughout the...
Earthion Release Date Delayed: Yuzo Koshiro’s Anticipated Genesis Shooter Moves to 2025
Yuzo Koshiro announces the delay of Earthion, the highly anticipated Genesis/Mega Drive shooter, now set for release in 2025. Get up-to-date details on the project,...
Limited Run Opens Pre-Orders for Earnest Evans and Anett Returns on Sega CD: English Releases for Classic Wolf Team Games
Limited Run Games now offers pre-orders for English versions of Earnest Evans and Anett Returns on Sega CD, marking a milestone for fans of Wolf Team's cult classics.
Retro-Bit Delays Toaplan Shooters Collection 2 Pre-Orders Amid Game Issue
Retro-Bit postpones pre-orders for the Toaplan Shooters Collection 2 on SEGA Genesis/Mega Drive due to an undisclosed issue, impacting classic shooters Twin Cobra,...
SuperSega FPGA Project Faces Public Skepticism Amid Crowdfunding Challenges
The SuperSega FPGA aims to deliver authentic Sega retro gaming, but poor communication and technical bugs fuel public doubt as it prepares for a critical crowdfunding...
SuperSega FPGA Console Nears 200 Pre-Orders as Team Reveals New Case Design
The SuperSega FPGA console team unveils an updated case design while approaching 200 confirmed pre-orders, responding to community scrutiny and sharing transparent...
SuperSega FPGA Console Prototype Nears Completion, Offers Multi-Platform Sega Support
The SuperSega project showcases its FPGA-powered prototype PCB, aiming to support Sega SG-1000, Master System, and Mega Drive cartridges. Scheduled for a YouTube...
Retro Gaming Visuals: CRT vs. Modern Screens and the Sonic Waterfall Effect
Explore how classic Sega Genesis games like Sonic the Hedgehog appear differently on CRTs versus modern displays, and why emulators struggle to replicate authentic...
Lethal Wedding Kickstarter: Mega Cat Studios Hits $15,000 Goal and Unveils Nintendo Switch, Bill Tiller, Team Fat Stretch Goals
Mega Cat Studios' Lethal Wedding Kickstarter reached its $15,000 goal and revealed stretch goals including a Nintendo Switch port, Xbox and PlayStation targets, Bill...
Lethal Wedding Kickstarter Reaches $15,000 as Mega Cat Studios Reveals Switch, Xbox and PlayStation Stretch Goals
Mega Cat Studios' Lethal Wedding Kickstarter hits its $15,000 goal and unveils stretch goals including Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PlayStation ports plus collaborations...
Rent-A-Hero Z Mobile Release: LINE NEXT Launches Rent-A-Hero Z on iOS and Android in Limited Markets
LINE NEXT and Sega have released Rent-A-Hero Z on iOS and Android in Australia, Canada and India as a limited roll-out to gather player feedback ahead of a wider launch.
Rent-A-Hero Z Shutdown: LINE NEXT Mobile Revival to Close Service on September 30, 2026
LINE NEXT and Sega confirm Rent-A-Hero Z will go offline September 30, 2026. The mobile release launched in June 2026 in select regions; in-game purchases end...
SuperSega FPGA Console Nears Launch: Pre-Order Details, Price, and Hardware Updates
Discover the latest updates on the SuperSega FPGA console, including pre-order information, expected price range, supported Sega platforms, and developer milestones as...
Star Cruiser PC-88 Coming to Nintendo Switch eShop: D4 Enterprise Brings 1988 Sci‑Fi RPG to EGGCONSOLE
D4 Enterprise will release the original 1988 PC-88 version of Star Cruiser on the Nintendo Switch eShop in Japan on September 19, 2024 as part of its EGGCONSOLE retro...
Driftin' Rage on Sega Mega Drive: Mauro Xavier Reveals New 16-bit Racer
Mauro Xavier, creator of Final Fight MD, has revealed Driftin' Rage, a new 16-bit racing project for the Sega Mega Drive/Genesis. Updated footage and a track list were...
ZPF Shoot 'Em Up Smashes Kickstarter Goal in Record Time for SEGA Mega Drive/Genesis
ZPF by ZPF Team and Mega Cat Studios exceeds Kickstarter goal in under 20 minutes, bringing a retro-inspired shoot 'em up to the SEGA Mega Drive/Genesis with demo now...
Behind Sega's Michael Jackson's Moonwalker Arcade: Developer Insights on the Creation of an Iconic Game
Explore the development of Michael Jackson's Moonwalker arcade game through the eyes of Sega staff, revealing unique details about the musical legend's involvement and...
Paprium Controversy Intensifies: WaterMelon Games Faces Class-Action Suit Over Delayed Pre-Orders
The saga of Paprium's troubled release takes a legal turn as frustrated backers organize a class-action lawsuit against developer WaterMelon Games. Learn about the...
Sacred Line I & II Get Physical Release on Sega Genesis and Mega Drive via Mega Cat Studios
Mega Cat Studios brings Sasha Darko's acclaimed Sacred Line I and II to Sega Genesis and Mega Drive with new physical editions, offering fans immersive...
Makoto Wada Unveils New JRPG 'Archeon' for the Sega Mega Drive
Veteran game developer Makoto "Karu_gamo" Wada reveals 'Archeon,' a new first-person JRPG for the Sega Mega Drive, highlighting impressive retro development and a...
