Have you been missing the games you used to play as a kid? Mario, Sonic, Need for speed – every game brings some memories. Since gaming became a crucial part of each kid’s and adult’s lives, it’s almost impossible to imagine something more nostalgic than old console games. Whether you have witnessed them as a child or already more mature, it was a blast.

The third generation of gaming consoles was the most iconic one. That was when Nintendo’s Super Mario main competitor was introduced to the world – Sonic the Hedgehog. The world has split in two and never stopped spreading further. Now we have so much more to choose from, and our options are unlimited.

For those who need to take a trip down memory lane but don’t want to purchase or find the old console, emulator games were created. They’re programs that allow running console games on your computer. Emulators run game ROM files to launch your favourite scenarios. You can download free roms at RomsPlanet – there’s something to fit every taste.

There is other great news for old-school rom games lovers. Sega introduced a project called Sega Forever, designed to bring classic console games to smartphones. This is a collection of retro games adapted for devices running iOS and Android operating systems.

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1. What can you play?

Each game is available for free, but with ads, to disable ads, you need to pay $1.99. As the developers promise, the games retained the original script and graphics but received such modern features as saving in the cloud, support for Bluetooth controllers and online ratings. However, you can play without connecting to the network.

There are five games created under the Sega Genesis or Mega Drive console at the time of launch, including the original Sonic the Hedgehog, Comix Zone, Altered Beast, Kid Chameleon, and Phantasy Star II. Developers plan to add games to the collection every two weeks. Game availability may vary depending on the region.

If you want to rewind your memory on what games you can play, the collection of Sega ROMs on RomsPlanet can come in handy. You can try them for free and perhaps choose something to purchase when Genesis mini is finally launched.

Also, Sega has announced the upcoming release of the Genesis Mini retro gaming console.

2. When can I get it?

The model was announced a year ago, but then the release was postponed. According to the manufacturer now, the start of sales is scheduled for September of this year. The price is $79.99. On this day, the prefix will appear in Japan and the United States and later in other regions.

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3. What’s new?

Genesis Mini follows the original Genesis design. From the appearance of the console, we can tell that it supports classic Sega cartridges. The company will likely resume the release of games on this pretty forgotten drive.

The prefix for the design follows the iconic Sega Genesis, but it will be 55% more compact. The set-top box will include controllers that are connected via USB.

Four dozen classic games will already be in memory, familiar to fans of the original console. Sonic the Hedgehog, Ecco the Dolphin, Castlevania: Bloodlines, Space Harrier II, Shining Force, Dr Robotnik’s Mean Bean Machine, ToeJam & Earl, Comix Zone, Altered Beast, and Gunstar Heroes.

That’s great news for every game lover out there. Bringing back the memories of the careless times, Sega has warmed thousands of hearts around the globe. The modern world allows us to dive into forgotten memories and feel the genuine nostalgic vibe we all miss from times to times.

It is a perfect reason to call or text some of your childhood friends and meet up for a couple of levels – whether on a renewed Sega console or your computer, using free ROMs and available ROM emulators.