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
Arcade1Up 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. Pac Man cabinets, along with the first ever dedicated Sonic the Hedgehog home arcade machine. The Sonic cabinet, shown off at Toy Fair in New York, features … Read more
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
The 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 6, and Hogwarts Legacy hold their ground in the top three, while Super Mario Party Jamboree and Astro Bot maintain steady performances at #4 and #8, respectively. Nintendo Leads the … Read more