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  • EGM2 (December 1994)

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    Source:  EGM2 – Issue Number 6 – December 1994

    I think that December 1994 represents the absolute peak (at least in terms of page counts) of video game magazines. Electronic Gaming Monthly, one of the most popular gaming magazines, actually had two publications each month at the time and in December 1994 and averaged close to 400 pages. the December 1994 issue of EGM2 (or EGM^2 or EGM Squared or whatever you want to call it) weighed in at 356 pages, covered at least the Super Nintendo, Genesis, Sega CD, 3DO, CD-i, Atari Jaguar, PlayStation and arcade games and included:

    Features

    • Meet the New, Tough Cast of Samurai Showdown 2! – A detailed look at SNK’s new Samurai Showdown 2 including the large number of fighters.
    • The Sony PlayStation is Making Waves in Japan! – A look at the PlayStation, first games available and an interview with Hiroshi Koyomoto fomr the marketing division of Sony of Japan’s Computer Entertainment Division a few days ahead of the official launch in Japan.
    • Hear the Roar of the Jaguar and it’s Games! – The Atari Jaguar was a terrific system for its time and quite powerful. It came out strong but sadly, Atari repeated its mistakes of the past and failed to put sufficient resources into first party game development and third party support. A look at Checkered Flag, Bubsy, Syndicate, Theme Park, and Iron Soldier.
    • Capcom Mania is Striking the Video Game World! – A detailed look at new and upcoming Capcom games including X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse and Mega Man X2 for the Super NES.
    • Earthworm Jim Exposed! – A look at the making of Earthworm Jim 2 as well as some strategies for the original.
    • The Adventures of Batman and Robin – A detailed look this game for the Sega Genesis based on the animated series of the same name.

    Departments

    • Insert Coin – A positive look at the Atari Jaguar and indeed, the first batch of games looks pretty good…at least the ones mentioned here.
    • Interface: Letters to the Editor – Letters about playing Super Famicom games on the Super NES, Quarterback Club vs. NFL ’95, how to get into the game business, Satan’s snubbing from MK II, R-Type 3, and more.
    • Fandom Central – A look by Arnie Katz at the latest in gaming fanzines.
    • Press Start – Nintendo sponsors online conversations about Donkey Kong Country via CompuServe, Capcom announces Mega Man: The Wily Wars exclusively for the Sega Channel, who’s on the Street Fighter 2 soundtrack, EA Sports and Catapult sponsor XBand superbowl of gaming, and more.
    • Gaming Gossip – Sony PlayStation prepares for launch, Namco announces support for PlayStation, Street Fighter III in the works, Mortal Kombat II and NBA Jam Tournament Edition rumored for 3DO, Wayne Gretzky signs deal for hockey game on the Super NES, Genesis and Sega CD, and more.
    • Tricks of the Trade – Tips and tricks for Mickey Mania (Genesis), Belle’s Quest (Genesis), Roar of the Beast (Genesis), Lemmings (Super NES), Death Valley Rally (Super NES), Speedy Gonzalez (Game Boy), EXO Squad (Genesis), Daffy Duck: Marvin Missions (Super NES), Fire Power 2000 (Super NES), Pirates of Dark Water (Genesis), Super Game Boy (Super NES), Aero the AcroBat (Super NES), Ultimate Fighter (Super NES), Batman: Return of the Joker (Genesis), Urban Strike (Genesis), Mickey Mania (Sega CD), Earthworm Jim (Genesis), Final Fantasy III (Super NES), Shaq Fu (Super NES), and much more.
    • Next Wave – Previews of Eternal Champions CD (Sega CD), Mega Bomberman (Genesis), RapJam Volume One (Super NES), Brutal (32X), ATP Tour Championship Tennis (Genesis), Midnight Raiders (Sega CD), Ogre Battle (Super NES), Ecco: The Tides of Time CD (Sega CD), Marko’s Magic Soccer Ball (Game Gear), Power Ranger (Sega CD), NHL All-Star Hockey ’95 (Genesis), Home Improvement (Super NES), Flying Nightmares (Sega CD, 3DO), The Legend of Illusion Starring Mickey Mouse (Game Gear), and Ignition Factor (Super NES).
    • International Outlook – A look at new and upcoming releases from Japan including Chrono Trigger (Super Famicom), Front Mission (Super Famicom), King of the Fighters ’94 (arcade), Rockman Mega World (Mega Drive), Wonder Project (Super Famicom), Go! Go! Ackman (Super Famicom), Godzilla (Super Famicom), Battle Racers (Super Famicom), Super Tetris 3 (Super Famicom), Hashire Hebereke (Super Famicom), and World Heroes 2 Jet (Game Boy).
    • Arcade Action – The latest news from the arcade world. This month, updates to Primal Rage, arcade game based on Cops, Midway readies Killer Instinct, and a new Street Fighter style X-Men game is coming. Plus, the top arcade games in Japan and the U.S. Sports Fishing by Sega makes it to number 1 in Japan and in the U.S. it is Revolution X by Midway.
    • Arcade Strategy – Midway sponsors T-Mek tournament, a detailed look at Samurai Showdown 2, Bubble Symphony, Power Spikes II, Raiden DX, and Killer Instinct.

