Batman: Joker’s Jukebox – PA10

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Batman has been an incorruptible symbol for Gotham and remains unwavering in his war against crime for the last 75 years. Since his creation by Bob Kane and and Bill Finger for Detective Comics #27 in 1939, Bruce Wayne’s alter ego Batman has been fighting to free his once great city from greed, corruption and terror.

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20 Years of Sega Saturn

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November 22, 1994 the Sega Saturn launched in Japan with 5 games; Mahjong Goku Tenjiku, Myst, TAMA, Virtua Fighter and Wan Chai Connection.

On May 11th of the following year North America got its taste of the Saturn launching with Astal, Daytona USA, The Mansion of Hidden Souls, Panzer Dragoon, Virtual Hydlide.

Europe had to wait a little longer, July 8th and only had 3 games at launch; Clockwork Knight, Daytona USA and Virtua Fighter.

All in the system sold over 9.5 million units and had a 6 year lifespan in Japan but unfortunately only a 3 year lifespan in North America from 1995-1998.

The Outfoxies – PA09

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Once in a while a great arcade title is overlooked by the game industry and gamers alike. A game that if you played you would love but the problem is that its no where to be found. Namco’s The Outfoxies unfortunately is such a title. It has everything going for it though… great characters, unique fighting mechanics and large interactive levels. However, few have heard of it and even fewer have played it.

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TMNT Tournament Tunes – PA08

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It was only a matter of time before the turtles made an appearance on this show but we thought it would be interesting to give some love to a less popular set of games. So pull out that frozen pizza you’ve been saving for a special occasion because Pixelated Audio is back in a new episode featuring Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tournament Fighters. Continue reading

Halloween Beats – PA07

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We’re getting into the holiday spirit with a Halloween themed grab bag. There’s been no shortage of creepy games released over the years so when putting together our list we made sure to choose ones that span the spectrum of fun and silly to mindbogglingly bizarre. So it doesn’t matter if you’re a fan of something a little spooky or someone who likes something more disturbing…we’ve got you covered.

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Vectorman Jams – PA06

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Every publisher and developer hope for a game that has all the right elements; a game that’s a hit. BlueSky Software hit that nail on the head with their 1995 release of Vectorman for the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive. With creative character and world design, great gameplay and a groundbreaking soundtrack from Jon Holland, the technical achievements and gameplay have earned it a “must play” title. Listen in as we go back to the mid 90’s to explore the world with fresh eyes…and ears.

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