The SEGA Spirit Show podcast

The SEGA Spirit Show is back, and this time we're diving deep into the "Year of the Port!" 2026 has become an incredible year for the Sega community, with talented developers bringing "impossible" titles to our favorite classic consoles.In this episode, Graham Cookson is joined by guest host Chris Powell to explore the massive wave of homebrew ports hitting the Dreamcast, Saturn, and Mega Drive. From N64 classics like Diddy Kong Racing and Wave Race 64 running on Dreamcast, to the mind-blowing feat of Minecraft on the Sega Saturn, the scene has never been more alive.We also take a look at the highly anticipated Sonic Mania ports, the progress of Panzer Dragoon on Dreamcast, and some incredible new features being added to Final Fight MD.Which of these ports blew your mind the most this year? Let us know in the comments below!**Stage Select:***Intro*00:00 - Intro & Guest Host Chris Powell 01:35 - Housekeeping & Patreon Plans 05:00 - Catching up with Chris: Mass Effect Andromeda 11:50 - Graham's Halo: Combat Evolved (Remastered) mini rant 17:35 - Dreamcast Junkyard 25th Anniversary Pickups *Feature Topic: The SEGA Portathon 2026*20:34 - Topic intro22:38 - Automobile Lamborghini (N64 to Dreamcast) 26:45 - Zelda: Ocarina of Time Master Quest (N64 to Dreamcast) 31:15 - Sonic R (PC to Dreamcast) with 4-Player Multiplayer! 36:00 - Virtua Fighter 2 (Saturn/PC to Dreamcast) 40:30 - Panzer Dragoon (PC to Dreamcast) 47:00 - Sonic Mania (Dreamcast Port Update) 53:00 - Diddy Kong Racing (N64 to Dreamcast) 58:00 - Super Monkey Ball (GameCube to Dreamcast) 1:01:20 - Wave Race 64 (N64 to Dreamcast) 1:04:00 - Outrun: Cannonball (Dreamcast Port) 1:08:10 - Sonic CD (2011 Version to Dreamcast) 1:10:25 - Minecraft (Sega Saturn Port) 1:18:00 - Comix Zone 64 (Mega Drive to N64 & Saturn) 1:21:10 - Sonic Mania (Sega Saturn Port) 1:23:33 - Final Fight MD (Mega Drive Enhancement) 1:27:00 - Mega Commando (Mega Drive Recreation) 1:30:15 - Robocop (Arcade to Mega Drive) 1:35:05 - Sonic Mania (Mega Drive Port) 1:40:40 - Final Thoughts & Wrap Up**Super Sonic Sources:**N64 ports by @jnmartin84 *Automobili Lamborghini*- https://www.youtube.com/live/8raMFDfl13w?si=oPNivB1HrGLmw5qD&t=5342- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8L9FNbStSQ *Zelda: Ocarina of Time Master Quest*- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yTAbi0ycKm8*Sonic R * @SEGAGuys video- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSATtT_cHmo*Virtua Fighter 2*- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MosnmCiGIS4*Sonic Mania Plus* (Dreamcast) also by SonicFreak94 and @FalcoGirgis - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MoEqgAyT890*Diddy Kong Racing* - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AWQJSK-NuW8&pp=ygUbRGlkZHkgS29uZyBSYWNpbmcgRHJlYW1jYXN0- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQ8_heRaNxQ&pp=ygUbRGlkZHkgS29uZyBSYWNpbmcgRHJlYW1jYXN0*Wave Race 64*- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PnM9p130eaYPorts by @Frogbull55 *Panzer Dragoon*- https://www.patreon.com/Frogbull/posts/panzer-dragoon-167033409?utm_source=post-search-result*Minecraft on Saturn!*- https://www.patreon.com/Frogbull/posts/minecraft-0-2-167393231*Comix Zone on N64 and Saturn*- https://www.patreon.com/Frogbull/posts/comix-zone-sixty-168106925Ports by MauroXavier*Final Fight MD*- https://www.patreon.com/mauroxavier/posts/final-fight-md-0-165508476*Mega Commando*- https://www.patreon.com/mauroxavier/posts/performance-test-167499122Ports by other indie devs:*Super Monkey Ball* by @memorix101 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=277AUBanFAQ&t=4s*OutRun on the Dreamcast* by GPTTroy, video by @thesegaguru - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BHJB1vYechw*Sonic CD* by @DCRSDK - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PUB0FSqZvvI*Sonic Mania* on the Saturn by @DivideByZero21 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ovGfQFRtqW8*Robocop on Mega Drive* by @BocaRetroGames - https://bocasretrostuff.itch.io/robocop-md*Sonic Mania* on Mega Drivehttps://x.com/RealUndyingStar/status/2093920994574430698?s=20