    Fact Files

    • International Fact Files – See International Outlook above.
    • Super NES Times – A look at new and upcoming Super NES games including Super Punch Out (Nintendo), X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse (Capcom), Mega Man X2 (Capcom), and Rise of the Robots (Acclaim).
    • Outpost Sega – A look at new and upcoming games for Sega systems, including: Ristar (Sega for the Genesis), NFL Quarterback Club (Acclaim for the Genesis), Exo Squad (Playmates for the Genesis), Great Circus Mystery (Capcom for the Genesis), Wolverine: Adamantium Rage (Acclaim for the Genesis), Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (Playmates for the Genesis), Star Wars Arcade (Sega for the 32X), Doom (Sega for the 32X), Flashback (Sega for the Sega CD), Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein (Sony Imagesoft for the Sega CD), Popful Mail (Working Designs for the Sega CD), and Flink (Vic Tokai for the Sega CD)
    • Planet 3DO – A look at new and upcoming games for the 3DO, including: Street Fighter II Turbo (Panasonic).

    …and more!


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  • Computer and Video Games (October 1995)

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    Source: Computer and Video Games – Issue Number 167 – October 1995

    Computer and Video Games was a very long running video games magazine in the U.K. and one of the longest running video games magazines that I am aware of. It covered whatever computer and video game platforms were popular at the time. In 1995 that included PlayStation, Nintendo 64, Sega Saturn, 3DO, Sega Genesis, Super Nintendo and PC games among others. The October 1995 issue includes:

    Features

    • Welcome to Virtua City – A look at Sega’s “Virtua” series of games and other 3D games including Daytona USA, Sega Rally Championship, Virtua Fighter Remix, Virtua Racing, Virtua Striker, Wing Arms, Virtua Fighter 2, and Virtua Cop plus a few words from Sega’s AM2 division.
    • Virtua Boy! – A look at Nintendo’s Virtual Boy and the first software available for it, including Red Alarm, Mario Tennis, Panic Bomberman, and Teleroboxer.

    Regulars

    • Editorial – More of a news parody than an editorial…
    • Connected – Gaming news, including: Sony announces launch date of PlayStation as well as developers and upcoming games; Gamegun released for the PC; Virgin announces new budget re-releases including Rebel Assault and Dreamweb; Cyberia ported to the PlayStation and Saturn; Virtua Cop 2 coming to arcades; Casper comes to the SNES; and more.
    • Videodrome – A look at new and recently released games in the arcade, including Rave Racer, the latest in the Ridge Racer series from Namco; Alpine Racer, a skiing sim from Namco; Cool Riders, a motorcycle racing game from Sega that plays a bit like Outrun and Crusin’ USA; plus news about the Namco Wonderpark, an arcade theme park.
    • In the Bag – Letters from readers with topics such as: graphics and sound vs. game play; game play changes as a result of new technology; N64 vs. PlayStation vs. Saturn; and more.
    • Help – Questions answered about second hand game costs; 3DO choices; sports games on Saturn; Killer Instinct on the SNES; success of the 32X; Nintendo 64 costs; and more.
    • Cheatmode – A detailed guide for Toshinden including special moves for each character; cheats and special modes for Daytona USA; hints for Flink on the CD32; cheats for Cannon Fodder on the SNES; a cheat for ATR on the Amiga; hints for Wing Commander 3 on the PC; cheats for Zeewolf on the Amiga; cheats for FIFA International Soccer on the 3DO; cheats for Maximum Carnage on the SNES; lots of codes for Syndicate on the SNES; a tip for Mega Man IV on the Game Boy; a simple code for Chaos in the Windy City on the SNES; various codes for True Lies on the Mega Driver/Genesis; a cheat for Slipstream on the PC; and more.
    • Challenge – Various game challenges with prizes to be announced.
    • Charts – Top games for the month include PGA Golf 3 on the Genesis, International Cricket on the SNES, Zelda on the Game Boy, Tekken on the PlayStation, Hoverstrike on the Atari Jaguar, Star Trek on the PC, VF Remix on the Saturn, Player Manager 2 on the Amiga, and Wing Commander 3 on the 3DO.
    • Next Month – Coming next month, coverage of Mortal Kombat 3, Virtua Cop on the Saturn, Virtua Fighter 2, Worms, Assault Rigs on the PlayStation, and more.

