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Title: SEGA inspired Game Releases 2016-2017
Post by: Breadarms on January 12, 2016, 10:04:46 pm
Welcome to your source of Sega inspired games and their respective release dates for the next coming years.
 
 This thread is going to be devoted to any upcoming none Sega games on the horizon that are either carrying on the Sega legacy in some way or are inspired by, influenced or maybe spiritual successors to existing Sega franchises like Crimson Dragon or Rodea The Sky Soldier (wii).
 These would be good examples of games that have already been released, developed by Yuji Naka's Prope team and Yukio Futatsugi's Grounding Inc, Likewise an example of a bad link would be say Heavy Rain because it gives you the option to view items up close and just like Shenmue it follows a tightly woven plot with cutscenes that include QTEs, it's not enough of a connection, basically it has to be a strong link and be representative of the SEGA style, anyway I've put together a short list of upcoming games to get everyone started, pretty sure I've covered 99% of the relevant releases below.


(This thread will not cover any games being developed for retro systems like the Dreamcast/Megadrive etc, would be interesting if someone made a thread specifically for that, also if your after finding none SEGA developed SEGA games like Shenmue III etc then go look at the top of the General SEGA discussion thread and you will find them in the SEGA release schedule)

 BE SURE TO SHOUT OUT ANY GAMES I'VE YET TO MENTION AND I'LL ADD THEM TO THE LIST LATER.

Thanks, Breadarms.

Ok on to the Release Schedule.







*The 90's Arcade Racer
Blink and you will think your watching Daytona USA 3, very AM2 indeed.
Release date - 2016.
(PC/Linux/Mac/Android/Ios/Wii U)

(http://www.nintendoworldreport.com/media/33266/1/2.jpg)







*The Big Blue/Little Blue
Ed Annunziata developed spiritual sequel to Ecco The Tides of Time, has been on hiatus since 2013 but is expected to be reintroduced soon.
Release date -??
(PC/Linux/Mac/Android/Ios)

(https://thatdamnpixel.files.wordpress.com/2013/03/untitled3.png)







*Slipstream
Massive Outrun Influence here, mainly sprite work and lot's of Scaling and scrolling effects.
Release date - 2016
(PC/Linux)

(http://small-games.info/s/f/s/slipstream_8.jpg)







*Drift Stage
Great looking almost Ridge Racer aesthetic, straight from that mid 90's Arcade Sega/Namco legacy.
Release date - 2016
(PC/Mac/Linux)

(http://www.larevueautomobile.com/images/2014-Photo/08/drift_stage-1.jpg)







*Spark Electric Jester
Developed by Lake Fepard of Sonic Before&After the Sequel fame.
Release date - August 2016
(PC/Mac)

(http://i.ytimg.com/vi/QupoXUY6VrU/maxresdefault.jpg)







*Freedom Planet 2
Sonic/treasure inspired sequel to the original steam hit.
Release date - Q4 2017
(PC/Linux/Mac/Wii U)

(https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CHAYtSUfW0c/maxresdefault.jpg)







*Hover Revolt of Gamers
Hideki Naganuma does the score and it's heavily jet set radio inspired.
Release date- 2016
(PC/Mac/Linux/PS4/Xbone/Wii U)

(http://static.trueachievements.com/customimages/038857.jpg)







*Brock Crocodile
Being made by Aki who you will find on these very forums, this title is a throwback to early nineties sega platform games.
Release date - 2016
(PC)

(http://indiegamemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/brock-croc-3.jpg)







*Venture Kid
Released on the 14/01/16 on Ios, this is essentially the fusion of Alex Kidd, Megaman and Wonder Boy, still waiting for the sketchy details on future platforms other than the already confirmed ones.
Release date- 2016
(PC/Android)

(http://img.youtube.com/vi/ZuU5R73WnCw/maxresdefault.jpg)







*Shadow Gangs
This one is taking its inspiration from Sega's classic Shinobi games and bits from Double Dragon, looks quite promising simply based on the enthusiasm in the interviews of the team working on this.
Release date- 2017
(PC/Linux/Mac)

(http://www.shadowgangs.com/uploads/6/1/9/4/61944069/5019505_orig.jpg)







