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Title: The Sega Genesis Challenge Returns!!!
Post by: finerion on 11/06/2010, 11:39 AM
The Sega Genesis Challenge Returns!!!

After a long hiatus, The Alfred Effect has relaunched and with it comes The Sega Genesis Challenge. I've posted the first two games of the series below and will be following it up with more of the classic episodes every couple of days. All of this is leading up to a brand new start to the series in January 2019 with the first new gameplay video and write-up since 2012!


Sega Genesis Challenge Part 1: Wonder Boy in Monster World
http://www.thealfredeffect.com/the-sega-genesis-challenge-wonder-boy-in-monster-world/

Sega Genesis Challenge Part 2: Wings of Wor
http://www.thealfredeffect.com/the-sega-genesis-challenge-wings-of-wor/

Sega Genesis Challenge Part 3: Chiki Chiki Boys
http://www.thealfredeffect.com/the-sega-genesis-challenge-chiki-chiki-boys/

Sega Genesis Challenge Part 4: Ranger X
http://www.thealfredeffect.com/the-sega-genesis-challenge-ranger-x/

Sega Genesis Challenge Part 5: Valis III
http://www.thealfredeffect.com/the-sega-genesis-challenge-valis-iii/

Sega Genesis Challenge Part 6: Insector X
http://www.thealfredeffect.com/the-sega-genesis-challenge-insector-x/

Sega Genesis Challenge Part 7: Alien 3
http://www.thealfredeffect.com/the-sega-genesis-challenge-alien-3/

Sega Genesis Challenge Part 8: Zombies Ate My Neighbors
http://www.thealfredeffect.com/the-sega-genesis-challenge-zombies-ate-my-neighbors/

Sega Genesis Challenge Part 9: Cyborg Justice
http://www.thealfredeffect.com/the-sega-genesis-challenge-cyborg-justice/

Sega Genesis Challenge Part 10: Virtual Pinball
http://www.thealfredeffect.com/the-sega-genesis-challenge-virtual-pinball/

Sega Genesis Challenge Part 11: Red Zone
http://www.thealfredeffect.com/the-sega-genesis-challenge-red-zone/

Sega Genesis Challenge Part 12: Battle Squadron
http://www.thealfredeffect.com/the-sega-genesis-challenge-battle-squadron/
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 11/06/2010, 10:49 PM
Updated with new articles and videos.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 11/08/2010, 10:07 PM
Updated with new articles and new videos.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 11/11/2010, 10:20 PM
Updated with new videos.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: BlueBMW on 11/12/2010, 07:10 AM
Where's the review for Lords of Thunder on Sega CD? :P
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 11/12/2010, 05:17 PM
Quote from: BlueBMW on 11/12/2010, 07:10 AMWhere's the review for Lords of Thunder on Sega CD? :P
I'd love to do one but I don't have a copy yet. :( Will gladly take one as a donation if you want to contribute to the project. ;)
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 02/12/2011, 08:07 AM
Updated with the latest videos.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: esteban on 02/12/2011, 09:40 AM
Quote from: BlueBMW on 11/12/2010, 07:10 AMWhere's the review for Lords of Thunder on Sega CD? :P
Exactly.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 02/12/2011, 09:44 AM
Quote from: esteban on 02/12/2011, 09:40 AM
Quote from: BlueBMW on 11/12/2010, 07:10 AMWhere's the review for Lords of Thunder on Sega CD? :P
Exactly.
Hey, I would love nothing more than to do one. I just don't have a copy of the game and haven't been able to find one for a price I'm willing to pay. But trust me, it is on my wanted list (http://www.thealfredeffect.com/?page_id=58).  :-"
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: BlueBMW on 02/12/2011, 09:53 AM
Quote from: finerion on 02/12/2011, 09:44 AM
Quote from: esteban on 02/12/2011, 09:40 AM
Quote from: BlueBMW on 11/12/2010, 07:10 AMWhere's the review for Lords of Thunder on Sega CD? :P
Exactly.
Hey, I would love nothing more than to do one. I just don't have a copy of the game and haven't been able to find one for a price I'm willing to pay. But trust me, it is on my wanted list (http://www.thealfredeffect.com/?page_id=58).  :-"
Could ahem burn one ahem :P  At least until you find a real one.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 02/12/2011, 10:03 AM
Quote from: BlueBMW on 02/12/2011, 09:53 AMCould ahem burn one ahem :P  At least until you find a real one.
True, but I've made it a point to only do reviews for games that I actually own. It wouldn't be the same to me if I just used burned cd's and emulators.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: DragonmasterDan on 02/12/2011, 11:31 AM
The store you went to has a much better Genesis selection than any places I ever visit. All I find are Sonic games, Mortal Kombat and sports titles. Constantly.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 02/16/2011, 07:06 AM
Part 12 is up. Check out how well I handle the late-gen Genesis title, Sub-Terrania.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 03/23/2011, 09:38 AM
Uploaded new videos for The Adventures of Batman and Robin, Eternal Champions, and Strider II. Enjoy!
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 04/04/2011, 12:22 PM
New video links added for Outrun 2019 and Bio-Hazard Battle.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: BlueBMW on 04/04/2011, 10:51 PM
Outrun 2019  =D>  Not sure why, but that's one of my most favorite Genesis games!
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: nat on 04/04/2011, 11:16 PM
Bio Hazard Battle for me. That game is top notch.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 04/08/2011, 08:43 AM
I couldn't quite get the hang of Outrun, but I really did enjoy Bio-Hazard Battle. Some pretty solid shooting there.

