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SEGA Genesis Classic Collection going for Gold on PC

by: Jeremy -
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Sega has announced a new version of its Sega Genesis Classic Collection for PC gamers, dubbed the Gold Edition. The pack, which has seen variations released on multiple systems over the past few years, will bring 46 classic, 16-bit titles to the PC on March 15, 2011.

The Gold edition will include all of the following:
  • Alex Kidd in the Enchanted Castle
  • Alien Soldier 
  • Alien Storm 
  • Altered Beast
  • Biohazard Battle 
  • Bonanza Bros.
  • Columns 
  • Columns III 
  • Comix Zone 
  • Crack Down 
  • Decap Attack 
  • Dr Robotnik’s Mean Bean Machine 
  • E-SWAT 
  • Ecco Jr. 
  • Ecco The Dolphin
  • Ecco: The Tides of Time 
  • Fatal Labyrinth 
  • Flicky 
  • Gain Ground
  • Galaxy Force II 
  • Golden Axe
  • Golden Axe 2
  • Gunstar Heroes 
  • Kid Chameleon 
  • LandStalker 
  • Light Crusader 
  • Ristar 
  • Shining Force 
  • Shining Force II 
  • Shining in the Darkness 
  • Shinobi III
  • Sonic 3 & Knuckles 
  • Sonic 3D Blast 
  • Sonic The Hedgehog 
  • Sonic the Hedgehog 2
  • Sonic Spinball 
  • Space Harrier II 
  • Streets of Rage 
  • Streets of Rage 2
  • Super Thunder Blade 
  • Sword of Vermillion 
  • ToeJam & Earl 
  • ToeJam & Earl 2
  • Virtua Fighter 2 
  • Vectorman 
  • Wonder Boy III: Monster Lair 
That is quite a collection there and something that will surely please classic-game fans with fond memories of Sega’s powerhouse 16-bit system. You can check out some images from the games included in the pack below and read the full press release on the next page.
 

RELIVE A GOLDEN ERA WITH SEGA!

Discover a new favorite, or rediscover an old friend from SEGA’s classic Genesis titles

LONDON & SAN FRANCISCO (February 17, 2011) – SEGA® Europe Ltd. and SEGA® America Inc. today announced SEGA Genesis Classic Collection Gold Edition , the ultimate collection of SEGA Genesis games for the PC. This special edition consists of 46 classic Genesis titles and will hit North American stores on March 15.

SEGA Genesis Classic Collection Gold Edition will have configuring keyboard support which provides a personalised gaming experience, as well as a multiplayer mode for a select number of titles. The save and load functionality included in all the games allows you to pick up and play all games at the exact point you left off.

So whether you prefer the super high speeds of Sonic The Hedgehog 2, the in-depth gameplay of Shining Force or fighting your way through the ranks of Virtua Fighter 2, SEGA Genesis Classic Collection Gold Edition is the definitive compilation for any fan of SEGA games from the nostalgic Genesis console’s era.