Sonic, Streets of Rage, Phantasy Star: Sega, former king of the arcade and Nintendo's rival, marked the retro era with its audacity. RomWize re-ranks the publisher's best games by its re-evaluated scores, each with its current score, its versions, their rarity and their collector value.
"The BLiTZ system, blending turn-based strategy with free-aim action, remains a tactical treat. The wartime story strikes true and the CANVAS engine's watercolour look still enchants. A tactics game of remarkable elegance and clarity."
"One of the finest RPGs of its era and a foundational pillar of the genre on console. Vast world, memorable characters and solid combat. Still fascinating to play through today, with genuine soul."
"Large-scale Sega SRPG, third saga entry. Three complementary crossing scenarios (Scenario 1-3). Enriched systems, exceptional production value for Saturn. One of the most ambitious SRPGs of the 32-bit generation."
"Improved sequel to the first, with more varied levels and a customizable dragon. Visually superb, music still mesmerizing. Considered by many as superior to the first. One of the absolute peaks of rail shooting on Saturn."
"Smilebit Xbox-exclusive masterpiece, spiritual sequel to Jet Set Radio. Splendid cel-shading graphics, brilliant combined grind/spray, legendary funkadelic soundtrack. Bundled with Sega GT 2002. One of the most original and aesthetic games of the generation."
"An irresistible Sonic Team puzzler about guiding mice through arrow tiles. The levels are brilliantly designed and multiplayer triggers fits of laughter. A warm and clever success."
"First Shining Force III scenario, the only one released in the West. Introduces game mechanics and political context. Excellent standalone but incomplete without the other scenarios. Magnificent first act of an exceptional SRPG trilogy."
"OutRun emulated with exceptional care on Saturn. Relaxed driving and iconic music remain a pure pleasure. Multiple display options, generous museum content. The absolute reference for OutRun fans on console."
"An avowed Castlevania clone that genuinely holds its own. Van Helsing versus Dracula in Victorian London is a perfect pitch and the gothic action delivers. A must in the catalogue."
"An action gem from Game Arts starring a lightning-wielding heroine and four flying familiars. Lovely art direction and a heroic fantasy atmosphere done right."
"An action-RPG set in the Golden Axe world, clearly Zelda-inspired. Generous exploration, vast world and good length. Perhaps too similar to Zelda to feel original but genuinely well-made."
"A refreshed take on the definitive Virtual-On, with retuned balance and the same magic intact. Mechs waltz around the arena and the twin stick tactical duel stays peerless."
