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Game Gear Reviews

Ristar the Shooting Star

Released late in the lifespan of the Genesis, Ristar went unnoticed and unappreciated in 1995. The Game Gear version received equal treatment, though it was an excellent platformer that managed to retain all the charm and gameplay of its 16-bit sibling. It’s time to give this one the attention it deserves.

Features, Previews

Preview: Water Margin

The Genesis is getting another official release, and this time it’s one that’s been wanted for a long time. Water Margin is a fantasy beat-’em-up based on the classic Chinese novel of the same name, and Piko Interactive has given it a physical release, including bug and gameplay fixes!

Master System Reviews

Astérix

There were tons of quality Master System games that never came to North America. Among them was perhaps one of the best platformers on the console. Only released in Europe and Brazil, Astérix is everything you’d expect from an awesome Sega title and then some. Find yourself a copy NOW.