Sega Genesis Console Model 1 W/Sonic Box + 2 Games + 2 Controllers
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Manufacturer description
Tested both MS. PAC-MAN and After Burner 2 and ended up playing both games way too long before I remembered I was just testing them haha. Everything works albeit it’s an old system so prolly needs some love and attention. The box has the typical wear and tear but the console looks practically new. This bundle comes with everything shown and listed here: •Original Sonic box •Original styrofoam •Model 1 console •Power supply •AV cord •1 regular controller + 1 quickshot controller •Ms. Pac Man with box no manual •After Burner 2 with box no manual
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SpecPicks scored Sega Genesis Console Model 1 W/Sonic Box + 2 Games + 2 Controllers using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro consoles category. Sega's retro consoles lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for retro consoles of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Full Specifications
| bit | 16 |
|---|---|
| region | NTSC |
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