While the whole world is playing a new generation of consoles, I suggest you remember the old Sega Mega Drive 2, or, more precisely, its games. Oh, how many sleepless nights were spent on playing through the toys and how many notebooks were filled with codes. Below the cut you will find a selection of the most famous games of this console. Don't forget to add your favorite games in the comments.
We provide the opening of the parade of games:
Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3
Genre: Fighting
Players: 2
Without much risk of error, we can say that the game is the best fighting game on the Genesis. 23 original characters, each with their own set of moves, combinations and fatality. Colorful graphics, high-quality sound and energetic action make the game a real work of gaming art. Several levels of difficulty, both in terms of gameplay and the quality of opponents. You can play with two or four players, organizing tournaments. Fans of the genre should definitely play this game.
I’ll add on my own behalf: how many joysticks were broken.... I don’t remember anymore, and what kind of battles were going on in the house of someone who had a thread instead of a school... hmm, I remember how I learned all kinds of fatalities, babality, friendships and brutalities, how I was very angry at books with codes where brutality was sometimes indicated by 11, 13 or even 10 buttons, instead of the required 12!!!! 12 buttons had to be pressed and you would get a bloody rain of bones and pieces of enemy meat!!!
I even got myself a 96-page notebook where I wrote down the correct techniques, fatalities, etc.
In general, the game is a must have!
Comix Zone
Genre: Action
Players: 1
The artist (and probably the writer) got into his comics, and in order to get back, he will have to go through the entire story of his hero, fighting mutants and villains invented by him, solving various puzzles and much more. The animation, graphics, sound are excellent, and the music is simply superbly chosen for every moment of the game - it’s a masterpiece!
Earthworm Jim
Genre: Platformer
Players: 1
The second part is no less exciting and funny than the first. Psikrow does not give up hope of returning his spacesuit, lost in the last part. Moreover, he was terribly offended by Jim and decided to take revenge. And he started by kidnapping his princess from a worm in love...
From myself: there are 2 parts in the series and each of them is so masterpiece that even an animated series was made based on the game!
Battletoads and Double Dragon
Genre: Beat-'Em-Up
Players: 2
In the second series of the toy, the toads are joined in battle with space invaders not by someone from the back alley, but by twin dragons! Thus, you have as many as 5 heroes at your disposal, from which you need to choose one (or a pair in 2-player mode). The battle ahead is serious; toads and dragons are confronted by numerous enemies and bosses. The game action is nothing short of combative, the graphics and music in the toy are also of quite high quality. Thus, the game is recommended to all fans of battle walkers.
From myself: well, there’s nothing to add here, the most interesting thing is to go through it together, kicking enemies back and forth)))
Contra - Hard Corps
Genre: Action
Players: 2
Super drive! The game is a continuation of the best traditions of dandy counter - running forward and endlessly shooting. The game can develop according to one of four scenarios and a choice of four heroes.
Rock n' Roll Racing
Genre: Racing
Players: 2
An arcade staple familiar to every Mega Drive veteran. There is no third dimension, but the touching isometry somehow pulls the mighty bulk of the gameplay on its fragile shoulders. The squeal of rubber, shooting, upgrades, an endlessly addictive mode for two - everything comes from Sega's rosy childhood.
Dune - The Battle for Arrakis
Genre: Strategy
Players: 1
A very popular game, the ancestor of all real-time strategies. The distant planet Arrakis has a valuable substance called spice - melaj, which reduces space flights. There is a struggle for control of the planet between the three houses of the imperial court - the Atreides, Ordos and Harkonens. Choose the house you will lead and go into battle.
The best game on SMD.
From myself: who remembers these codes)) playtester splurgeola lookaround
WWF Wrestlemania Arcade
Genre: Fighting
Players: 2
Well, this is by far the best part of this series, the most beautiful graphics are in no way inferior to the SNES, a huge number of hits and a greatly increased pace and speed of the game make it a leader and in general, this is one of the best games on the Genesis.
From myself: the combos were also recorded from a notebook)))
Boogerman
Genre: Platformer
Players: 1
Adventures of the toilet hero. And whoever isn’t considered a superhero! Now it's the cleaners' turn... Your character runs around the levels, collecting all sorts of crappy things and fighting various monsters. In addition to throwing some green stuff at them, the hero also uses his foul breath, which no one is able to withstand. In general, a toy with a characteristic “smell”. Although it's drawn well, and the music is cool.
