December 6 is Going to Be a Sad Day for Sega Fans

December 6 will be a sad day for Sega fans, as the studio has announced it will be delisting many classic games and bundles from virtual stores. Among the delisted Sega games are iconic titles like Crazy Taxi, Golden Axe, and Streets of Rage, which will no longer be available for new purchases.

Sega made a big impact on the industry, especially in the 1980s and 1990s. Sega is famous for creating some classic game series, like Sonic the Hedgehog, that are almost inseparable from the Sega name. Its Sega Genesis (or Mega Drive) console cemented its place in gaming history, introducing iconic titles that remain relevant even today. Unfortunately for Sega fans, many of these classics will soon disappear from digital storefronts.

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Sega has announced on its official website that many of its beloved classic games and bundles will be delisted from virtual storefronts starting December 6. Sega has confirmed that even though the games are being delisted, players who already own them won’t lose access. They’ll still be able to download and play these classic Sega titles from their libraries. Some classic games will remain available for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers, but Sega hasn’t shared details about what this means for fans using other platforms.

Sega Games Being Delisted from Digital Storefronts

• PlayStation
• Nintendo Switch
• Xbox
  • Altered Beast
  • Crazy Taxi
  • Sega Genesis Classics
  • Golden Axe
  • Monster World
  • Nights into Dreams
  • Sega Bass Fishing
  • Shinobi
  • Sonic the Fighters
  • Streets of Rage
  • SVC: ToeJam and Earl
  • Virtua Fighter 2
• Steam
  • Alex Kidd in the Enchanted Castle
  • Alien Soldier
  • Alien Storm
  • Altered Beast
  • Beyond Oasis
  • Bio-Hazard Battle
  • Bonanza Bros
  • Columns
  • Columns 3
  • Comix Zone
  • Crack Down
  • Crazy Taxi
  • Decap Attack
  • Dr. Robotnik’s Mean Bean Machine
  • Dreamcast Collection Bundle
  • Dynamite Headdy
  • Ecco Jr.
  • Ecco the Dolphion
  • Ecco: The Tides of Time
  • ESWAT: City Under Siege
  • Eternal Champions
  • Fatal Labyrinth
  • Flicky
  • Galaxy Force 2
  • Gain Ground
  • Golden Axe
  • Golden Axe 2
  • Golden Axe 3
  • Gunstar Heroes
  • Jet Set Radio
  • Kid Chameleon
  • Landstalker: The Treasures of King Nole
  • Light Crusader
  • Mega Drive and Genesis Classic Bundle
  • Nights into Dreams
  • Phantasy Star 2
  • Phantasy Star 3: Generations of Doom
  • Phantasy Star 4: The End of the Millenium
  • RiStar
  • Sega Bass Fishing
  • Shadow Dancer
  • Shining Force
  • Shining Force 2
  • Shining in the Darkness
  • Shinobi 3: Return of the Ninja Master
  • Sonic 3D Blast
  • Sonic Spinball
  • Space Channel 5: Part 2
  • Space Harrier 2
  • Streets of Rage
  • Streets of Rage 2
  • Streets of Rage 3
  • Super Thunder Blade
  • Sword of Vermillion
  • The Revenge of Shinobi
  • ToeJam and Earl
  • ToeJam and Earl in Panic on Funkoton
  • VectorMan
  • VectorMan 2
  • Virtua Fighter 2
  • Wonder Boy in Monster World
  • Wonder Boy 3: Monster Lair

The delisting impacts a variety of popular Sega titles across different systems, such as Golden Axe, Sonic 3D Blast, Streets of Rage, Shinobi 3, and Virtua Fighter 2. Platforms like Steam, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch will see some of these options disappear, including collections like the Dreamcast Collection and Sega Genesis Classics. Sega hasn’t provided any explanation for why it’s removing these games. While this might open the door for a new Sega service to access these classic games, the lack of information suggests they may be moving away from offering retro games widely.

Sega played a big role in pushing gaming forward by bringing arcade-style experiences to home consoles and leading the way in 3D gaming with the Sega Saturn and Dreamcast. While it faced challenges in the console market, Sega’s classic titles not only entertained millions but also established franchises that continue to thrive today.

For many gamers, Sega’s classic consoles and games are key milestones in gaming history. With these titles being removed soon, December 6 is set to be a bittersweet day, as an important piece of gaming history becomes less accessible to fans.

Sega

Date Founded

June 3, 1960

Headquarters

Shinagawa City, Tokyo, Japan

CEO

Hajime Satomi