In this episode of The SEGA Spirit Show, Graham and Scotty blast back to 1996 to revisit the Sonic the Hedgehog OVA. The cult anime that gave us Metal Sonic’s dramatic debut, Knuckles’ legendary cowboy hat, and Sonic’s "favourite clothes" ...apparently!We explore how this two‑part Japanese release became a fan favourite, its ties to Sonic CD and Sonic Adventure, and why it remains one of the strangest yet most charming pieces of Sonic history.Plus we have some hot SEGA community news, including Panzer Dragoon coming to the Dreamcast! Updates for the brand new Dreamcast survival horror, White Creek. And a remake of an arcade classic coming to the Mega Drive/Genesis!So grab your chili dogs and join us for a spin‑dash through Planet Freedom!💙 Subscribe for more retro SEGA deep dives, game history, and Dreamcast nostalgia!**Stage Select:***Intro & What We've Been Doing*00:00 - Intro01:21 - Scotty's awesome Sonic pickups08:15 - Graham's being playing some Halo and raided a retro game shop!**SEGA Community News**26:23 - Panzer Dragoon is coming to the Dreamcast! 27:49 - 1985 arcade game, Commando, is getting an updated Mega Drive version32:10 - Neo Geo Pocket Color emulator for the Dreamcast35:18 - White Creek gets a graphics overhaul!**Feature Discussion: Sonic OVA**41:09 - What is the Sonic the Hedgehog OVA?53:24 - Sonic OVA stats and original reception59:11 - Did you find the Sonic OVA trailer in Sonic Jam?01:02:17 - Our first experience to the Sonic OVA01:06:32 - Scotty's memories01:11:30 - The movie's crazy plot01:19:07 - Graham has notes, many many notes!01:39:20 - Who is really the hero of the movie?01:40:06 - Scotty's latest impressions01:43:05 - What was up with Tails' GPS tracker?01:45:15 - The best line in anything Sonic?01:44:56 - Does it hold up?*Sonic OVA Quiz*01:48:03 - Scotty checks to see if Graham was paying attention*Final Thoughts & Scores*01:56:00 - What did we think?02:04:00 - Theory about Knuckles' Hat*Podcast Announcement*02:07:39 - Scotty is taking a break, but the show will continue!**Super Sonic Sources:***Panzer Dragoon on Dreamcast*- @Frogbull55 - https://www.patreon.com/Frogbull/posts/exclusive-its-166113187*Mega Commando*- Mauro Xavier: https://www.patreon.com/mauroxavier/posts/mega-commando-165579568*Dream Neo Pocket Color*- @IanMicheal - https://www.patreon.com/ImrTechnology/posts/dream-neo-pocket-166057756- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B1t8Dfavmfk*White Creek*- @PixelHeartEU - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pixelheart/white-creek-a-survival-horror-of-mercy-and-madness/posts/4759468- Graphics update: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gs5VYnoMWCg- Gameplay trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SrHCFj43Kfs

Celebrate the 30th anniversary of NiGHTS into Dreams, Sonic Team’s surreal, dreamlike masterpiece for the Sega Saturn.In this episode of The SEGA Spirit Show, Graham Cookson and Scotty MO dive deep into the game’s development, its groundbreaking flight mechanics, the iconic soundtrack, the A‑Life system, Christmas NiGHTS, and why NiGHTS still stands as one of SEGA’s most ambitious creations.We explore the emotional inspirations behind the game, Yuji Naka’s vision, Naoto Ohshima’s character designs, and how NiGHTS became a cult classic that continues to inspire fans three decades later.Plus, we have some more super hot SEGA Community News, with more N64 games coming to the Dreamcast and possibly the best audio we've ever heard for the Mega Drive/Genesis! And Sonic Mania Plus for the Dreamcast is nearing its launch date.If you love SEGA history, retro gaming, Sonic Team deep‑dives, or you just want to celebrate one of the most beautiful games ever made - this episode is for you!**Stage Select***Intro*00:00 - Cold opening & Intro01:50 - What we've been doing*SEGA Community News*10:11 - Legend of Drakonnus for the Mega Drive has insane audio quality!14:37 - Could Panzer Dragoon be coming to the Dreamcast??17:15 - Rejoice! Diddy Kong Racing is heading to the Dreamcast!20:56 - Sonic R for the Dreamcast is very nearly complete23:24 - Sonic Mania Plus on Dreamcast is nearing its launch date24:58 - Wave Race 64 splashes onto the Dreamcast*Feature Discussion: NiGHTS into Dreams turns 30*26:12 - Intro & key info & story31:08 - What is NiGHTS?43:00 - The wonder of NiGHTS' design and aesthetics56:07 - The origins of NiGHTS59:36 - Beautiful soundtrack01:01:45 - Seamlessly blending gameplay styles01:04:02 - The final level/boss01:09:07 - The final cutsenes01:15:32 - NiGHTS the comics are a thing!01:22:01 - NiGHTS was the first 3D experience for many gamers... and Graham gets angry at Crash Bandicoot...01:34:34 - The pointless 2-player mode01:36:35 - Graham's introduction to NiGHTS at a birthday party01:42:02 - Scotty's first experience with NiGHTS was NOT good01:45:14 - NiGHTS had AI... in 1996!01:48:38 - Christmas NiGHTS was a demo bigger than most Saturn games01:55:41 - So the Tiger R-Zone is a thing... and it had NiGHTS01:59:50 - Final thoughts & Scores*Show round-up*02:04:31 - Plugs & Shout-outs02:09:25 - Bonus content - a hidden NiGHTS game!