Segaiden 73: Solomon's Key and Galactic Protector (Patreon)

Spin control: Solomon's Key & Galactic Protector | Segaiden 073

Two Japan-exclusive Master System (well, Mark III) titles this episode. First, the companion piece to Argos no Juujiken with Solomon's Key, the second and final third-party release for Mark III. Unlike the Mark III's take on Rygar, though, this version of Solomon's Key is barely distinguishable from the NES port. More uniquely, we have Galactic Protector, also the second and final of a set of Mark III releases. Specifically, the second and final Fantasy Zone spin-off. And I do mean spin: Galactic Protector requires use of the Paddle Controller that shipped with Alex Kidd: BMX Trial, since it involves Opa-Opa revolving around different planets in an attempt to defend them from harm. "You have to own Alex Kidd: BMX Trial" is a pretty steep barrier to entry! Weird marketing choice there, guys! Production notes: Learn more about the Master System's history by preordering The NES Era Vol. III: NES and the Peak of 8-Bit, a comprehensive photographic atlas of every console game released for NES and its competitors—including the Intellivision—at the height of their power, from January 1988 through the advent of 16-bit systems in August 1989. Take a deep dive into the prehistory of NES with this limited-edition oversized (12x12"!) photo book: https://limitedrungames.com/products/the-nes-era-vol-3-hardcover Video Works is funded via Patreon (http://www.patreon.com/gamespite) — support the show and get access to every episode up to two weeks in advance of its YouTube debut! Plus, exclusive podcasts, eBooks, and more! Master System footage captured from MiSTer (thanks to MiSTerAddOns) with a SNAC adapter for Paddle Controller material. Video upscaled to 4K with RetroTink 4K. RGB cables courtesy of StoneAgeGamer.com and Allie Bellrose.