Now whether you agree with that or not, fellow gamers, is entirely up to you, but what we’re here to do today is take a second look at a game that went head to head with a lot of the big beat em’ ups of the era, most notably “Final Fight.” So, with that in mind, let us plug in our Sega Genesis, pop in “Streets of Rage 2,” and get ready for some serious battles on the mean streets! 10 ToeJam & Earl Because Sega’s most popular console used the widely understood Motorola 68000 processor, it has enjoyed a long and healthy afterlife in indie software. For a system that was supposed to have been left behind in the 90s, software is still being made for the Genesis. Many of these games have seen physical release on aftermarket Genesis ROM cartridges, while others have been electronically distributed as emulator ROMs.
The NHL series – also known as EA Hockey in some parts of the world – ranks alongside Madden and FIFA when it comes to essential 16-bit sports series. This sequel is regarded by many fans as the apex of the franchise on the Mega Drive; it builds on the amazing multiplayer experience offered by earlier entries with new animations, abilities and the opportunity to save your records. Considered by some to be one of the best sports video games ever produced, NHL '94 is a must-have if you’re looking for two-player action on your Mega Drive. ONE37pm's 30 Most Anticipated Games of 2024 It’s a game that requires gamers to be strategic and plan ahead, especially since the terrain plays a huge part on how each game goes. Apart from being a Sega Genesis exclusive, the game was also only released in Japan, which surely made SNES users jealous. However, the game was later made available worldwide as an unofficial ROM.