After almost two decades, Sega is finally localizing Monster World IV for game consoles. Arriving in April, the collection includes two other Monster World games, with all the online bells and whistles today’s machines can offer. Read our preview and see why it’s time to save Wonder Land again.
Author: Ken Horowitz
What’s the Frequency, Kenneth? Vol. 02
As amazing as today’s games are, there is still fun to be had with older consoles. With its simple charm and accessibility, retro gaming offers an alternative to people needing a change from tech-heavy modern hardware. So why do so many still ignore what classic game systems have to offer?
Arcus I-II-III
While American Sega CD owners were forced-fed FMV titles of all kinds Japanese gamers basked in great titles like Arcus 1-2-3. Telenet served up what was perhaps one of the best RPG sets of the era, a collection of three dungeon crawlers of impressive size and scope. Even with the language barrier, this is one adventure you simply cannot afford to miss.
Interview: Scot Bayless (SOA Technical Director)
Through the turbulent early ’90s Sega of America underwent a massive transformation that resulted in market dominance. Employees of the company during this time took part in a roller-coaster of a business that rose and crashed almost too fast to comprehend. One person with a front row seat to these events was Scot Bayless, a former Technical Director and producer for SOA.
Creative Genesis: 2080: “My Mega Drive” Video
Normally, we don’t update on the weekends. However, this was just too good to leave until Thursday for a feature update! Internet band 2080 has crafted an incredible song about the Sega Genesis called “My Mega Drive,” and it even released an official video to go with it, all in glorious 16-bit style!
