List of 2026 Homebrew Games on SEGA Console (Genesis, Dreamcast, SMS, etc)

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LIST OF 2026 GAMES ON SEGA CONSOLE

Where to get them (for physical) and download page (for ROM/ISO) on second post.

SEGA GENESIS / MEGADRIVE

January 04, 2026 - Gemesis *




January 09, 2026 - Zyg *




January 12, 2026 - Murph's Gemsplosion: Controlled Detonation *




January 17, 2026 - Pop'n Wizz *




TBA 2026 - Earthion




March 2026 - Heavy Recoil




April 2026 - Vixen 357 (Official English version)




TBA 2026 - Shadow Gangs Zero




August 2026 - CopperStorm




TBA 2026 - Unicorps




TBA 2026 - Wallop The Wallaby




TBA 2026 - Martian Attack




TBA 2026 - Pixel Pizza




TBA 2026 - Finders Keepers




TBA 2026 - The Earth Defend




TBA 2026 - Adventurous Boy




TBA 2026 - PDA / Le Prince de l'Arcade




TBA 2026 - Dynofenders vs The Metal Champions




TBA 2026 - Tom Clown
TBA 2026 - Summit City Showdown
TBA 2026 - Zibblets
TBA 2026 - Summit City Beat
TBA 2026 - Bubble Punk
TBA 2026 - Delicioso
TBA 2026 - Goofy Game-O-Rama
TBA 2026 - Ghost Hunter




TBA 2026 - Tough Guy Fighting Spirits




TBA 2026 - Phantom Gear




TBA 2026 - Black Jewel Reborn




TBA 2026 - Irena: Genesis Metal Fury





TBA 2026 - Kirito The Game




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SEGA SATURN

January 06, 2026 - Vigilant Paradise *




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SEGA MASTER SYSTEM

TBA 2026 - Castlevania *




Q4 2026 - Afterschool Adventurers Club *




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SEGA GAME GEAR

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SEGA DREAMCAST

TBA 2026 - Shadow Gangs Zero




TBA 2026 - HarleQuest!




November 2026 - Bang Bang Busters 2




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Note :
* ROM / ISO only, no physical cartridges / CDs.

Here are links of a list for other new SEGA homebrew games
separated by years those games being finished :

2006-2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023  2024 2025 WIP/TBA

If anyone knows more games that aren't on the list that coming up on 2026, please comment. I'll update it.   

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WHERE TO GET THEM (FOR PHYSICAL)
/ DOWNLOAD PAGE (FOR ROM/ISO) :

SEGA GENESIS / MEGADRIVE

Black Jewel Reborn (DEMO) : https://pscdgames.itch.io/black-jewel-reborn
Black Jewel Reborn (Kickstarter) : https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/evildragon/black-jewel-reborn
CopperStorm (Kickstarter) : https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/neofid-studios/copperstorm/ 
CopperStorm : https://neofid-studios.com/collections/copperstorm
Earthion : https://earthiongame.com
Gemesis : https://noutstew.itch.io/gemesis
Heavy Recoil : https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/835242565/heavy-recoil 
Murph's Gemsplosion: Controlled Detonation : https://psyopsstudio.itch.io/murphs-gemsplosion
Kirito The Game : https://www.kiritothegame.com/
Kirito The Game (DEMO) : Google Drive
Kirito The Game (Kickstarter) : https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/kiritothegame/kirito-the-game-0
Phantom Gear (DEMO) : https://bitsrulegames.itch.io/phantom-gear-demo
Phantom Gear (Kickstarter) : https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/megacatstudios/phantom-gear-for-the-sega-genesis-mega-drive
Pop'n Wizz : https://format-c.itch.io/popn-wizz
Shadow Gangs Zero : https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jkmcorp/shadow-gangs-zero



SEGA SATURN

Vigilant Paradise : https://playnautic.itch.io/vigilant-paradise

GAME GEAR

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SEGA MASTER SYSTEM

Afterschool Adventurers Club : https://raphnet.itch.io/afterschool-adventurers-club
Castlevania : https://www.smspower.org/forums/19386-SMSCastlevaniaHomebrew?start=100



SEGA DREAMCAST

Bang Bang Busters 2 : https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pixelheart/bang-bang-busters-2/
HarleQuest! : https://segabits.com/blog/2023/04/03/new-3d-dreamcast-dungeon-crawler-harlequest-now-on-kickstarter/
HarleQuest! (DEMO) : https://github.com/kilgariff/harlequest-builds/releases/tag/harlequest-demo-4
HarleQuest! (Interview) : https://segabits.com/blog/2023/04/25/special-interview-with-ross-kilgariff-the-creator-of-harlequest/
Shadow Gangs Zero : https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jkmcorp/shadow-gangs-zero

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Added Earthion for SEGA Genesis/Mega Drive

As Yuzo Koshiro promised to release the game on physical Mega Drive cartridges, Ancient signed with both SUPERDELUXE GAMES and Limited Run Games for physical distribution in Japan and North America.
Limited Run Games later suggested that these physical releases on modern platforms are a work in progress.
During gamescom latam 2025, Yuzo Koshiro and Limited Run Games confirmed that Earthion is receiving a localization in Portuguese and will be sold in Brazil.
It was later confirmed on the official website that Clear River Games would be in charge of publishing duties for Europe.

