We’ve bunched up the best Sega Saturn games in our opinion, and here they are in all their glory. Part of the fifth console generation, this machine from Sega delivered in droves the kind of gaming experiences which weren’t accessible in the past. Equipped with technological advances and a brilliant controller, it was an extremely mind-blowing console to have. First released in Japan in 1995, it made its way into other parts of the world in 1995. And while it enjoyed extreme popularity in Japan, the response to it in other territories was kind of cold due to competition posed by Sony and Nintendo with their PlayStation and Nintendo 64 consoles. Nonetheless, it’s the games that matter at the end of the day, and the Sega Saturn had plenty. Let’s take a look at the ones we found to be the finest ones made available for the console.
1 – Virtua Cop 2
Rail shooters were given a whole new meaning by this beauty when it came out for the Sega Saturn back in 1996. Virtua Cop 2 places you in the shoes of cops who’re out to control a bank robbery. Three arcade-based levels are presents within the game, asking you to shoot criminals that appear on the screen, while you move through a predetermined path. The game even features boss battles at the end of all the levels. These have been beautifully designed as well, and that makes Virtua Cop 2 a treat to play in co-op mode.
2 – Die Hard Arcade
Letting you assume the role of John McClane, Die Hard Arcade asks you to fight your way through constant waves of enemies, even as you use your fists, feet as well as some weapons to clear the way. Die Hard Arcade is an amazing beat ’em up which is still hard to forget for those who’ve played it. A number of unique boss battles also define this wonderful game, apart from many other things. It has been blessed with a two-player model as well, resulting in a Double Dragon sort of a scenario if both the players are left alive till the end.
3 – Street Fighter Alpha 2
Capcom’s Street Fighter offerings always manage to whip up pleasing memories for fans, and so is the case with this awesome game. Its three-level super combo gauge, alpha counters, air-blocking, fall breaking reactions and more were something quite extraordinary. And then there was also the custom combo system which came as a bonus. Street Fighter Alpha 2 featured a well told story that was populated by the some of the most well known character from the series.
4 – Panzer Dragoon Saga
Panzer Dragoon Saga is a role-playing game, and is quite different from its rail shooter predecessors. It tells the story of a young hunter named Edge, who’s on a quest to free the world from the will of the Ancients while gaining help from a dragon that can fire lasers from its mouth. Panzer Dragoon Saga embraces a strategy-based semi-realtime combat system, and enables exploration on foot as well as on dragonback. This game is one of the most critically acclaimed Sega Saturn titles of all time.
5 – Saturn Bomberman
The much loved Bomberman series made a comeback in 1997 in the form of this beauty, and it managed to please a large number of gamers from around the world. Developed by Hudson Soft, Saturn Bomberman provides you with a delightful blend of puzzle elements and frantic action gameplay. It features a battle mode as well as a story mode. While the latter can be played by a maximum of two players, the former supports up to ten gamers at once. This gives the game’s multiplayer component a completely unique appeal.
6 – Dragon Force
Here’s a game which RTS fans cherish till date. Dragon Force gave gamers hours and hours’ worth of undying real-time strategy and tactics brilliance. Released in 1996, it asks you to select from a list of six characters, and set out to lead your armies into battle in order to take over the continent of Legendra. Dragon Force was a truly amazing experience back in the day, and it still continues to evoke fond memories for those who have played in the past.
7 – DoDonPachi
DoDonPachi is a vertically scrolling manic shooter which features extremely attractive visuals as well as some incredibly satisfying gameplay. It involves you in an alien invasion which has brought in a mysterious race of mechanized beings. What make your experience with this game a pleasing one are elements such as the different weapons you can wield as well as the several power-ups that can be grabbed. Moreover, a number of other small bits collectively contribute towards making DoDonPachi a treat worth diving into.
8 – NiGHTS into Dreams…
NiGHTS into Dreams… is a beautiful game that came out back in 1996 for the Sega Saturn, and managed to grab immense praise from gamers and critics alike. It’s an action game which is presented in 3D environments. This title follows to story of two children who manage to enter a dream world, where they are aided by the titular character, NiGHTS. The game is also highlighted by amazingly detailed art which further enhances its overall charm. And then there’s the brilliant music and sound effects as well, turning NiGHTS into Dreams… into a masterpiece.
Conclusion:
There you go with our opinion on the best Sega Saturn games. Make sure you read through their descriptions carefully to know what have in store for you.