**Super Sonic Sources***Legend of Drakonnus:*https://www.patreon.com/mauroxavier/posts/first-official-162975438?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_fan&utm_content=web_share*Panzer Dragoon maybe coming to Dreamcast...?*https://www.patreon.com/Frogbull/posts/panzer-dragoon-165175878?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_fan&utm_content=web_share*Diddy Kong Racing on Dreamcast:*@thesegaguru@FalcoGirgis https://www.linkedin.com/posts/falcogirgis_gamedev-retrocomputing-embeddedsystems-activity-7487232992067735552-pu9R?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAARAMh0BIRQglFL6UTsgMR3_M5e4KmFA2is*Sonic R, Sonic Mania Plus & Wave Race 64 for Dreamcast:*@jnmartin84*Shout-outs:*@DiGiValentine https://www.nightsintodreams.com/@SEGAGuys ⁩https://youtu.be/t9lVqNVRuUU?si=IyIc_hPYvr8ffY6U

Guardian Heroes turns 30! In this episode of the SEGA Spirit Show, Graham, Scotty Mo and special guest, KC, dive deep into Treasure’s legendary SEGA Saturn beat ’em up. The game that mixed RPG levelling, branching story paths, six‑player chaos and one very loyal undead warrior.We explore the game’s development history, its wild cast of characters, the iconic soundtrack, and why Guardian Heroes still stands as one of the most ambitious 2D action games ever made!Plus: fun facts, behind‑the‑scenes trivia, and plenty of SEGA‑flavoured nonsense along the way.Featuring: – The full story of Guardian Heroes– How Treasure pushed the Saturn’s hardware– Golden Silver’s cosmic weirdness– The game’s legacy, influences & HD remaster– Our favourite moments and memoriesGraham also looks at two brand new Mega Drive releases, Heavy Recoil and Escape 2049!Plus we have the hot SEGA Community news, with updates on a brand new indie Dreamcast survival horror game, White Creek. Carmaggdon is coming to the Dreamcast AND so is the arcade and GameCube classic, Monkey Ball!!If you love SEGA Saturn, Treasure, retro gaming, or just chaotic good fun, this is the episode for you. 🎧 Listen, laugh, and celebrate 30 years of Guardian Heroes!Check below for timestamps and links to our episode sources.---Stage Select---**Welcome**00:00 - Cold opener00:18 - Intro01:41 - Welcome to KC!04:41 - What's Scotty been up to?10:01 - Scotty's completely bizzarre Sonic the Hedgehog guide14:50 - KC's Sonic mini arcade pickup18:21 - Graham's been watching shows and playing games**First impressions - two brand new Mega Drive releases!**19:52 - Heavy Recoil25:15 - Escape 2049**SEGA Community News**28:05 - White Creek indie Dreamcast survival horror game from @PixelHeartEU 33:10 - Carmageddon Dreamcast port via @thesegaguru 36:44 - Monkey Ball is rolling onto the Dreamcast!! Thanks to @memorix101 **Feature discussion - Guardian Heroes turns 30!**39:55 - Game overview41:31 - A Brief(ish) history of Guardian Heroes50:55 - Our memories of Guardian Heroes01:05:33 - Our latest experiences with the game01:09:19 - Got to dig the amazing soundtrack01:12:02 - Chaotic gameplay01:15:18 - Going all in on strength stats!01:20:24 - Fighting game DNA01:22:57 - Branching story leads to different experiences01:32:24 - XBLA remaster features01:36:30 - Hold the phone! Saturn doing full transparency, again! 🙀01:38:12 - Replayability: The Game01:41:20 - Fun, but frustrating too01:55:05 - Favourite characters to play as01:57:25 - Closing thoughts - should people buy this game?!02:03:27 - The weirdest final screen in gaming history?!02:05:25 - Our rankings!02:14:10 - Shoutouts and goodbye!---Super SEGA Sources---White Creek:- https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pixelheart/white-creek-a-survival-horror-of-mercy-and-madness?tab=prelaunch-story- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Xxg4JEH8bo- https://x.com/PixelHeart_eu/status/2074629533760967155?s=20Carmaggeddon Dreamcast port:- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2MQ3sZM6aNYMonkey Ball Dreamcast port:- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=277AUBanFAQ