Link: https://segaretro.org/Earthion
Review of PC (Steam) version: https://segabits.com/blog/2025/09/26/review-earthion-ancient/

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Added Bang Bang Busters 2 for SEGA Dreamcast
A Sequel of 'Bang Bang Busters' (Neo Geo, SEGA Dreamcast)

Pixelheart have already prepared a demo of Bang² Busters 2 for you to download and try. The demo is only of the Neo-Geo version, so it requires that you play it in a Neo-Geo emulator or on an original Neo-Geo AES console or MVS arcade system. Still, it’ll be great to get a feel for how the game plays and to see if you like it. Pixelheart is also open to feedback from the demo to help them finetune the game perfectly, so don’t be afraid to give them your thoughts after trying the demo.
All the Kickstarter pledges entitle you to a digital certificate, some wallpaper images for your desktop or mobile devices, and a digital game key for Steam or Nintendo Switch. Getting just those will only cost you $14 USD. A Dreamcast copy is the next priciest option at $41 for either a North American or Japanese copy of the game, while a European copy for PAL Dreamcast systems costs you $58 (or €50). All Dreamcast versions are region free, however, so it doesn’t matter what Dreamcast console you own as long as it is MIL-CD compatible. The regional differences are ...

Article: https://segabits.com/blog/2025/11/07/kickstarter-launched-for-bang%c2%b2-busters-2-a-neo-geo-game-sequel-for-dreamcast-and-neo-geo/
Kickstarter link: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pixelheart/bang-bang-busters-2/

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Added CopperStorm for SEGA Genesis/Mega Drive since the game is planned to be released in August 2026

Neofid Studios: "The CopperStorm Kickstarter is over!
Thanks to your incredible support, we smashed through the 175k€ goal for the Neo Geo 2-player mode, and finished strong at 182k€!💥
This is the biggest Kickstarter campaign we have ever run, and we are incredibly grateful for your trust. We’ll do our very best to deliver a truly great game!

If you missed the campaign, you can still pre-order CopperStorm here👉 https://neofid-studios.com/collections/copperstorm
For a few days, CopperStorm will be at the same price as the Kickstarter version!

Thank you so much for being part of this journey, and stay tuned, we’ll be back soon with some exciting Demons of Asteborg DX news!"

Links : https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/neofid-studios/copperstorm/ and https://neofid-studios.com/collections/copperstorm
Source: https://x.com/DAsteborg/status/1957382933561385001

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Added Heavy Recoil for SEGA Genesis/Mega Drive since the game is planned to be released in March 2026







https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fZMBgqJH-lg

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jqIFcMzDJQ

Mikael Tillander: "After the successful Kickstarters of Tänzer for the SEGA MegaDrive/Genesis and Twin Tiger Shark: Not the SAME! for the arcades as a JAMMA PCB, I'm now launching one for Heavy Recoil for the SEGA Mega Drive/Genesis.
The Game
Heavy Recoil is a run and gun platformer with heavy emphasis on action. Inspiration has mainly been drawn from the arcade versions of Green Beret/Rush'n Attack, GunForce, Psycho-Nics Oscar, Missing in Action, and Super Contra.
We chose to save the grenades for later, for some reason.
Containers gets lifted, probably nothing to worry about.
It will feature 16 stages, accessible through a world map. Although the game is mostly linear there are some choices that can be made. At the moment of writing there are currently 15 playable stages and 12 of the bosses are in place."

Link : https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/835242565/heavy-recoil
Source: https://x.com/mix256/media

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Added Shadow Gangs Zero for SEGA Genesis/Mega Drive and SEGA Dreamcast since the game is planned to be released in March 2026











https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SsTmDvjaSU8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vk7FV2SPfug

Shadow Gangs Zero Kickstarter finished at an amazing 231%!
Huge thanks to everyone who supported. 
Late pledges are now open to help us push for the co-op stretch goal and beyond!
Follow for updates and let’s keep the ball rolling!

