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Mega Games 1 came out for the Sega Genesis, known as the Mega Drive in many places, in 1992. It was published by Sega. This was a time when compilation cartridges were a popular way to get several games in one package, and this one bundled three titles together: Golden Axe, Streets of Rage, and Revenge of Shinobi. Each game was already well known on the platform, so this collection felt like a solid value for someone looking to build their library without buying each one separately.

You control different characters depending on which game you pick. In Golden Axe, you hack and slash through fantasy enemies with swords and axes, using magic attacks that drain a separate meter. Streets of Rage has you brawling through city streets, picking up pipes and knives to fight gangs, and you can call in a police car for a screen clearing special move. Revenge of Shinobi is a side scrolling ninja action game where you throw shurikens, use ninja magic, and navigate precise platforming sections. The main goal in each is simply to reach the end of the level and defeat the boss. The pacing is generally fast, though some sections in Shinobi demand careful timing. The difficulty can be unforgiving, especially if you lose all your continues. Playing through the collection gives you a direct, hands on feel for the different styles of action Sega was known for at the time.