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Golden Axe II (Sega Mega Drive) – The Sequel That Strengthened the Legacy

Games | 20 September 2025
When Sega released the original Golden Axe in 1989, it quickly became one of the most iconic fantasy beat 'em ups of the era. Two years later, in 1991, Sega followed up with Golden Axe II for the Sega Mega Drive (Genesis)—a sequel that refined the formula with improved combat, stronger magic, and a new villain to test the heroes of Yuria.

Golden Axe (Sega Mega Drive) – Sega’s Legendary Fantasy Beat ’Em Up

Games | 20 September 2025
Among Sega's most iconic 16-bit titles, Golden Axe stands tall as a fantasy adventure that blended hack-and-slash combat with cooperative gameplay. Released in 1989 in arcades and later ported to the Sega Mega Drive (Genesis), it brought the sword-swinging, magic-casting action of the arcade into living rooms around the world.

Contra: Hard Corps (Sega Mega Drive) – The Toughest Run-and-Gun Classic

Games | 20 September 2025
If you grew up in the 90s and loved fast-paced action games, chances are you crossed paths with Contra: Hard Corps. Released in 1994 for the Sega Mega Drive (Genesis), this was the first Contra game made exclusively for home consoles—and it showed. With branching storylines, multiple playable characters, and some of the most chaotic boss battles ever seen in 16-bit gaming, Hard Corps quickly earned a reputation as one of the most challenging (and rewarding) entries in the series.

Comix Zone (Sega Mega Drive) – A Comic Book Come to Life

Games | 20 September 2025
In the golden era of the 90s, when side-scrolling beat 'em ups were everywhere, Sega created something entirely unique—Comix Zone. Released in 1995 for the Sega Mega Drive (Genesis), the game stood out for its innovative comic book presentation, gritty atmosphere, and challenging gameplay.

Banjo-Kazooie (N64) – Rare’s Masterpiece of 3D Platforming

Games | 20 September 2025
When it comes to Nintendo 64 classics, few titles are as universally loved as Banjo-Kazooie. Released in 1998 by Rare, this charming 3D platformer combined colorful worlds, clever puzzles, and unforgettable humor into an experience that still resonates with players today. It wasn't just another platformer—it was a bold statement that Rare could stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Nintendo's own Super Mario 64.

GoldenEye 007 (N64) – The Game That Redefined Console Shooters

Games | 20 September 2025
In the mid-90s, nobody expected a movie tie-in game to change the future of console gaming. Yet in 1997, GoldenEye 007 for the Nintendo 64 (N64) did exactly that. What was supposed to be a simple adaptation of the James Bond film turned into one of the most celebrated first-person shooters of all time, introducing mechanics and multiplayer fun that shaped the genre for decades to come.

Batman Forever (DOS) – Gotham’s Digitized Adventure

Games | 18 September 2025
In the mid-90s, Batman was everywhere—on the big screen, in cartoons, and of course, in video games. Among those adaptations was Batman Forever (DOS), a PC game based on the 1995 movie starring Val Kilmer as Batman, Chris O'Donnell as Robin, and villains Two-Face and The Riddler.

Need for Speed II (PSX) – More Cars, More Tracks, More Speed

Games | 18 September 2025
After the success of the original Need for Speed, fans were eager for more high-octane thrills. In 1997, Need for Speed II hit the PlayStation (PSX), expanding the formula with new exotic cars, diverse tracks, and faster gameplay. This sequel didn't just build on what came before—it became one of the most iconic racing titles of the late 90s.

Need for Speed (PSX) – The Beginning of a Racing Legacy

Games | 18 September 2025
Before the endless sequels, open-world expansions, and cinematic storylines, there was simply Need for Speed. Released in the mid-90s, the original game laid the foundation for what would become one of the most recognizable racing franchises in gaming history.

Mortal Kombat 4 (PSX) – The Franchise Enters the 3D Era

Games | 18 September 2025
By the late 90s, the fighting game landscape was shifting. 2D brawlers like Street Fighter and King of Fighters were still popular, but the rise of 3D fighters such as Tekken and Virtua Fighter proved that the future of the genre was changing. Midway wasn't about to be left behind, and in 1997 they released Mortal Kombat 4, the first fully 3D entry in the iconic franchise.

Mortal Kombat II (SNES) – The Sequel That Perfected the Kombat

Games | 17 September 2025
When Mortal Kombat first hit arcades in 1992, it shocked and amazed players with its gritty visuals, unique characters, and violent finishing moves. But just one year later, Midway raised the stakes with Mortal Kombat II—a sequel that not only expanded the roster and moveset but also solidified the franchise as a cornerstone of the fighting game genre.

Mortal Kombat 1 (SNES) – Playable Online via Web Browser

Games | 17 September 2025
Few games in the history of gaming have had the cultural impact of Mortal Kombat. First released in arcades in 1992, it quickly became one of the most controversial, talked-about, and beloved fighting games ever created. Its brutal combat, iconic characters, and unforgettable catchphrases cemented its legacy in gaming history.

Batman Forever: The Arcade Game (PSX) – Gotham’s Over-the-Top Beat ’Em Up

Games | 16 September 2025
The 90s were a golden era for both comic book adaptations and arcade-style beat 'em ups. So when Midway and Acclaim decided to give Batman the full arcade treatment, the result was Batman Forever: The Arcade Game, an explosive, fast-paced fighter that cranked Gotham's action up to eleven. Released first in arcades and later ported to consoles like the PlayStation (PSX), it delivered non-stop chaos, colorful visuals, and the kind of button-mashing fun you'd expect from the arcades of that era.

Barbie: Gotta Have Games (PSX) – Mini-Game Fun for All Ages

Games | 16 September 2025
When people think of PlayStation classics, action-packed adventures and racing games often come to mind. But the PSX library had something for everyone—including fun, family-friendly titles. One shining example is Barbie: Gotta Have Games, a colorful collection of mini-games that brought Barbie's world to life in a playful and interactive way.
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