SEGA Genesis Model 2 Tested With OEM Controller
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A sega genesis model 2 system tested with controller and cords. The red LED light inside the system doesn't work however so it won't display when its on but console works perfectly fine without it.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored SEGA Genesis Model 2 Tested With OEM Controller 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.
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Full Specifications
| bits | 16 |
|---|---|
| model_revision | 2 |
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