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Golden Axe arcade game now ported to SNK’s Neo-Geo

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The arcade version of Golden Axe (1989) has now been ported to the Neo-Geo family of systems by h0ffman. This comes a couple of weeks after their homemade port of the arcade version of Shinobi (1988) to Neo-Geo, and the Golden Axe port was handled in much the same way. Now that their Golden Axe port is completed, it is now available to download for free from their itch.io page and ready to run on Neo-Geo AES, MVS, and CD hardware.

Unlike with their Shinobi port, they’ve added some extra special features to this new Neo-Geo port. You’ll find more information, along with a download link, right past the break.

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Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Demo Available Now On PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Steam

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During yesterday’s PlayStation State of Play, SEGA and Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio announced a demo for the highly anticipated Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Steam, and it’s now available to play!

Players eager to get a taste of the action in the over-the-top, modern-day pirate adventure as ex-yakuza Goro Majima can access the demo and enjoy it for as long as they like. In the demo they’re able to explore a slice of the massive Honolulu map and kick arrrss with Majima’s Sea Dog & Mad Dog fighting styles, then head to the secret criminal haven of Madlantis to test their might in real-time ship & deck battles in the Pirates’ Coliseum naval arena.

Immerse yourself in thrilling action with furious combat and get a peek at some of the content available in the full game that also includes open-sea adventure, ship customization, crew building, an epic story and more!

Pre-Order on Amazon

Standard Edition: PlayStation 4 | PlayStation 5 | Xbox Series X

Collector’s Edition: PlayStation 5 | Xbox Series X

Windows & PC: Steam

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SEGA News Bits Live: Sonic CrossWorlds REVEALED + Shinobi RETURNS

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Sony’s State of Play brought us tons of new information on Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds as well as a full reveal of the new Shinobi game, subtitled Art of Vengeance! Let’s take a look at both trailers and discuss additional details on this SEGA News Bits Live!

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Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Announce Trailer Revealed With Gameplay!

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Sonic and friends are back for another amazing racing event across land, sea, air, space, and time in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds! As seen in the announced gameplay trailer, warp through Travel Rings into new dimensions where something new awaits around every twist and turn. Speed to victory solo or as a team in a variety of offline and online modes and compete against players from around the world.

Build the ultimate machine to match your racing style, unlock gadgets to gain the upper hand, and unleash power-up items for the win! Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds also offers the largest roster of characters in any Sonic racing game, as well as a wide variety of customizable vehicles. Sonic Racing CrossWorlds will be soon available for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X and S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

 

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SEGA Announces SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance; Releases on August 29, 2025

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Joe Musashi returns in the latest entry to the Shinobi series after a long hiatus with SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance, which was announced recently on Playstation’s State of Play. The game is being developed by Lizardcube, the talent behind Streets of Rage 4. Play as Joe Musashi in a new 2D action platformer that marks the return of the iconic SHINOBI franchise.

SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance follows longtime series protagonist and master of the ninja arts, Joe Musashi, who arrives home from a previous adventure to find his village burned to the ground and his clan turned into stone. Driven by vengeance, Joe sets off on an epic quest, battling hordes of enemies and larger-than-life bosses across stunning hand-drawn worlds. Shinobi: Art of Vengeance will be available for PS5/4, Xbox Series X|S/One, & Steam. Nintendo Switch and physical soon on August 29.

Pre-order now to receive a 10% discount and bonuses along with the Digital Deluxe Edition – includes the Ghost Outfit, 3 days early access, and more.

Hit the jump for more details on key features and the Digital Deluxe Edition.

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New mid-range Genesis/Mega-Drive flashcart, the Mega Everdrive Core, launches from Everdrive creator Krikzz

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The ever-so-busy creator of the Everdrive line of flash cartridges for various retro systems, Krikzz, has debuted his newest edition to the Mega Everdrive lineup for Genesis/Mega-Drive hardware: The Mega Everdrive Core. This new mid-range flash cartridge, in terms of functionality, sits between his most feature rich option: the Mega Everdrive Pro, and the next best option: the Mega Everdrive X5. (Not to mention a much bigger step up from the next newest edition to the Mega Everdrive family, the OpenED)

Like any flash cartridge, this allows you to run digitized Genesis game roms on original Genesis consoles, as well as certain clones. The Mega Everdrive Core can also run Master System and 32X game roms on Genesis systems as well. (Provided you’re using a system compatible with Master System games in the former case or have an original 32X equipped in the latter case.) It also has support for the Genesis version of Virtua Racing too, unlike the OpenED. The most important difference between this and the Pro model is that it cannot run Sega CD games, the modern classic Genesis RPG Pier Solar (2010), or games patched with MSU-MD support.

After the break, you can expect a handy chart detailing the differences between the Core and the Pro and X5 models, as well as a link to order directly from Krikzz’s Everdrive store.

