16-Bit Blast Processing Heroes - Ecco, Vectorman, Ristar, Kid Chameleon, etc

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You Can Expect More Raiden Games, Says MOSS CEO

MOSS CEO Toshinobu Komazawa – who founded the studio along with several other former Seibu Kaihatsu staffers when that company went bankrupt – said:
"We will definitely continue to expand on the series so that it appeals to and is loved by an even broader audience.
Please look forward to what we have in store.
In addition to Raiden III X Mikado Maniax, we have some new announcements this year from MOSS.
2D shooter fans; please keep looking forward to what we ... "

Article : https://timeextension.com/news/2023/07/you-can-expect-more-raiden-games-says-moss-ceo

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Irimajiri Speaks Out About the Saturn, the 32X, and SOA’s Financial Troubles

I met with Sega of America president Tom Kalinske and head of software development Joe Miller. They told me that there was no way they could abandon the incredible success of the Genesis. They made this clear to me in a very passionate manner. After that, I returned to Japan.
We would release the Saturn in Japan at the end of 1994. Meanwhile, we would develop an enhancer for the Genesis, the 32X, that Sega of America would release at the end of 1994. We would split the markets that way. The Saturn’s American release would be postponed for a year. That’s the plan that was eventually agreed upon.
It turned out to be a huge strategic blunder, and it would cost us heavily until the very end. The American third-parties that were counting on the next-generation hardware were thrown into great confusion, and they ended up going to the PlayStation. They didn’t continue on to the Saturn.
A huge problem came to light at Sega of America. In the American market, it was typically large retailers such as Toys “R” Us and Wal-Mart that stocked ...

Article : https://mdshock.com/2023/07/10/irimajiri-speaks-out-about-the-saturn-the-32x-and-soas-financial-troubles/

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Gargoyles: Remastered gets a physical release from Limited Run this fall!

The spell is broken, and we live AGAIN!
Stay tuned for more exciting information and a reveal later this year.

Source : https://twitter.com/LimitedRunGames/status/1679226145856782338

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The time has come Telenet fans!

The Telenet Shooting Collection comes to Switch physical next Friday, July 21st!
Includes Granada, Avenger, Gaiares, and Psychic Storm on one cart!
Plus, we're offing a Deluxe Edition for Telenet Shooting Collection that includes extras like art cards and a Gaiares keychain! 

Learn more + wishlist: https://bit.ly/46Q6kkr

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Retro Game Books’ “Video Game Maps: Genesis & Mega Drive” releases physically and digitally

This book features maps from over 100 Genesis and Mega Drive games, includes memories from thirty gamers and, oh yeah, features a foreword written by yours truly!
You can snag the physical version for $40, and it features 226 full color pages in a paperback format and includes a sticker of the cover art.
The digital version, meanwhile,  can be had for $4.95. Having paged through it myself, it’s ... 

Article : https://segabits.com/blog/2023/07/13/retro-game-books-video-game-maps-genesis-mega-drive-releases-physically-and-digitally/

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ClayFighter Resculpted Fan Game will no longer release due to a C&D by Interplay

ClayFighter Resculpted, a fan-made fighting game based on the classic ClayFighter series, has ceased development and will no longer release due to a C&D by Interplay, who owns the ClayFighter IP.
It will be turned into a completely original project inspired by the ClayFighter series.
ClayFighter Resculpted was intended to include Peppino (Pizza Tower) as a playable character.

Design Document Here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XPbLcXFV5YOdjXxwRmyM2fQXuSuIV-MRoCgpvbDqQOA/edit
Fan Game Developer Twitter Page here : https://twitter.com/TTGames77

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SEGA Talk #122: Instruments of Chaos Starring Young Indiana Jones (1994)

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

SEGA Talk throws you the whip on this episode as we talk about the SEGA Genesis game Instruments of Chaos Starring Young Indiana Jones!
How did this Chicagoland developed game come to be? What are the origins of Indiana Jones and the TV series that details his early days?
Run away from a boulder and find out on this episode of SEGA Talk!

Source : https://segabits.com/blog/2023/07/14/sega-talk-122-instruments-of-chaos-starring-young-indiana-jones-1994/

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El Viento - Digital Unboxing - Retro-Bit Publishing


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

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Sol-Deace - Digital Unboxing - Retro-Bit Publishing

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s6_0rXGUDOg

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Dreamcast "GenesisLoader: The Ultimate Homebrew Game Loader for Sega Genesis" with download

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kYUH24dSn9A

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXVn4V9mg3s

Welcome to GenesisLoader - the ultimate homebrew game loader tailor-made for Sega Dreamcast enthusiasts!
With GenesisLoader, you can effortlessly create and customize your own indie-like releases for the Sega Dreamcast console.
Whether you're an experienced developer or new to homebrew, this loader will simplify the process and bring your gaming ideas to life!

Link : https://mega.nz/file/byp2gYRZ#8JpZWVixLKoIgm7-FMFaJ-wj8EnMpf_IDZGfqu5ngwc

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Leaker claims SEGA bringing back Altered Beast and the Gunstar Heroes franchises

Video game leaker, Shpeshal Nick, has said on the latest edition of the Xbox Era podcast that SEGA is planning to bring back a couple of older beloved franchises.
Speaking on the podcast he claimed that SEGA is planning to bring back both the Altered Beast series and the Gunstar Heroes franchise, both of which were on  ...

Article : https://mynintendonews.com/2023/07/23/leaker-claims-sega-bringing-back-altered-beast-and-the-gunstar-heroes-franchises/

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Valis III Fan Art by DanmakumanG



Source : https://twitter.com/DanmakumanG/status/1435361466526224386

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Valis: The Fantasm Soldier Collection III announced for Switch

The third collection will include the following five titles:

The Fantasm Soldier Valis (December 1986, PC-8801, mkIISR)
The Fantasm Soldier Valis (August 1987, Famicom)
Valis: The Fantasm Soldier (July 1989, MSX2)
Valis III (March 1991, Mega Drive)
Super Valis IV (March 1992, Super Famicom)

 A Makuake campaign seeking five million yen (approx. USD $35,350) in funding is currently ...

Article : https://gematsu.com/2023/07/valis-the-fantasm-soldier-collection-iii-announced-for-switch

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Arcade Archives GROWL - Gameplay Trailer

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

"GROWL" is an action game released by TAITO in 1990.
Choose one of the four rangers to control and save the animals from the evil poachers.
Use weapons you can pick up along the way, such as swords, guns, and rocket launchers, as well as a variety of techniques that you can perform by combining buttons to defeat the poachers.

The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces.
Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores.
Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

Link : http://hamster.co.jp/american_hamster/arcadearchives/index.htm

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SEGA Genesis Classics is now 70% off on US Playstation Store!
Offer ends August 03, 2023 01:59 PM GMT+7

Including over 50 titles across all genres, from all-time classics like Sonic and Streets of Rage 2 to deep RPGs like the Phantasy Star series arcade action, shooters, beat’m ups, puzzlers, old favourites and hidden gems. There is a classic title for every player to enjoy!

New features also bring modern convenience to the classics. Save your game at any time, rewind those slip-ups, or customise your controls. Earn bragging rights with online multiplayer and achievements.

The largest collection of retro classics on console in one great package!

Link :  https://store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UP0177-CUSA10828_00-SEGAGENESISCLSCS