#SegaGenesisGames

[mrekco-gamer]

The Punisher on Sega Genesis: A 16-Bit Beat 'Em Up Classic

Remember when comic book heroes starred in fun video games? The Punisher on Sega Genesis was one of the best.

Released in 1994, this side-scrolling beat 'em up let you play as Frank Castle, the gritty vigilante from Marvel Comics. The gameplay was simple but satisfying - punch, kick, and shoot your way through waves of bad guys across gritty urban environments.

What set The Punisher apart was its combat system. Unlike most beat 'em ups of the era, you could pick up and use guns. This added a whole new dimension to the action. Suddenly you weren't just punching thugs, you were blasting them with shotguns and machine guns. It felt true to the character.

The graphics were impressive for the time too. The character sprites were large and detailed, capturing Frank Castle's rugged look. Levels ranged from grimy streets to fancy mansions, all rendered in that distinctive 16-bit style we loved in the 90s.

Of course, it wasn't perfect. The difficulty could be punishing (pun intended), and the gameplay did get repetitive after a while. But for comic fans and beat 'em up enthusiasts, it hit the spot.

Looking back, The Punisher on Genesis stands out as one of the better comic book games of its era. It captured the essence of the character while delivering solid arcade-style action. For a generation of 90s gamers, it was a chance to become The Punisher, if only for a few hours.

Games like this are a reminder of a simpler time in gaming. Before cinematic cutscenes and complex narratives, we had pure action and fun. The Punisher delivered both in spades.

[collaboradev]

A classic play and one of the worst to play with the original Genesis controllers. The 6 button controllers were basically required for this game to be even slightly playable. Such a good game though, my favorite characters were Sub-Zero and Reptile. #mortalkombat #mortalkombat2 #gaming #videogames #gamer #gamers #game #games #gamingcommunity #instagamer #instagaming #sega #segagenesis #segagenesisgames #console #consoles #consolegame #consolegames #consolegaming #retro #retrogame #retrogames #retrogaming #retrogamer #collection #collector #collectors #collecting https://www.instagram.com/p/CaZ0tSMlP_c/?utm_medium=tumblr

[retro-vgm-revival-hour]

Man, to go back I time and purchase those games with those prices #funcoland #retrogaming #retrogames #nesgames #snesgames #segagenesis #segagenesisgames https://www.instagram.com/p/CYzIwjYOZxu/?utm_medium=tumblr

[howwedogaming]

Feeling that old-school vibe again! 🎮 #nintendo64 #nintendo64games #segagenesis #segagenesisgames #nintendoswitchemulator #hwd #howwedogaming #gamers #nintendo https://www.instagram.com/p/CV5sF6Vp-Gt/?utm_medium=tumblr

[gamersdugrenier]

Sonic 2, a Sega Genesis/Megadrive classic in its "not for resale" US version. Not as good as the japanese version but still OK. Sonic 2, un classique de la Sega Genesis/Megadrive dans sa version US "interdite à la revente". Pas aussi bon que la version japonaise mais quand même super. #retrocommunity #retrogamemafia #retrogames #retrogamingcommunity #retrogaming #classicgaming #vintagegaming #segagames #sega #segagenesis #segagenesisgames #segagenesisclassics (à 4ème Arrondissement Marseille, Marseille) https://www.instagram.com/p/CSu3SkUIpeU/?utm_medium=tumblr

[fromthegeekden]

So this is my Video Response to 'Gurnaldinho Plays' series 'Fighting with 5 lives'. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ . Link is in bio: https://youtu.be/CYbvzDfieIE . Simple enough premise, you have 5 lives to get as far as you can! . I decided as this was my first time back playing the original Streets of Rage in a long time, I would not watch any other playthrough's of this until I had completed my own. This was to ensure I came to it completely fresh. Man was that a bad idea! 😂😂😂 . I had so much fun going back and playing this classic. I hope you all enjoy my first attempt in nearly 20 years. . Gurnaldinho plays - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfEB8P4CJok . NathRetro1 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NbFKk06BKoU . RETRO 48K - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eG1Igm1mnrQ . All the best Geeks! . Thanks for watching :) . ------------------------------------------------------- . I have set up a facebook group for my fellow geeks to come join me, hang out and chat about the stuff we love! . www.facebook.com/groups/fromthegeekden . ------------------------------------------------------- . Please click the link below to subscribe, and also hit the little bell to see the rest of my videos as soon as they are released!! . tinyurl.com/y49xlnok . ------------------------------------------------------- . Check out my gaming buddies awesome stuff as well, a really great bunch of guys and gals: @get_switched_on @whatsamod @piproductions2018 @agoodtalkingtoo @pete_fighter_ii @rollerxcoregames @ian_pestell1 @neffy92gamer . ------------------------------------------------------- . Check me out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fromthegeekden/ . Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/the_geek_den . Also now finally have a facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/fromthegeekden/ . ------------------------------------------------------- . #tgd #streetsofrage #streets.of.rage #fighting #fightinggames #ps4 #megadrive #playstation #sega #sega_megadrive_genesis #genesis #segagenesis #segagenesisgames #segamegadrive #segagames #beatemup #geek #collection #ManCave #GuysWhoGame #gamer #gaming #GamerGirl #instagaming #video #youtube #youtuber #youtubers #segaclassics https://www.instagram.com/p/B3z9k2qHx9_/?igshid=1t2gt64acd00t