Link : https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jkmcorp/shadow-gangs-zero/
Source : https://x.com/ShadowGangs/status/1835049555139654053

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Bang Bang Busters 2 (SEGA Dreamcast, Neo Geo, etc) Kickstarter - Composer Introduction: Stef Sirrah!
4 Days to Go!

Pixel Heart:

"Thrilled to announce Stef Sirrah as the composer for Bang² Busters 2! 🎶

Retro synths, funky rhythms, and electric melodies bring Lazy & Refia’s world to life. 🔥

The OST will be available in digital + CD formats, exclusively on Kickstarter! 🌟"

Back the game here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pixelheart/bang-bang-busters-2
Source: https://x.com/PixelHeart_eu/status/1991913314222297479

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CopperStorm (SEGA Genesis/Mega Drive, Neo Geo) - First look at the run ’n’ gun sequences (W.I.P)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oj61tj93R-I

Here’s the first run ’n’ gun sequence from CopperStorm!
More than just a shmup, CopperStorm is the adventure of Jim Cooper, in the air or on the ground.

Jim can scavenge weapons on the battlefield to boost his firepower!
Unleash destruction with a shotgun, a machine gun, a Tesla coil gun, or the mighty Storm Gun!
Be careful, they have limited ammo and you lose them on death!

Source: https://x.com/DAsteborg/status/1955630420957266176

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Bang Bang Busters 2 (SEGA Dreamcast, Neo Geo, etc) Kickstarter - Keyart Artist Introduction: Alexis Tallone!
3 Days to Go!

Pixel Heart:

"We’re proud to announce that the key art for Bang² Busters 2 has been created by Alexis Tallone, a renowned French illustrator best known for his iconic work on Captain Future (Capitaine Flam). 

With a style deeply rooted in 80s and 90s anime, Alexis has built a strong reputation among retro pop-culture fans worldwide. His dynamic line work and vibrant compositions have led him to collaborate with publishers, collectible brands, and indie game studios alike. 

His unique ability to blend nostalgic flair with bold visual energy made him the perfect choice to bring the world of Bang² Busters 2 to life.  Our Kickstarter campaign is still live, so feel free to check it out. 🌟"

Back the game here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pixelheart/bang-bang-busters-2
Source: https://x.com/PixelHeart_eu/status/1992518486933799087

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What's new from Neofid Studios (November 2025) Video!

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

You'll find all the latest news in this video.
Including CopperStorm for SEGA Genesis/Mega Drive and Neo Geo.

Official website: https://neofid-studios.com/

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Bang Bang Busters 2 (SEGA Dreamcast, Neo Geo, etc) Kickstarter - First Stretch Goal Reached!
2 Days to Go!

Pixel Heart:

"Your passion and trust make this adventure possible. Every contribution brings us closer to delivering the ultimate retro arcade experience, and this milestone is proof of the strength of our community.
But the journey doesn’t stop here! 🚀
The campaign continues, and the race is now on to unlock the next stretch goals.
Stay tuned for more surprises, and let’s keep this cosmic energy going!
Thank you again for being part of this journey. Together, we’re making history one pixel at a time ..."

Back the game here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pixelheart/bang-bang-busters-2
Source: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pixelheart/bang-bang-busters-2/posts/4527128

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Bang Bang Busters 2 (SEGA Dreamcast, Neo Geo, etc) Kickstarter project successfully funded on December 1st, but you can still Late Pledge for available rewards.

Pixel Heart:

"🌟 THE GATE REOPENS! 🌟

Bang² Busters 2 Late Pledge is live Dec 1–10. 🚀

-Tiers: +10%
-Add-ons: same price

Join the adventure! 🔥"

Back the game here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pixelheart/bang-bang-busters-2
Source: https://x.com/PixelHeart_eu/status/1995522032289906773

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Added VIXEN 357 (Official English version) for SEGA Genesis/Mega Drive

💥BIG NEWS!
VIXEN 357 hits the West for the first time ‼️
The Mega Drive tactical RPG returns in an exclusive English physical edition from Shinyuden
SHIPPING WILL START ON APRIL 2026!

Now available for pre-order!👇
https://vixen.shinyuden.com/english

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Added HarleQuest! for SEGA Dreamcast since the game's delayed from 2025 to 2026 (no exact release date yet)

This is a long update, so here are the headlines in case you're in a hurry:

- HarleQuest! is unfortunately delayed and will not ship this year.
- We aren't committing to an updated ship date yet until we're confident we can hit it.
- We have the means to continue development as I'm able to keep funding the project myself.
- There are still some Kickstarter funds left - these are earmarked for specific things.

Kickstarter Updates details : ...

Source: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ross-codes/harlequest-a-new-3d-dungeon-crawler-for-the-sega-dreamcast/posts/4231003