Cyborg Justice is a side-scrolling beat ’em up for the Sega Mega Drive that puts players in the role of a human who has been converted into a cyborg after a spaceship crash. After a memory wipe fails, you become an independent fighter seeking revenge against the hostile cyborgs on the planet. The game’s main hook is its unique gameplay mechanic where you can rip off the limbs of your opponents and attach them to yourself. This allows for a high degree of customization, as you can mix and match different arms, legs, and bodies, each with its own special abilities. This feature sets it apart from other games in the genre, like Streets of Rage or Double Dragon. While the customization and limb-ripping mechanics were innovative and well-received by some, the game’s reception was mixed. Critics and players often pointed to a steep learning curve, a somewhat sluggish and repetitive pace, and a lack of variety in the stages and enemies. The game is often remembered as having great ideas that weren’t fully realized, but it’s still considered a unique and intriguing entry in the Mega Drive’s library.
Boxed, No Manual
2216
£9.60
Herzog Zwei – Sega Mega Drive (1989)
Herzog Zwei is a real-time strategy (RTS) game developed by Technosoft for the Sega Mega Drive in 1989. It lacks a traditional story, instead focusing on a head-to-head battle between two commanders. The core gameplay is built around a transforming mech that the player directly pilots. In its jet form, you transport and drop off units like tanks and infantry, while its walking form allows for direct combat. You must strategically capture outposts to generate income, build an army, and ultimately destroy the enemy’s main base. At the time of its release, the game’s innovative blend of direct control and strategic depth received a mixed reception. However, Herzog Zwei is now considered a foundational title for the RTS genre, influencing later classics like Dune II and Command & Conquer. Its unique mechanics and fast-paced action make it a historically significant and much-revered cult classic.
