Sega Saturn Heroes - Astal, Segata Sanshiro, Bug, Mr. Bones, etc

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SEGA Talk #178: US Box Art Design (1989-2001)







https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9b8-5qwZYQA

In this episode of Sega Talk, we track the radical evolution of SEGA’s North American branding, from the clinical “graph paper” grids of the Master System to the high-tech “black box” era of the Genesis. We dive deep into why Sega abandoned its uniform look for the iconic red-stripe rebrand of the 90s, the switch to the massive plastic long-boxes of the Saturn, and finally, the Dreamcast’s sleek transition from bright orange swirls to the edgy “SegaNet” black. It’s a nostalgic look at how Sega used graphic design as a weapon in the console wars, shifting from a toy company aesthetic to a lifestyle brand that defined a generation.

Article: https://segabits.com/blog/2026/01/23/sega-talk-178-us-box-art-design-1989-2001/

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Prolific Saturn Modder Creates A Successor To One Of Sega's Rarest Consoles

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aEgHm18fY4Q

Modder TZMWX has shown off the final version of his one-off 'CDX2', which includes the following modifications:

- Sega Saturn motherboard major modification
- Using Sony KSM900 optical drive
- Using Sanyo CDP-550 top cover
- Retaining Sanyo audio jack and volume potentiometer
- Retaining Sanyo panel button functions
- Retaining multi-function card slot ...

Article : https://www.timeextension.com/news/2026/02/prolific-saturn-modder-creates-a-successor-to-one-of-segas-rarest-consoles

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Panzer Dragoon Saga's PC Port Was Abandoned In 2020, But Its Developer Is "Motivated" To Work On It Again







https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pPI18jQXFYM

"The decomp/recomp started a long time ago, around 2015 or so," he says. "I've been trying to make progress on and off. It was started under the impression that the code was lost. Over time, it became clear that the way the game is programmed (not at all like a traditional RPG) was making the task a bit impractical. Every location, battle and interaction is more or less custom and requires manual implementation."
He explains that he "toyed with the idea of completing CD1 and seeing from there, but I lost interest before that," with the last code change being Oct 5th, 2020. The reason it's currently gaining traction online is that yaz0r decided to open-source the project.
"At some point, feeling this effort had all been gone to waste, I decided to put it up on GitHub and see interest there," he says. "It's been ..."

Article: https://www.timeextension.com/news/2026/02/panzer-dragoon-sagas-pc-port-was-abandoned-in-2020-but-its-developer-is-motivated-to-work-on-it-again

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Nintendo Switch eShop charts – January 31, 2026

Download-Only Games

1. Dispatch
2. Super Mario Galaxy 2
3. Stardew Valley
...
15. Date Everything
...
29. The House of the Dead: Remake
30. Is This Seat Taken

Article: https://nintendoeverything.com/nintendo-switch-eshop-charts-january-31-2026/

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Play Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage FREE on Steam this weekend!📅
 

Step into the ring NOW.
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage is FREE to play all weekend on Steam!

Link : https://store.steampowered.com/app/3112260/_Virtua_Fighter_5_REVO_World_Stage/

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Hideki Sato, Father of Sega Hardware, Dies at 75

Sato joined Sega in 1971 and led development of major home consoles like the SG-1000, Master System, Mega Drive, Saturn, and Dreamcast over three decades.
As R&D director from 1989 and later president, he pushed innovative designs, such as the Mega Drive's powerful 68000 processor that enabled Sonic the Hedgehog's speed.
Composer Yuzo Koshiro paid tribute, saying none of his Mega Drive soundtracks would have been possible without Sato's consoles, while fans reminisced about blasting through levels and shared vintage photos of him with prototypes.

Articles : https://segabits.com/blog/tag/hideki-sato/

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Fan-Made 'Star Fox CD' Adds The Hornet From Daytona USA, Because Why Not

RealSunlitSpace's Star Fox CD is one of the most interesting upcoming adaptations of Nintendo's space combat classic, and adds in CD-quality music via MSU-1 chip support, as well as other neat additions to augment and enhance the experience.
The developer has now revealed that the game will also contain some fun little bonuses, with the most interesting being the addition of the iconic Hornet race car from Sega's Daytona USA.
The car replaces the Landmaster tank and is ...

Article : https://www.timeextension.com/news/2026/02/random-fan-made-star-fox-cd-adds-the-hornet-from-daytona-usa-because-why-not

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Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage Nintendo Switch™ 2 Version Open Beta Test Has Begun!

Players can download the beta directly from the Nintendo eShop, and they will need an active Nintendo Switch Online subscription in order to participate.
Players on Nintendo Switch™ 2 will also be able to join the existing online environment as Steam / PS5 / Xbox Series X|S owners.
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O World Stage will ...

