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POWER UP in our gallerySega is bringing a Virtual Console-like experience to PC digital distribution platforms. Sega Genesis Classics is a series of individual Genesis games available for download via Steam and additional, unspecified download services.

On June 1, PC users will be able to download Golden Axe, Ecco the Dolphin, Comix Zone, and Vectorman, "from $2.99." We don't yet know how the prices will vary per game, but even if just one is that cheap, it's quite a savings over the $8 Virtual Console price.

The screenshots sent out by Sega also include images of Gain Ground, Altered Beast, Space Harrier, Crack Down, Sonic 3D Blast, and Shadow Dancer, so we can expect to see those games from the distant past on PC in the near future.

Update: Sega's blog post about the collection clears up the launch lineup: all of these games will actually be available June 1.

Gallery: Sega Genesis Classics (PC)

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You can get a slightly better idea of what the game would have played like with the alpha footage after the break. As you'll see, it kind of looks like a blend of Blasto and Red Faction, which probably sounds a lot better in theory than practice.

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While most of the attention is being lavished on the latest WiiWare release, don't discount today's Virtual Console offerings. Up for grabs are two very solid retro titles for the Sega Genesis and NES. Check out the video above, then cruise past the break for the rest.

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A pseudo-classic Genesis sidescroller debuts on Virtual Console today, as well as an NES sports favorite ... but really, you're playing Mega Man 9 right now. We know. You're not even reading this, are you?
  • Super Dodge Ball (NES, 1-2 players, 500 Wii Points): Without adding too much innuendo, the gameplay is pretty self-explanatory. You dodge balls.
  • Vectorman (Sega Genesis, 1 player, 800 Wii Points): While he never became as popular as Mega Man, this robot fought without a torso, and best of all, could shoot upwards.

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Well folks, just as stated, we've got a new Mega Man game to play this week. What's even better is that along with the sure-to-be-awesome Mega Man 9, we've also got some solid retail releases. And there's a surprise or two with this week's Virtual Console releases, as well. Head on past the break for the info. This week is going to be chock full of gaming goodness.

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Well, if you just happen to be in Europe and are nursing an irrational hatred of Sega (hey, who knows?), then this is not the week for you. Just forget about the Virtual Console and go cycling through the countryside. If, on the other hand, you happen to be a big Sega fan, then rejoice! This one's for you, cause it's all about the Mega Drive.

Out today on the VC:

Sonic Spinball -- 800 Wii points
The Story of Thor -- 800 Wii points
Vectorman -- 800 Wii points

Will you be dropping large blocks of Wii points on any of these, or will you take a pass?

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In the grand tradition of Xbox Live Arcade having one title announced, here comes the competition with four announcements in one. The Wii's Virtual Console will be seeing four games from Sega sometime soon and while they're not all winners, there is some good news.

The good news is that the tragically under-appreciated Beyond Oasis will be making its way to the Virtual Console. The bad news is so is Sonic Spinball, Sword of Vermillion and Vectorman. Unless of course you enjoy them. In that case, congratulations!

At 800 points each ($8.00), they're all somewhat of a hard sell, but Beyond Oasis is certainly worth a download if you never got a chance to play it before. Others like Vectorman, on the other hand, are proof that nostalgia can be quite the mistress.

Coincidentally, all of these titles have been available on GameTap for quite some time.

Gallery: Sega's Virtual Console Titles

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Of all the classic games in Sega Genesis Collection, Altered Beast is probably the one I have the most fond memories of. I remember, as a wee lad, going over my cousin's house to see him play it on his new Sega Genesis. Back then, the graphics were so unbelievably awesome, and when I saw the main character transform into a werewolf, I just about died with excitement. It's truly a classic.

And the Vectorman series is a classic in its own right. In Vectorman 2, which was released in 1996, you are charged with battlng mutant insects and ultimately saving the world by defeating the Black Widow Queen.

JoystiqAltered Beast, Vectorman 2 Sega Genesis Collection videos originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 28 Oct 2006 12:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If you're into classic games like me, you're probably eagerly awaiting the Nintendo Wii's Virtual Console feature so that you can play not only some Nintendo games, but some Genesis games as well. For those of you Sony fanboys that'll avoid the Wii like its a smelly grandmother, there's finally an alternative: Sega Genesis Collection, a compliation of nearly thirty Genesis games is heading to the PSP. The disc will not only come loaded with the games, but exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes footage. PSP owners can rejoice in knowing that an exclusive wireless multiplayer mode is being created just for them. Maybe it'll even support Game Sharing? (I hope so!) Here's the list of games:
  1. Alex Kidd
  2. Altered Beast
  3. Bonanza Bros.
  4. Columns
  5. Comix Zone
  6. Decap Attack
  7. Ecco the Dolphin
  8. Ecco: The Tides of Time
  9. Ecco Jr.
  10. Eternal Champions
  11. Flicky
  12. Gain Ground
  13. Golden Axe
  14. Golden Axe II
  15. Golden Axe III
  16. Phantasy Star II
  17. Phantasy Star III
  18. Phantasy Star IV
  19. Ristar
  20. Shadow Dancer: Secret of Shinobi
  21. Shinobi III
  22. Sonic the Hedgehog
  23. Sonic the Hedgehog 2
  24. Super Thunderblade
  25. Sword of Vermillion
  26. Vectorman
  27. Vectorman 2
  28. Virtua Fighter 2
Whoa... out of breath just reading that list. Visit 1up to see details about all of these classics.

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BattletoadsRacketboy.com recently offered up this list of 'Classic Franchises That Actually NEED a Resurrection'...
  • Darkstalkers
  • Shining Force
  • Battletoads
  • Strider
  • Killer Instinct
  • Vectorman
  • Starcraft
  • System Shock
  • Road Rash
  • PowerStone
Runners-up: Clayfighter, Story of Thor/Oasis, Lost Vikings, Rocket Knight Adventures, Jetman, and Jet Set Radio

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