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[Bullet Club]

Is there a difference between this and the 3DS version?

Don't know yet, although the Switch versions usually have some extras.

 

[awesomeparadise3]

SEGA Ages Puyo Puyo Tsu details and screenshots

Some of the first details and screenshots for SEGA Ages Puyo Puyo Tsu, which should be the next entry in SEGA and M2’s series on Switch. Find the full roundup below, courtesy of Gematsu. Arcade Mode – Play the original arcade mode of Puyo Puyo Tsu – Score-based online rankings are supported –...

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[Bullet Club]

Sega Ages Puyo Puyo Tsu will be out January 16th in Japan.

思い出の名作ゲームが、当時のまま＋新たな感動を加えて甦る「SEGA AGES」シリーズ配信タイトル第15作『SEGA AGES ぷよぷよ通』2020年1月16日（木）配信決定！

株式会社セガのプレスリリース（2020年1月14日 10時37分）思い出の名作ゲームが、当時のまま＋新たな感動を加えて甦る「SEGA AGES」シリーズ配信タイトル第15作『SEGA AGES ぷよぷよ通』2020年1月16日（木）配信決定！

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[Dazrael]

Fingers crossed that G-LOC is next.

 

[Bullet Club]

Sega Ages Sonic the Hedgehog 2 includes Knuckles in Sonic 2

An update on the September 2018-announced Sega Ages release.

The September 2018-announced Sega Ages Sonic the Hedgehog 2 for Switch will include “Knuckles the Echidna in Sonic the Hedgehog 2,” the latest issue of Weekly Famitsu reveals.

“Knuckles the Echidna in Sonic the Hedgehog 2” is a mode that was originally playable in the original Sega Genesis release by inserting the Sonic the Hedgehog 2 cartridge on top of the Sonic & Knuckles cartridge using “Lock-On Technology.”

As previously detailed, Sega Ages Sonic the Hedgehog 2 will also include additional actions, “Super Sonic Mode,” online rankings, and other features.

A release date has yet to be announced.

Source: Gematsu

 

[mcjmetroid]

Sega Ages Sonic the Hedgehog 2 includes Knuckles in Sonic 2

An update on the September 2018-announced Sega Ages release.

The September 2018-announced Sega Ages Sonic the Hedgehog 2 for Switch will include “Knuckles the Echidna in Sonic the Hedgehog 2,” the latest issue of Weekly Famitsu reveals.

“Knuckles the Echidna in Sonic the Hedgehog 2” is a mode that was originally playable in the original Sega Genesis release by inserting the Sonic the Hedgehog 2 cartridge on top of the Sonic & Knuckles cartridge using “Lock-On Technology.”

As previously detailed, Sega Ages Sonic the Hedgehog 2 will also include additional actions, “Super Sonic Mode,” online rankings, and other features.

A release date has yet to be announced.

Source: Gematsu

Didn't I hear before as well that they'll improve the multiplayer mode as well?

 

[Bullet Club]

Didn't I hear before as well that they'll improve the multiplayer mode as well?

Maybe. I kind of remember hearing that as well but can't remember what the improvements were.

 

[cireza]

I always liked Knuckles in Sonic 2. This game feels like a romhack from 1994. You can feel that Knuckles was never part of the level-design of the original game so it introduces some interesting things, they placed some 1ups here and there to reward you from climbing everywhere etc...

Knuckles does not jump as high as Sonic as well, so you have to rely on climbing even for small jumps (well I kind of have a doubt for this game now, I need to check it out).

I think the bonus stages are different as well (and easier).

 

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[RAIDEN1]

Surely they could bring Daytona 2 to the Switch, not as if it couldn't handle it..

 

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[celsowmbr]

Man.... Sega Ages on Switch is amazing ! I'm loving it !
I hope they announce a new batch of games of Sega FES 2020

 

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[Kazza]

It's coming out March 26th in Japan:

SEGA AGES G-LOC Air Battle

will have a special border designed to emulate the R360 arcade cabinet’s dynamic movements, with the screen shifting based on your actions within the game. In addition, a new SEGA AGES mode will be included, with new missions, a larger search range, and faster lock-on cursor, making it ideal for novice players. Like past SEGA AGES releases, there will also be online rankings.