*AGGELOS
Another game inspired by the Wonder Boy/Monster World games, this time taking its cue from the later Rpg sword based entries in the franchise, featuring some screen filling bosses and a very colourful 2d art style.
I believe this is currently on steam greenlight and will be released some time this year.
Release date- 2016
(PC)

(https://i.ytimg.com/vi/c4oJEiu9WxQ/maxresdefault.jpg)







*Racing Apex
Taking its inspiration from Sega's very own Virtua Racing and a hint of Power drift this is shaping up to be a very nostalgic experience, developed by Lucky Mountain games this title will be a mix of racing and combat similar to Mario Kart.
 Currently sitting in alpha.
Release Date- TBC
(PC)

(https://i.ytimg.com/vi/z9G1FzQ_5Sg/maxresdefault.jpg)







*The Takeover
Still in early access so you can play the latest build now on steam, this title takes its inspiration directly from Streets of Rage, adopting a similar combat style to Streets of Rage with local co-op play I'm confident this will be a blast to play with a friend.
 Even though it's early in development this title is looking very nice indeed.
Release Date- 2017
(PC/Steam)
(https://i.ytimg.com/vi/dnVfPj495OY/maxresdefault.jpg)







*Cosmic Star Heroine
Currently on kickstarter and has exceeded it's goal of 100,000.
 Taking it's inspiration from Phantasy Star and other RPGs like Chrono Trigger and Suikoden this is set to take us all back to the early 90s, sporting a retro 2d design using sprites as opposed to polygons solidifying it's early 90s look, looking forward to this one.
Release date- Summer 2016
(PC/Mac/PS4/VITA)

(https://ksr-ugc.imgix.net/assets/011/491/124/b5e9441ec7d12fb6c965a30820c40d30_original.png?w=1536&h=864&fit=fill&bg=000000&v=1463683500&auto=format&q=92&s=55d39bf97545ca35278d495ca470ce94)







*Strike Harbinger
Under development by Hitspark games and recently shown off at the Galloping Ghost Arcade center this title is like a spiritual successor to Space Harrier, having a twin stick control and mounted in its own cabinet it really goes to show how committed some people are to their art, I recommend finding the news story on SEGAbits for further info.
(http://segabits.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/srs86.png)
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: Berto on January 12, 2016, 10:29:24 pm
Add this one : Brock Crocodile  :)

Brought by Aki and people on this board ought to know is responsible for a good amount of Sonic fan games.
Inspired by 16 bit platformers with "mascot wannabe" anthromorphic/ animal characters on the glory 16 Bit Genesis day : Bubsy The Bobcat, Aero The Acro-bat, Awesome Possum, High Seas Havoc, Rocky Rodent, Earthworm Jim, Power Piggs, Wonder Dog, Zero The Kamikaze Squirell, Mr. Nutz, Radical Rex, and of course form the real mascot himself.... Sonic The Hedgehog.

Link : http://segabits.com/forums/index.php?topic=3226.0
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: Breadarms on January 13, 2016, 05:28:48 pm
Done, looks promising :D
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: George on January 13, 2016, 05:49:56 pm
Very nicely done!
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: Aki-at on January 13, 2016, 06:38:27 pm
Aw thanks Berto for the shout-out! :D Though I've never done any Sonic fangame haha.

Here's another one for the list, the racing game by the guy that did that 2.5 Sonic 2 remake, 90s Arcade Racer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=auuYtx8627A
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: Breadarms on January 13, 2016, 06:55:47 pm
Oops, I was told you made sonic fan games, I'll edit it now, and I'll add 90's Arcade Racer.
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: segababy88baby on January 15, 2016, 09:11:10 pm
  Does Scalebound count?  I kind of get Panzer Dragoon vibes from that one, and it does have some RPG mechanics in it, tho it's not really an RPG.

