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SEGA Talk #177: Tanglewood (2018)
This week on SEGA Talk, we’re stepping back into the 16-bit era — but not the way you expect. Tanglewood is a brand-new game built for real SEGA Genesis hardware, programmed in assembly, shipped on physical cartridges, and developed almost entirely by one person. We’re breaking down how it was made, the brutal development challenges, and what it tells us about what the Genesis was truly capable of.
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SEGA Talk #176: Sonic Drift 1 & 2 (1994-1995)
On this episode of SEGA Talk, we shift into portable racing mode as we take a deep dive into Sonic Drift and Sonic Drift 2 — SEGA’s kart racers released exclusively for the Game Gear. Long before Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing, these two hidden gems let players race as their favorite characters across colorful, high-speed tracks inspired by the early 16-bit Sonic era. So lets put the pedal to the metal on SEGA Talk!
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SEGA Talk #175: SEGA in 1998
On this episode of the SEGA Talk Podcast, we’re peeling back the curtain on Sega’s most pivotal year — the collapse of the Saturn, the rise of the Dreamcast, and the moment gaming stood at the edge of a digital revolution. All this and more… on SEGA Talk!
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SEGA Talk #174: Galloping Ghost Arcade
On this special episode of SEGA Talk, George and Barry take an IRL trip to the Galloping Ghost Arcade in Brookfield, IL! What games did we play? Who did we meet? Watch and find out!
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SEGA Talk #173: Sonic the Hedgehog 8-Bit (1991)
On this SEGA Talk, we take a look at Sonic the Hedgehog! No, not THAT one… and not THAT one… we’re talking about the one for the Master System and Game Gear! What’s the story behind this 8-bit version of the Genesis classic? What does it do differently? Find out on SEGA Talk!
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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!
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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The SEGAbits Swingin’ Report Show LIVE: SEGA Addicts with ScottyMoFoSho
On this episode, former SEGA Addicts writer and current co-host of The SEGA Spirit Show podcast ScottyMoFoSho sits down to talk about the early days of SEGA fan sites, his new podcast and his upcoming Dreamcast stream!
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 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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SEGA Talk #163: Tokyo Joypolis Review (2025)
On this SEGA Talk, Barry takes a visit to Tokyo Joypolis and shares his full day of fun playing games, eating food and getting yelled at by staff! Is SEGA’s last standing theme park a Joy? Watch and find out on SEGA Talk!
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