In a surprising announcement, Sega has revealed that it will be delisting a wide range of its beloved classic games from digital stores. The removals are scheduled to take place on December 6 at 11:59 PM PST / December 7 at 2:59 AM ET. This means that gamers will have a limited time left to grab these titles before they disappear.
The Games on the Chopping Block
Among the list of games set to vanish are fan-favorites such as Jet Set Radio, Golden Axe, and Phantasy Star II. However, it’s important to note that those who have already purchased these games will still be able to access and play them. Additionally, some individual titles will remain available for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers, although Sega has not specified which ones.
New Entries to Classic Franchises
While fans may be disappointed about the delistings, Sega is not abandoning its classic franchises. In fact, the company has exciting plans in the works. Sega has confirmed that it is currently developing new entries for five of its iconic series: Jet Set Radio, Shinobi, Golden Axe, Streets of Rage, and Crazy Taxi. Although details about these new games are scarce, Sega has hinted that the new Crazy Taxi will feature an open world with multiplayer elements. Furthermore, Sega has recently announced the development of a new Virtua Fighter game, creating even more anticipation among fans.
The Full List of Games to Be Delisted
For those who want to make sure they don’t miss out on any classics, here is the complete list of games that will be delisted:
Steam:
– Alex Kidd in the Enchanted Castle
– Alien Soldier
– Alien Storm
– Altered Beast
– Beyond Oasis
– Bio-Hazard Battle
– Bonanza Bros
– Columns
– Columns III
– Comix Zone
– Crack Down
– Crazy Taxi
– Decap Attack
– Dr. Robotnik’s Mean Bean Machine
– Dreamcast Collection Bundle
– Dynamite Headdy
– Ecco Jr.
– Ecco the Dolphin
– Ecco: The Tides of Time
– ESWAT: City Under Siege
– Eternal Champions
– Fatal Labyrinth
– Flicky
– Galaxy Force II
– Gain Ground
– Golden Axe
– Golden Axe II
– Golden Axe III
– Gunstar Heroes
– Jet Set Radio
– Kid Chameleon
– Landstalker: The Treasures of King Nole
– Light Crusader
– Mega Drive and Genesis Classic Bundle
– NiGHTS into Dreams
– Phantasy Star II
– Phantasy Star III: Generations of Doom
– Phantasy Star IV: The End of the Millennium
– Ristar
– SEGA Bass Fishing
– Shadow Dancer
– Shining Force
– Shining Force II
– Shining in the Darkness
– Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master
– Sonic 3D Blast
– Sonic Spinball
– Space Channel 5: Part 2
– Space Harrier II
– Streets of Rage
– Streets of Rage 2
– Streets of Rage 3
– Super Thunder Blade
– Sword of Vermilion
– The Revenge of Shinobi
– ToeJam & Earl
– ToeJam & Earl in Panic on Funkoton
– VectorMan
– VectorMan 2
– Virtua Fighter 2
– Wonder Boy in Monster World
– Wonder Boy III: Monster Lair
Xbox:
– Altered Beast
– Crazy Taxi
– SEGA Genesis Classics
– Golden Axe
– Monster World
– NiGHTS into Dreams
– SEGA Bass Fishing
– Shinobi
– Sonic the Fighters
– Streets of Rage
– SVC: ToeJam & Earl
– Virtua Fighter 2
PlayStation and Nintendo Switch:
– SEGA Genesis Classics
Don’t Miss Out on These Classics
With Sega’s classic games disappearing soon, now is the time to grab your favorite titles before they are gone. Whether it’s the nostalgia of Jet Set Radio or the hack-and-slash excitement of Golden Axe, make sure to secure your digital copies before December 6. And for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers, there’s still a chance to access some of these beloved classics. Stay tuned for updates on Sega’s new entries to these iconic franchises, and get ready for a wave of nostalgia and excitement.
