Great Multiplatform Games on the Sega Saturn 

The title of this one seems to have been a poor choice. This isn't a video about the Saturn having the best versions of these games. I meant this to be a video about the Saturn having a solid version of multiplatform titles that are worth your time(as the opening monologue described). As in "winning choices" for your library. If this had been a comparison/best version video the entire thing would have been loaded with Playstation/3DO footage in every segment and I would have called it "21 times the Saturn outperformed its Competitors" or something. I mean I blatantly said in a number of segments the Saturn version had weaker textures and transparencies, so how can it be the definitive version? Anyhow, sorry for the title and should I do a part 2, I'll adjust it.

I swear, you always upload when I need it. Going through a lot lately, trying to keep my mind busy which is tough at night when there isn't much to do. I appreciate you uploading about something I love right when I need it. Love your videos and the Saturn 👍

Both NBA JAM and WWF Wrestlemania had far larger sprites on the Saturn than any other console port and also loaded a lot quicker. Then there's, Mortal Kombat II, a game so bad on PS1, Acclaim dumped it in Japan.

I always loved the little differences and nuances between the versions

I love seeing 3D on the saturn. It’s a nice step up from the ps1 crumpled paper look. And I love DOA too.

Boy, how great does Alien Trilogy look? I love that they chose to go with a dark, shadow aesthetic versus a "fog" appearance for those undeveloped far-away shots, definitely matches the vibes of the movies. Great choices, SLX 👍

In a possible part 2 video, please add Grandia ! Saturn version is a total win !

bro I've been watching your channel for four years, around the time I first got a Sega Saturn, and you're still introducing me to games I've never heard of. Cheers

Ah yes, will definitely make sure to 'import' Wipeout. Somehow never realized it was on the Saturn.

Love My Saturn Thank You Sega Lord X Once Again We’ve Seen It All From The Master System To The Dreamcast

Cool thing about Dead or Alive. The Saturn port was specifically made for the console. When the PS1 port came it was also made specifically for the console and it is not a port of the Saturn one. this is actually rare even today because developers take a console and make that the main port and then just take that one and use it for other consoles not taking advantage of other hardware. This happened a lot to multiplatform games on the Xbox and then the PS3. Powerful consoles that multiplatforms never took advantage of the hardware

As always thanks for your information. Even though I do not own a saturn I get the chance to learn more about a system that I know little about

RE was the first Saturn game I played, on a Saturn display at the tabletop game shop I played D&D at when I lived in Texas for a couple years. Wasn't a huge fan of the genre but it was rather impressive to play while waiting for everyone to grab their lunches.

23:13 Yeah that is something the Sega Saturn did very well with the two VDP setup, rendering a Mode7 style tilemap plane while the other chip rendered 3D models on top of it. That was a nice progression of the Mode7 approach that worked well in Panzer Dragoon, as well as being perfect for 3D fighting game floors.

Finally I got a saturn, what an amazing system

It's interesting that the Saturn does so well with 3DO ports. I wonder if it's because they both use quads to draw 3d instead of triangles like pretty much every other console.

Man, the Loaded background music... I remember playing a lot this game with my little brother (we were teenagers on that time)!

Off world extreme also has uncensored cutscenes on Saturn, for whatever that's worth.

Command and Conquer was so much fun on the Saturn. I put a ton of time into it. Great soundtrack too. KILL KILL KILL! NO MERCY! Also I love the "chunkier" character models of Resident Evil on the Saturn vs the Ps1.

My favorite multi platform releases for the Saturn are Earthworm Jim 2 and Gex, and I proudly own both of them. EWJ2 for Saturn remains this day as my all-time favorite video game. It looks, sounds, and plays better than on the SNES or Genesis, and the fact the PS1 version never made it beyond the PAL Region made me gravitate to owning the Saturn version… Gex, as well, played better on Saturn as opposed to its PS1 counterpart. While the 3DO save feature is no longer present and instead relies on passwords, everything else was better on Saturn, including the loading times and the sound quality of Gex’s trademark quips, and if I’m bored or sleep-deprived, it’s my go-to game. My only regret is that the later 3D sequels (mainly “Enter the Gecko” since the Saturn was discontinued at the time “Deep Cover Gecko” came out…) never made it to the Saturn…

From my experience, I'd add Rayman to this list: content-wise, the Saturn version is nearly identical to the well known PS1 version but I think it runs better (even on a PAL Saturn) and controls better. Other changes are different background pictures in some stages and some fun little segways between segments for each stage.

