Virgin Games had a string of hits on the Genesis, and it was the place that pooled the talents of David Perry and Tommy Tallarico, who both eventually went on to bigger and brighter things. One of their most popular collaborations was Mick & Mack as the Global Gladiators, an action game with an environmental theme and a McDonald’s license.
Author: Benjamin Galway
Honoo no Doukyuuji Doji Danpei
Like dodgeball? The Mega Drive has a pretty sweet game beased on an animated series that of course, was never released in the States. Good thing for imports, eh? With excellent visuals and tight gameplay, Honoo no Doukyuuji Dojji Danpei is a game that you can just pick up and play, to great results.
Dashin’ Desperados
Two-player games are always fun, especially if they’re simultaneous. Data East’s Dashin’ Desperados is a entertaining little romp that has players take control of two love-stricken cowboys out to win the girl of their dreams. The problem is, they both love the same girl!
Hands-On: Sega Mega Drive Super Medley CD Sampler
Though it only has a few choice cuts, the Sega Mega Drive Super Medley tries to make up in quality what it lacks in quantity. One of the many Genesis-era audio releases on CD, we’ve given it a complete run-through to see if it’s worth your cash! Check out our full feature and see if this is one to own!
Populous
In real life, having lives in your hands can be a big responsibility. In video games, you can at least go to bed at night with a clear conscience if you lose a few. Take Populous, for example. Here’s a game that lets you be a god and control the destinies of an entire people, and man is it fun!