I've added links for Crue Ball and Twin Cobra. Motley Crue themed pinball and some classic shmup action. What can go wrong? :)
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: Jesse813 on 04/08/2011, 05:01 PM
Bio-Hazard Battle is indeed an awesome Genesis game :D
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: TheClash603 on 04/08/2011, 06:28 PM
Quote from: finerion on 04/08/2011, 08:43 AMI couldn't quite get the hang of Outrun
Go back, play it some more, and get the hang of it.  One of the all-time greats right there, you must appreciate it!
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: Jesse813 on 04/08/2011, 08:10 PM
I checked your site out some more finerion and added it to my bookmarks as it was pretty awesome :)
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 04/08/2011, 08:29 PM
Quote from: TheClash603 on 04/08/2011, 06:28 PM
Quote from: finerion on 04/08/2011, 08:43 AMI couldn't quite get the hang of Outrun
Go back, play it some more, and get the hang of it.  One of the all-time greats right there, you must appreciate it!
Oh I definitely enjoy the original Outrun. Just something about Outrun 2019 just didn't seem to play as well though. Can't quite put my finger on it.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 04/08/2011, 08:30 PM
Quote from: Jesse813 on 04/08/2011, 08:10 PMI checked your site out some more finerion and added it to my bookmarks as it was pretty awesome :)
Thanks! I really appreciate it. :)
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: Jesse813 on 04/08/2011, 08:57 PM
Your Welcome :) Keep up the Good Work :)
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: Tatsujin on 04/08/2011, 11:58 PM
Quote from: TheClash603 on 04/08/2011, 06:28 PM
Quote from: finerion on 04/08/2011, 08:43 AMI couldn't quite get the hang of Outrun
Go back, play it some more, and get the hang of it.  One of the all-time greats right there, you must appreciate it!
It still depends on which plattform ;)
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: Tatsujin on 04/09/2011, 12:01 AM
Quote from: BlueBMW on 04/04/2011, 10:51 PMOutrun 2019  =D>  Not sure why, but that's one of my most favorite Genesis games!
Damn, how strong must you hate the genesis.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: BlueBMW on 04/09/2011, 10:35 PM
Quote from: Tatsujin on 04/09/2011, 12:01 AM
Quote from: BlueBMW on 04/04/2011, 10:51 PMOutrun 2019  =D>  Not sure why, but that's one of my most favorite Genesis games!
Damn, how strong must you hate the genesis.
:lol:  Genesis was never one of my favorites, but a few games are passable in my book :P
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 04/15/2011, 10:16 AM
Added three more videos, Fatal Rewind, Kid Chameleon, and Pac Attack. Hoping you guys continue to enjoy! If you like what you see and want to keep up to date on when I post new content feel free to subscribe to my RSS feed at the top of the page. Thanks!
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: BlueBMW on 04/15/2011, 11:22 AM
When are you going to start doing the Laseractive Mega LDs :P
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 04/15/2011, 12:23 PM
Quote from: BlueBMW on 04/15/2011, 11:22 AMWhen are you going to start doing the Laseractive Mega LDs :P
Still waiting on someone to donate some. :P
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: Jesse813 on 04/15/2011, 09:47 PM
i have a bunch of cart only games i don't need anymore if you want them.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 04/15/2011, 09:54 PM
Quote from: Jesse813 on 04/15/2011, 09:47 PMi have a bunch of cart only games i don't need anymore if you want them.
Send me a PM with what you have and we can talk about it.

