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

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Ecco the Dolphin: Complete compilation announced – Features all versions of the first two games!
You can seamlessly travel between the 8-bit, 16-bit, 32-bit, and 64-bit eras without leaving the stage.

Made by the People Who Made Ecco

Ecco the Dolphin: Complete is built by original members of the Ecco development team, reunited after more than 30 years, and includes original creator Ed Annunziata along with members of the original composition, art, and programming teams. No one else can make this game. The people who created Ecco’s world, its music, its atmosphere, and its mysteries are the ones bringing it forward. This is not an outside studio’s interpretation. This is Ecco as it was always meant to be—realized by the minds that dreamed it into existence.

Every Version. Every Era. Every Ocean.

The package includes ... ...

Article : https://segabits.com/blog/2026/04/22/ecco-the-dolphin-complete-compilation-announced-features-all-versions-of-the-first-two-games/

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Ecco the Dolphin: Complete compilation announced – Features all versions of the first two games!
You can seamlessly travel between the 8-bit, 16-bit, 32-bit, and 64-bit eras without leaving the stage.









Article : https://segabits.com/blog/2026/04/22/ecco-the-dolphin-complete-compilation-announced-features-all-versions-of-the-first-two-games/

Hm... why not just have a new definitive version of the game for modern etc? A DX version.

I mean, the developers coming together after 30 years just for the same games I can get on an emulator...

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Hm... why not just have a new definitive version of the game for modern etc? A DX version.

I mean, the developers coming together after 30 years just for the same games I can get on an emulator...

It will have a definitive version (labelled as 64-bit era).
You can see the screenshot here or here in the article if the image link doesn't work).
In this game we could switch from 8-bit, 16-bit, 32-bit, and 64-bit era.
Just like Wonder Boy: Dragon Trap or Alex Kidd DX where we could switch from 8-Bit to Modern era.
It's a remake like them with tributes to the classics, not just rom being puts in an emulator.

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It will have a definitive version (labelled as 64-bit era).
You can see the screenshot here or here in the article if the image link doesn't work).
In this game we could switch from 8-bit, 16-bit, 32-bit, and 64-bit era.
Just like Wonder Boy: Dragon Trap or Alex Kidd DX where we could switch from 8-Bit to Modern era.
It's a remake like them with tributes to the classics, not just rom being puts in an emulator.

Aaah I get it now. The 64-bit version is the new version. I'm willing to buy if it's on Steam.

I mostly play use emulators for games that are no longer on the market. I only played a bit of ECCO, but willing to delete my 32X rom of it if this new ECCO remake will be on Steam.

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Aaah I get it now. The 64-bit version is the new version. I'm willing to buy if it's on Steam.

I mostly play use emulators for games that are no longer on the market. I only played a bit of ECCO, but willing to delete my 32X rom of it if this new ECCO remake will be on Steam.

So far no announcement what consoles it'd be released on but pretty sure Steam will be included.

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SEGA Talk #184: Batman Forever (1995)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=onheIGIL25c

On this episode of SEGA Talk, we slide down into the bat cave to talk about Batman Forever for the SEGA Genesis! Who was behind this two faced title? Did Mortal Kombat gameplay translate to a beat em up platformer? What are our thoughts on the movie it was based on? If answers you seek, then don’t delay… Unravel the clues on SEGA Talk today!

Article: https://segabits.com/blog/2026/04/24/sega-talk-184-batman-forever-1995/

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SEGA UNIVERSE | "NO OLD, STAY GOLD" Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t1OXuMg5PWk

SEGA has launched a brand-new initiative project called “SEGA Universe“ to celebrate anniversaries of certain legacy IPs with new various projects down the line such as Fantasy Zone, Streets of Rage, NiGHTS into Dreams, Sakura Wars and many more. SEGA Universe is a project based on the concept of “NO OLD, STAY GOLD” that are still loved by fans. SEGA plans to focus on titles that will celebrate their anniversary in 2026 and will develop an anniversary project and deliver ...

Article : https://segabits.com/blog/2026/04/24/sega-launches-sega-universe-to-spotlight-legacy-ips-and-anniversaries-through-various-projects/

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So far no announcement what consoles it'd be released on but pretty sure Steam will be included.

