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Gaming History by Era: 2000s (4)🕹️ 2000s ✕

ARTICLEAug 13, 2024SEGA

The Voice of 16-Bit: How Yamaha YM2612 Defined the Sega Genesis Sound

Six FM synthesis operators, 9-bit DAC quirks, gritty distortion in Streets of Rage, and the wizardry of Yuzo Koshiro.

⏱ 2 min read• Alexey Morozov

ARTICLEAug 10, 2024SEGA

Dual SH-2 processors, quadrilateral rendering, and a treasure trove of Japanese arcade masterpieces.

⏱ 2 min read• Alexey Morozov

ARTICLEAug 3, 2024SEGA

Blast Processing, the subversive Mortal Kombat blood code, MTV rock-n-roll rebellion, and capturing 55% of the US video game market.

⏱ 3 min read• Alexey Morozov

ARTICLEJul 28, 2024SEGA

The swaying Leaning Tower of Pisa, Michiru Yamane's Gothic compositions, visceral European warfare, and pushing Mega Drive hardware to its limits.

⏱ 2 min read• Alexey Morozov