  The dubstep is kind of annoying and the humor can be hit-or-miss, but the last new footage was pretty impressive and gave me some Sega vibes.
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: Breadarms on January 16, 2016, 08:38:05 am
I dunno, if you were riding the dragon maybe and it had took some inspiration from team andromedas soundtracks then maybe.
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: TimmiT on January 16, 2016, 01:18:04 pm
About the Freedom Planet 2 release date, from the game's website:
Quote
Our goal is to have a complete beta version of the game ready by mid-2017 with the possibility of a public demo before then. We can’t be any more specific than that at this point.
So 2018 with a demo in 2017 would probably be a more realistic expectation for when that game will be released.
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: Breadarms on January 16, 2016, 01:36:35 pm
I'll pen in late 2017 for the time being. Thanks.
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: segababy88baby on January 17, 2016, 11:30:39 am
I dunno, if you were riding the dragon maybe and it had took some inspiration from team andromedas soundtracks then maybe.
I feel like it's the closest we'll get to a new PD game tho, even if it's really not a lot like 'em at all :(
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: Breadarms on January 17, 2016, 12:17:20 pm
I believe Crimson Dragon is the spiritual successor to Panzer Dragoon, it's by the original director and definitely feels like it, if he announces a sequel I'll put it on the list, he did mention previously he wanted to continue with the franchise, albeit without the kinect controls, thank God 😂
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: segababy88baby on January 18, 2016, 11:27:28 pm
I believe Crimson Dragon is the spiritual successor to Panzer Dragoon, it's by the original director and definitely feels like it, if he announces a sequel I'll put it on the list, he did mention previously he wanted to continue with the franchise, albeit without the kinect controls, thank God 😂

  The Kinect stuff really kind of spoiled the party for Crimson Dragon, but it does deserve another shot.  In the meantime I wish Sega could do a digital rerelease of the Saturn Panzer games. 

  The world; she doth be a cruel mistress at times  :))
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: Breadarms on January 18, 2016, 11:37:46 pm
Totally agree!
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: Breadarms on January 18, 2016, 11:51:43 pm
For anyone wondering why Monster Boy or say Shenmue III or Project X Zone isn't on here,  well SEGAbits already have covered the other more legitimate SEGA related Releases in their 2016 Release schedule thread, so anything I'm missing should be on there.
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: Tad on January 19, 2016, 06:14:13 am
  The Kinect stuff really kind of spoiled the party for Crimson Dragon, but it does deserve another shot.  In the meantime I wish Sega could do a digital rerelease of the Saturn Panzer games. 

  The world; she doth be a cruel mistress at times  :))

Despite the nostalgia for those games, I doubt they'll do that well now so I can't see SEGA rereleasing them. They haven't aged well at all.
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: Barry the Nomad on January 19, 2016, 09:28:19 am
For anyone wondering why Monster Boy or say Shenmue III or Project X Zone isn't on here,  well SEGAbits already have covered the other more legitimate SEGA related Releases in their 2016 Release schedule thread, so anything I'm missing should be on there.

Yup. All three are legitimately using IPs. Monster Boy would have been here had they stuck with the Flying Hamster 2 title, but they are official now - just can't use the Wonder Boy/Monster World name.
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: Tad on January 19, 2016, 09:58:25 am
Bit cheeky, but does Shenmue get a shout for basically introducing or refining quite a lot of games in big or small ways? Even to this day many developers come out and speak of the ground work Shenmue created.
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: Breadarms on January 19, 2016, 11:59:18 am
Shenmue always gets a shout out, a very inspirational piece of gaming
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: Breadarms on January 19, 2016, 12:03:47 pm
Yeah Barry just listened to your podcast last night, very interesting, I didn't realise they had access to the licenses assets as such or in any official way, nice to know the original creator is on board, I've actually been curious if you guys would be interested in asking Ed Annunziata in for an interview on the Swinging Report Show about his future projects and possibly about his history with Sega regarding the Ecco IP etc. Obviously you guys have your own agenda but I can't help but ask, I think he's probably one of the most outspoken developers ever :)
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: Barry the Nomad on January 19, 2016, 01:48:00 pm
Yeah Barry just listened to your podcast last night, very interesting, I didn't realise they had access to the licenses assets as such or in any official way, nice to know the original creator is on board, I've actually been curious if you guys would be interested in asking Ed Annunziata in for an interview on the Swinging Report Show about his future projects and possibly about his history with Sega regarding the Ecco IP etc. Obviously you guys have your own agenda but I can't help but ask, I think he's probably one of the most outspoken developers ever :)

Thanks for checking out the show!

