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SEGA Mega Drive Ultimate Collection- Essentials (PS3)

Name: SEGA Mega Drive Ultimate Collection- Essentials (PS3)
Brand: SEGA
SKU: B0098G61H8
Price: 28.93 USD
Availability: InStock

Bottom line: The SEGA Mega Drive Ultimate Collection- Essentials ($28.93 on Amazon as of 2026-10-06): Over 40 SEGA first-party games on one PS3 disc; main trade-off: PS3-only disc - will not run on PS4, PS5 or PC.

$28.93

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Over 40 SEGA first-party games on one PS3 disc
✓ Includes Sonic 1, 2 and 3 plus all three Streets Of Rage
✓ 720p output with higher-resolution graphics on modern TVs
✓ Deep cuts included: Columns, Alien Storm, Ecco, Space Harrier

Cons

✗ PS3-only disc - will not run on PS4, PS5 or PC
✗ Emulated ports, not remasters or gameplay rebuilds
✗ Mega Drive titles only - no Saturn or Dreamcast content
✗ Essentials budget release, so packaging is minimal

Manufacturer description

The SEGA Mega Drive Ultimate Collection - Essentials brings over 40 first-party SEGA classics to the PS3 on a single disc, and it remains one of the deepest retro compilations SEGA has ever assembled. Developed by Backbone Entertainment, the lineup covers the headliners you would expect - Sonic The Hedgehog 1, 2 and 3, plus the full Streets Of Rage trilogy - alongside deeper cuts like Columns, Alien Storm, Ecco The Dolphin and Space Harrier. Each game is reproduced with close attention to the original arcade and cartridge versions rather than being remade, so the sprite work, music and…

SpecPicks Verdict

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many games are included in the SEGA Mega Drive Ultimate Collection?

The disc contains over 40 SEGA first-party classics, which SEGA describes as the largest collection of its own games offered in a single package.

Which Sonic games are on this collection?

Sonic The Hedgehog 1, 2 and 3 are all included, alongside the Streets Of Rage 1, 2 and 3 trilogy, Columns, Alien Storm, Ecco The Dolphin and Space Harrier.

Does it work on a PS4 or PS5?

No. This is a PlayStation 3 disc release and requires a PS3 console. Check the product listing for the exact regional edition before ordering.

Do the games look better than the original Mega Drive versions?

The collection outputs in 720p with higher-resolution graphics, but the games themselves are reproduced with detail and accuracy to the originals rather than remade.

Is this a good pick for a retro collection?

With 40-plus titles on one disc, it is a practical alternative to sourcing individual Mega Drive cartridges.

Key Features

SEGA Mega Drive: Ultimate Collection- Essentials (PS3)

Full Specifications

Brand	SEGA
Language	English
Release date	September 28, 2012
Type of item	Video Game
Compatibility	PS3
SEGA Mega Drive	Ultimate Collection- Essentials (PS3)
Publication Date	September 28, 2012
Compatible Video Game Console Models	SEGA Mega Drive, Sony PlayStation 3, Sony PlayStation 3 Slim, Sony PlayStation 3 Super Slim

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