Retro Games From 1993

Treasure's explosive debut title redefined run-and-gun gameplay with its weapon fusion system, acrobatic combat, and cinematic boss battles. Players control Gunstar Red or Blue to stop the evil Empire from obtaining four mystical gems with world-ending power.

The Genesis port of SNK's seminal 1992 fighting game featuring improved mechanics from the Neo Geo original. Players choose between 8 fighters (including Terry Bogard, Andy Bogard, and Joe Higashi) to compete in the King of Fighters tournament against the deadly Wolfgang Krauser.

Based on the animated TV series, this 1993 Genesis game combines side-scrolling action with strategic mech deployment across 15 missions. Players control Exofleet pilots battling the Neosapien rebellion in interplanetary warfare using transformable E-Frames.

The 1993 Genesis port of Midway's revolutionary arcade fighting game that sparked worldwide controversy with its digitized graphics and graphic fatalities. Features the original 7 characters including Scorpion, Sub-Zero, and Johnny Cage battling in the Outworld tournament.

Phantasy Star IV is a sci-fi RPG developed and published by Sega for the Genesis. Released in 1993, it concludes the original Phantasy Star saga with an epic story spanning the Algol star system. The game features turn-based combat with innovative combo techniques and manga-style cutscenes.

A tactical RPG following hero Bowie and his allies as they battle the evil Zeon to save the Kingdom of Granseal. Features turn-based grid combat with over 30 recruitable characters.

Play as Sparkster, the rocket-powered opossum knight, in this high-speed Action-Platformer. Defend the kingdom of Zebulos from the evil pig army with your sword skills and rocket pack maneuvers across 12 explosive stages.

Teenage Mutant Hero Turtles: Tournament Fighters is the European version of Konami's 1993 fighting game, featuring the Turtles in weapon-based combat across interdimensional arenas. This Genesis iteration includes exclusive characters like Wingnut and Armaggon, with a story mode where players battle to stop Krang's fighting tournament that threatens Earth.

Jurassic Park for Sega Genesis is an action-adventure game based on the blockbuster film. Players control Dr. Alan Grant as he navigates Isla Nublar, avoiding dinosaurs while completing objectives to escape the island.

Disney's Aladdin is a 1993 platform game developed by Virgin Games and published by Sega for the Genesis. Based on the 1992 animated film, players control Aladdin through Agrabah, battling enemies with apples and his scimitar while avoiding hazards.

The Punisher is a 1993 beat 'em up game developed and published by Sega for the Genesis. Based on the Marvel Comics character, players control Frank Castle through 8 stages of vigilante justice against crime syndicates, featuring brutal combat mechanics and weapon pickups.

A platform game based on the Tiny Toon Adventures cartoon series, featuring Buster Bunny's quest to find hidden treasure while battling Montana Max across various themed worlds.

The ultimate team-up beat 'em up featuring the Battletoads and the Double Dragon brothers joining forces against the Dark Queen and Shadow Boss. Combines the best elements of both franchises with four-player combat.

A side-scrolling action game featuring Wolverine, Cyclops, Gambit, and Nightcrawler battling through iconic X-Men locations to stop Magneto's latest scheme. Includes special mutant powers and cooperative gameplay.

Haunting Starring Polterguy is a 1993 action-horror comedy game for Sega Genesis where players control a ghost named Polterguy who must scare the Sardini family out of their home. The game combines spooky atmosphere with humorous interactions and creative haunting mechanics.

A weapons-based fighting game featuring 10 unique characters, each with their own special moves and fatal techniques. Known for its brutal combat and digitized graphics.

This 1993 Genesis exclusive sequel to the Hyperstone Heist features the Turtles battling Shredder's revived Foot Clan across New York. Players switch between Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello and Raphael with unique move sets in this side-scrolling beat 'em up with destructible environments and special team-up attacks.

A futuristic take on Sega's classic OutRun series set in the year 2019. Features anti-gravity vehicles racing through floating courses with branching paths and power-up systems.