MegaMP3 Brings CD-Quality Audio to SEGA Mega Drive Without Sega CD
Brazilian developer Criapolis unveils MegaMP3, a cartridge-based hardware mod that enables CD-quality audio playback on SEGA Mega Drive consoles, offering enhanced...
Streets of Rage 3 European Cover Artist Identified After 30 Years
The mystery behind the European box art of Streets of Rage 3 is finally resolved, as artist Steve Weston is credited for the iconic Sega Mega Drive cover after three...
Physical Region Locks on the Sega Mega Drive: How Gamers Overcame Early Restrictions
Explore the history of physical region locking on the Sega Mega Drive/Genesis, how it impacted global gamers, and the ingenious ways players bypassed these barriers in...
Sega Multi-Mega: Revisiting 1994’s Most Ambitious Console Hybrid
Explore the legacy of the Sega Multi-Mega, the innovative all-in-one Mega Drive and Mega CD system, its pricing, design, and continued appeal among collectors and...
Xeno Crisis SNES Release: Bitmap Bureau Delivers Twin-Stick Action to Nintendo’s 16-Bit Classic
Bitmap Bureau launches Xeno Crisis for the SNES, bringing acclaimed retro-style twin-stick shooter gameplay to Nintendo's legendary system. Discover why this release...
Earthion for Mega Drive: Yuzo Koshiro Showcases New Footage and Confirms 2024 Release
Yuzo Koshiro reveals new gameplay for Earthion, his upcoming Mega Drive/Genesis shoot 'em up, confirming technical achievements, a fresh soundtrack approach, and plans...
Altered Beast Genesis Patch Adds SRAM High Score Saving Feature
A new fan-made patch brings SRAM high score saving to the Genesis/Mega Drive version of Altered Beast, enhancing the classic Sega title for retro gaming enthusiasts.
Light Crusader Double Jump ROM Hack Enhances Treasure's Classic on Mega Drive
A new ROM hack by BillyTime! Games introduces a double-jump mechanic to Light Crusader, refining platforming in Treasure’s acclaimed Sega Mega Drive action RPG.
Altered Beast Sequel: Exploring Sega’s Enduring Classic and Unofficial Fan Projects
Discover the legacy of Altered Beast, Sega’s iconic arcade hit, and why quality sequels have remained elusive. Explore new fan-driven development for the Genesis/Mega...
Hyperkin Unveils Mega95: Portable Genesis Console with Switch-Style Docking for TV Play
Retro hardware specialist Hyperkin announces the Mega95, a portable Mega Drive/Genesis console with TV connectivity via a USB-C dock, echoing the versatility of the...
Hasbro Nintendo Collaboration Interest Grows After LEGO NES Set
Hasbro confirms interest in partnering with video game companies following LEGO's Nintendo collaborations; TakaraTomy-made Japan-only Transformers consoles and past...
Zero Fire Release Date, Console Ports, and Details Revealed for Nintendo Switch and PS4
M2 announces Zero Fire for Nintendo Switch and PS4, including classic Toaplan shooters Zero Wing, Hellfire, and Horror Story. Discover release dates, platform details,...
Landstalker Sequel Concept Art by Yoshitaka Tamaki Preserved in 1997 Fan Book
Discover rare Landstalker 2 concept art by Yoshitaka Tamaki, newly preserved from the 1997 'Heart of Diamond' fan book, and learn more about the game's unmade sequel...
Rent-A-Hero No. 1 Fan Translation Brings Japan-Only Dreamcast RPG to English
A fan translation for Sega's Japan-only Rent-A-Hero No. 1 on Dreamcast has been completed, restoring thousands of dialogue lines, reworking 3D assets and making the...
Streets of Rage 2: The Untold Story Behind Its Development and Ayano Koshiro's Critical Role
Explore the development of Sega's classic Streets of Rage 2, focusing on planner and designer Ayano Koshiro's contributions and the reasons behind the franchise's...
ININ Games Announces Ninja JaJaMaru Collections for Nintendo Switch: Western Releases and Localized RPGs
ININ Games will publish three Ninja JaJaMaru collections for Nintendo Switch and other formats, localizing several Jaleco classics (including previously Japan-only...
A500 Mini review: Retro Games Ltd's Amiga micro-console brings 25 classic Amiga games to modern TVs
A detailed look at the A500 Mini from Retro Games Ltd — hardware, bundled software, emulation features, and how the miniature Amiga stacks up against other retro mini...
Remembering Jason Brookes: The Legacy of Super Play and EDGE Magazine in Nintendo Journalism
A tribute to Jason Brookes, influential editor of Super Play and EDGE, examining his impact on Nintendo gaming journalism and the enduring legacy of his work with...
Polymega Partners with Sinden Technology to Bring Classic Light Gun Games Back to Modern TVs
Discover how Playmaji and Sinden Technology are reviving retro light gun games like House of the Dead and Time Crisis for HDTVs with the Polymega's new Retro Gun...
Paprium Delays: WaterMelon’s Sega Genesis Brawler Faces Communication Struggles
Paprium's protracted development highlights WaterMelon's issues with PayPal, internal communication, and responsibility. Insights from co-creator Luis Martins...
Mega Drive Megatron: Takara Tomy Arts Turns Sega Console Into Transformers Figure
Takara Tomy Arts revealed Mega Drive Megatron in 2014 — a NEXTA collectible that transforms Sega's Mega Drive (Genesis) into the Decepticon leader. Background on the...