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I remember renting this game briefly once or twice. For being released in 1990 I can not get over how beautiful this game was. Well done! Castle of Illusion Starring Mickey Mouse: A Genesis Gem Retro Review Once upon a time in the golden era of 16-bit gaming, a little game featuring a globally adored mouse took the Sega Genesis by storm. "Castle of Illusion Starring Mickey Mouse," released in 1990, is… Read more

Spider-Man: Separation Anxiety for Sega Genesis – A Web-Slinging Co-op Experience "Spider-Man: Separation Anxiety" for the Sega Genesis is a title that often swings into the conversations of retro gaming enthusiasts, especially those fond of the superhero genre. Teaming up with my Australian Discord friend, Hyrule13, we dove into this side-scrolling beat 'em up adventure, which is a sequel to the earlier "Spider-Man and Venom: Maximum Carnage." Classic Comic Book Chaos The… Read more

Retro Review: Splatterhouse 3 - A Hauntingly Beautiful Brawl When you dive into the library of the Sega Genesis, few games stand out for their audacity and graphic content as much as Splatterhouse 3. Released in 1993, this game broke the mold with its combination of intense action, horror themes, and a storyline that was more mature and complex than what many gamers were accustomed to at the time. Developer and Artistic Vision… Read more

Retro Review: Batman: The Video Game (Sega Genesis) In the pantheon of comic book video games, few have stood the test of time quite like "Batman: The Video Game" for the Sega Genesis. Developed by Sunsoft and released in 1990, this title was not just a product of its era but a shining example of what a licensed game could and should be. Let’s delve deep into Gotham's pixelated past and explore… Read more

Episode Red: This Fan-Made Mega Man Remake Shines on the Genesis Within the pantheon of classic platforming franchises, Capcom’s Mega Man series stands as a paragon of 8-bit gaming. While Mega Man saw many stellar sequels on the NES, the Blue Bomber arguably reached his 16-bit peak with Mega Man 7 on the SNES. But what if the Genesis got its own exclusive Mega Man entry? Enter the fan project Episode Red,… Read more

Retro Review: Mega Man: The Wily Wars – A 16-bit Trilogy Reimagined "Mega Man: The Wily Wars," also known as "Rockman Mega World" in Japan, is a compilation and a reimagining of the first three games in the Mega Man series, rebuilt from the ground up for the Sega Genesis. Released in 1994, this title was Capcom's foray into the 16-bit era, bringing the Blue Bomber to a platform dominated by Sonic… Read more

Shinobi Legions: A Retro Review The Sega Saturn, a console that struggled against its rivals, still managed to birth a number of cult classics, amongst which stands "Shinobi Legions," known in Japan as "Shin Shinobi Den." Developed by SEGA's Consumer Development Division, this title aimed to bring the Shinobi series to a new generation while maintaining its arcade roots. Developer's Vision and Execution "Shinobi Legions" was developed during a time when SEGA… Read more

Contra: Hard Corps – A Retro Review of a Genesis Gem Certain titles stand as monuments to the era they were born in. Contra: Hard Corps, released for the Sega Genesis in 1994, is one such title. Developed by Konami, a company known for their proficiency in the realm of action games, Contra: Hard Corps was a tour de force of run-and-gun gameplay that pushed the Genesis to its limits. While the… Read more

Retro Review: Streets of Rage 3 for Sega Genesis Streets of Rage 3, released in 1994 for the Sega Genesis, stands as a pinnacle of the beat 'em up genre, carrying forward the legacy of its predecessors with significant enhancements in gameplay, graphics, and particularly its electrifying soundtrack. Developed by Sega's in-house team, Sega AM7, this title not only pushed the technical capabilities of the Genesis but also tried to innovate within… Read more

Final Fight CD for Sega CD: A Retro Brawler That Packs a Punch In the world of classic beat 'em up games, Capcom's "Final Fight" stands tall as an iconic title that has shaped the genre. When it made its way onto the Sega CD as "Final Fight CD" in 1993, it wasn’t just a simple port; it was a statement that the Sega CD was a force to be reckoned with,… Read more

We reviewed this game back in 2010, if you wish to read the old review. Death Duel: A Sega Genesis Cult Classic Revisited The Sega Genesis, remembered by many as the darker, cooler sibling in the early nineties console wars, had a knack for attracting games that pushed boundaries. While Nintendo carried the family-friendly banner, Sega opened its doors to publishers that were willing to test the limits of violence, style, and… Read more

Death Duel is a tactical side-scrolling first-person shooter. Platform - Sega Genesis Release Date - October 1, 1992 The game consists of different time-limited rounds against a single enemy. Before each game, the player can spend Pheelae (money) on repairs and determine what weapons to take into battle. Each opponent has specific weaknesses and they can hide behind walls on the battlefield. To take them out, Jade needs to choose the most… Read more

Who could ever forget this game? “This city was once a happy peaceful place... until one day, a powerful secret criminal organization took over. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GqjJjTwdzq0 (Playthrough video above) Screenshots and related images Audio files Boss Theme Ending Ending (2) Ending (3) Game Over Level Complete Stage 1 Stage 1 (Static Remix) Stage 2 – Inner City Stage 3 Stage 3 (2) Stage 3 (2) Stage 4 Stage 4 (2) Stage 4 (Remix)… Read more