Sega Genesis Classics

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  • Summary: SEGA's collection of Mega Drive & Genesis classics comes to a new generation of consoles - and players. Over 50 titles across all genres from all-time classics like Sonic and Streets of Rage 2 to deep RPGs like the Phantasy Star series; arcade action, shooters, beat 'em ups, puzzlers, oldSEGA's collection of Mega Drive & Genesis classics comes to a new generation of consoles - and players. Over 50 titles across all genres from all-time classics like Sonic and Streets of Rage 2 to deep RPGs like the Phantasy Star series; arcade action, shooters, beat 'em ups, puzzlers, old favourites and hidden gems. New features bring modern convenience to the classics. Save your game at any time, rewind those slip-ups, or customise your controls. Earn bragging rights with online multiplayer and achievements. The largest collection of retro classics on console in one great package.… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 19
  3. Negative: 0 out of 19
  1. NintendoWorldReport
    Dec 6, 2018
    95
    The Sega Genesis Classics is a must own on your Switch. I would recommend buying it digitally so you can have all of these games available at any time without having to swap out a cartridge. Knowing that anytime I have my Switch out of the house, I can easily pop off the Joy-Con and jump in a quick match of Virtua Fighter 2 with my friends is a game changer.
  2. Digitally Downloaded
    Nov 28, 2018
    90
    Ultimately the only complaints that I can levy against SEGA Mega Drive Classics Collection are that there is not quite enough icing on what is an admittedly very generous cake. With this compilation you’ll be getting 50 games at an absolute steal – and while some of them are historical curios that won’t be worth your time, most are fantastic.
  3. Nintenderos
    Nov 28, 2018
    80
    This is a compilation that, in addition to collecting the essence of the beginning of the 90s and expressing it in the future, incorporates a variety of ways of playing, achievements and online game, which gives a perfect excuse to veterans to go back in time.
  4. The Digital Fix
    Nov 28, 2018
    80
    With beautiful presentation, fantastic emulation, and the potential for co-operation, this is a great collection for those who have fond memories of the old-school.
  5. Cubed3
    Dec 28, 2018
    80
    Unlike the recently released PlayStation Classic, SEGA Mega Drive Classics has had the effort put in to ensure that there is enough depth and optimisation to keep all players happy.
  6. 4P.de
    Dec 17, 2018
    77
    A nice collection of classics that will take you to an era where the fight between Nintendo and Sega was at its peak.
  7. God is a Geek
    Nov 28, 2018
    50
    Having spent a good amount of time across other collections on the system and even Nintendo’s NES Online app, this is easily the worst collection of older games on the Switch in terms of overall feel. While it has loads of games for the asking price, I would rather spend more and buy quality releases piecemeal or buy another collection for the Switch where there is a lot more to the release than just old roms with a few extras.

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  1. Positive: 11 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 19
  3. Negative: 3 out of 19
  1. GamingTruth
    Dec 12, 2018
    10
    A Fantastic collection to have on the switch! 50 amazing Sega Genesis games to be played when and where you want! Only on Nintendo Switch! TryA Fantastic collection to have on the switch! 50 amazing Sega Genesis games to be played when and where you want! Only on Nintendo Switch! Try playing these with a classic controller!… Expand
  2. Oldskoolberk
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    A true nostalgia trip. The selections are excellent and finally answered my prayers of Toejam and Earl. The games are pure classics withA true nostalgia trip. The selections are excellent and finally answered my prayers of Toejam and Earl. The games are pure classics with Sonic, Streets of Rage, amd Altered Beast. They did an amazing job of putting this on the Switch as it should be. I love this game!… Expand
  4. Cartmenbrah
    Dec 12, 2018
    9
    Okay, so obviouslly there isnt S3&k,
    but there are still 50 fantasic classic genesis games to be played on the switch. Maybe wait for a price    Okay, so obviouslly there isnt S3&k,
    but there are still 50 fantasic classic genesis games to be played on the switch. Maybe wait for a price drop if your really stingy but for 30 this is a comfortable price for the collection you get. It even has online for some games. as well as achievements    … Expand
  5. IamSquid
    Jan 2, 2022
    8
    I'm kinda cheating with this one. I have over 40 hours on the game, 37 hours of which are probably on Sonic 2, I'd estimate another 2 hours onI'm kinda cheating with this one. I have over 40 hours on the game, 37 hours of which are probably on Sonic 2, I'd estimate another 2 hours on Sonic 1, and then about on hour on everything else (much of which I haven't played). I'm a bit disappointed that the Nintendo Switch version of this collection doesn't include Ecco the Dolphin. But yeah, overall, I'm happy with it.… Expand
  6. ericiidx
    Dec 3, 2022
    7
    Overall a good value on sale, but at full price, I'd not rate it as high. I was pretty disappointed by the variety in performance and inputOverall a good value on sale, but at full price, I'd not rate it as high. I was pretty disappointed by the variety in performance and input lag between games. Sonic Spinball feels nigh unplayable, which was a primary reason for my purchasing this collection. Other games feel better, such as Dynamite Headdy and the Phantasy Star games, but there is always some discernible lag that feels especially jolting in the 16-bit low-res presentation. Other than that, the games looked & felt pretty true to what I remember as a kid.… Expand
  7. Royec
    Dec 7, 2018
    6
    Yay another genesis collection just what i wanted
    I mean it's portable now
    but sega just refuses to do any other console not mega drive or    Yay another genesis collection just what i wanted
    I mean it's portable now
    but sega just refuses to do any other console not mega drive or saturn always genesis
    but the games are pretty ok    … Expand
  8. swinogrodzki
    Mar 28, 2021
    3
    HAC-001-(01) the input lag is making all the titles unplayable and the devs don't care about the issue, since refunds are not possible on theHAC-001-(01) the input lag is making all the titles unplayable and the devs don't care about the issue, since refunds are not possible on the eShop (against the EU law). Don't buy it on the Switch. Try the Steam version when it's discounted.… Expand

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