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I played through for the first time. Gunstar Heroes – A Genesis Gem Sparkling with Action Platform: Sega Genesis / Mega Drive Developer: Treasure Release Date: September 9, 1993 “Gunstar Heroes” burst onto the Sega Genesis like a comet, delivering an explosive experience that has since become a benchmark for run-and-gun shooters. Developed by Treasure, a team formed by former Konami developers, this game was not just a debut title …

To clarify the situation regarding Billy Mitchell’s high scores in classic arcade games, it’s important to stress that Twin Galaxies, the organization known for tracking and verifying video game high scores and world records, has not reinstated Billy Mitchell’s previously removed high scores as current legitimate records. The controversy surrounding Billy Mitchell’s achievements began when Twin Galaxies conducted an investigation in response to allegations that some of his performances were …

The Legendary Axe Review Forget Keith Courage. The Legendary Axe was a good reason to own a TurboGrafx-16. The TurboGrafx-16 era brought us many titles, but none so memorable as “The Legendary Axe.” It’s 1989, and what we have here is a game that not only looked like a treasure trove with its crisp graphics but played like an epic saga too. Meet Gogan, our barbarian hero, larger than life …

Ninja Spirit for the TurboGrafx-16: A Retro Ninja Odyssey A member of our Facebook community suggested I take a trip down memory lane with “Ninja Spirit” on the TurboGrafx-16, and I’m delighted I heeded that advice. I’m sorry, I forgot the user’s name in a flood of comments. Here’s my honest take on this retro ninja escapade: Graphics and Sound: Visually, “Ninja Spirit” is a feast for the eyes, especially …

The Game-Changing Graphical Ascendancy: Why N64 to Dreamcast Was the Real Revolution Fact Piece (this is a fact) As gaming aficionados wax poetic about the visual leaps from the PlayStation 2 to the PlayStation 3, they seem to have overlooked the true graphical deity of its time—the Sega Dreamcast. While the PS2 to PS3 evolution indeed brought us into the HD era, it pales in comparison to the seismic shift …

Neutopia Review: TurboGrafx-16’s Homage to Hyrule In the realm of video games, imitation is not just a form of flattery but often the seed from which a new gaming experience blossoms. This was undoubtedly the intent behind Hudson Soft’s “Neutopia,” a game for the TurboGrafx-16 system that wears its inspiration not just on its sleeve but in every pixel and gameplay element. Released in the shadow of Nintendo’s groundbreaking “The …

Nostalgia-driven gamers and Sega aficionados, take note: Hyperkin is set to launch the Mega 95, a portable gaming device that breathes new life into classic Sega Genesis/Mega Drive cartridges. As revealed by The Verge, this portable console boasts a five-inch screen and promises up to 10 hours of battery life. It also features two display modes and will be sold with a dock for those who prefer to play on …

Keith Courage in Alpha Zones: A Stalwart of the TurboGrafx-16 Era “Keith Courage in Alpha Zones” emerged on the TurboGrafx-16 in 1988, the same year the gaming world was graced with the iconic “Super Mario Bros. 3” on the NES. While Nintendo’s heavyweight was stealing headlines and hearts, Keith Courage quietly carved out its own niche, delivering a remarkable adventure that showcased the TurboGrafx-16’s graphical and gameplay capabilities. Borrowing this …

Valis III for Sega Genesis: A Mixed Port with Limited Appeal Valis III, originally a hallmark of the TurboGrafx-CD’s library, made its way to the Sega Genesis with the promise of bringing its action-packed adventure to a wider audience. This port, however, comes with a fair share of caveats, and my experience with it has been less than satisfactory. Porting Challenges The transition from the TurboGrafx-CD to the cartridge-based Sega …

MUSHA: Metallic Uniframe Super Hybrid Armor for Sega Genesis – A 1990 Visual Marvel In the pantheon of Sega Genesis titles, MUSHA (Metallic Uniframe Super Hybrid Armor) holds a special place, especially for those who were savvy enough to experience it upon release or who have since been guided to its glory by fellow retro enthusiasts. Recommended to me by David Medina, a fellow retro game guru on Facebook, MUSHA …

