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.
"One of the most iconic action games on the Master System. Joe Musashi versus ninjas - an absolute classic. Precise gameplay, well-calibrated difficulty and varied levels make it a must in the catalogue."
"SegaNet version of Saturn Virtual On, compatible with the era's network service. Online functionality now obsolete. Single-player identical to the standard version. Historical curiosity for collectors."
"Netlink version of Sega Rally Plus, online functionality now defunct. Identical to the Plus version for solo gameplay. Historical curiosity documenting Sega's 1997 online gaming attempt. For collectors only."
"An NHL 2K2 sequel more ambitious, with stronger visuals and presentation. Gameplay sharpens, strategy matters more and the icy thrill grows. A Dreamcast hockey benchmark."
"3D rail shooter that founded the series, visually revolutionary for 1995. The post-apocalyptic universe and Saori Kobayashi's music make an immediate impression. Starting point of one of Saturn's greatest sagas. Essential."
"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."
"A more accomplished Sonic Adventure 2 sequel clearly splitting heroes and antiheroes. The dual structure charms, snappy levels work wonderfully. A 3D mascot peak."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