Road Rush 3
Genre: Racing
Players: 2
The final part of the famous motorcycle arcade. Literally everything has been improved. By the third part the game simply sparkled. Each column has only 5 points out of 5. A big point in the history of the series.
On a personal note: I’ve always loved cartoons at the end of a race.
Streets of Rage 3
Genre: Beat-'Em-Up
Players: 2
This is the third game in the Streets of Rage series. There is no point in saying that the technical side of the game is again at its best. According to the plot, we need to beat up a psychotic professor who is threatening the world with a nuclear warhead. A cyborg grandfather was installed to replace the wrestler from the second part. I won’t say anything about the gameplay - it hasn’t changed. I advise everyone! Japanese version: Bare Knuckle 3
Virtual Bart
Genre: Action
Players: 1
Another game on the theme of The Simpsons. Here Bart will again have to take part in various stupid situations. For example, this is throwing rotten tomatoes at passers-by, riding a bicycle through garbage dumps, as well as completely senile things - running around levels in the form of a pig and a kangaroo. In other words, the game is reduced to complete stupidity. Single toy for fans of The Simpsons.
Sonic
From myself: any sonic is the Voice of “SEGA”, rings jumping speed (down abc whack whack whack)
Golden Ax III
Genre: Beat-'Em-Up
Players: 2
The third part of the epic with new heroes. The goal remains the same - it is necessary to return the Golden Ax - an artifact of incredible power - from the clutches. And for this you need to scatter a lot of evil guys. The game is exciting and beautiful. There's even a duel mode. All in all, another great game from Sega.
Beyond Oasis
Genre: RPG
Players: 1
A very good game about the adventures of a guy named Ali. He finds a mysterious magical bracelet that gives him the ability to summon special magical creatures that control fire, water, earth, and a shadow creature (all of which join the hero sequentially as the game progresses). These creatures help him overcome particularly difficult sections of the path, as well as fight numerous enemies and bosses. Ali can also use different types of weapons and things to replenish vital and magical power. The graphics and music in the toy are simply excellent. The game has one minus - it is too short. Aka Story of Thor.
On a personal note: if I’m not mistaken, the game even has a save save!
Desert Demolition
Genre: Platformer
Players: 1
A toy about the eternal attempts of a slow-witted coyote to catch a fast and cunning ostrich. You can choose who to play as, but it just won't happen either way. The toy is entertaining, made with humor, and also has good graphics and good sound design. Recommended for cartoon fans of all ages.
From myself: it was one of my favorites.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Tournament Fighters
Genre: Fighting
Players: 2
The turtles and their friends compete to be the best fighter. You can play the game alone or with another player. The level of battles depends on the selected difficulty and speed of action. The set of attacks and fighting techniques is not the most outstanding, although the graphics in the game are quite decent. You can also choose the number of rounds to win.
From myself: fights of the great turtles beloved from childhood, Leo Raph Mike and Don! :)
Robocop Versus The Terminator
Genre: Action
Players: 1
Continuation of the saga about the adventures of the Tin Woodman. The quality bar has been raised to quite a good height. On the plus side, good graphics and interactivity of the level do their job. In addition, there is a lot of blood in the game. At the end of each level there is an uncle with a big gun. This is the local boss. Unfortunately, he is killed by a simple cavalry charge.
From myself: bloody toy, sooooo...
Battletech
Genre: Shooter
Players: 2
The toy is made in the style of Desert Strike and the like, only instead of a helicopter you have a combat robot at your disposal. Three types of weapons - lasers, missiles and powerful bombs. To complete the mission, you need to complete a certain task and, of course, during the course of the play, destroy as much enemy equipment and buildings as possible. The graphics and sound in the game are at a good level, so it's interesting to play. Game for 1-2 players. She is known as MechWarrior.
Demolition Man
Genre: Action
Players: 1
Based on the film of the same name with Stallone and Snipes. You, in the role of Sly, must pin down your painted opponent, getting together with him into the future. To do this, you have a pistol, a shotgun, and grenades. The game is played in 2 modes: side view - running around the streets, trains, etc. with deafening gunfire; side view from above - inside the buildings.