Everything Capcom, everything snk, all the shmups, most of the puzzle games, some of the rpgs that were on the Saturn first but were only localized for the ps1 (grandia, suikoden, ogre battle, etc) and yeah the Saturn was awesome

oh ho! Resident evil on the Saturn has be my favorite port the OG game "next the DS version port/remake". It added in so much new content so few people have ever got to play/experience.

I am so happy you had offworld interceptor extreme on this list. I used to rent it for the Saturn almost every weekend if there wasn't anything new to try. Yes I had a small shop that actually rented Saturn games. I still have it physically on ps1 and road rash on ps1. Played that a lot growing up as well. Sometimes just set sound track just play. Enjoyed that games sound alot

I hope the Saturn will get a classic mini!!

I love these types of videos. I can't tell you how many Saturn titles (mainly imports) I've purchased in the last couple years based on your videos and recommendations. Your content and passion has really helped me find my own appreciation for the Saturn more now as an adult, and I thank you for that. Keep up the great work!

Very interesting topic. Multiple titles on Saturn is a topic that is not often talked about despite being rather intriguing. There are some titles I prefer playing on the Saturn even though I grew up playing them on the PS1. I really like the Saturn Version of RE 1 more than the Ps1 version. Yes, the graphic looks different and the Transparency effects are worse but it is still a great game. I also think it plays better on the Saturn controller than the ps1 controller. Alien Trilogy is another great game on the Saturn I prefer over the PS1 version. I also like the Saturn version of DOA 1 more than the Ps1 version. I did play DOA 1 until recently though. I did not get into series before DOA 2 on the Dreamcast. After having purchased both the Saturn and the Ps1 Version of DOA 1 I must say that Saturn wins in that case. ps: I would be very happy if there would be part 2 of that series.

Man, what a GREAT video. Truly excellent work! Can't wait for part 2 with Gex, Mega Man X4, Wipeout, Toshinden URA, and maybe a part 3 with Japanese titles like Layer Section II/Rayforce, Metal Slug, Castlevania SOTN, Baroque, Tactics Ogre, Policenauts, Street Fighter Zero 3, KOF 97 and the Marvel vs. series.

I had most of these games on the Saturn at one time and still have some of them. Loved them all.

I actually thought Tomb Raider faired well on the Saturn and if I’m not mistaken it was originally developed for the Saturn as well.

All your videos are so good and addictive! Thank you for your work!

I love that first song in this video. Loaded had great music. I knew about it because of ps1.

Very interesting video, don't hesitate to make more content about those great multiplatform games on Saturn, it's very informative for people who doesn't know about this fantastic console !

Random Fact: playing Alien Trilogy without music makes the game feel like a survival horror

Great video and some great games showcased there. I have a number of those titles on the Saturn for the reason they were superior to the PS1 version - Street Racer, Mass Destruction, Duke Nukem 3D and DoA for example. Nice theme and would love to see some more similar content.

I think Croc: Legend of the Gobbos would be a solid contender for a part 2. It stands toe to toe with the PS1 version other than the transparencies. Also supports the 3D pad and is a great 3D platformer on a console that's very lacking on that area.

Going to savor this one when I eventually get the time to watch it SegaLord. I love comparison videos. Unlike today’s consoles I legitimately loved all 3 during this most epic of eras, and it was always fascinating to see which game outperformed the other version(s) and on which console. Great stuff, keep up the great work!

Videos like this make me turn on my Saturn for another gaming session! Thank you.

Up for a part two !! You made a great job and i learn lot of good stuff here. Keep it up ; 👍

Sega should make you CEO.

Absolutely love the (pal) saturn version of Wipeout 2097 with the 3d controller.

Great video! Some of these games I didn't even know about it or had no idea there was a Saturn port. The Saturn versions of some Capcom games actually even got some exclusive content. The Saturn version of Resident Evil actually has _two_ Tyrants to fight at the end and also has some exclusive costumes for the characters. Mega Man 8 includes additional boss fights with Cut Man and Wood Man (as well as a new music track in Tengu Man's stage).

I love how your resources/health carry over level to level in Alien Trilogy. Makes everything matter. I beat it on Saturn and got to the end with nothing left. Dropped down and my motion sensor starts pinging all around me. So intense. But I wouldn’t reload a previous save and managed to beat it. Great game!