[stevesauve2007]

Here is Steven filming #thelostviking based on the #segagenesisgame same title. I have several pictures from set I will post and share. April #ottnews #ottawa #disneyfilms #cbsrecords #promotionalpictures this is my second picture I will post more later. https://www.instagram.com/p/CalQQ-7FlA8/?utm_medium=tumblr

[videogamecollectoreptx]

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[surnativa]

Sega Genesis Score + $270 in Sales! (Live Game Hunting) || $10 Dollar Collection (Episode 11) Subscribe now to see new Retro Video G... #surnativa #facebookstrikesgold #fleamarketmadness #gamechasersmovie #gamecollectingonabudget #gamecollectingtips #gamecollection2020 #gamecollectionroom #gamehuntinggoodwill #gamehuntingvideos #livegamehunting #liveretrovideogamehunting #nintendo #nintendogames #renebean #retrogamer #retrogaming #retrovideogamehunting #retrovideogames #sega2020 #segagenesis #segagenesisgames #thegamechasers #videogamecollectingtips #videogamehuntinglive Source: https://surnativa.com/sega-genesis-score-270-in-sales-live-game-hunting-10-dollar-collection-episode-11/?feed_id=19606&_unique_id=5f4577fdbe572

[hugochamberblog]

Sega Genesis Score + $270 in Sales! (Live Game Hunting) || $10 Dollar Collection (Episode 11) Subscribe now to see new Retro Video G... #hugochamber #facebookstrikesgold #fleamarketmadness #gamechasersmovie #gamecollectingonabudget #gamecollectingtips #gamecollection2020 #gamecollectionroom #gamehuntinggoodwill #gamehuntingvideos #livegamehunting #liveretrovideogamehunting #nintendo #nintendogames #renebean #retrogamer #retrogaming #retrovideogamehunting #retrovideogames #sega2020 #segagenesis #segagenesisgames #thegamechasers #videogamecollectingtips #videogamehuntinglive Source: https://hugochamber.org/sega-genesis-score-270-in-sales-live-game-hunting-10-dollar-collection-episode-11/?feed_id=19159&_unique_id=5f4195fb4fad5

[collaboradev]

These are the after pics of the Sega Genesis restoration. The console plays perfectly. This is a welcome addition to my collection. #sega #segagenesis #segagenesisgames #console #consoles #consolegame #consolegames #consolegaming #retro #retrogame #retrogames #retrogaming #collection #collector #collectors #collecting #restore #restoration #restorations #gaming #videogames #gamer #gamers #game #games (at Durango, Colorado) https://www.instagram.com/p/CVF-prqFGoE/?utm_medium=tumblr

[retro-vgm-revival-hour]

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! To commemorate this day, why not listen to 2 amazing #VGM playlists to get you into the spirit, courtesy of the Retro VGM Revival Hour podcast Halloween: https://soundcloud.com/vgmrevivalhour/sets/halloween Castlevania: https://soundcloud.com/vgmrevivalhour/sets/castlevania #castlevania #Halloween2020  #VideoGameMusic #retrogaming #retrogames #konami #nintendoswitch #xbox360 #pcgaming #capcom #residentevil #nesgames #snesgames #segagenesis #segagenesisgames #deadspace #horrorgames #halloweengames https://www.instagram.com/p/CHA5mcOgH-P/?igshid=1k671ipcoxesn

[ruydiaz]

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I'm in the zone...the Chemical Plant Zone that is😝 #sega #segagenesisgames #segagenesis #3ds #sonicthehedgehog2 #retrogaming

[stevesauve2007]

Here is Steven filming #thelostviking based on the #segagenesisgame same title. I have several pictures from set I will post and share. April #ottnews #ottawa #disneyfilms #cbsrecords #promotionalpictures https://www.instagram.com/p/CalPwBZFi2A/?utm_medium=tumblr