It’s time to rally the troops because the toys are rebelling! In this episode of The SEGA Spirit Show, Graham and Scotty Mo dive into Toy Commander, the Dreamcast classic that turned your childhood bedroom into a full‑scale battlefield.We unpack everything that made this game unforgettable:• Inventive mission design and toy‑scale physics• The quirky charm of No Cliché’s development story• Multiplayer mayhem and why it still holds up today• How Toy Commander captured SEGA’s creative peak before the Dreamcast’s twilightPlus, we chat about Cuphead’s Mighty Master System tease, Dreamcast Junkyard’s 20th anniversary collab, and other retro news that’ll make any SEGA fan’s heart race.Whether you’re a collector, a Dreamcast die‑hard, or just love chaotic nostalgia, this episode is pure playroom pandemonium.Don't forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and join the (toy) rebellion!Super Sources:Dreamcast USB controller adapter:- https://x.com/ToddsNerdCave/status/2064089793466614149/photo/1Mighty Cuphead Adventure coming to Master System:- https://mightycuphead.com/- https://studiomdhr.com/our-games/@TheDreamcastJunkyard x @VGNYsoft 20th Anniversary mech!- https://www.thedreamcastjunkyard.co.uk/2026/06/dcjy-x-vgnysoft-20th-anniversary.html- https://x.com/VGNYSoft/status/2064008414250815774/photo/1- Buy here: https://vgnydc.myshopify.com/ @ScottyMo 's Saturn Day Marathon:- https://www.twitch.tv/videos/2773452341Toy Commander gameplay videos:- Toy Commander playthrough: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zjf5UufWCp4- Snail Race 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzK3_Cgo8g4- Christmas demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZ_kB901OK4- Toy Racer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58YjM9_Ok50- Snail Race 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJbx6cgcl9I&t=3090sStage Select:00:00 - Intro01:30 - Scotty's been selling and (re)buying childhood memories12:39 - Graham's PSA on what NOT to watch and Luna Abyss is cool. SEGA Community News:24:30 - Modder, Todd Gill, creates a new USB controller adapter for the Dreamcast, which includes VMU support26:33 - @Studiomdhr are bringing a new Cuphead game to the SEGA Master System!29:09 - The Dreamcast Junkyard and VGNYsoft team up to bring some awesome DCJY merch. But get in quick!Feature Discussion - Toy Commander:33:18 - What is Toy Commander?38:16 - Our memories of Toy Commander46:41 - Our recent time with Toy Commander - how does it hold up?48:29 - An adult game disguised as a kid's game?50:54 - Physics, what even are they?54:27 - How are the visuals and sound?55:18 - Cool missions, confusing missions, but lots of fun!57:51 - Great idea for a final boss01:00:45 - What is this crazy ending?!01:04:49 - Our favourite levels01:09:57 - The most CONFUSING level ever01:14:32 - Great variety of missions though01:15:24 - Stand out missions01:18:02 - Secret Snail Race01:24:58 - Graham's VMU panic!01:28:29 - Santa in a Jetpack, Sharks on the beach - oh my!01:32:34 - Toy Racer - online racing fun for the Dreamcast01:35:59 - Final Thoughts & Scores01:50:07 - Shout outs and plugs

In this episode of The SEGA Spirit Show, Graham Cookson chats with Luiz Nai (aka @NaiAdventure), the Brazilian developer lighting up the SEGA homebrew scene!We dive into Luiz's work on:🕹️ DreamColorPlus, the new Dreamcast controller that brings vibrant VMU visuals and modern flair🚀 Metal Canary, Luiz’s fast‑paced new Dreamcast game💿 His SEGA Saturn homebrew projects, including a Shenmue Quiz and a Dragon Ball beat ’em up using rare transparency effects (yes, on the Saturn!)It’s a celebration of creativity, colour, and coding wizardry across SEGA’s legendary consoles.Subscribe for more retro interviews, deep dives, and community spotlights - only on The SEGA Spirit Show!Stage Select: Intro & What We've Been Doing00:00 - Intro02:30 - Luiz plays Grandia on the Saturn & picks up an SG-1000!SEGA Community News06:10 - Mega WiFi - Online gaming for the SEGA Mega Drive!08:46 - Rune Jade is back online for the SEGA Dreamcast11:51 - Rally DS: A protoype for SEGA Rally on the Dreamcast surfaces14:25 - Castlevania: Rondo of Blood coming to the Mega Drive and Mega CDFeature topic: Interview with Luiz Nai16:20 - Introduction to Luiz and how he started28:13 - Luiz created Titan IDE - a game maker for the Dreamcast!30:48 - What is the DreamColorPlus? All the awesome features missing from the original controller37:21 - Dual Analogue Sticks on the Dreamcast? Turns out SEGA already planned for this, plus extra buttons! Luiz shows us howA showcase of games running on dual analogue sticks...45:46 - Quake III Arena running dual analogue sticks50:59 - Unreal Tournament with two sticks - naturally recognised!53:57 - GTA 3 on the Dreamcast, with dual analogue sticks and extra buttons56:27 - ClassiCube Minecraft clone with two sticks58:00 - Soul Blaze - even indie developers are programming for the DreamColorPlus01:00:22 - Shenmue and non-compatible games can still be used with dual sticks, with the press of a