Sega Lord X – I go over the SG-1000, Sega’s first real entry into the home console market. I also look at 24 games from its library and a few of the variants that saw release elsewhere in the world. Please take a moment and read the notes about this episode at the bottom of the description for more info and corrections.
GVMERS – More often than not, western role-playing games emphasize two genres—fantasy and science fiction. Developer Obsidian Entertainment and publisher Sega dared to pursue a different path with their self-proclaimed espionage RPG Alpha Protocol. Yet, in its ambitious attempt to forge a new style of role-playing title, Obsidian faced myriad challenges that ultimately diminished the overall quality of the final product. In turn, Alpha Protocol garnered lukewarm reviews upon release and, consequently, failed to move the needle on the sales charts.
Much of the project’s developmental woes stemmed from poor leadership on the part of both Obsidian and Sega, though the latter especially struggled to find its footing while assisting with the production and budgetary process. Despite the ups and downs, however, Obsidian still managed to deliver a Jason Bourne-style adventure that eventually gained cult status amongst a group of players who saw past Alpha Protocol’s numerous flaws.
Unrefined gunplay, a clunky cover system, and unpolished combat encounters significantly hindered the gameplay mechanics. Enemy AI didn’t fare any better, culminating in a stealth experience that felt half-baked at best and completely uninspired at its worst. These shortcomings aside, the reactivity of Alpha Protocol’s game-world, coupled with its branching narrative paths, turned the 2010 title into a modern cult classic, one that fans are eager to see return as a sequel. Unfortunately, the lackluster sales performance caused Sega to abandon the spy property before it had even spent a few months on the market.
Ben Schmerler – I got very lucky this week and made some INCREDIBLE pick ups at a local community yard sale, then made 2 big Facebook Marketplace pick ups. It’s a long video because I got so much! Hit me up on Instagram if you are interested in any of my doubles for trade.
Intellivision – The E3 presentation of the upcoming Intellivision Amico. They talk about the idea behind the console, the upcoming games and what to expect when it ships.
Tales & Treasures – Do note that plants are finicky and might die anyways even if you do everything right! In this episode I´d like to share my brilliant, genius level gameroom decor tip! *Genius and brilliant parts are debatable
Game Sack – Sega is celebrating their 60th anniversary with the release of the Sega Astro City Mini in Japan. I imported it even though I’m not really into “Mini” consoles, but being all arcade games by Sega, I couldn’t resist.
Gamers Attic – Hello, Friends welcome to a special 3 in 1 episode in the Warpzone. Oldschool AL, and Player1, take it away with some vintage toy unboxings, advice on card collecting, and grading, and a look at some Star Wars Power Of The Force Vintage Figures. Episodes 26, 27, 28.