    Reviews

    • 32-Bit
      • Destruction Derby – The original auto destruction game on the PlayStation.
      • Bug! – A humorous 3D platform game for the Saturn.
      • Ballz – A unique fighting game for the 3DO.
      • Winning Eleven – A soccer game for the PlayStation.
      • Discworld – An adventure game based on Terry Pratchet’s books for the PlayStation.
      • 3D Lemmings – A 3D version of the classic 2D puzzle game for the PlayStation and PC.
      • Battle Beast – A cartoon like combat game for the PC.
    • 16-Bit
      • Comix Zone – A side-scrolling beat-em-up with a comic book look and feel for the Sega Genesis.
      • Batman Forever – A platform game for the Genesis and Super NES based on the movie of the same name.
      • Doom – A port of the classic 3D shooter for the Super NES.
      • Weaponlord – A fantasy based beat-em-up for the Super NES and Genesis.
      • Yoshi’s Island – The sequel to Super Mario World for the Super NES.
      • Asterix & Obelix – A humorous platform game for the Game Boy and Super NES.
      • Turbo Toons – A kids’ racing game featuring Hanna Barbara characters for the Super NES.

    Previews

    • Tekken 2 – Sequel to the popular arcade 3D fighting game from Namco.
    • Sega Rally – Sega’s conversion of this arcade racer for the Saturn.
    • PO’ed – A 3D shooter for the 3DO.
    • Lone Soldier – A sort of 3D Rambo for the PlayStation.
    • Amok – A sci-fi themed 3D shooter for the Saturn.
    • Assault Rigs – A futuristic 3D tank battle game. It could be though of as a more modern remake of Combat on the Atari 2600. Best played with 2 players.
    • D – A very dark 3D adventure game for the Saturn.
    • Screamer – An answer for Ridge Racer on the PC.
    • Johnny Mnemonic – A full motion video adventure game based on the movie of the same name starring Keanu Reeves.
    • Krazy Ivan – A 3D mech fighting game for the PlayStation.
    • T-Mek – A first person combat vehicle game reminiscent of Battlezone for the PC and 32X.
    • International Superstar Soccer Deluxe – A soccer game for the Super NES.

    …and more!


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  • VideoGames: The Ultimate Gaming Magazine (June 1994)

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    Source: VideoGames: The Ultimate Gaming Magazine – June 1994

    Video gaming magazine can have a complicated lineage. One of my favorites, VideoGames & Computer Entertainment morphed into VideoGames: The Ultimate Gaming Magazine but many of the editors/writers I liked went on to reboot Electronic Games instead. VideoGames spawned Tips and Tricks which, though they overlapped for a while, essentially replaced it. I followed VG&CE but not so much VideoGames and Tips and Tricks… Anyway, the June 1994 issue of VideoGames includes:

    News

    • Input – A discussion of the then new video games rating system.
    • Press Start – More about the ratings system and the political pressure that led to it; Nintendo announces the Super Game Boy; Revolution-X featuring Aerosmith is released in the arcades; an interview with the makers of Way of the Warrior for the 3DO; NovaLogic works on helicopter sim for the Saturn; Philips announces lower priced ($299) CD-i; and more…

    Previews

    • Demolition Man – An action game for the Sega Genesis based on the movie of the same name featuring Sylvester Stalone, Wesley Snipes and Sandra Bulloch.
    • Tennis All-Stars – A tennis game for the Genesis in the new “J-Cart” format. A J-Cart in addition to containing the game also added two additional controller ports for 4-player action. This tennis game allowed 4 players in a doubles game.
    • Psycho Pinball – Another J-Cart, this one featuring video pinball with six tables.
    • Kasumi Ninja – What would turn out to be a pretty decent fighting game for the Atari Jaguar.
    • Doom – A pretty good translation of Doom for the Atari Jaguar (they seemed to keep porting this game to new systems for years and years) but really, no version beats the original PC version.
    • Club Drive – A great example of one of the many games with a rushed development schedule for the Jaguar and it shows. While game play wasn’t terrible, the graphics and music were, especially for a supposedly “64-bit” system.
    • Lawnmower Man – Another movie based game. This one is for the Sega CD and the game/movie heavily featured virtual reality.
    • Mighty Morphin Power Rangers – Power Rangers was all the craze at the time so of course there would be games. This side-scrolling beat-em-up was released for the Super Nintendo and Game Boy.