From myself: as usual, everyone probably remembers the “hands-up” at the beginning of the game)
Cannon Fodder
Genre: Strategy
Players: 1
An interesting toy. You control a group of soldiers who must complete missions. Basically, this is the elimination of enemy soldiers and buildings. The number of your soldiers for each mission is limited, and you cannot lose them (at least not all of them). For successful missions, soldiers receive new ranks. The graphics are average, but the music and dynamic game action are good.
From myself: a world game, the hills with crosses are especially memorable...
General Chaos
Genre: Strategy
Players: 4
A strategic game in which you need to destroy the enemy and capture his territory. You play the role of one of two crazy generals, waging constant chaotic battles between themselves. Your squad of 5 fighters has fun fighting against 5 mercenaries of General Havok. The soldiers' weapons are quite varied: machine gun, hand grenades, rockets, flamethrower and explosives.
From myself: a fun military confrontation between blue and red :)
Jungle Strike
Genre: Shooter
Players: 1
Famous and popular helicopter action movie. You control a rotary-wing combat vehicle, using it to perform various missions - rescue, destruction, and so on. The supply of weapons of three types is limited, so it must be regularly replenished (like fuel). The graphics and sound are great.
From myself: according to the steepness, first jungle then urban then desert!
The picture shows sanctions against the USA!
Zero Tolerance
Genre: FPS
Players: 2
And this is one of the best 3D first-person shooters on the Genesis. Here we have a good set of weapons, ranging from fists to a bazooka. A large set of opponents - both humans and mutant beetles... in general, there is room for frolic.
From myself: the shogis were connected with a cord through the ports of the second joeys!!!
Beavis and Butt-head
Genre: Adventure
Players: 2
A game for everyone who considers themselves fans of two MTV idiots and mediocrities. Using the remote control of their eternal TV, they can get to various places in the city. But no matter where they end up, one thing is certain - they are not welcome there. Collecting various useful things, dudes must move between locations in order to successfully advance in the game.
Haunting Starring Polterguy
Genre: Action
Players: 1
The essence of the game is to use the green monster to frighten the inhabitants of the house (parents and a couple of offspring) and, of course, you need to frighten them as much as possible. It is clear that this problem is not for true heroes, but someone might like it. Graphics and sound performance are average, although in some places the toy looks good.
Bubba N Stix
Genre: Adventure
Players: 1
A good toy about the adventures of a dude named Bubba, armed with a reusable (and varied) stick. This stick can be used in a variety of ways and for different purposes - to create a springboard, to move stones, to throw at enemies, and so on. The game is drawn with high quality, the sound is also quite good.
Samurai Shodown
Genre: Fighting
Players: 2
A magnificent fighting game that has glorified its creators. Charismatic heroes, good graphics, well-thought-out combat - all these are advantages in the game's collection. One hundred percent hit. Recommended to all lovers of assault. Aka: Samurai Spirits.
From myself: I always liked to swing swords, sabers, halberds, etc.
Scooby Doo Mystery
Genre: Adventure
Players: 1
This is the coolest toy! With stunning graphics and animation. The genre is a quest and a little RPG. There are two scenarios in the game: one is to free Uncle Blake and defeat the ghost, and the other is to catch the clown who is interfering with the carnival.
Zombies Ate My Neighbors
Genre: Shooter
Players: 2
An interesting and quite complex game about a boy and a girl who save their city and other places from attacks by zombies, maniacs with chainsaws, werewolves and other evil spirits. The game is quite difficult, but at the same time interesting. Over the course of 48 levels you need to save unlucky residents from monsters, but this is not always possible. There are passwords with a "surprise".
From myself: a game in the style of The last of us, only better :)
Stargate
Genre: Action
Players: 1
Platformer based on the film Stargate, known to us as "Star Gate". The game pleases with good graphics and sound. We play as a cool American commando, exterminate alien inhabitants and rejoice at every first aid kit and grenade we find. The weak side of the game are the levels - well made and quite long. The game also pleases with the variety of these same levels, tunnels and labyrinths.
Gunstar Heroes
Genre: Platformer
Players: 2
One of the best run and gun games. You control the actions of two twins, the Gunstar brothers (Blue and Red), who have to fight crowds of enemies and bosses. There are four difficulty levels. Two people can play.
