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"Death Crimson 2: Altar of Melanito" (デスクリムゾン２ −メラニートの祭壇−) is a sequel to the original "Death Crimson" game on the SEGA Saturn. Unlike its predecessor, the sequel features a full story mode, fleshing out the backstory behind the game's numerous characters, while also introducing new ones. It's...

Neo Byte Force, the developer behind the run-and-gun action shooter Cyborg Force, is releasing a new arcade-style single-screen platformer called Captain Barrel, for the Sega Mega Drive / Genesis, Sega Dreamcast, Neo Geo AES/MVS, and Neo Geo CD (thanks @DanteMendes!). Physical versions of the...

We've been following Derek Pascarella's efforts to update Capcom vs. SNK 2 for a while now, and he's just revealed that his forthcoming translation patch will include some interesting bonus content. The most interesting bonus feature is the ability to download a save file to your VMU which...

The Dreamcast may have been Sega's final stab in the world of gaming hardware, but the company really threw everything at making the console a success – including features like online connectivity, memory cards you could play games on and the ability to hook the system up via VGA for a sharper...

We've had our eyes on 8BitMod's upcoming VMU Pro for some time now – and who can blame us? This updated version of the Dreamcast's memory card will offer more storage, a colour screen and the ability to play music. Oh, and it can play Doom, too. Whether or not a piece of electronics can run id...

The Sega Dreamcast's online servers shut down years ago, but dedicated fans have brought them back for certain games. This lets players with the right setup get their beloved console connected again. A new title just joined the list - the Japan-exclusive sports game Golf Shiyouyo 2, made by...

The announcement of Sega's new "emojam" device, while an interesting and innovative product, is likely to disappoint some fans who were hoping for the long-awaited Dreamcast 2 console. The Dreamcast was Sega's final home console before the company shifted to a third-party software development...

Next-Generation Dreamcast VMUs, specifically the VM2 (Visual Memory Unit 2), are getting several essential features that significantly enhance the original VMU's functionality: 1. Backlit LCD Display: The most crucial upgrade is the inclusion of a higher-resolution backlit LCD screen. This...

8BitMods has recently showcased how users will manage Dreamcast save data on their upcoming VMU Pro, an enhanced version of the original Visual Memory Unit. Here are the key features and improvements: 1. Full-color display: The VMU Pro will feature a color screen, a significant upgrade from the...

Purpose Dream Disc '24 is an exciting new game jam designed to celebrate and reinvigorate the Sega Dreamcast community. This event aims to: Foster creativity within the Dreamcast development scene Encourage the creation of new, innovative games for the platform Bring together Dreamcast...

ChuChu Rocket! is a game that we expect most Dreamcast fans will be familiar with. Released in 1999 in Japan (and later in North America and Europe), it was the first Dreamcast game to support online gaming and let players compete against others across the globe in a frantic race to guide the...

Square Enix has released a series of die-cast, scale-model versions of some of Sega's most famous video game consoles. Part of the company's "Bright Arts" series, each one is "crafted in great detail and [has] a heavy, impressive presence," according to the company. "The controller is also...

If you missed out on the Kickstarter for PixelHeart's Ghosts 'N Goblins-esque platformer GladMort earlier this year, and have been kicking yourself ever since, then we have some good news for you. Last Friday, the publisher launched a bunch of pre-order options on its website, giving players...

It's fair to say that we didn't see C-Smash VRS coming when it was initially announced. A VR sequel to one of Sega's most obscure titles wasn't something many of us had on our 2023 bingo cards, but the game – developed by RapidEyeMovers and Wolf & Wood – turned out to be one of the most...

If you're keen on upgrading your Dreamcast for the modern era, then you'll already be aware mods such as Optical Disc Emulators and HDMI-out already exist. These enhancements allow you to run games from flash media and obtain the best possible picture quality but are quite expensive when...

Sega's Japanese account has announced on Twitter that a new project based on its RPG series Rent-A-Hero is currently in development and scheduled for release next year. But before you go getting too excited, it appears that the new game won't be a traditional follow-up, as many would hope...

Zia and the Goddesses of Magic is one of OrionSoft's previous games A new crowdfunding campaign has gone live for a Windows and Linux tool that aims to make the process of producing retro games for classic systems more straightforward. OrionSoft's Retro Game Designer "uses a very simple...

Obbe Vermeij, a former technical director at Rockstar North who notably worked on Grand Theft Auto III (among other GTA titles), yesterday acknowledged the recent fan effort to port Grand Theft Auto III to the Sega Dreamcast, calling the project "impressive". Responding to a tweet from...

Update [Tue 10th Sep, 2024 20:00 BST]: It looks like 8BitMods' VMU Pro will feature a color display: Original Story [Sat 3rd Aug, 2024 19:30 BST]: If you've heard of the name 8BitMods, then you'll almost certainly be aware of the fact that the company creates an amazing line of 'new' memory...

2001's SEGAGAGA is one of the most unique games on the Dreamcast. In it, the player is tasked with restoring the fortunes of an ailing Sega against its evil rival, DOGMA, a company which owns most of the console market (and is clearly inspired by Sony). Laced with humour and packed with...