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We close out the month of May with our traditional Reader Roundtable feature, and this month’s installment has a ton of great games. From true classics to titles you’ve probably never played before, there’s definitely a bit of something for Genesis fans of all types. Read the full article for all the juicy details!
Everyone has wanted a Sega Genesis at some point. Some have remained content with emulation or a Nomad, but the allure of Sega’s sexy little 16-bit console has always remained strong. Even the purchase of a SNES months beforehand can’t scratch this itch, baby!
Licensed games have traditionally been the bane of game consoles. While it’s true that many of today’s releases are actually quite playable, lulling gamers into a sense of safety about the quality of licensed games overall, there was a time when people cringed at the prospect of playing one (NES X-Men, anyone?). However, if you pick through the garbage, there are some true gems on the Genesis that not only should be played but given a permanent place in one’s collection.
We close out the month of April with another epic installment of our monthly Reader Roundtable series. This month’s offerings have a pretty good distribution, and you’re bound to find something you either haven’t played or should give a second look to. Read the full article and see what our staff and readers have been playing in April!
After almost two decades away from the limelight, Konami’s Rocket Knight series blasts back into action in a new game for Xbox Live Arcade, Playstation Network, and Steam (PC). This new sequel retains the classic 2D gameplay of the previous two games, but it brings a modern coat of paint to the visuals. The “2.5” look marks a new style for the series, and we’ve got a complete preview of it for you to check out before the game hits May 12. Did we mention we also chatted with the game’s associate producer? Well, what are you waiting for then? Read the article and see why great heroes never die; they just play possum.