SEGA AGES G-LOC Air Battle releasing on March 26th in Japan

Take to skies with the newest release in the SEGA AGES series, G-LOC Air Battle, which is confirme…

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[celsowmbr]

I hope they announce something for Ages Series tomorrow:

 

[Dazrael]

Yes G-LOC, finally. This is the one I’ve been waiting for.

 

[Alexios]

Not really sure it's worth AM2's amazingness as a game, there's a reason it's rarely heard about, but cool.

 

[Kazza]

The SEGA AGES release adds several new features, most notably the selection of different ships. FIRE LEO-03 STYX being the default ship, FIRE LEO-03 STYX Mass Product being a revamped version of the original ship that was included in Thunder Force Gold Pack 2, FIRE LEO-04 RYNEX from Thunder Force IV, and FIRE LEO-04 RYNEX with the Thunder Sword. Like it’s predecessor SEGA AGES Thunder Force IV, there will also be a Kids Mode that increases the power of your attacks and doesn’t penalize you by stripping away your weapons upon death, ideal for more novice players.

SEGA AGES Thunder Force AC coming soon, more information revealed

After Thunder Force III appeared previously in the SEGA 3D series on 3DS and the SEGA Genesis Mi…

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This is a strange choice. I have been enjoying playing it on my Megadrive Mini, it's a great game, but I'm not sure it warranted a Sega Ages release. It's not so hard for a shoot'em up, so doesn't really need the easier modes being implemented here.

No release date.

 

[awesomeparadise3]

SEGA Ages devs not actively planning more Sonic releases, but could be considered depending on success of current games

SEGA Ages kicked off on Switch back in September 2018 with Sonic the Hedgehog. Just a couple of months ago, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 was finally made available as well. Although there’s currently nothing on the horizon, other entries in the series for Switch may not be out of the question in the...

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If they bring more Puyo Puyo games I hope they'll translate them. I don't understand why Puyo Puyo Tsu didn't include the english version that was in the marketing.

 

[Kazza]

The western version of G-loc is now out:

 

[awesomeparadise3]

SEGA Ages Thunder Force AC launches May 14 in Japan

The next SEGA Ages game has been dated for Japan. Thunder Force AC is slated for digital release on May 14, SEGA announced today. Pricing is set at 999 yen. There’s no word yet on when SEGA Ages Thunder Force AC will be out in the west, but it should launch within the next couple of months...

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[Dr. Claus]

Is Thunder Force AC good? Is it worth jumping in if this is my first experience with the series?

 

[Kazza]

Is Thunder Force AC good? Is it worth jumping in if this is my first experience with the series?

I haven't played AC, but I have played Thunderforce III (which AC is basically an arcade version of). III is a great game, really pumping music, nice graphics and gameplay which isn't so punishing (16-bit shoot'em ups tend to be very difficult, but AC/III is a bit more fair). With the usual tweaks and improvements by M2, I'm sure AC will turn out great, a good introduction to the series.

 

[awesomeparadise3]

SEGA Ages Thunder Force AC coming west this month

SEGA Ages Thunder Force AC landed on the Japanese Switch eShop yesterday, but it’s now available in the west just yet. Thankfully, the wait won’t be terribly long. An eShop listing reveals that SEGA Ages Thunder Force AC is heading west on May 28. We have the following overview for SEGA Ages...

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[Starlight Lotice]

I wish on the Switch you could make a SEGA AGES Folder, including the logo to separate them from the Arcade Archives.

 

[ienjoyrawfish]

I haven't played AC, but I have played Thunderforce III (which AC is basically an arcade version of). III is a great game, really pumping music, nice graphics and gameplay which isn't so punishing (16-bit shoot'em ups tend to be very difficult, but AC/III is a bit more fair). With the usual tweaks and improvements by M2, I'm sure AC will turn out great, a good introduction to the series.

Thunderforce AC is quite a bit more difficult than Thunderforce III. I believe it's the main thing that differentiates the two games.

 

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[Poppyseed]

Dear Sega, Daytona USA 1 and 2. Thank you.

 

[cireza]

Dear Sega, Daytona USA 1 and 2. Thank you.

Daytona 1 is already available on Xbox One.

