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Westone’s reinvention of the Wonder Boy series reached a new level of greatness with this excellent action/RPG, and it in turn set the stage for the masterpiece that is Monster World IV. Every self-respecting gamer needs to give this one a play, so check out our review and see why your collection is incomplete without it.
Every so often, Sega-16 gets a few emails by people just starting out with a Genesis. To help them out, we’ve compiled an excellent beginner’s guide to the console that answers the most basic questions, as well as some of the more complex issues. It’s a must-read for newcomers, and I’m sure even the veterans might learn a thing or two!
It’s always wonderful fun to talk about soundtracks, and the debate always rages as to which are the best on the Genesis. Everyone has their favorites, which makes choosing a top ten risky business. So, why not talk about them all? Join us as we take a look at the first batch in Legacy of the Z80 Sound Chip.
The early 90s saw a flood of fighting games, and many thought that the Genesis would never be able to accurately port one of the premier Neo Geo franchises when it was announced that Samurai Showdown would see a release. Were they right? Read our full review and see for yourself.
Our summer contest winner, Nick Gibson shares his tale of a boy finally discovering the wonder of Sega’s 16-bit console. Parents are not usually the most understanding people when it comes to video games, and Nick’s almost made him miss one of the best console generations in history! Check out volume #5 of Stories from the Book of Genesis to see why patience pays off, and why the Genesis charm is timeless.