As for Resident Evil (Baio Hazādo) the detail that sticks out and separates it from PS1 is that player characters (especially Jill Valentine) skin now has a pinkish hue on it. Just this detail makes character models look more natural and lifelike unlike PS1, where they are so pale, giving off a vampiric like complexion on them🎃

Street Racer looks amazing! OMG.

really impressed by the racing game

Not sure if you've done it already, but an episode entirely on Lobotomy and how they programmed for the Saturn would be amazing. There was a really good article in the Sega Saturn UK magazine that explored it, those guys were even responsible for the creation of the Game Genie.

The Saturn often got screwed with multiplats, but as your video shows, it had some decent examples. Tomb Raider, Resident Evil, Street Racer etc all hold up against their PS1 equivalents and I never felt I was missing out on those back in the day (the loss of TR2 hurt at the time though). I remember buying WipeOut 2097 (UK based) at release on Saturn and to my 16 year old eyes at the time, it held up next to the PS1 version my friend had. I did notice the loss of transparency, but randomly I mainly noticed the loss of all the Red Bull branding, lol. Looking back, I immediately notice the lower frame rate compared to the PS1, but it didn't jump out at me back then. One of my favourites.

Loaded was the game that migrated me from 3D0 to PS1.

I wonder if the unusual hardware choices of the Saturn were in response to perceived advantages that the SNES had over the Genesis. The SNES had an impressive 3d background layer effect, Mode 7, that the Genesis lacked. The Saturn devotes a huge amount of hardware power to a specialized chip for 3d backgrounds. The PS took a more general purpose approach without a separate background layer enhancement chip.

Amazing video, congrats bud! 💪

Never thought this theme would give us almost half an hour of a very nice video

Speaking of ports, one game that would have looked great on the Saturn would have been Blood Omen: Legacy of Kain. To this day I have no idea why Crystal Dymamics didn't brought that game to the Saturn...

Great stuff. Looking forward to more.

Sega Saturn had more stable 3d models and didn't suffer from texture warping like PS1. It makes Saturn a better console by default.

Already I know This is gonna be granted fun ep Thx oh lord

Always love an SLX video after work

I still play Road Rash and Need For Speed to this day!!!! Another awesome video. Thanx.

I played the sh%t out of Aliens and Soviet Strike, those games were so cool. Hell yes and please, do one more if you can.

great idea for a video! enjoyed the list

You got my like as soon as I saw you have some sports games on here.. I'm glad you give sports games some respect too.

Thanks for making such great videos

Some honorable mentions: For sports games, NHL All Star Hockey 98, NHL 98, World Wide Soccer 97, World Series Baseball, Frank Thomas' Big Hurt Baseball, NBA Live 98 and NBA Action 98. For a few racing games: Scorcher, Daytona USA Champion Edition, Power Drift and Touge The King Spirits 2. Action Games: Assault Lynos 2, Tomb Raider, Blast Chamber, Elevator Action Earthworm Jim 2. Shooters: Bokan To Ippatsu, Blast Wind, Last Duel, Battle Gerrega, Dezaemon 2, Shinryu, Guardian Force.

Awesome content 👏🏻

Love this ! Looking forward to part two...Yes please 👍👍👍👍👍👍

really neat to see these...

Dead Or Alive 1 is good but 2 on the Dreamcast was incredible.

Great vid. A part 2 would be appreciated

I'd definitely appreciate a follow-up. It's so common to hear people say the Saturn was flat-out inferior to the PSX, so this is a treat to watch.

Great video!

On point as always

SLX FOR LIFE

Another great list. Another great video. Mass Destruction has a better framerate than the PS1 version, the Saturn RE Battle Mode is cool and unique, and Soviet Strike is also compatible with the mission stick which makes it the best version in my opinion. My contribution to the list is Nascar 98. The Saturn version is excellent with the car models being more accurately proportioned than its PS1 counterpart. The PS1 cars look kinda flat or stretched out. Love the channel. Thanks SLX.

Thanks man. Now I need to find total eclipse. It's a game I completely forgot about til now. But you kicked the nostalgia bug and I remember renting that as well and having a good time with my friends on the weekends. Just know I was born in 1980 to put the rental period into context

Notable mice: Worms 😁 great video dude 😊 will pick up some that you mentioned here 👍👍

As someone who always has a tough time settling for a single version of multiplatform games, I thank you for making such an informative video. I'd love to see a part 2 with 2D games, seeing as sadly not every of them were better on the Saturn (eg. Mega Man X3, Jikkyō Oshaberi Parodius and Castlevania Symphony of the Night).

