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

[Berto]

Shinobi x Brian Rood Collaboration Announced at San Diego Comic-Con

SEGA: "Excited to announce our collaboration with renowned artist Brian Rood, bringing a fresh take on Classic SEGA Shinobi!
Celebrate the nostalgia and artistry of the series at San Diego Comic-Con.
Visit booth #1929 to see Brian's work in person!"

Source: https://x.com/SEGA/status/1948492528438612270

[Mystic Monkey]

At least it's a start, so when they're ready to make use of its advantage we'll also be ready.

Until then, I'll wait it out until Sega Account services flesh itself out more.
I don't have a Nintendo account, but I assume you can do more with a Nintendo account than what Sega account currently offer.

[Berto]

Until then, I'll wait it out until Sega Account services flesh itself out more.
I don't have a Nintendo account, but I assume you can do more with a Nintendo account than what Sega account currently offer.

Yes, but it's usually only with first party games from Nintendo so I didn't experience much aside from Super Smash Bros Ultimate.

[Berto]

Altered Beast 2 (SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive) Fan Game - Alpha WIP3 Demo is Out Now!







https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t-zuKa870ZY

Fab: "As promised, I'm releasing the "as is" alpha WIP 3 version of Altered Beast 2 MD.
I'm working on several improvements for a future BETA version.
Hope you like it 🙏🙌 "

Source: https://x.com/_fabdigital_/status/1917329448204140851
Download the demo here: https://fabianodigital.itch.io/altered-beast-2-genesis

[Mystic Monkey]

Yes, but it's usually only with first party games from Nintendo so I didn't experience much aside from Super Smash Bros Ultimate.

What do you hope from Sega Accounts in the future?

[Berto]

What do you hope from Sega Accounts in the future?

Nothing for now considering how little their effort to make us interested to have one.
But of course I'd love to be surprised.

[Berto]

"Flashback" is now 90% off in Steam!
Sale ends on August 05, 2025.

In addition to the original 1993 game, this version includes a Modern mode, with :

- Post-FX graphic filters,
- Completely remastered sound and music,
- A brand new "Rewind" function, variable according to the level of difficulty
- Tutorials for those who need a boost!

Link : https://store.steampowered.com/app/961620/Flashback/

[Berto]

Operation Night Strikers launches August 07, 2025
Special Edition includes download code for early access to NIGHT STRIKER GEAR.







Operation Wolf and Night Striker, two milestones of the 80s arcade movement in one action-packed compilation!
Relieve all the high-speed arcade thrills and explosive spills!

Title Lineup

- Operation Wolf (Versions: Arcade, Famicom, NES, SEGA Master System)
- Operation Thunderbolt (Versions: Arcade, SNES)
- Night Striker (Versions: Arcade, Mega CD)
- Space Gun (Versions: Arcade, SEGA Master System)

A physical Special Edition (pictured) will also be available for Switch, which among other bonuses, includes a download code to play ...

Article: https://www.gematsu.com/2025/03/operation-night-strikers-launches-august-7

Operation Night Strikers is coming to Limited Run!

The Assault Edition features iconic games from the arcade era of the 80s, including Operation Wolf, Operation Thunderbolt, Night Striker, and Space Gun.
And that’s not all - this box of goodies also includes a Fanbook, Taito Sound Bullets Soundtrack CD, poster, and more!

Wishlist today! https://buff.ly/indJKbZ

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Earthion - PC (Steam) Version Launch Trailer







https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KBJmYcrMx-4

Yuzo Koshiro: "Earthion is finally out on Steam today!
Thank you so much for your support from the very first teaser to this day.
We poured our hearts into this game, and we hope you enjoy it.
Get ready to fly and fight in Earthion!"

Download now: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3597580/Earthion/
Source: https://x.com/yuzokoshiro/status/1950983548112085264

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Play the SHINOBI Art of Vengeance's free demo now!







https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D164gIK7JkM

Play the free demo now! Experience an enhanced version of the first stage, Oboro Village. Master the way of the shinobi, execute the ninja arts with precision, and journey through a stylized world. Enjoy a thrilling challenge with enhanced ninja abilities, greater enemy variety, unlocked hidden trial and a modified shop system. Once you've conquered the stage, push your skills further by replaying it in Arcade Mode and aim for the highest score. Play for free on PS4/PS5, Xbox, Steam and Nintendo Switch. SHINOBI Art of Vengeance releases August 29

Article: https://segabits.com/blog/2025/07/31/persona-3-reload-yakuza-kiwami-shinobi-art-of-vengeance-free-demo-available-now/

[Berto]

Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection is now available for pre-order on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.

Hear that? In the distance? That’s Scorpion and Sub-Zero running at you, full-force. 💥
Don’t be afraid, embrace the fight with Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection from Digital Eclipse.
Standard Editions will arrive in time for December 12!

Pre-Order Now: https://buff.ly/rt3SSFq

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SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance Players' Reactions + Dev Interview | Japan Expo 2025

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d19wOvlB3vk

We brought SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance to Japan Expo in Paris 🥷
Hear from the developers of the game, as well as impressions from some of the first players!

If you missed out, don’t worry! Play the free demo now: https://bit.ly/ShinobiAOV

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🚀 Earthion Original Soundtrack 🚀

Yuzo Koshiro’s latest masterpiece soundtrack is now on Bandcamp!
Programmed on actual Genesis/MD hardware, Koshiro pushes the 16-bit console to its limit to produce an exhilarating audio experience.

Link: https://bravewave.bandcamp.com/album/earthion-original-soundtrack

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"First Samurai" is now 60% off in Steam!
Sale ends August 12, 2025

The First Samurai by Vivid Image was originally released in September 1991 for the Amiga and Atari ST,and was later ported to the Commodore 64, SNES, and MS-DOS.
The sequel, "The Second Samurai", was developed by Vivid Image and Psygnosis and released exclusively in Europe for the Commodore Amiga in 1993 and for SEGA Mega Drive in 1994.

Link : https://store.steampowered.com/app/1672350/First_Samurai/

[Mystic Monkey]

Nothing for now considering how little their effort to make us interested to have one.
But of course I'd love to be surprised.

I'm hoping for at least some browser games.