We do have our own schedule, and some really cool upcoming guests, but I'll gladly add Ed to list list of possible future guests.
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: Breadarms on January 19, 2016, 05:21:01 pm
Awesome stuff  :)
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: Berto on January 21, 2016, 12:29:21 am
For mobile, there is Venture Kid, a pixelated platform game features 8-bit graphics, taking inspiration from Megaman and the Sega's 8 Bit Classic character, Alex Kidd.

(http://a2.mzstatic.com/us/r30/Purple69/v4/6c/d4/5a/6cd45a1f-c932-c708-52b3-3c6c72ec58eb/screen640x640.jpeg)


http://apps400.com/general/levels-logic-and-lots-of-fun-the-top-mobile-games-for-2016.html

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/venture-kid/id948715059?mt=8
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: Breadarms on January 23, 2016, 08:39:57 am
Interesting,  I tried to find a download for this on Android but to no avail, is it just an iPhone exclusive?
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: Breadarms on January 24, 2016, 07:34:44 am
Well I would put the android version of venture kid on here but can't find any details about it :/
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game releases 2016- 2017 and discussion
Post by: Breadarms on January 24, 2016, 11:57:28 am
Added Venture Kid and included more details on games
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game Releases 2016-2017
Post by: Berto on February 04, 2016, 02:53:43 am
For mobile again, there is City Taxi Duty, a "racing around town" game that's taking inspiration from SEGA's famous open world racing video game, Crazy Taxi.
Released two days ago for iOS.

(http://a2.mzstatic.com/us/r30/Purple49/v4/de/a0/c3/dea0c3e8-8ca4-076c-66fe-d376b39fedd9/screen640x640.jpeg)

https://itunes.apple.com/id/app/city-taxi-duty/id1078858741
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game Releases 2016-2017
Post by: Berto on February 08, 2016, 09:25:35 pm
Shadow Gangs (for PC, Linux, and Max), inspired by 80's arcade ninja action game like SEGA's Shinobi.

(http://www.shadowgangs.com/uploads/6/1/9/4/61944069/9666716_orig.jpg)

Link : http://segabits.com/forums/index.php?topic=3852.0
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game Releases 2016-2017
Post by: Breadarms on February 09, 2016, 07:48:00 am
I'll have a look at these both soon and look to add them, as for the taxi game is concerned I'm in two minds as I went on the Google play store and there's quite a few crazy Taxi copy cat games on there so I will look to see if it stands out enough, will spruce up the thread a bit as well like my other one about the development Studios.
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game Releases 2016-2017
Post by: Berto on February 16, 2016, 11:07:24 pm
I'll have a look at these both soon and look to add them, as for the taxi game is concerned I'm in two minds as I went on the Google play store and there's quite a few crazy Taxi copy cat games on there so I will look to see if it stands out enough, will spruce up the thread a bit as well like my other one about the development Studios.

Yeah, Google Play is like that, that's why some people prefer ios than android for mobile gaming since its appstore is more filtered.

And now for PC, there's another game inspired by Wonder Boy again, and has been greenlit on STEAM.
It's AGGELOS.

(https://img.itch.io/aW1hZ2UvNTAxMTkvMjIxNTgwLnBuZw==/347x500/wSMJsT.png)
(https://img.itch.io/aW1hZ2UvNTAxMTkvMjIxNTc3LnBuZw==/347x500/BTKrxV.png)

STEAM : https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=614302691
Game demo : https://forzapedro.itch.io/aggelos
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game Releases 2016-2017
Post by: Breadarms on February 18, 2016, 12:06:55 am
Spruced up the thread, decided not to add city Taxi duty as it looks horrendous and upon closer examination does neither carry the spirit of Crazy Taxi nor the look, good shout though  :))
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game Releases 2016-2017
Post by: Berto on February 18, 2016, 12:15:56 am
Spruced up the thread, decided not to add city Taxi duty as it looks horrendous and upon closer examination does neither carry the spirit of Crazy Taxi nor the look, good shout though  :))

Worry not, I'm cool with that. :)