few buttons!01:05:46 - List of games discovered to natively use all the extra buttons on the DreamColorPlus01:06:33 - Sonic Adventure on the Dreamcast has a hidden bonus feature - exclusive to the Dreamcast and only with the DreamColorPlus!01:14:48 - DreamColorPlus can also be recognised for Twin Stick games, like Virtual OnHow the colour VMU screen will enhance gameplay...01:16:44 - Soul Calibur - all characters shown in full colour01:22:18 - Rayman 2's gorgeous watercolour VMU screen01:23:23 - A list of games that use the colour VMU is being created...01:26:15 - Daytona USA featuring live animation and colour01:27:36 - Resident Evil: Code Veronica enhanced by colour VMUDreamColorPlus works on multiple systems01:28:42 - A demonstration of switching between Dreamcast wireless to Bluetooth controller on PC01:32:11 - It even works on the SEGA Saturn, using BlueRetro bluetooth adapters! Perfect for games like NiGHTS into Dreams and Burning Rangers01:36:33 - It works with Flycast and using the extra buttons for fighters like Marvel vs Capcom 201:37:54 - What about the battery life? Well it sounds pretty darn good!Metal Canary a new Dreamcast shmup01:42:19 - Metal Canary origin story01:45:38 - Metal Canary comic book with every game01:48:51 - Cover art reveal (First-look exclusive for the SEGA Spirit Show)01:50:48 - Game manual and, of course, it supports the DreamColorPlus 😉01:52:34 - Metal Canary gameplay and chat02:08:18 - Release schedule02:08:46 - Community response to the DreamColorPlus and Metal CanaryShenmue Quiz and Saturn homebrew projects02:11:50 - Showcase of the Shenmue Quiz on the SEGA Saturn02:12:50 - Dragon Ball beat 'em up02:14:19 - Wait. Did I see transparency effects... on the Saturn? 02:14:54 - Luiz makes transparency on the Saturn sound easy!Wrapping up02:17:12 - 'Fun' questions02:22:04 - Any pro tips for people wanting to make their own games or accessories?02:23:44 - Shout-outs & thank yousSuper Sonic Sources:Mega Wi-Fi- https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/rbof/megawifi-addonRune Jade back online- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-oOVtoEGPw&t=1sSEGA Rally prototype on the DS- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2PpxMkWD30c&t=26sCastlevania: Rondo of Blood- https://x.com/werton_playskin/status/2057385958635450708?s=20DreamColorPlus team@NaiAdventure https://www.instagram.com/canal_naiadventure?igsh=dW91eTI5bnFsODM3@CostenaroPlay https://www.instagram.com/costenaro.play?igsh=d3R0Ym5jN21pODVi@angelo128bitshttps://www.instagram.com/angelo128bits?igsh=N3AzYm1lemdic2Q4 @DrasgonDiggerhttps://www.instagram.com/drasgondigger?igsh=MWF1b3dsbm40aTU5Zg==@estacaoficcao https://www.instagram.com/estacaoficcao?igsh=MTlzbGo4N2pzcDVnaA==

Take flight with us as we dive deep into Panzer Dragoon II Zwei on the SEGA Saturn; the game that transformed the series from a stylish rail shooter into a full‑blown cult classic.In this episode of The SEGA Spirit Show, Graham and Scotty Mo break down everything that makes Zwei special:- Branching routes- Dragon evolution- Adaptive difficulty- Hidden end‑game ranks (including some the Internet doesn’t even list!)- The music, the lore, the presentation, and why this game still hits in 2026Whether you’re a Saturn die‑hard, a Panzer Dragoon fan, or just discovering the series, this is one of the most fascinating games SEGA ever produced — and we’re giving it the love it deserves.Like, subscribe, and ride with us into the Ancient Age.Super Sonic Sources: DreamColorPlus Dreamcast controller- https://www.catarse.me/dreamcolorplus_730f?utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e0_tv2_a1demo0hh6zjau- @NaiAdventure Overserved coming to Saturn and Dreamcast- https://www.segasaturnshiro.com/2026/04/24/multiplayer-indie-overserved-coming-to-saturn-this-november/- https://x.com/FULLSET_Collect- https://x.com/falco_girgis/status/2047327485973426361SuperSolar Dreamcast game- https://ninjadynamics.github.io/playsupersolar/- https://x.com/ninjadynamics/status/2046358434430267513Sonic R coming to Dreamcast- https://x.com/falco_girgis/status/2046943943284187524Noah & The Pouhloudies Saturn and Dreamcast 3D platformer- @thesegaguru - @noahthepoohloudies8752 Ph3nom 3D engine for the Dreamcast- @esppiral Panzer Dragoon Zwei sources- Graham's full playthrough: https://youtu.be/XKOHI9QfvJk- https://segaretro.org/Panzer_Dragoon_Zwei- https://panzerdragoon.fandom.com/wiki/Panzer_Dragoon_II_Zwei- https://panzerdragoonlegacy.com/Stage Select: Intro1:25 - Scotty plays Vanquish and Graham gets annoyed at his comparison13:02 - Scotty picks up a cool Sonic Comic18:55 - Scotty's awesome new Dreamcast x Extra Life tattoo!SEGA Community News23:07 - DreamColorPlus Dreamcast controller - more game-changing features revealed26:58 - Bomberman-style indie game, Overserved, coming to mutliple platforms, including SEGA Saturn and maybe the Dreamcast, if we vote for it!29:14 - AfterBurner style game, SuperSolar, coming to the Dreamcast and you can play the demo now from your browswer30:25 - Sonic R being ported to Mac and Dreamcast!33:27 - Noah and the Poohloudies - an awesome-looking 3D platformer is coming to Dreamcast and Saturn, among other platforms36:47 - Showing off Espirral V's Ph3nom engine for the Dreamcast. Some really impressive tech demos for this 3D engineFeature Discussion - Panzer Dragoon Zwei42:02 - What is Panzer Dragoon Zwei47:07 - Our first experiences with the game50:40 - Scotty's recent playthrough experience and controller issues01:03:49 - Graham's recent playthrough experience01:07:22 - Different routes lead to different enemies, higher difficulty and different boss encounters... maybe?01:12:28 - Is the story a bit too vague?01:17:08 - Discovery! The 'hidden' Dragoon rankings are only in the Japanese manual!01:22:50 - The Saturn showcasing real transparancy effects?! Something it shouldn't be able to do!01:27:15 - Is the Panzer Dragoon franchise as a whole an visual masterpiece?01:32:07 - The musical landscape of Panzer Dragoon Zwei... with apologies to Yayoi Wachi01:34:18 - How to fix the 'Berserk Glitch' with the Saturn 3D Controller01:43:57 - Panzer Dragoon had to walk so Zwei could fly!01:44:32 - Using the Full Instrument mode is the way to go01:46:45 - Zwei and Saga are closely connected01:49:52 - Boxart comparison: the American boxart is basically fanart02:03:30 - The Japanese publishers sure know how to promote a game... on its disc! 😄 02:04:16 - Scotty and Graham had very different final boss encounters!02:08:34 - The true final boss is a frantically wonderful spectacle02:14:07 - Zwei is full of unlockables to keep to playing02:22:00 - Our final scores and opinionsShow Wrap up02:25:30 - Next Episode Reveal02:26:16 - Let us know your thoughts on Panzer Dragoon Zwei02:27:01 - Shout outs

Graham Cookson and Scotty Mo return from the longhouse to tackle Viking: Battle for Asgard - Creative Assembly’s bold 2008 foray into Norse myth and open‑world chaos.Is this SEGA cult classic an underrated gem or a saga best left to Hel’s domain? The hosts raid its massive liberation battles, dragon‑summoning spectacle, and mythic storytelling while sharing laughs, pickups, and community highlights from the SEGA Spirit crew.Grab your axe, pour the mead, and join the raid - it’s time to find out if Viking deserves a place in Valhalla!Stage Select:Intro:2:55 - Scotty's ceiling gave up!11:19 - Tails' Doll merch!17:42 - Graham's been boringly busy with work23:00 - Japanese Game Gear boxart is adorableSEGA Community News:27:09 - House keeping update28:37 - New 3D Survival Horror game coming to the Dreamcast30:02 - New mod for Hang On on the Master System makes it more like the arcade version31:24 - Quake 2 is coming to the Dreamcast33:11 - DreamColorPlus turns the Dreamcast controller into its own handheld emulator!37:47 - What would Resident Evil 4 look like on Dreamcast? Find out now!Feature Topic: Viking: Battle for Asgard40:43 - Intro to Viking: Battle for Asgard53:09 - Scotty's first impressions01:03:00 - This game needs some quality of life updates01:09:26 - Scotty isn't playing the game correctly01:15:10 - Teaching Scotty about stealth kills and how to play the game01:18:29 - There be dragons!01:20:05 - Epic battles with 100s of NPCs is the beauty of Viking: Battle for Asgard01:34:41 - Scotty's game clips make for fun gaming01:43:16 - Another epic battle and our final thoughts of the game01:55:51 - Final scores: How many throwing axes out of 5 do we give it?02:04:11 - Shout outs and show wrap upSuper Sonic Sources:Scotty's clip compilation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zXgEMdU7lEcTails Doll Vlog: https://youtu.be/qlgYD8GNW7Q?si=wUB3QXsLGDUigxluViking Twitch streamer: https://www.twitch.tv/cirithespecterVideo Game History Foundation SEGA Channel podcast: https://gamehistory.org/episode-153-sega-channel/New 3D Survival Horror for the Dreamcast:- https://x.com/knifesuisse/status/2035144356353450480- @PixelHeartEU Hang On Master System patch:- https://www.timeextension.com/news/2026/04/new-hang-on-patch-for-the-sega-master-system-brings-the-8-bit-racer-closer-to-the-arcade- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=93x_h3nILMAQuake 2 Dreamcast port:- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AN23SN53S8k- @thesegaguru DreamColorPlus plays emulated games:- https://www.facebook.com/reel/1284856187163504- https://youtu.be/FeBgQH0dLSM?si=kFsNbIHnEeEPS2rw- https://youtube.com/shorts/b_y_e91kzaY?si=86RoVBsOMeOLAA9B- https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1ArUp5dgJK/- @NaiAdventure Resident Evil 4 Dreamcast tech demo:- https://ph3nom-dc.itch.io/re4-dreamcast-poc- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=34oOsqKYn-4- https://ph3nom-dc.itch.io/dreamcast-engine

