SEGA Talk #172: Ristar (1995)

Back in 1995, SEGA launched one of the Genesis’ brightest hidden gems, Ristar! Born from scrapped Sonic ideas, this star hero grabbed, swung, and headbutted his way through some of the most colorful worlds and catchiest music of the 16-bit era. Today, we’re diving into its wild development, planets, bosses, and lasting legacy!

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The SEGAbits Swingin’ Report Show LIVE: Sonic Weekly – CrossPod Part 2

Barry and the hosts of Sonic Weekly cross through the ring portal – as heard in part 1 – and emerge on the Swingin Report Show LIVE! We learn more about how the Sonic Weekly podcast came to be, discuss the canon elements of the Sonic Racing games and take your questions!

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SEGA News Bits Live: Miku Festival + Sonic’s Olympic Return?

We had our first festival in Sonic Racing CrossWorlds, and on this News Bits we talk about how it went! Also, news has dropped that Sonic is teaming back up with the Olympics!

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SEGA Talk #171: Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Episode 1 (2010)

On this SEGA Talk, we discuss the first half of the fourth Sonic the Hedgehog game that arrived nearly 15 years after the third game! How did Sonic 4 come to be? Why is it so controversial with some fans? What is the ideal way to play it? Can you physically own it? Find out on SEGA Talk!

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SEGA Talk #170: Lost SEGA Consoles (1991-1996)

On this episode of SEGA Talk, we dive into the uncharted territory of lost consoles. From the canceled SEGA Neptune to the mythical SEGA Pluto and the ambitious but doomed SEGA VR, we’re exploring the machines that time forgot.

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SEGA Talk #169: Sonic Archie Comics #39-79

On this SEGA Talk we’re talking about Sonic the Hedgehog comic books… again! Specifically the mainline Archie Comics series. We are spending this SEGA Talk discussing issues 39 to 79 which spans Ken Penders debut, the End Game issue 50 event and the lead up to the Sonic Adventure adaptation – which means we learn how Sonic gets his green eyes!

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SONIC WEEKLY: Sonic Frontiers 2 Wish List

Grant is back! Bo shares a big find in the Playstation “E.T.” game, while David riffs on recent Sonic the Hedgehog collaborations, from Timberland to the last issue of DC x Sonic the Hedgehog. And prompted by the mailbag, everyone pitches ideas for a potential Sonic Frontiers 2.

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SEGA Talk Podcast #168: Star Trek: Strategic Operations Simulator

On this episode, we’re beaming up Star Trek: Strategic Operations Simulator! You might remember this gem from the arcades, a groundbreaking 1983 title from none other than SEGA. We’ll dive into its innovative vector-graphics gameplay, that iconic first-person cockpit, and the thrill of defending starbases from relentless Klingon attackers.

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SEGA News Bits Live: New Classic Sonic Toys!

New Classic Sonic toys are hitting shelves, and on this SEGA News Bits Live Barry takes a look at the Hammer Egg from Sonic Superstars and Giant Mecha Sonic from Sonic the Hedgehog 2!

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SEGA Talk Podcast #167: Sonic Advance 2 (2002)

Let’s return to the Game Boy Advance with the second installment of Sonic’s Advance adventures! We talk about the OTHER SA2, the addition of Cream the Rabbit and the changes the game makes to the previous Advance on SEGA TALK!

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SEGA Talk #166: It’s Thinking – Dreamcast Marketing Campaign (1999)

On this episode of SEGA Talk, we’re diving headfirst into the Dreamcast’s iconic “It’s Thinking” marketing campaign! We’ll explore its development, massive multimedia push, and those unforgettable, often cryptic ads. Did it revolutionize console marketing or just leave us scratching our heads? All this, and more, on SEGA Talk!

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SEGA News Bits Live: Sonic Crossover Chaos!

Batman, SpongeBob, Magic the Gathering… Sonic is crossing over with EVERYTHING! On this SEGA News Bits, Barry touches on the many collabs and crossovers, talks about leaks and shows off some upcoming SEGAbits projects!

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SEGA Talk #165: Toy Story (1995)

Open the toy box, because on this SEGA Talk we’re unboxing Toy Story for the SEGA Genesis! How did this multiplatform licensed game wow players in 1995? How does it compare to the movie of the same name? Is there a snake in my boot? Watch and find out on this toyetic SEGA Talk!

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