Darius: Extra Version (2020)

Developer: M2
Publisher: Taito
Platforms: Sega Mega Drive/Genesis
Genres: Shooter, Arcade
Where to get it: Website

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How it feels

Classic Taito rail shooter Darius finally lands on Genesis hardware in a polished port with expanded content.

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About

While never originally ported to the Sega Genesis, a port of the game by M2 is featured on the Sega Genesis Mini microconsole of September 19th, 2019. Later, an expanded version titled "Darius Extra Version" was released for a Sega Mega Drive/Genesis cart for a special Amazon prime Day release on October 13th, 2020. Cartridge and packaging was produced by Columbus Circle.

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