    Tips & Tricks

    • Tempest 2000 – Tips to skip levels and to play bonus levels.
    • NBA Jam – Tricks to enable the special guest players from the arcade version, enable power-ups such as speeding up game play, set your player “on fire” for the whole game, and more.
    • Ground Zero Texas – A mini strategy guide to help get you through this FMV game.
    • Robocop Versus The Terminator – A trick to unlock the MA-17 version of this game for the Genesis.
    • MLBPA Baseball – A bunch of passwords to activate power pitching, power hitting, double throwing speed, double running speed, enable higher bouncing balls, play on ice, and more.
    • Chuck Rock II – Tricks to skip levels or even entire zones.
    • …and lots more!

    Strategy Guides

    • Daffy Duck: The Marvin Missions – General tips as well as guides to each level of this side-scrolling action game featuring Marvin the Martian and Daffy Duck for the Super Nintendo.
    • Kether – Strategy guide for a weird sort of 3D shooter that nobody had ever heard of for the CD-i.
    • Tempest 2000 – Make it through all 100 levels of this update to the classic arcade game on the Atari Jaguar.

    Reviews

    • Super Street Fighter II Turbo – This review is for the arcade version of the game which had just been released.
    • Spectre – This game for the Super Nintendo is essentially a 3D battle game in which you are placed in a flying craft in an arena and must battle it out with robots. It’s an ok game but without much variety. The PC version was better for the simple reason that you could play over a network with multiple people.
    • Rocko’s Modern Life – This is a platform/puzzle game for the Super Nintendo based on the Nickelodeon cartoon of he same name. It ends up being pretty good for a kids game based on a license.
    • Super Loopz – A puzzle game for the Super Nintendo in which you must construct polygons. There are various modes including two-player cooperative and competitive modes. It is a pretty good game if you are a fan of puzzle games.
    • Flintstones – This game based on the cartoon for the Super Nintendo mixes a variety of genres including racing, platform, and board game. However, it ends up being too short and easy to provide much value.
    • Jetsons – A fairly unique platform game for the Super Nintendo based on the cartoon. It is an excellent game overall but the challenge level makes it better for older players than for younger kids.
    • Asterix – An average (at best) platform game for the Sega Genesis.
    • Mortal Kombat – The Sega CD version of this game offers a few relatively minor upgrades including some FMV, a soundtrack and a few more frames of animation.
    • Third World War – A strategy game for the Sega CD that the reviewer compared to KOEI’s offerings. The graphics aren’t great, the interface is complicated and the voice acting is pretty awful but as a strategy game it’s not bad.
    • Rise of the Dragon – A cyberpunk themed graphic adventure for the Sega CD sounds like a good idea but unfortunately, this particular implementation is average at best. It was also a conversion of a game that had been around on the PC for a few years already.
    • Super Air Zonk – Overall, a great platform game for the Turbo Duo but at the end of the day it’s much to short, especially for a CD based game.
    • Space Ace – A great conversion of this laser disc based arcade classic for the CD-i. I was never really a big fan though.
    • The Incredible Hulk – An excellent comic book themed game for the Game Gear that this reviewer like even better than the Genesis version. The only downside was the relatively poor and monotonous sound.
    • Ninja Gaiden III – This game for the Atari Lynx looks and plays much like the NES version. And that’s a good thing.
    • The Horde – This game for the 3DO tries to combine, not very successfully, strategy/simulation with fantasy based action.
    • Twisted – An interesting and rather unique board game/game show combo for the 3DO.
    • Micro Reviews – Short reviews of several games including Spider-Man and the X-Men (Game Gear), Aladdin (Game Gear), G2 Rider (Game Gear), and more.

    Other Cool Stuff

    • Alien vs. Predator: Stalking the Jaguar, Burning Up the Arcades – Interview with Atari producer James Hampton about Alien vs. Predator for the Atari Jaguar. Also, a look at the arcade version of AvP which is a completely different game (fighting game vs. FPS).
    • SportsWire: Sports game news, reviews, previews and more – Midway releases NBA Jam TE for the arcade; Sterling Sharpe signs with Jaleco for a Super Nintendo football game called Sterling Sharpe: End to End…but I don’t remember this one; previews include World Cup USA ’94 (Super NES), Mario Andretii Racing (Genesis), Champions World Class Soccer (Genesis), and Suzuka 8 Hours II (arcade); a review of Baseball Tonight for the Super Nintendo; a review of Double Dribble: The Playoff Edition for the Genesis; a review of Jammit for the Genesis; and a review for Soccer Shootout for the Super Nintendo.
    • Hardware: Gaming accessories galore – New items include the Super Link multiplayer adapter for the SNES, the Mega Mouse for the Genesis, the Interactor Virtual Reality Vest, and more.
    • Global Gaming – Featuring Sonic Drift for the Game Gear, Dragon Ball Z 2 for the Super Famicom, and Waka Taka Osumo for the Super Famicom.

    …and more!


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