The Best Sega Genesis Games for Android and iOS
Sega has launched Sega Forever, a service offering classic games for iOS and Android devices.
Sega Forever is bringing classic gaming to your smartphone, with cloud save, Bluetooth controller support and online leaderboards. Even if you’re offline, you can still enjoy the nostalgia of retro gaming.
Sega has answered the call of gamers everywhere with Sega Forever, a new mobile app that allows users to play classic 16-bit-era Sega games on their smartphones. With this release, retro gaming is now more accessible than ever - no matter where you are.
Check out the list of the best Sega Genesis games for Android and iPhone
Shinobi’s Revenge
Players take on the role of a ninja seeking revenge in Sega’s classic game, The Revenge of Shinobi. Armed with an array of weapons and special powers, they must battle their way through a former Japanese crime syndicate to save their kidnapped girlfriend and defeat the shogun. Available on Android and iOS, this retro-style game offers ninjutsu skills to master and hidden powers to collect.
Players battle an evil criminal organization, using magical powers and a soundtrack by Yuzo Koshiro to aid them in their mission.
The Revenge of Shinobi, one of the first games available for the Sega Genesis, may not be as polished as its sequel, Shinobi III. But it still offers a unique and satisfying experience - throwing eight shurikens at enemies while performing a jumping somersault.
Classic Comix Zone
In Comix Zone (1995), players take on the role of Sketch Turner, a rock musician who finds himself trapped in the comic book he created. As they battle their way through the pages, enemies are drawn right before their eyes. This unique game offers an immersive experience unlike any other.
Players take on the role of Sketch Turner, a comic book artist who finds himself trapped in his own postapocalyptic creation. With enemies and bosses retreating when he enters the box, players must battle their way through to the final showdown with Mortus and escape the comic world. Comix Zone Classic (Android, iPhone) offers a visually stunning experience that will challenge even the most experienced gamers.
Players can battle their way through comic panels, engaging with other characters through witty dialogue. Compatible with HID controllers and playable without wifi, this game also offers leaderboards where players from around the world can compete for the highest score.
Gunstar Heroes
Gunstar Heroes is a classic side-scrolling shooter renowned for its vibrant visuals and intense gameplay. Fans of fast-paced action will find plenty to love, though they should be warned that their thumbs may get a workout.
Gunstar Heroes (Android, iOS) is a fast-paced, action-packed shooter game. Players take control of one of two characters with distinct play styles and must use their quick reflexes and hand-eye coordination to shoot their way through the game’s relentless pace. The objective is simple: shoot everything!
Players can switch between two characters and must use quick reflexes and hand coordination to shoot all enemies in the fast-paced game.
Streets of Rage 2
The Streets of Rage series has been a beloved classic among beat ’em up fans since its debut in 1991. The game follows vigilantes who take on crime-ridden streets with nothing but their fists. Sega’s original Streets of Rage was a hit, and two sequels followed, with many players considering the second installment the best of the bunch.
Streets of Rage 2, a classic beat-em-up video game from the mid-1980s, has become renowned for its cohesive theme and character design, lush illustrated backgrounds, great controls and satisfying co-op action. Its success on the Sega Genesis helped to bolster the platform’s image in the US.
Kid Chameleon Classic
Kid Chameleon, a 1992 platform game with over 100 stages and secret areas to discover, is an overlooked classic that deserves a second look.
Kid Chameleon must use the magical masks at his disposal to take on the villain and save the day. These masks grant him superhuman abilities, such as transforming into a flying superhero, a human tank, a medieval knight, an axe-wielding maniac or even a speedy cyclone.
classic crazy taxi
In Sega’s open world driving game, players can make big profits by taking risks and going wild - navigating traffic, steep roads and pedestrian areas while performing jumps, bumps and flights. The crazier the trip, the more points and money they’ll earn.
Crazy Taxi Classic, available for Android and iPhone, is a faithful recreation of the beloved Sega classic. With simplified controls and an open world design that was ahead of its time, it’s sure to keep players glued to their screens for hours.
You take on the role of a taxi driver, tasked with getting your customers to their destination in record time. This version of the classic Dreamcast game features an arcade mode and music from The Offspring and Bad Religion. To get the most out of it, Bluetooth controllers are recommended over on-screen controls.
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