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The wait is over! "RENT A HERO Z" is Available Now for iOS and Android!







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LINE NEXT launches RENT A HERO Z, based on a legacy SEGA Game, in Australia, Canada, and India. LINE NEXT’s RENT A HERO Z marks the long-awaited return of the beloved franchise, arriving 36 years after the original RENT A HERO debuted in 1991. While preserving the unique charm and spirit that earned the original title its following, the new game has been fully reimagined for mobile platforms with modern gameplay and enhanced content.

The original RENT A HERO, an action role-playing video game released by SEGA in 1991 for the Mega Drive console in Japan, built a passionate, dedicated fanbase with its highly original premise of a protagonist working a part-time job as a hero wearing rented combat armor. It delivered a compelling story filled with courage, laughter, and touching moments. Later in 2000, a remake titled RENT A HERO No. 1 was released for Dreamcast.

Building upon the original “hero-for-hire” universe, RENT A HERO Z introduces a modern interpretation of the franchise while staying true to its roots. Players can enjoy dynamic action gameplay alongside puzzles integrated into the exploration, challenging high-difficulty missions, and a global ranking system designed to ...

Article : https://www.linecorp.com/en/pr/news/global/20260618/

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RENT A HERO Z - "Part Time & Hero 1" Trailer

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LINE NEXT launches RENT A HERO Z, based on a legacy SEGA Game, in Australia, Canada, and India. LINE NEXT’s RENT A HERO Z marks the long-awaited return of the beloved franchise, arriving 36 years after the original RENT A HERO debuted in 1991. While preserving the unique charm and spirit that earned the original title its following, the new game has been fully reimagined for mobile platforms with modern gameplay and enhanced content.

Play the game now: https://rentaheroz.go.link/jWLpy

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SEGA Talk #187: Sonic CD (1993)







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Put on your red sneakers, grab a chili dog, and get ready to travel through time as we dive into one of the most ambitious, innovative, and misunderstood entries in the Sonic franchise: Sonic CD for the Sega CD. This isn’t just “Sonic with CDs.” This is the game that introduced Metal Sonic, gave us Amy Rose, dared to ask “what if Sonic could change the future?” find out on this episode of SEGA TALK!

iTunes, Stitcher, YouTube and Download version here: https://segabits.com/blog/2026/06/20/sega-talk-187-sonic-cd-1993/

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The English translation of Phantasy Star Generation:2 has been updated to version 3.









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This is a major release, where the translation is finalized.
This release also features an optional gameplay rebalance hack.

The game no longer crashes post-battle upon winning an item from an enemy. A wide swath of formatting errors and typos have been corrected, all while retaining Kyence's original high quality translation. As she strove for accuracy, there are no patches for alternate names.

In particular, the names of many techs and pieces of equipment seemed to be derived from German or other non-Japanese or English languages. Thus, rather than copy existing translations from the classic four or PS Online, a collaborative effort was launched amongst community members to determine the potential etymology of each tech and item to inform its translation.

Link: https://www.pscave.com/psg2/download/

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Sonic the Hedgehog 1 & 2 (35th Anniversary) - Legacy Cartridge Collection for SEGA Genesis/Mega Drive up for preorder at iam8bit





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Happy birthday Sonic the Hedgehog! To celebrate the blue blur's 35th Anniversary, iam8bit partnering with Sega and releasing Sonic The Hedgehog 1 and 2 for Sega Genesis as part of our Legacy Cartridge Collection!

Sonic The Hedgehog 1 comes in a Translucent Blue Blur Shell, and Sonic The Hedgehog 2 comes in a Translucent Two Tail Amber Shell. Pre-order yours today, there are limited quantities!

Link: https://bit.ly/8bit-sonic

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These Annoying Gen AI Adverts For Retro Consoles Are Fooling A Lot Of People



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If you've been anywhere near retro gaming social media circles over the past weekend, you'll almost certainly have seen some Japanese adverts for various vintage consoles featuring scantily-clad ladies.
As you can imagine, these "lost" promotional images have triggered a pretty big online response, with many people assuming they are legitimate historical items which show just how "great" everything was a few decades ago – which, of course, they're not.
These fake adverts are yet another dubious "benefit" we've been blessed with thanks to the arrival of Generative AI, and are no more real than the Easter Bunny. That hasn't stopped thousands of ...

Article : https://www.timeextension.com/news/2026/05/random-this-isnt-real-is-it-these-annoying-gen-ai-adverts-for-retro-consoles-are-fooling-a-lot-of-people

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Beat 'Em Up Collection (QUByte Classics) is now 45% off on Steam!
Sale ends on July 10, 2026.








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This collection includes:

First Samurai
– Embark on a mystical journey through time as a lone samurai. Use ancient powers and enchanted weapons to defeat demons and restore balance to the world.

Second Samurai – Continue the warrior’s saga as you face the Demon King once again. Travel across time, overcome brutal enemies, and solve environmental puzzles in a fast-paced martial arts adventure.

Gourmet Warriors
– In a bizarre post-apocalyptic future where food is scarce, battle against mutants and demonic robots in the streets of Zeus Heaven Magic City. A chaotic and flavorful beat ‘em up experience!

Iron Commando – Choose between Jake, a soldier, or Chang Li, a martial arts expert, and fight to prevent the terrorist group G.H.O.S.T. from stealing a radioactive meteor. Engage in relentless action across moving trains, mine shafts, vehicles, and more.

Legend – Enter a brutal medieval world and fight to liberate the kingdom of Sellech from the cruel sorcerer Clovius. Face off against dark knights, dragons, and otherworldly magic in this gritty brawler.

Sword of Sodan – Step into the shoes of a mighty barbarian warrior (male or female) and confront the evil sorcerer Zora. With its dark fantasy setting and unique visual style, prepare for intense side-scrolling combat against a monstrous army.

The Tale of Clouds and Winds (Water Margin) – Inspired by the Chinese literary classic “Water Margin”, choose from three outlaw heroes and battle corrupt warlords in ancient China. Features branching paths and multiple endings based on your character and difficulty level.

Link : https://store.steampowered.com/app/3495240/Beat_Em_Up_Collection_QUByte_Classics/

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SEGA JP official X account has reached 600,000 Followers Milestone!





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The "Special X Icon 60 Types Giveaway Campaign" commemorating the SEGA official X account's "600,000 Followers Milestone" is now available until next Tuesday! 
Don't forget to grab yours~🌟 

Download the icons here↓ 
https://sega.jp/special/x600k/

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Spiritual Warfare & Wisdom Tree Collection is now 60% off on Steam!
Sale ends on July 10, 2026.








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Spiritual Warfare is a Zelda-like overhead action game where you play as a soldier of God, fighting the forces of darkness in various parts of a modern city to find the armor of God, each one guarded by increasingly difficult demon bosses.
The game includes other 3 Popular Wisdom Tree games: Bible Adventures, Exodus, and Joshua and the Battle of Jericho

Link : https://store.steampowered.com/app/624550/Spiritual_Warfare__Wisdom_Tree_Collection/