Ristar

System: Game Gear Release date: February 1995 Stretch into a starry adventure with Ristar on the Game Gear, the February 1995 platformer from Sega that puts you in the stretchy arms of a cosmic hero saving a galaxy from an evil tyrant. This vibrant spin-off from Sonic’s creators trades speed for grabbing action—but does it…

Shinobi II

System: Game Gear Release date: December 1992 Slice through the shadows with Shinobi II: The Silent Fury on the Game Gear, the December 1992 action-platformer from Sega that unleashes ninja Joe Musashi on a portable quest to thwart the Neo Zeed syndicate. This handheld sequel blends stealth, combat, and platforming—but does it still cut deep…

Tails Adventure

System: Game Gear Release date: November 1995 Soar into a pint-sized platforming quest with Tails Adventure on the Game Gear, the November 1995 spin-off from Sega that puts Sonic’s fox pal Tails in the pilot seat for a solo romp. This Metroidvania-style adventure trades speed for exploration—but does it still fly high in 2025? Let’s…

Streets of Rage 2

System: Game Gear Release date: December 1993 Punch your way through urban chaos with Streets of Rage 2 on the Game Gear, the December 1993 beat-’em-up gem from Sega that brings bare-knuckle brawling to the handheld streets. Join Axel, Blaze, and pals to take down Mr. X’s crime syndicate—but does it still pack a wallop…