This episode of the SEGA Spirit Show, Graham and Scotty Mo dive into one of the most wonderfully 90s SEGA crossovers ever: the moment pop star, Cathy Dennis, became part of SEGA Power and Gamesmaster history.We look back at the SEGA Power articles where Cathy talked about her love of SEGA gaming, her appearance on Gamesmaster, and the genuinely surreal free cassette tape the magazine gave away - featuring Cathy reading out gameplay tips for SEGA titles, mixed with a couple of her own tracks. It’s the kind of promo that could only have happened in the 90s, when magazines were still throwing every idea at the wall to see what stuck.Join us as we dig through the coverage, the tape, the TV appearance, and the wider context behind this odd little moment where SEGA, pop music, and 90s marketing all collided. A proper time capsule - and a very SEGA one at that.Plus we have our hot SEGA Community News, full of hot Dreamcast news! And Graham showcases 3 top Dreamcast games from the Dream Disc '25 competition.Don't forget to Like 👍, Subscribe 🔔 and Comment 💬Super SEGA Sources:Dream Disc '25:- https://itch.io/jam/dreamdisc-25Tank Attack:- https://nextgenius.itch.io/tank-attackAplineX:- https://thecams.itch.io/alpine-x-dreamcastSoul Blaze:- https://darkpath.itch.io/soul-blaze@Migueljuegos DreamColorPlus 2- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SqcvbCO4Sxs- https://www.youtube.com/live/FfCffInabaQ?si=E3TiJXOhm0znjoOg&t=2096- https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=pfbid0NgxUSPVzGe7idThDEXYxjymdadAuy6EG6SjuksPNBPz1aV3SAevkczukbgBY1kkHl&id=61570196218024#segagenesis - https://www.catarse.me/dreamcolorplus_730f- https://x.com/YTNaiAdventure/status/2033184279501398427?s=208BitMods BitLink Bundle- https://www.timeextension.com/news/2026/03/the-dreamcast-deserved-better-8bitmods-bitlink-bundle-upgrades-your-battle-worn-dreamcast-controller- https://bitlink.8bitmods.shop/#donglelife - https://x.com/8bitmods/status/2029237823065190559Zelda: Ocarina of Time Dreamcast Port- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j2JTcDY9LI4Via ⁨@thesegaguru Sonic Mania Dreamcast Port- https://youtu.be/fq_zb1RteTM?si=Jdx3soFKLn_XmOMt&t=150Cathy Dennis on GamesMaster: - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gtNADyINu9ISEGA Power Cathy Dennis tips tape:- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YALh5aX69FISEGA Power scans and info:- https://segaretro.org/Sega%20Power%20Cathy%20Dennis- https://www.smspower.org/Articles/SegaPowerAndCathyDennis- https://retrocdn.net/images/9/90/SegaPower_UK_35.pdf- https://retrocdn.net/images/e/e6/SegaPower_UK_38.pdf- https://retrocdn.net/images/4/49/SegaPower_UK_40.pdfCheck out more on Cathy Dennis:- https://www.cathydennisofficial.com/Scotty's Resident Evil 9 clips:- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiMA8kMDuO1zeGh65rsSJnWazsb7YUlug@ScottyMo Scene Select: 00:00 - Intro02:02 - Scotty's VMU woes10:51 - And his Resident Evil 9 successFirst Impressions - Dream Disc '25:22:40 - Tank Attack26:09 - AlpineX28:11 - Soul Blaze (Spiral Engine Demo)SEGA Community News:32:08 - DreamColor+ 2 Dreamcast controller with TWO analogue sticks!40:49 - 8BitMods BitLink - Dreamcast controller upgrade47:07 - Zelda Ocarina of Time is coming to the Dreamcast!51:52 - Sonic Mania Dreamcast port is coming along nicelyFeature Discussion: Cathy Dennis x SEGA Power 90s marketing madness53:53 - Who is Cathy Dennis?58:51 - How does she or her music relate to SEGA?1:00:31 - Cathy Dennis on the GamesMaster TV show1:07:51 - Cathy Dennis x SEGA Power - SEGA tips cassette tape1:13:26 - SEGA Power issue 35 - Cathy Dennis' first mention and the origin of SEGA Addicts?! @SegaAddicts 1:14:56 - SEGA Power issue 38 - Cathy Dennis interview and posing in front of a pile of tyres... for some reason...1:16:26 - SEGA Power issue 40 - the SEGA tips tape and one of the weirdest cross-promotion articles ever published1:28:10 - The BIG question: Why does this even exist? What was the goal?1:30:19 - We listen to some of the tape (hopefully without getting flagged on YouTube!)1:35:03 - If a cross-promotion like this were to happen today, how would it work?1:42:37 - Speculation: Future Publishing had been working on a Cathy Dennis promo campaign for a while, building up to the SEGA Tips Tape.1:47:33 - Final Thoughts on the awesome Cathy Dennis and the weirdly wonderful SEGA Power promo1:51:08 - Shout Outs and Sign off

