# Retro Gaming Consoles The Sega Genesis is Set to Be Launched as a New Nostalgic Toy By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2016-07-27 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sega-genesis References: [dailyhive](http://dailyhive.com/vancouver/sega-classic-game-console) & [sega](http://www.sega.com/) The Sega [Genesis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anicorn-x-sega-megadrivegenesis) (also known as the [Mega Drive](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sega-mega-drive-controller) in regions outside of North America) is a new retro gaming console that's being launched to give video gamers an updated way to play with a nostalgic gaming system. The special console is also being launched in celebration of the 25th Sonic anniversary. The retro console will be loaded with 80 games that will give people the chance to rediscover their favorite games in an authentically retro format. Games include Mortal Kombat 1 - 3, a variety of Sonic games, Golden Axe 1 - 3 and many more. The announcement of the Sega Genesis comes hot on the heels of [Nintendo's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-controllers) NES Classic Edition, which signifies a revival in small-scale retro gaming systems. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro Gaming Consoles:** The introduction of classic gaming consoles provides an opportunity to cater to gamers' nostalgic desire to play older games with updated technology. - **Small-scale Retro Gaming Systems:** The rise of small-scale retro gaming systems indicates consumer demand for compact devices with limited game libraries and a chance to enjoy classic video games. - **Revival of Classic Video Games:** People's waning interest in new video games provides an opportunity to resurrect old games with updated software, graphics, and gameplay for modern audiences. ### Where This Applies - **Video Game Industry:** Video Game Industry players can capitalize on people's longing for classic video games by producing updated retro consoles, remastering old games, and/or developing new games that are similar in graphic and gameplay to the old ones. - **Electronics Industry:** Electronics Industry giants can work together with Video Game Industry players to design and mass-produce affordable, high-quality, and durable retro gaming consoles and other devices that are compatible with traditional and modern gaming systems. - **Nostalgia-based Consumerism:** Retail Industry can leverage the power of nostalgia-based consumerism by introducing classic franchises, reviving old toys and games, and/or producing apparel and accessories that remind people of the past. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nostalgic Miniature Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astro-mini-city-v.md) - [Nostalgic Retro-Style Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sega-mega-drive-mini-2.md) - [Collaboration Gaming Console Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anicorn-x-sega-megadrivegenesis.md) - [Pocket-Sized Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/segadbs.md) - [Freestanding Retro Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vectrex-mini.md) - [Retro Game Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sega-mega-drive-controller.md) - [Nostalgic Video Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-origins.md) - [Millennium-Inspired Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anbernic-rg34xx.md) - [Retro-Inspired Handheld Game Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-pocket-neogeo-edition.md)