Sega has released a classic '90s throwback advert for its brand new scheme which will see it release a number of games from the '90s and beyond, entirely for free, on mobile devices. The trailer really captures the essence of its retro adverts too, showcasing some crazy visuals, a pumping soundtrack, and of course, someone screaming "Sega" in a screechy voice.
Although it has been a long, long time since Sega was relevant in the hardware space, many of its classic titles hold up under modern play. Games like the original Sonic the Hedgehog quadrilogy, Comix Zone, Ninja Gaiden, Streets of Rage, Altered Beast, Golden Axe, Road Rash and many more.
All of those will be made for free at some point in the near future as part of the Sega Forever collection. They'll also come with new contemporary features like cloud saves, controller support and leaderboards, letting you complete against other retro gamers from around the world.
The reason Sega is offering them for free of course, is because they are advert supported. If you'd rather ditch the adverts and play a more classic, ad-free experience, you can pay $2 per game to have them forever, in their original guise.
"Above all else Sega Forever is a celebration of nostalgia. It’s about allowing fans to reconnect with past experiences and share them with family and friends in an accessible and convenient way," explains Mike Evans, CMO of Sega’s Mobile Division in the West. "Join us on a journey of rediscovery as we roll out two decades of classic games free on mobile. Create your own ‘Sega Forever folder’ and collect your favorite classics. Enjoy moments of nostalgia on the go, or sync a Bluetooth controller to enjoy a console-like experience in your living room. Sega Forever democratizes retro gaming, and seeks to change how the world plays, rediscovers, and shares in classic game experiences."
