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Bubble Bobble is an all-time arcade classic that made the (100) rounds on just about every console in some fashion. Taito saved the best version for the Master System, doubling the length and adding a lot of new content. It remains one of the best two-player cooperative experiences on the hardware, and any fan of old school, single-screen games should give it a try.
Looking for some spooky games to play on Halloween? Why not check out what your Master System and Game Gear have to offer? The selection isn’t huge, but there are more than a few quality titles that are sure to keep you playing until the morning sun vanquishes you back into the shadows. We’ve compiled a handy list, so hopefully, you’ll find something new to enjoy this season. Happy Halloween!
The Game Gear is beginning to get more aftermarket releases, and one you should definitely look out for is Dracula’s Castle. It’s a Japanese, single-screen, action/maze game that is simple enough to get into quickly but that will become quite challenging over the course of its 32 stages. The lack of a password features hurts it somewhat, but there’s still a lot of fun to be had here, and you don’t need to know Japanese to enjoy it!
Capcom’s 1987 arcade hit Black Tiger is finally getting a Genesis port! The conversion looks like it will bring all the action and platforming of the original, as well as some new features that are exclusive to this 16-bit release. If you’re a fan of old school arcade games and want something new for your Genesis, then definitely check out one out.
The Sega Channel was an exciting time in Sega’s history. The company was at its business peak in the U.S., and it wasn’t afraid to try new things. One of the major players in its creation was Doug Glen, a Sega of America executive who arrived at the branch just before it exploded in sales and popularity. During his tenure, Glen worked to bring the Sega Channel to life, take on Nintendo, and expand Sega’s software offerings to a wider audience.