Pitfall - The Mayan Adventure
Genre: Action
Players: 1
A good game with adventures of a 50s man in the jungle. Pitfall (that’s the man’s name) can jump, hit with a whip, launch a boomerang, throw heavy bags at enemies, and use other bonus tools. The number of enemies is surprising - they are all jungle animals. Only one person can play.
From myself: I loved jumping on worms or were they snakes...
True Lies
Genre: Shooter
Players: 1
Game based on the movie. Your hero, represented by Arnold You-Know-Which, must eliminate the terrorist office and all its participants. Well, if not all, then certainly the leaders. To do this, you will need to overcome a number of rather difficult stages. Arnie has a pistol, a shotgun, a machine gun, and grenades at his disposal. The enemies are darkness. The bosses are difficult, but the victory will be more deserved. Recommended to everyone.
From myself: I repeat MUST HAVE!!!!!
Theme Park
Genre: Simulation
Players: 1
An economic strategy in which you need to build and develop an amusement park. Parks are available all over the world, you just need to manage your financial resources wisely: lay paths, build attractions, improve the landscape, take care of the nutrition and mood of visitors, and regulate prices. A good game for those who like to spend and earn virtual money.
Jurassic Park - Rampage Edition
Genre: Action
Players: 1
Another action movie based on Jurassic Park. As in the first part, you can play as both Grant and the raptor dinosaur. It is clear that the first one uses different types of weapons, from darts to grenades, while the dinosaur bites enemies and hits them with its paws. In general, the toy is made at a decent level both in terms of graphics and game action. Three difficulty levels.
From myself: awesome action movie
Syndicate
Genre: Strategy
Players: 2
RPG about crime syndicates. Lots of weapons, you can buy power-ups and implants. Having recruited people into the team, you are sent on a mission. In the game you can drive vehicles, shoot and much more. The locations themselves look like big cities. The graphics in this game could be better. Nevertheless - one of the best games on consoles!
Micro Machines
From myself: what can I say, small tractors, Belaz boats, motorcycles, they drive along tables, beaches, etc. )))
Punisher, The
Genre: Beat-'Em-Up
Players: 2
Punisher is the literal translation of the name of this game. This same punisher knows how to hit, shoot, jump, and pick up enemy weapons. There are many types of enemies and weapons. Music is at an average level. You can play with two people.
Judge Dredd - The Movie
Genre: Action
Players: 1
The toy is similar to the Super Nintendo version. Made based on the movie. You control a judge, a tough and uncompromising dispenser of justice. At each stage you need to complete 1-2 missions. As missions progress, the number of arrests and shooting accuracy are taken into account. Weapons for fighting bandits are varied and effective. The toy is above average in both graphics and sound, and the gameplay is good.
Dragon - The Bruce Lee Story
Genre: Fighting
Players: 2
Many people have probably watched a film about the life story of the famous fighter Bruce Lee. So this game is based on this film, the game itself is a fighting game, where fights take place in locations from the film in particular: the first one takes place in that same bar with a sailor. True, the set of blows is not very large, but the pure technique of konfu is visible in the movements of Bruce Lee.
Skitchin'
Genre: Racing
Players: 2
Road Rush on roller skates is a pretty interesting idea. The game begins with the purchase of a real roller skater's uniform - skates, shin guards, helmet, gloves. Then the race begins, as in Road Rash, the amount of your winnings depends on your place at the finish line. You get extra money for stunts, and in order to go faster you need to cling to the car. All this is accompanied by good graphics, smooth animation and cool music. The game is made to a solid "A".
From myself: roller chaos)
SeaQuest DSV
Genre: Action
Players: 1
Sea adventure. Beautiful graphics. Interesting gameplay. Such games are not released often; submarines are not in use now. Just a quality game, nothing extra.
Rise of the Robots
Genre: Fighting
Players: 2
A fighting game featuring robots and cyborgs from the future. The graphics in the game are at a very high level, quite comparable to KI. You can choose the duration of the fights and the number of rounds to win. The fights are very lively and dynamic. Although the last statement is quite controversial from the point of view of many who have already played this game. :)
Source: alic3r
