The Golden Axe series is one of Sega's most iconic fantasy beat 'em ups, blending swords, magic, and cooperative combat into unforgettable adventures. After the massive success of the first two games, Sega released Golden Axe III in 1993 for the Sega Mega Drive (Genesis). Unlike its predecessors, however, this final chapter never received a wide international release and was initially available only in Japan, later reaching other players through the Sega Channel.