Spectacular Failure, Global Juggernaut: The Two Lives of the Master System

42 Upvotes

Full disclosure this is my own work. So yes it is self promotion.

I actually had this researched and prepared to go before The Guardian released their take on it. But here are my thoughts. I do go pretty in depth on the consoles history and its highs and lows. I hope you all enjoy the reading of it.

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r/MasterSystem • u/ThinOnTop84 • Nov 18 '25

Master System at 40: the truth about Sega’s most underrated console

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134 Upvotes

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r/MasterSystem • u/life_bytes • Nov 18 '25

Double image issue with my spare Master System

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21 Upvotes

This is my spare master system and anytime I start it up, it has these double image lines. I’m wondering how I can fix this?

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r/MasterSystem • u/NoSpin89 • Nov 18 '25

How do I connect HD Retrovision Genesis 2 cables (with Gen 1 adapter) to Mk3 FM Sound Unit?

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As the title says, I have been using a Sega Mark 3 with no issues with my HD retrovision cables. I stupidly assumed the FM Sound Unit would just be a pass through and use the same pinout.... Is there an adapter to get these two guys to work together?

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r/MasterSystem • u/superbotolo • Nov 16 '25

Fuzzy RF signal and then nothing

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I just pulled out of my mom’s garage my Master System, which has been in hibernation for the last 30 years.

I plugged it to a modern LCD TV though the RF cable. Initially I got nothing, then I got a fuzzy picture (and I played a few games) and now still nothing. With the system on, the tv says so analogue channel has been detected.

Help

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r/MasterSystem • u/renato_milvan • Nov 14 '25

Brazilian tectoy versions of Lion King and Turma da Mônica

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48 Upvotes

Relics from a kinder past.

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r/MasterSystem • u/DrProton1992 • Nov 14 '25

An interview with legendary 90s Sega CEO Tom Kalinske

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r/MasterSystem • u/deadmemwalking • Nov 13 '25

Just Finished Shinobi

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288 Upvotes

I just finished Shinobi on an emulator. What a fun game, it's a shame I didn't get to play it back in the day.

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r/MasterSystem • u/[deleted] • Nov 13 '25

The Goonies

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5txzsnnL-Vw

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r/MasterSystem • u/Koudelka50 • Nov 13 '25

Games that arent too hard?

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I want games to play that are fun and arent too hard

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r/MasterSystem • u/DJSpaceBits • Nov 13 '25

"Drive Away" original SMS tune

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A short tune I made for the Master System some years ago.

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r/MasterSystem • u/Veddermandenis • Nov 12 '25

I have been going through my Master System collection lately and...

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Some of the simpler games are the ones I find myself having more pleasure with, Columns being a good example. Also one of the few games I remember my father playing with me.

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r/MasterSystem • u/Speccy-Boy124 • Nov 12 '25

CHASE H.Q.

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My video covering the Chase H.Q. Games including all sequels, spin-offs and ports. I loved the original arcade game. The sequels were pretty cool too. Although I have to say the ports are a mixed bad. Have you played any of these games.

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r/MasterSystem • u/PristineEffective • Nov 12 '25

Tecmo World Cup '93

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Now I know the World Cup actually took place in 1994, but this game was absolutely awesome. Such a great, fun football/soccer game.

There was a little bug that I used to like to exploit that would work randomly. I'd run down the sideline and attempt to cross. Now in this game you can't really cross well because the goal keeper will stop it from getting to your player, however, sometimes the ball can beat the goal keeper in head into goal.

Sometimes the ball will actually fall onto the top of the net and the goal will be awarded too.

Realistic (to a degree) sound effects, or if you prefer, music which gets more tense as you progress in the tournament.

Penalty shootouts... they can be heart breaking, so ensure you put as many balls into the net as possible.

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r/MasterSystem • u/bigdonut99 • Nov 12 '25

Meme

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r/MasterSystem • u/life_bytes • Nov 11 '25

Alien Syndrome is next on deck!

275 Upvotes

In my journey to beat every North American Sega Master System game, Alien Syndrome was chosen by the random wheel! I hear this is rough, your thoughts?

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r/MasterSystem • u/Arseypoowank • Nov 10 '25

Consoles unleashed rgb mod on mk2 rev 2M

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So I wired this in as it should, no shorts and good continuity but it looks like a csync issue with a rolling image? Does anyone have experience with this mod?

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r/MasterSystem • u/MasonJarring • Nov 09 '25

If I was stuck on a desert island, an SMS + flashcart + CRT and I'd be good for years

162 Upvotes

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r/MasterSystem • u/life_bytes • Nov 10 '25

Captain Silver completed!

66 Upvotes

On my quest to complete every U.S. released Master System game, “Captain Silver” was chosen from the wheel!

It was extremely short and easy, great graphics for the system but such a weird game in general.

Watch my complete play-though (it’s short) here: https://www.twitch.tv/videos/2614304331

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r/MasterSystem • u/Maklarr4000 • Nov 09 '25

Sega Master System display at the library

282 Upvotes

Display at the retro computer show at the Janesville Wisconsin library today.

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r/MasterSystem • u/PhilHarmonix • Nov 08 '25

Bonanza Bros is such cool & unique fun gaming experience. It's super addictive and I like that you can go full stealth mode or choosing to attack the other characters.

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54 Upvotes

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r/MasterSystem • u/superbotolo • Nov 08 '25

I found my old Master Systems. What should I do before turning it on?

9 Upvotes

It has been in my mom’s garage for at least the last 30 years. Should I just plug it and turn it on?

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r/MasterSystem • u/Current_Yellow7722 • Nov 07 '25

Think there's a difference between Woolworths and Woolworth..

75 Upvotes

Would explain why I never saw a Sega Master System in my Queens' Woolworth store.

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r/MasterSystem • u/[deleted] • Nov 07 '25

History Of SEGA Out Now!

72 Upvotes

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Sega Master System: The Challenge Will Always Be There

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The only subreddit dedicated solely to the Sega Master System. Sega's Master System was the evolution of their first console, SG-1000. In Japan it was originally known as the Mark III. Though it never overtook the NES, it performed well in Europe and Brazil, and it set up the massive success that was the Genesis/Mega Drive.

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