Ristar is a fun action romp and a little-known gem that still holds up a decade after its initial release, thanks mainly to the character's unique ability. Legend has it that when Yuji Naka and his ...

Handheld gaming is more than a compromise of power and portability. Whether it’s the ability to play anywhere, multitask or hold an entire console in your hands, it’s a special experience consoles ...

But where Sega had gotten a big hit was Sonic. With Sonic and Tails, the 16-bit era was the perfect match. The hedgehog with attitude had exploded into a phenomenon that, if not rivaling Nintendo’s ...

GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. Ristar is celebrating its 30-year anniversary today, February 16, 2025. Below, we make the case that despite Sonic's breakout celebrity, Ristar really ...

In the 16-bit era it became apparent that you can base a platformer around virtually anything, from the red dot on the 7UP logo to an anthropomorphic shooting star. What to Read Next If you haven't ...

David Heath is a List Writer from the UK specializing in video games, movies, TV shows, and the occasional anime. Sonic-inspired games like Ristar, Polyroll, and Spark offer unique gameplay twists.

Dedicated Ristar fans are still holding out for a sequel 30 years later, especially after Sega acknowledged the game’s ...

The Sega Forever Collection just received a new addition – Ristar. While not as popular as Sonic, the game is a platformer made by the same team and published in 1995 for the Sega Genesis. While Sonic ...