Btw Hover: Revolt Of Gamers has exact release date now : June 23, 2016

Source : https://www.humblebundle.com/store/p/hoverrevoltofgamers_storefront
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game Releases 2016-2017
Post by: Breadarms on February 18, 2016, 12:37:16 am
Added shadow Gangs and changed date of hover, something strange just happened, I was searching for an image of Shadow Gangs for the post when I noticed that my phone no longer allows me to copy image urls, wtf!!! Might have to do this on my pc later on then.
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game Releases 2016-2017
Post by: Breadarms on February 18, 2016, 12:52:04 am
Ok thread up to date now, I will add photos on my pc later on, if anyone's knows why you can't copy image urls anymore be sure to let me know, I've never experienced this before haha
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game Releases 2016-2017
Post by: Breadarms on March 17, 2016, 05:15:43 pm
I'll be reviewing this thread sometime soon, seeing if there's been any new games announced that would fall into this category,  guys let me know if you find anything. :D
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game Releases 2016-2017
Post by: TimmiT on March 23, 2016, 09:33:43 am
New game that's inspired by Virtua Racing:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9G1FzQ_5Sg
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game Releases 2016-2017
Post by: Breadarms on March 25, 2016, 10:55:20 am
Thanks for the heads up Timmit
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game Releases 2016-2017
Post by: TimmiT on March 26, 2016, 03:13:13 pm
Just found out about this:

(http://i.imgur.com/DjqFaDk.jpg)

The TakeOver (http://store.steampowered.com/app/418620/). A beat em up inspired by Streets of Rage and Final Fight, being developed as a side-project by Pelikan13 (the developer behind 90s Arcade Racer). It's currently in Steam Early Access.
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game Releases 2016-2017
Post by: TimmiT on April 05, 2016, 09:58:51 am
I guess this sort of counts? Valve's VR minigame collection, The Lab, has a fake arcade cabinet for one of the minigames called Xortex. The actual game isn't much like Zaxxon, but the arcade cabinet certainly is:

(http://i.imgur.com/pkvUP45.png)
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game Releases 2016-2017
Post by: Berto on April 11, 2016, 02:28:38 am
Does indie retrogaming counts?
If yes, there's Ninjajar! for the ol' Spectrum.
This is the close you got if you want to play Alex Kidd in Miracle World on Spectrum.
Cartridges, errr, I mean cassetes are to be release soon.

(http://fs5.directupload.net/images/160411/8phyl73r.jpg)

Source : https://www.verkami.com/projects/14731-ninjajar-spectrum-super-uwol-nes-y-mega-cheril-mega-drive
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game Releases 2016-2017
Post by: Breadarms on April 17, 2016, 04:01:20 am
Going to have to pass on the valve game and no it's just games coming out that carry the sega flag so retro does'nt count, going to add the streets of rage style game though.
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game Releases 2016-2017
Post by: Breadarms on April 17, 2016, 04:13:11 am
Updated the thread, added The Takeover.
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game Releases 2016-2017
Post by: Breadarms on April 21, 2016, 05:20:36 pm
Nice to have this in the thread though, cabinet looks ace :)


I guess this sort of counts? Valve's VR minigame collection, The Lab, has a fake arcade cabinet for one of the minigames called Xortex. The actual game isn't much like Zaxxon, but the arcade cabinet certainly is:

(http://i.imgur.com/pkvUP45.png)
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game Releases 2016-2017
Post by: TimmiT on June 02, 2016, 11:31:21 am
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=juKE8FvMky0

Inspired by Phantasy Star.
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game Releases 2016-2017
Post by: Breadarms on July 01, 2016, 09:12:05 am
Updated the Release dates of current games and added Strike Harbinger and Cosmic Star Heroine (Thx Timmit), also updated the opening statement.
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game Releases 2016-2017
Post by: JonnyTanna on March 30, 2018, 08:16:04 pm
Pardon me for bumping, but does anyone have the Mac demo for Slipstream?
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game Releases 2016-2017
Post by: tdix on April 02, 2018, 02:39:43 pm
Garrison Archangel deserves mention for working a Virtual On likeness into its game as well. The alpha release is free for anyone who wants to try it.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Zpsa9VfSfk

(http://www.indigo-entertainment.com/assets/blogs/covers/blogcover_5922b80d02d678.00756472.png)
Title: Re: SEGA inspired Game Releases 2016-2017
Post by: rksharma on May 06, 2018, 11:13:09 am
Been playing Venture Kid its pretty good game to pass some time.