Blazing Lazers on TurboGrafx-16: A Time-Honored Classic Revisited During the height of the console wars of the early ’90s, the TurboGrafx-16 carved out its place in the hearts of gamers as the underdog. One of its crowning jewels was “Blazing Lazers,” a game I vividly remember playing in the ’90s after my friend Chris introduced me to the system by lending it to me. This classic shoot ’em up has …

What an amazing playthrough. Rocket Knight Adventures (1993) – A Genesis Classic In the realm of 16-bit platformers, few games can match the charm, challenge, and sheer awesomeness of Rocket Knight Adventures. Released in 1993 for the Sega Genesis, this Konami masterpiece tells the tale of Sparkster, a brave opossum knight on a quest to save his kingdom from the evil King Zygmunt. I never had the chance to play …

This game is a lot of fun. I played through it with my son Derek. I did try and record commentary but unfortunately I had the game audio up too loud in the dueling audios make things too difficult to hear at times. I would say out of all the 1990s beat em ups this game is by far the greatest of all time. Man, I just got off this …

This game was a lot of fun. I played through it with my son Derek, and then David jumped in the last 3 levels or so and helped us beat Shredder. I guess this has up to 6 players, so I am going to try and do another run-through with 4 local and 2 online if that is possible. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge – A Retro Review for …

This was our first time doing a game in a while. it was recommended by a friend and lots of fun. LifeForce Review: A Classic NES Shmup That Still Thrills The Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) has a legendary lineup of games that helped define the tastes and gaming sensibilities of a generation. Among those classics, we find LifeForce, known in Japan as Salamander, a side-scrolling shooter that’s both a spin-off and a …

This was a fun Sonic 2 hack to play through. Kirby is naturally over powered. Kirby Superstar 2 Genesis Hack Review (2016) – A Sonic Spin on Kirby’s Powers In the world of fan-made content, few things are as intriguing as seeing a beloved character reimagined in an entirely different gaming universe. The 2016 Genesis hack known as Kirby Superstar 2 brings everyone’s favorite pink puffball into the fast-paced world …

This was the Retro Game Con, Saturday October 7th, 2023 in Syracuse NY. It was a blast. Lets go take a look around. I will showcase a few things. The shopping experience was excellent and we picked up a few key items. They had a pretty awesome video game related rock band, games to play, impressive video game competitions, panels with some stars in the business and so much more. …

Tim had a short panel at the 2023 Syracuse retro game Con that was both informative and entertaining. He seems like a wonderful man. Tim is the iconic voice of your favorite sports franchises — NBA Jam, NFL Blitz, NHL Hitz and ML Slugfest — and over a dozen classic pinball games. With NBA JAM, which grossed over $2 BILLION to date, Kitzrow introduced BOOMSHAKALAKA to the NBA lexicon and …

Lets do it!!! Okay kid, wipe that drool off your chin and listen up if you really want to learn something about this game. Sure, it’s got newfangled computer graphics and what Diddy calls stereo sound that “rocks heavily and with little resistance!” BUT, the game play? Well, they FINALLY added some proper challenge to the game – a snap for me of course. AND THE STORY? You sure ask …

Lets do it!!! Okay kid, wipe that drool off your chin and listen up if you really want to learn something about this game. Sure, it’s got newfangled computer graphics and what Diddy calls stereo sound that “rocks heavily and with little resistance!” BUT, the game play? Well, they FINALLY added some proper challenge to the game – a snap for me of course. AND THE STORY? You sure ask …

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Hyper Street Kart: The Road Warriors is the kind of romhack that takes the foundation of Super Mario Kart and dials every knob past the breaking point. It is loud, unapologetic, and built for players who crave chaos on the SNES. From the very first race, you know this is not your typical Mushroom Kingdom Sunday drive. The tracks feel like gritty battlegrounds where every turn and jump is designed …

Everyone has played this… right? Experience the game that revolutionized 3D platforming on Playstation! When Dr. Neo Cortex’s plan to use Crash Bandicoot as part of his world domination army fails, Crash manages to escape but in the confusion leaves his girlfriend Tanya behind. Now washed up on N. Sanity Beach, Crash teams up with ancient spirit Aku-Aku in order to fight his way back to Cortex’s lair in order …

A hidden gem. Tetris meets Arkanoid. source

A hidden gem. Tetris meets Arkanoid. source