SEGA Spirit Show Ep19 | The 7th Gen ranking continues, and our judgement is only getting worse!In part 2 of our massive retrospective, we are diving back into the archives to rank every single SEGA title from the era of the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and Wii. Expect some seriously hot takes as we try to make sense of SEGA’s output during this iconic console generation. From high-speed Sonic adventures to cult classic gems (and some absolute shockers), we’re putting them all in order.Will your favourite climb to the top, or will our questionable choices leave you shouting at the screen? Join us for the breakdown, the nostalgia, and the final, potentially controversial, verdicts!- https://tiermaker.com/list/video-games/sega-7th-generation-console-games-tier-list-maker-19160121/5994117Plus, we hear Scotty's epic quest to play Resident Evil 9 on a console he doesn't own! Graham gives his first impressions on the Panzer Dragoon Zwei remake demo. And there is some sad news from the Dreamcast indie scene. Plus good news for a long-awaited fan-translation of SEGAGaGa! All that and more in this episode!Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell to stay updated with the SEGA Spirit Show!#SEGA #RetroGaming #Xbox360 #PS3 #Wii #SonicTheHedgehog #SegaSpirit #HotTakesIn this episode:00:00 - Intro01:29 - Off-topic weird MacDonald's toys chat03:46 - Scotty's quest to play Resident Evil 920:45 - Graham's show recommendationFirst Impressions/Mini Review:21:26 - Panzer Dragoon Zwei remake demo. With side-by-side comparision to Saturn original.SEGA Community News:36:40 - SEGAGaGa fan translation is here!46:30 - Tomb Raider II finally coming to the Saturn?51:43 - Sad news, Xenocider developer, RetroSumus, is closing its doors :( 55:13 - Minecraft Dreamcast fan port gets some snazzy graphical updatesFeature Topic: Ranking every 7th Gen SEGA game (part 2)57:54 - Last episode recap01:02:30 - Golden Axe: Beast Rider, The Golden Compass, Hatsune Miku games01:07:29 - House of the Dead II & III, House of the Dead Overkill, Neptunia01:16:53 - The Incredible Hulk, Iron Man, Iron Man 201:20:45 - Jambo Safari, Gunblade NY & LA Machine Guns, Let's Tap, London 2012 Olympics,01:27:26 - Mario & Sonic at the Olympics, Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games, Mario & Sonic London 2012 Olympics01:30:12 - Medieval II: Total War, Nancy Drew, NiGHTS Journey of Dreams, Phantasy Star Universe01:42:24 - Planet 51, Puyo Puyo Tetris, Resonance of Fate, Rome: Total War01:49:09 - Ryu Ga Gotoku: Kenzan!, Ryu Ga Gotoku: Ishin!, Samba De Amigo, SEGA Bass Fishing01:55:25 - SEGA Rally Revo, SEGA Superstars Tennis, Shining Resonance01:59:26 - Sonic & the Black Knight, Sonic & the Secret Rings02:03:02 - Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing, Sonic & All-Stars Racing: Transformed 02:10:12 - Sonic Generations, Sonic Colours, Sonic the Hedgehog 2006, Sonic Unleashed02:26:02 - SEGA Ultimate Mega Drive/Genesis Collection, Stormrise, Super Monkey Ball Banana Blitz, Super Monkey Ball Step & Roll02:36:08 - Tournament of Legends, Universe at War, Valkyria Chronicles, Vancouver 2010 Olympics02:43:00 - Vanquish, Viking: Battle for Asgard, Virtua Fighter 502:46:31 - Virtua Tennis 3, Virtua Tennis 2009, Virtua Tennis 402:48:21 - Wacky World of Sports, Yakuza 3, Yakuza Kiwami02:55:00 - Shout outs and show wrap up!Super Sonic Sources: SEGAGaGa fan translation:- @SEGASATURNSHIRO - https://www.segasaturnshiro.com/2026/02/27/segagaga-fan-translation-is-available-now/- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQcIeNPGnFoTomb Raider II Saturn port:- @JRTombRaider https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HOrMEoMikP0- @Frogbull55 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=We3Ln8njp0ERetroSumus disbanded :( - https://retrosumus.com/- @RetroSumus - https://retrosumus.com/sovietborgs-demo/Minecraft Dreamcast update:- @thesegaguru - https://x.com/meesedevSEGA Spirit Podcast Official Ranking of 7th Gen SEGA Games:- https://tiermaker.com/list/video-games/sega-7th-generation-console-games-tier-list-maker-19160121/5994117