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NewsSamurai Spirits RPG Saturn Hack Unlocks PlayStation Bonus ContentA new Sega Saturn patch for Samurai Spirits RPG unlocks bonus material previously associated with the PlayStation version, highlighting the archival value of old version differences.The VaultAlex Kidd in Miracle WorldAlex Kidd in Miracle World launched with the Sega Master System II baked directly into the BIOS, making it the default boot game for millions of kids who…The VaultWonder Boy III: The Dragon’s TrapWonder Boy III: The Dragon's Trap is an action-platformer developed by Westone Bit Entertainment and published by Sega for the Sega Master System in 1989. Players begin the…ReviewR-TypeThe SMS port of R-Type pushes the hardware to its limits with vibrant colors; despite slowdown, it remains one of the best shooters of the 8-bit era.The VaultR-TypeR-Type is a seminal horizontally scrolling shoot 'em up originally released in arcades by Irem in 1987. Ported to the Sega Master System in 1988, the game tasks…ReviewKenseidenKenseiden brings the Castlevania vibe to feudal Japan with stellar graphics and crushing difficulty, but stiff controls hold it back.The VaultKenseidenKenseiden is a side-scrolling action platformer released by Sega for the Master System in 1989. Set in feudal Japan, the game puts you in the sandals of Hayato,…ReviewAlex Kidd in Miracle WorldSega's bizarre Mario competitor replaces jumping with punching and features Rock-Paper-Scissors boss fights.ReviewWonder Boy III: The Dragon’s TrapA genre-defining 1989 classic with brilliant animal transformations and vibrant colors, despite a frustrating password system.NewsThe House of the Dead 2: Remake Infect’Edition Shambles Onto PS5 and Xbox SeriesMicroids and Forever Entertainment just dropped The House of the Dead 2: Remake in a limited physical “Infect’Edition” for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, and yeah, the tagline…NewsHideki Sato Passes Away at 77Hideki Sato, the engineer behind Sega’s most iconic consoles, passed away on February 13, 2026 at the age of 77. For many gamers, that’s a headline about hardware…NewsArcade1Up Returns With Pac Man and Sonic for Fall 2026Arcade1Up is officially back under Basic Fun!, and the first Fall 2026 lineup is going straight for retro fans. Leading the charge are new Pac Man and Ms.…NewsTop 5 Best Sega Genesis Games of All TimeWhen it comes to the Sega Genesis, few consoles have a library that hits this hard. From high-speed platformers to gritty brawlers, the Genesis delivered unforgettable experiences that…NewsThis Week’s UK Game Sales Chart: Nintendo Climbs, Sonic and Just Dance Make MovesThe latest GfK Entertainment Software Charts show little change at the top, but further down, there’s plenty of action! EA SPORTS FC 25, Call of Duty: Black Ops…NewsHell Yeah! Wrath of the Dead Rabbit Release Date SetSEGA dates the manic action-platformer Hell Yeah! Wrath of the Dead Rabbit for late September on PSN and XBLA, with PC and Europe following October 3rd.NewsJet Set Radio Skates onto iOS and Android This SummerSEGA brings its HD revival of Dreamcast classic Jet Set Radio to iOS and Android this summer, on top of the XBLA, PSN, Vita and PC versions.NewsPhantasy Star Online 2 Coming to North America and EuropeSEGA confirms its free-to-play action MMORPG Phantasy Star Online 2 is coming to North America and Europe in 2013, a decade after the Dreamcast original.NewsNiGHTS into Dreams Returns With Screenshots and a TrailerSEGA announces an HD remake of the Sega Saturn classic NiGHTS into Dreams for Xbox Live Arcade, PSN and PC this fall, with new screenshots and a trailer.NewsTotal War: Rome II Coming in 2013SEGA and The Creative Assembly announce Total War: Rome II for PC in 2013, returning the grand-strategy series to ancient Rome.NewsJet Set Radio Re-Release Gets Its Full Track ListSEGA confirms the Jet Set Radio re-release keeps the full worldwide soundtrack, preserving the genre-blending music that defined the Dreamcast classic.NewsAliens: Colonial Marines Pushed Back to February 2013Gearbox and SEGA have pushed Aliens: Colonial Marines from Fall 2012 to February 12, 2013, buying more time on the high-profile Aliens licence.NewsSEGA Announces Mega Drive Classics Collection 5 for PCSEGA announces the Mega Drive Classics Collection 5 for PC, another batch of golden-era Mega Drive games with modern in-game saves.NewsWebGameZone.com Officially OpenedWebGameZone.com Officially Opened is today's business-side update, the sort of suit-and-spreadsheet news that still decides what games actually reach players.NewsSega Dreamcast Showcased At Disney Epcot CenterSega Dreamcast Showcased At Disney Epcot Center: Sega of America today announced a two year commitment to be an exhibitor at Innoventions at Epcot, an interactive showcase...