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New Genesis/Mega-Drive shooter ZPF now available for pre-order

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Remember the new hit indie Genesis/Mega-Drive shooter ZPF, which succeeded in its Kickstarter campaign to fund development in July of last year? The game is still in development as of this writing, but pre-orders have now opened up to the public on Backerkit (In December 2024, but hey, they’re still available right now, at least). Even if you didn’t back the Kickstarter, you now have a chance to get your order in and be assured to receive your copy of the game as soon as it’s available. If you did back the Kickstarter, you can take this opportunity to order any items that weren’t included with your pledge that you may want.

From Backerkit, you can order new exclusive Complete-In-Box packages, collector’s edition sets, and other goods such as an artbook or a vinyl or CD soundtrack. You can also order copies of the developer’s previous game Tanzer or the other recent new indie Genesis game Rocket Panda, if you feel like having an extra game with ZPF. These two games are available for $45 USD, while ZPF is available as a $50 cartridge-only package, a $60 CIB set, and a $150 collector’s edition complete with unique cartridge design.

For a link to the pre-order page, and details on other goods you can pre-order, have a look after the break.

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SONIC WEEKLY: Dave Schilling joins for Episode 99!

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Writer/producer/star Dave Schilling joins Team Sonic Weekly to discuss what makes Sonic so long-lasting for generations, and why “Team Sonic” works as a concept.

Listen above or on any podcast service of choice – search SONIC WEEKLY.

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Limited Run Games opens up pre-orders for new English printings of Earnest Evans and Annet Returns for the first time until March 9th

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Here’s a retro reprint that you do not see often. Limited Run Games have opened up pre-orders for the first ever English versions of Earnest Evans and Annet Returns for Sega CD. Both games released exclusively in Japan on that platform (Though a Genesis version of Earnest Evans had been made exclusively for North America) and have had their animated cutscenes finally dubbed in English for the first time, exclusively in this release. LRG has also begun pre-orders for reprints of the Genesis cartridge version of Earnest Evans at the same time. Each of these games can be purchased separately or altogether in a special collector’s edition bundle. Pre-orders are currently open right now until March 9th, 2025.

For a brief synopsis on each game, pre-order links, and a bit of a warning for buyers, check in after the break for more.

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SEGA Talk #157: Sonic and the Black Knight (2009)

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On this SEGA Talk, Barry and George throw on some armor and grab some talking swords as they waggle their way through the second Storybook Wii exclusive Sonic and the Black Knight! How does this game compare to Secret Rings? What connections does the game have with Sonic Adventure 2? Is it worth a revisit? Find out on this sword swinging episode of SEGA Talk!

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Samoa Joe Stars in New Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Story Trailer

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Ahoy SEGAbits visitors! SEGA has launched a new story trailer for the highly anticipated Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii featuring Pirate King Raymond Law, played by AEW professional wrestler Samoa Joe.

In the trailer, the Pirate King gives viewers a glimpse into the adventure that awaits Majima and crew, and hints at stories untold – and adventures that will unfold.

Check out the rest of the amazing English VO cast’s performance when the VO patch drops at launch. Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii releases February 21st, 2025 and is available to pre-order for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows and PC (Steam).

Fans who pre-order the game can add Ichiban Kasuga and Nancy to their crew plus the ability to have Majima change into two of Ichiban Kasuga’s iconic outfits.

Pre-Order on Amazon

Standard Edition: PlayStation 4 | PlayStation 5 | Xbox Series X

Collector’s Edition: PlayStation 5 | Xbox Series X

Windows & PC: Steam

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SONIC WEEKLY: Listener Mailbag – This or That?

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This week, Team Sonic Weekly digs into the listener mailbag to prompt a discussion about which Sonic pixel art sprites each host prefers, which leads into a chat about Genesis and Dreamcast box art styles. We also check the latest new news and also the latest old news!

Check out the video above, or download SONIC WEEKLY on your podcast service of choice.

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The Crewmate from Among Us Joins Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble as DLC & New Features Via Free 2.10 Update

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Just when you thought the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles was going to appear in a Super Monkey Ball game, SEGA surprisingly announced that the Crewmate from Among Us is now available as a paid DLC character ($4.99) for Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble through the Nintendo eShop with bananas turning into pizza slices as players channel their inner Imposter in various stages and game modes.

Plus, a free new 2.10 update for the game is now live, adding a new stage for the “BA-BOOM!” battle mode, new customization options, and more, all at no added cost! The update includes:

• BA-BOOM Battle Mode Receives a New Stage – Players can continue the explosive game of tag through a new stage, Scattered Stones.
• Battle Season Looping System – Online seasonal rewards will now repeat, starting from the game’s launch, so those who missed out on any items have another chance to pick them up!
• Additional Customization – Fes, Tee, Val, Easel, and Dr. Badboon’s monkey ball and effects can now be adjusted.

Check out Super Monkey Ball: Banana Rumble now available on Nintendo Switch!

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