Archive for the ‘Genesis’ Category
SEGA Genesis NOMAD
July 1st, 2009 by Sean R.
Picked up this classic SEGA GENESIS NOMAD at a local Goodwill for $29.99 USD:
The thing is a huge brick, but it works nicely. The game cartridge I’m showing in the video is the GENESIS 6-PAK that contains the following classic games:
- Sonic the Hedgehog
- Golden Axe
- Streets of Rage
- Revenge of Shinobi
- Columns
- Super Hang-On
Apparently the SEGA Genesis NOMAD is really rare. I’ve seen them go for $25.00 USD to over $100.00 USD on eBay, so who really knows?
Anyway, it does have a TV out and a second controller (Player 2) port, but if you plan on connecting it to a TV, why not just use a normal SEGA Genesis?
Sega Genesis: Comix Zone
March 19th, 2009 by Sean R.
Comix Zone is an extremely original and visually impressive game which immerses you in a comic book world. It’s probably one of the coolest games I’ve ever seen on the Sega Genesis.
The idea behind it is that the comic’s author has magically switched places with the book’s villain. Your hero moves from frame to frame and page to page as a large hand draws new villains for you to fight.
The remarkable graphics are nearly comic book quality, with bubbles of dialog that appear every so often. Read the rest of this entry…
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Classic Game Cartridge Care Tips
March 16th, 2009 by Sean R.
First off, congratulations on owning a piece of gaming history. I’ve put together some tips to help you care for your classic game cartridges.
Keep in mind that these classic game cartridges have been around for a while. Some are more than a quarter century old! Some might even be older then you 
Over time, humidity, dirt, and improper storage practices can lead to oxidization of the contacts and prevent the game from working.
In most cases, the ravages of time can be reversed and a game can be restored to working condition through a simple cleaning procedure.
Something to note, even if you are not experiencing problems it is a good idea to clean your games occasionally, as preventative maintenance. Read the rest of this entry…
Sega Genesis: Cool Spot
March 9th, 2009 by Sean R.
Cool Spot for the Sega Genesis stars the “red dot” with sunglasses who was formerly the 7-Up mascot.
Despite being essentially an interactive soft drink commercial, this game is irresistibly fun.
Each stage challenges you to collect suspended red dots while avoiding or shooting marine creatures and bugs.
Spot walks slowly but can leap a great distance, and I love his ability to shoot bubbles rapid-fire in all directions. Read the rest of this entry…
Xbox 360: Ultimate Genesis Collection
February 13th, 2009 by Sean R.
As expected, this morning I received my copy of “Sonic’s Ultimate Genesis Collection” for my Xbox 360. Here are a few pictures:
As mentioned in my post the other day, I’ll be pretty busy doing some Recycled Gaming this weekend.
Even though it’s Valentine’s weekend, my wife loves the Sonic games, so this will be a win-win for both of us
Sega: Sonic’s Ultimate Genesis Collection
February 11th, 2009 by Sean R.
As most of the Recycled Gaming readers know, about a week ago I acquired an Xbox 360 Elite Edition.
Well apparently on February 10, 2009 (in North America) the nice folks at Sega released “Sonic’s Ultimate Genesis Collection” for the Xbox 360.
Have a look at this official Sega trailer for more details:
I’m all about playing classic and retro games, so this release of 40+ games is just freaking amazing! The classic 2D style never looked so good!
All the favorites are here including Sonic The Hedgehog, four titles from the Phantasy Star series, as well as three titles from the Streets of Rage series.
Also included in the collection as unlockables are arcade favorites such as Congo Bongo, Altered Beast and Zaxxon just to name a few.
Each of the game titles have been converted to Hi-Def (720p) and will be a blast to play on my Xbox 360 (it’s being released on PlayStation 3 too).
For those of you who are not in North America and want to get your hands on this Sega DVD full of win, here are the official release dates:
- US: Feb 10, 2009
- EU: Feb 20, 2009
- AU: Feb 26, 2009
As an added bonus, you can unlock additional arcade games and interviews with the original game developers as you earn Achievements on the Xbox 360 and Trophies on the PlayStation 3.
All I can say is for around $30.00 USD, this is probably one of the best retro gaming compilations currently available for the Xbox 360.
I’ll have my copy in hand on Friday February 13, 2009 (thanks Amazon). Needless to say, I’ll be busy doing some Recycled Gaming this weekend
If you are interested in the complete list of classic Sega titles included on this DVD, here is the giant list: Read the rest of this entry…
Sega Genesis: Columns
January 24th, 2009 by Sean R.
In the late 1980’s Tetris was “the game”, and every reputable game console had to have a version. Not wanting to miss out on the puzzle-game frenzy, Sega introduced Columns, a Tetris clone with its own twist for the Genesis.
Columns of three gems descend from the top of the screen and you need to line up three or more of the same color to make them disappear.
Sadly you can’t turn the stack of colorful gems sideways, but you can rotate the order of the gems. Read the rest of this entry…
Genesis: Shinobi Return of the Ninja Master
December 20th, 2008 by Sean R.
Shinobi III for the Sega Genesis is one of the best ninja games I’ve ever played. The graphics, sound, and control are all spectacular.
The first stage is set in the wilderness, with ninjas hiding in the trees. It’s pretty cool, except for the guy walking around with the bucket on his head.
In the second stage, you fight armed guards in a high-tech, biological test facility. Read the rest of this entry…