 

[SALMORE]

i always wanted to play D.D Crew on a home console ! i hope they consider it

 

[phil_t98]

Daytona 1 is already available on Xbox One.

Is that an xbox 360 BC title or a version of Daytona ported for the xbox one?

 

[Jaxcellent]

Is that an xbox 360 BC title or a version of Daytona ported for the xbox one?

Its the 360 version via BC.. 1080p version, its quite good

 

[phil_t98]

Its the 360 version via BC.. 1080p version, its quite good

Would realy like a port of Sega Rally arcade

 

[cireza]

Is that an xbox 360 BC title or a version of Daytona ported for the xbox one?

No difference, a port for Xbox One would be the exact same. AM2 job is awesome, as always.

 

[phil_t98]

No difference, a port for Xbox One would be the exact same. AM2 job is awesome, as always.

Was just curious

 

[Trimesh]

"Lightening Force" was the work of incompetent Sega of America marketing weasels. Technosoft never signed off on that. Notice how they couldn't even get the spelling right. It's Thunder Force 4 and that's the name that should be used.

(See Also: Astro, Tralfaz)

The name works - it does make your pockets lighter, after all.

 

[Jaxcellent]

Me

Would realy like a port of Sega Rally arcade

Me too and while they are at it, some skud racer.. id love to play that, I hear Sega is going to announce something special soon, here is hoping it turns out old skool arcade racers

 

[phil_t98]

Me

Me too and while they are at it, some skud racer.. id love to play that, I hear Sega is going to announce something special soon, here is hoping it turns out old skool arcade racers

how about an arcade classic driving compilation

 

[Poppyseed]

Daytona 1 is already available on Xbox One.

Yes, but the Xbox One is not a Nintendo Switch.

 

[cireza]

Yes, but the Xbox One is not a Nintendo Switch.

Sure, but it is still an interesting information in my opinion. If I want to play something, and it is actually available somewhere, I would like people to tell me.

 

[TriSuit666]

Dear Sega, Daytona USA 1 and 2. Thank you.

Forget about Daytona 2. It’ll never happen.

 

[EightBit Man]

I hope SEGA will release a compilation of these games, physical at one point.

 

[Birdo]

Would realy like a port of Sega Rally arcade

Sadly, Sega Rally and Outrun 2 are stuck in licencing limbo.

I would be fine with them re-badging the cars and making cosmetic changes (Like they did with Outrun 1). But I doubt it will happen

 

[TriSuit666]

Yes, but the Xbox One is not a Nintendo Switch.

Was previously available on the PS3 as well as the 360 if that's any better?

Of course, you're SOL unless you consider other ways to access that content.

 

[phil_t98]

Sadly, Sega Rally and Outrun 2 are stuck in licencing limbo.

I would be fine with them re-badging the cars and making cosmetic changes (Like they did with Outrun 1). But I doubt it will happen

Just pay them some cash to reuse the licence. It’s not like they haven’t reused the cars in games afterwards. Am sure in the Xbox Sega rally those cars were in there to

 

[Spukc]

Forget about DAYTONAAAAAAAAAA LET'S GO AWAY DAYTOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOONAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA TDUTUDDUUTTUDUTUTUDUUDDUDUD 2. It’ll never happen.

sorry what?

 

[Daniel Thomas MacInnes]

Just pay them some cash to reuse the licence. It’s not like they haven’t reused the cars in games afterwards. Am sure in the Xbox Sega rally those cars were in there to

The problem is that 1) the price for securing said licenses have most likely shot through the roof, and 2) far fewer copies of any videogame, e.g. Sega Rally, would be sold today than at the time of the original arcade & console releases.

A perfect example: back in 1992, Atari Corp paid $50K for the license to Batman Returns for their Atari Lynx videogame. How much do you think the Batman license will set you back today? Assuming that someone else doesn't have exclusive rights to it already?

 

[Daniel Thomas MacInnes]

Sadly, Sega Rally and Outrun 2 are stuck in licencing limbo.

I would be fine with them re-badging the cars and making cosmetic changes (Like they did with Outrun 1). But I doubt it will happen

That would probably depend on whether or not the original source code still exists or has been lost. In that case, you're talking about a built-from-scratch new videogame with a budget in the tens of millions. And Sega's not going to get that money back. It sucks but them's the brakes.