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The debut title from Neofid Studios checks a lot of boxes of what you’d expect from a quality aftermarket title, and though not perfect, it’s pretty darn close. Classic side-scrolling action with some light RPG seasoning makes for a game that every Genesis owner needs to have, and it shows just how far homebrew development has come.
Developer Retro Sumus has launched an IndieGoGo campaign for its latest project, Sovietborgs, and the game looks to be something special. We’ve had a hands-on with the latest build and came away impressed. Check out our preview for impressions, and head over to the campaign page to pledge support if this is the kind of game for you.
Before arcade video games and home consoles, Sega ventured into another coin-operated amusement market in its native Japan. Pinball was a small but consistent part of the company’s arcade wares for most of the 1970s, with original and licensed titles bringing that unique Sega style. Join us as we examine the history of Sega’s pinball business in Japan!
Taito’s legendary Darius series already appeared on Genesis with the sequel, known as Sagaia outside Japan. The original game finally appeared in 2019 for the Mega Drive Mini, and it was based on a proof-of-concept by a homebrew developer. It’s now possible to play the first Darius on your Genesis, and it’s an incredible game well worth spending time with.
Sega joined with Michael Jackson to release what seemed to be a fever dream made playable in Moonwalker. Two versions were developed, and we take a deep dive into the making of the arcade version, with newly-translated information that gives us a more complete perspective on how this one-of-a-kind video game ever became a reality.