That's good.

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SEGA News Bits Live: What the HECK is SEGA Universe?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2tOdlslsR0

On this SEGA News Bits Live we pay a visit to the computer killing SEGA Universe website and see what the new initiative is all about! Also, new Ecco, Stranger Than Heaven sneak peeks and Nagoshi needs a Kickstarter!

Article : https://segabits.com/blog/2026/05/01/sega-news-bits-live-what-the-heck-is-sega-universe/

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LEGO & SEGA Releasing SEGA Genesis Console on June 1 🎮

“Like many others from my generation, I still vividly remember when the SEGA Mega Drive launched – it felt completely out of this world,” said Patrik, Designer at the LEGO Group. “27 years later the love for the console is still going strong – I still play mine! Recreating the intricate details and curves of the console with LEGO elements was an enjoyable challenge, despite its difficulty.”
“We feel that this is a building experience that captures both SEGA’s heritage of gaming and the playful creativity of LEGO play,” said Alex Gomez, VP, Licensing & Partnerships of SEGA of America, Inc. “The SEGA Genesis holds a special place in the hearts of gamers and represents a defining era in video game history. With this new LEGO set, fans are not only able to ...”

Article : https://segabits.com/blog/2026/05/01/lego-sega-releasing-sega-genesis-console-on-june-1/

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Fatal Fury comic by Tadashi Itou, from a 1995 Comic Gamest compilation.



Source: https://x.com/ItsFantasticAC/status/2048418069974798739

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Streets of Rage 4 is free on Epic Games Store Mobile!
Offer ends on May 07, 2026.

Team up with iconic and brand-new characters!
Streets of Rage 4 got its iconic characters back: Axel, Blaze, and Adam teaming up with new brother and sister in arms Floyd Iraia and Cherry Hunter. With some brand-new moves and kickass tracks to take a listen, our heroes are ready to dish out beatdowns to a fledgling group of ill-advised criminals in full force.

iOS https://buff.ly/qN3RpcB
Android https://buff.ly/k1n82AE

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SamSoft's Wonder Boy-inspired "Miracle Boy in Dragon Land" for Atari ST is now available to download for 15.00€







https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPxDA9-CP_M

The game was developed for the Atari 1040STf/STE using 68000 assembler, and, outside of some AI-looking artwork in the introduction sequence, it's very impressive. A physical version was made available a while back, but it is now completely sold out.
You can download a demo here before parting with your cash. This grants access to ...

Article: https://www.timeextension.com/news/2026/05/miracle-boy-is-an-atari-st-masterpiece-you-can-download-now
Link : https://samsoft.itch.io/miracle-boy-in-dragon-land

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Top Racer Collection is now 15% off on Steam!
Sale ends May 15, 2026







https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y92aG3YagXU

Top Racer (a.k.a Top Gear) Collection brings back the ’90s classic in an amazing package, gathering three iconic games from the renowned racing franchise. With online features, step on the gas pedal and experience the nostalgic blend of action and addictive gameplay!
Top Racer Collection features classic titles like Top Racer, Top Racer 2, and Top Racer 3000.

Link : https://store.steampowered.com/app/2214000/Top_Racer_Collection/

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Mortal Kombat movie producer says the studio "didn't know what it had" with the first movie"

"Quite frankly, in the first movie, the studio didn't know what they had," Garner said in a candid admission during a virtual press conference attended by GamesRadar+ of the 2021 original. "So we were in that fighting pit for like 75% of the movie, just because of the budget."
As you may recall, the first Mortal Kombat certainly brought the guts and gore the series is known for, but situated most of the fights in bland, rocky environments – a far cry from the rich, varied stages on consoles.
For Mortal Kombat 2, however, the mission statement was clear. As Garner explains, "This time, we ..."

Article : https://www.gamesradar.com/entertainment/action-movies/mortal-kombat-producer-says-the-studio-didnt-know-what-it-had-with-the-first-movie-which-is-why-we-were-in-that-fighting-pit-75-percent-of-the-time/