Why Sega Smash Pack Deserves a Spot on GOG
The Sega Smash Pack series was a nostalgic goldmine for PC and Dreamcast players in the late '90s and early 2000s. Bundling together some of Sega's most beloved Genesis classics, it gave players easy access to iconic titles like Sonic the Hedgehog, Golden Axe, Streets of Rage, Altered Beast, Shinobi, and Ecco the Dolphin—all in one convenient collection.
What made the Smash Pack special wasn’t just the games themselves, but the authenticity and simplicity. For many, this was their first introduction to Sega's legendary library on PC, offering a taste of the 16-bit era without needing a console. The compilations were affordable, nostalgic, and packed with timeless gameplay that still holds up today.
So why bring it to GOG?
Because Sega Smash Pack is retro preservation at its finest. With GOG’s dedication to bringing back classic games DRM-free and optimized for modern operating systems, this would be the perfect way to revive the original PC experience. GOG’s support for DOSBox and older Windows-based titles makes it the ideal platform to house these gems.
Re-releasing the original Sega Smash Pack collections on GOG would let new players experience the best of the Genesis era with one download—and give longtime fans a chance to revisit their childhoods in a smooth, no-hassle way.
Let’s give Smash Pack the digital love it deserves.
Bring Sega Smash Pack to GOG—because great games never go out of style.