Hope you guys are enjoying the videos. Hope to have Pier Solar in my hands within the next few weeks and will definitely be doing some videos of it.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: Jesse813 on 04/15/2011, 10:48 PM
sent you a PM
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 05/01/2011, 09:24 PM
5 new Sega Genesis Challenge videos uploaded. Can't believe that makes over 25 videos so far!
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: BlueBMW on 05/01/2011, 11:45 PM
Whatever you do... DONT review Road Avenger....  after having played the Laserdisc version, the Sega CD version is absolutely terrible! :D
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 05/17/2011, 04:11 PM
Pier Solar finally arrives! Check out my challenge video here: http://www.thealfredeffect.com/?p=545
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 07/01/2011, 06:33 PM
Added three more videos for The Adventures of Mighty Max, Bram Stoker's Dracula, and F-117 Night Storm. Enjoy!
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 07/12/2011, 04:33 PM
Updated with link to Master Blaster 2 video. Look for more soon.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 07/21/2011, 12:02 PM
Three more videos added to the list. This brings the total up to 35. Getting close to the 50 video special. :)
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 09/11/2011, 08:54 PM
Sorry about the delay guys. The challenge is back on track with new videos for Sonic Spinball, Bubsy, and Bubsy 2.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 09/16/2011, 07:30 PM
Another Genesis title down, so many more to go. Today brings Tiny Toon Adventures to the mix.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 09/19/2011, 06:45 AM
Latest video added for Chakam, the Forever Man.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 09/20/2011, 07:30 AM
Number 40 has been posted and this time it is for Devilish an interesting take on the brick breaker design.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 09/20/2011, 09:49 PM
Another day and another video. Today I tackle Predator 2 and boy do I suffer.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 09/22/2011, 07:05 AM
From the makers of Subterrania comes Red Zone the next game that will drive you nuts and make you forget why you even started playing to begin with.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 09/23/2011, 09:03 PM
Another movie adaptation today, this time Alien 3.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 09/26/2011, 07:01 PM
Boldly going where I've never gone before.... Today's game is Star Trek The Next Generation: Echoes of the Past.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 09/29/2011, 08:58 PM
Today I tackle Mazin Saga Mutant Fighter... yeah, I'm just as confused by it as you.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 09/30/2011, 08:14 PM
Today I got to tackle a shooter that I have been looking for for some time: Raiden Trad.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 10/05/2011, 09:42 PM
Rocket Knight Adventures is added to the library and what a ride it is.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 10/06/2011, 06:50 PM
And another one bites the dust. Well, actually, I bite the dust. Pwned by Super Thunder Blade.  :oops:
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 10/20/2011, 09:05 PM
Wow, Challenge video #50 is up and it is one I've been wanting to do for a long time: Battletech. Hope you enjoy as much as I.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: OldRover on 10/21/2011, 08:40 PM
...Chakam? That's an N at the end. :P
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 10/24/2011, 10:49 AM
Quote from: OldRover on 10/21/2011, 08:40 PM...Chakam? That's an N at the end. :P
Good eye, thanks!
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 10/26/2011, 11:47 AM
Trying out a different genre today, racing. Up for your consideration is Virtua Racing (Genesis version). Hope you enjoy!
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 02/13/2012, 11:36 AM
Three more videos added to the growing collection: Super Battletank, Hard Drivin', and Tom and Jerry Frantic Antics. Enjoy!
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge
Post by: finerion on 05/16/2012, 10:16 AM
Hey there guys! I just wanted to drop a quick line to let everyone know that the Sega Genesis Challenge has not yet ended but is merely on vacation while I do a complete overhaul of the game room. I cannot wait to finish things up and do a video showcasing my new setup. Good times and keep tuned for more!
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge Returns!!!
Post by: finerion on 12/23/2018, 05:09 PM
New videos and write-ups coming in January. In the meantime, stay tuned to TheAlfredEffect.com (http://www.thealfredeffect.com) for classic episodes uploaded every couple days.
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge Returns!!!
Post by: finerion on 12/27/2018, 12:27 AM
The latest review has been posted for Alien 3. Check it out here! (https://web.archive.org/web/20190509154352if_/http://www.thealfredeffect.com/the-sega-genesis-challenge-alien-3/)
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge Returns!!!
Post by: finerion on 12/31/2018, 12:32 AM
First new video with the new capture setup is now online. Enjoy Cyborg Justice!
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge Returns!!!
Post by: finerion on 01/06/2019, 07:28 PM
The first shmup of the new year for The Sega Genesis Challenge is now posted. Enjoy Battle Squadron. (https://web.archive.org/web/20190509154315/http://www.thealfredeffect.com/the-sega-genesis-challenge-battle-squadron/)
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge Returns!!!
Post by: NightWolve on 01/06/2019, 11:31 PM
So you're an agent of FEKA, err, SEGA, huh ??? ;)
Title: Re: The Sega Genesis Challenge Returns!!!
Post by: EvilEvoIX on 08/06/2021, 10:02 AM
I am working on Paprium at the moment.  I have hit a bug trying to 100% it so I have to figure out why.