Yuzo Koshiro’s challenging action/RPG was well-received by gamers, though far too many people missed out on its Saturn-only prequel. The original still impresses today, with great presentation and engaging gameplay.
Tag: 1994
Dynamite Headdy
Treasure continued its streak of quality titles on the Genesis with Dynamite Headdy, a quirky platformer that had players tossing their character’s head around at enemies. Sounds a bit like Decap Attack, doesn’t it? Trust us friend, you couldn’t be more wrong. Read the review and then find yourself a copy. You can thank us later.
Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon
Even cute girls in school uniforms can kick ass, as evidenced by Ma-Ba’s Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon, a side-scrolling beat-’em-up based on the hit cartoon. How does it fare next to other entries in the genre? Read the full review to find out!
Soul Star
Soul Star, from the company that brought us a Sega CD and Genesis version of Chuck Rock earlier on, decided to come back and go sci-fi this time, and to change from an action platform audience on towards a shooter stage. Were they successful? Not quite, but all-in-all the game is kinda neat. Even though parts of it are rather bland, there are other aspects which can make up for it all together. Soul Star was not a very successful game, but if patience strikes people, it can beckon to a rather cult audience who enjoys its style.
Shining Force II: Seal of the Ancients
Sega and Sonic Software Planning join forces for perhaps the best strategy/RPG on Genesis. A worthy sequel to the classic original, Shining Force II is a tour de force that delivers on all fronts. Even if you haven’t played the first game, this is one that you definitely need to give some time. It’s that good.