In a surprise turn of a events, SEGA is re-releasing the Genesis games on another platform. The iPhone isn’t foreign to SEGA, but it’s a little bit different this time around. In a stroke of genius (yes, I said “genius”), SEGA will be releasing an official emulator for the iPhone with its own store, allowing you to purchase ROMs. With the iPhone App Store becoming obnoxiously bigger every day, SEGA’s plan to break free and sell their games within its own store is a smart idea. The emulator will come packaged with Space Harrier II and with the ability to purchase four additional titles:
• Sonic the Hedgehog: $5.99
• Golden Axe: $4.99
• Ecco the Dolphin: $2.99
• Shining Force: $2.99
Will you pay $6 for the original Sonic (again)? Will the emulator recognize the Sonic app that was released last year? Will lag be present in these emulations? All these questions and more should be answered when the app releases later this year.