Article : https://segabits.com/blog/2026/02/18/virtua-fighter-5-r-e-v-o-world-stage-nintendo-switch-2-version-open-beta-test-begins-tonight/

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We're Getting Not One But Two Culdcept Titles This July







https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VHSea4GfAdc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzdRBr_ukcU

Culdcept The First, an enhanced port of the original Sega Saturn game that kicked off the franchise back in 1997, appears to be PC-only at the moment, and City Connection is handling the development duties.
New additions to the game include a rewind feature, the ability to quick save and the option to toggle the in-game text between Japanese and English. It launches on July 30th, 2026. Previous entries in ...

Article : https://www.timeextension.com/news/2026/02/were-getting-not-one-but-two-culdcept-titles-this-july

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Playable Demo of Panzer Dragoon Zwei: Remake Available Now on Steam Next Fest!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5wL249NAtQ

A brand-new playable demo of Panzer Dragoon Zwei: Remake is now available as part of Steam Next Fest!
Steam Next Fest is a week-long celebration featuring hundreds of FREE playable demos as well as developer livestreams and chats.
In this hands-on preview, you get to experience the second stage of the game and try out two distinct Dragon evolution forms featuring alongside updated visuals, refined gameplay, and enhanced atmosphere of this legendary rail shooter!
Panzer Dragoon Zwei: Remake is a refreshed edition of the second entry in the legendary rail shooter series, taking you into a unique world where ancient ruins, imperial power, and mysterious creatures shape the fate of an entire continent. Step into the role of Jean Jacque Lundi, a young rider who, together with his ...

Article : https://segabits.com/blog/2026/02/23/playable-demo-of-panzer-dragoon-zwei-remake-available-now-on-steam-next-fest/

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Panzer Dragoon Zwei: Remake Demo - New Update Available on Steam!
Make sure your game is up to date and jump back in!

Forever Entertainment: "Full patch notes:

Boss Updates
Changes to boss phases and attacks

Enemy Adjustments
Changes to enemy movement paths

Gameplay Improvements
Adjusted lock-on delay
Improved lock-on targeting
Updated reticle color

Level Fixes
Fixes to the landing sequence on the left path

Visual Improvements
Minor graphical fixes

Optimization
Performance optimizations

The game is still in development and your feedback helps us make it better.
We read every message and use it to shape the final experience.
See you in the full game!"

Play the demo and wishlist now to stay up to date!
⚫️ https://store.steampowered.com/app/4244520/Panzer_Dragoon_Zwei_Remake_Demo/

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Panzer Dragoon-Inspired "Bat Galaxy" Kickstarter is Launching Soon

Zoom into a high octane world where you'll weave through billions of bullets and use your handy punch feature to send enemies flying.
Mao and Kou, two fighter pilot trainees, are unavoidably thrust into a mission that only they can complete. They'll charge through linear stages with hordes of enemies surrounding them, explore colorful and mystically beautiful ancient worlds for technology and power-ups, and take on massive bosses built by a society their world forgot.

Link: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/batgalaxy/bat-galaxy-rails-adventure
Steam Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3075430/Bat_Galaxy/

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Fatal Fury + Street Fighter Alpha 2 comic by Toshiharu Enwa, from a 1998 Comic Gamest compilation.



Source : https://x.com/ItsFantasticAC/status/2028139449465422289

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Tomb Raider II: The Great Wall (Fan Port)  is Coming to SEGA Saturn!











https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HOrMEoMikP0

JRTombRaider: "The first demo of Tomb Raider 2 on the Sega Saturn is out now!

Tomb Raider debuted on the Sega Saturn in October 1996 and catapulted Lara Croft into stardom. The much-anticipated sequel was originally planned for the Saturn, but a deal with Sony ultimately prevented the series from ever returning to the console. Now, nearly 30 years later, Lara is coming back home, ready to show off all her new moves in a revamped new engine.

In this opening level, you get to experience dynamic lighting, an impressive skybox, new traps and enemies, and so much more! Consider this first demo a teaser for what's to come. A second, more extensive, demo is planned for Q2.

Whether you're a longtime Saturn fan or just curious about what could have been, I hope you enjoy this first glimpse of retro Lara’s return."

Demo #1 Link : https://www.mediafire.com/folder/vdclnho445ouy
Full view of fan cover art here: https://x.com/zanac_dx/status/2027529013036540165

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Dead or Alive comic by Nagomu Tasaka, from a 1997 Comic Gamest compilation.



Source: https://x.com/ItsFantasticAC/status/2023066019237867881