Hideki Sato Passes Away at 77

Hideki Sato

Hideki 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 history. For me, it’s personal. Sato was instrumental in the creation of the SG 1000, Sega Master System, Mega Drive or Genesis, Saturn, and Dreamcast. That list … Read more

Top 5 Best Sega Genesis Games of All Time

Gameplay from Sonic the Hedgehog 2 showing Sonic and Tails running through a loop in Emerald Hill Zone.

When 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 still hold up today. Picking a top five isn’t easy—someone’s favorite is bound to get left out—but here are the absolute legends that define Sega’s 16-bit glory … Read more