Alien Trilogy was one of the first games to annoy the shit out of me with its head-bobbing camera.

I would love to see Multiplatform winners on Sega Genesis too! in my opinion Sega Genesis was better than Snes in much games like: -Fatal Fury -Fatal Fury 2 -Street Fighter 2 -Super Street Fighter 2 -Earthworm Jim -Mortal Kombat -Mortal Kombat 3 & Ultimate -King of The Monsters 2 -Aladdin -Joe & Mac -Lethal Enforcers and i gonna stop here xD..

Love the Loaded music in the background... I gotta see if that game to Saturn

I'd love a video of 2D platform exclusives. For the Saturn specifically, but also for every other post 16-bit console. I find those tend to age much better than early polygonal-mush games.

I owned three of them: Road Rash, Solar Eclipse, and Mass Destruction. My favorite would be Solar Eclipse... good music, good story. I kinda of wish they still did those live action videos.

I always will prefer Resident Evil for the Saturn and will forever wish we could have gotten RE2. The Saturn will forever be my favorite console, such great memories

So many fond memories!

Love the Video ❤️

Command and Conquer and Warcraft 2 are still 2 of my favorites to play on my Saturn even today. While not the best way to play today for me they played suprisingly well.

13:35 - "It's a good one to look out for if you enjoy regional changes" Love these videos and sentences like that are exactly why.

I love all your videos I would like to see part 2

Looking forward to part 2

Man I loved Loaded when it came out on the ps1. I'm pretty sure I beat it but it was so long ago that I don't remember. I immediately recognized the music at the beginning of the video. It's a really fun game.

Thank you for the Video

Here's a fun idea for a Sega video topic, if you're not already working on it. ;) What if Fighters Megamix had taken off like Super Smash Bros.? Like, what if FM had somehow gotten so popular, that everybody had to get a Saturn just to play this crazy Sega crossover game? And, since they already had the Saturn, they went ahead and got Virtua Fighter, and Fighting Vipers, and Sonic, and Daytona, and all the other franchises represented, and this revitalized interest in Sega, and Sega lasted as a console manufacturer for several more generations, mainly from everyone having to get a Sega console for the new FM sequel? What characters would Sega have introduced in each subsequent sequel, for the Dreamcast, Dreamcast 2, Dreamcast Portable, Dreamcast You, Dreamscroll? Certainly they would have promoted Shenmue in FM2. But would they have finally put Sonic in the first sequel, or would they save him for FM3, as the last character you unlock in Fantasy Zone Emissary? Maybe this could be the first of a series of Sega What If? videos....

Thank you for these videos. I never had the Saturn growing up I was a NES kid and Atari and Intelivision. I went to the N64. I now own all of the sega consoles and I absolutely love them. The saturn seems to be the hardest for me to find games on that I like better than the Playstation Or N64. Your videos save me a ton of money and time. Thank you.

"D" was fantastic on Saturn.

Amazing video... Thank you for bringing light to games I've never even heard of. Everyone makes the Saurn all about the exclusives, and as such I never get to hear about any of the good multiplats it had. Similar with the Wii U.

Enjoyed, thanks. :)

I had the Saturn version of Alien Trilogy and never knew the differences until later. I remember loving it but it's been forever since I played it.

I played the crap out of Alien Trilogy for the Saturn as a kid. My mom was a bargain shopper and picked it up on the cheap from Walmart 👍🏻 thanks mom!

I still stand by Sega being my first choice of console brand, but I do still feel it's important to study each and every game to find out which version is the best. Back in the Saturn days, I was limited to the occasional new game purchase and what was available to rent at Blockbuster. I would've rented Street Racer and Soviet Strike, but my local Blockbuster didn't have them! I rented Doom and Destruction Derby, and I could tell the framerate wasn't quite right. Despite Battle Arena Toshinden turning out better on the PlayStation performance wise, I do still admire the Saturn version for having better character portraits and a story mode. When it comes to games that came out for the PS2, Xbox and Gamecube, I automatically opt for the Gamecube version if it offers Gamecube-GBA connectivity, as is the case with Rayman 3 and Fifa 2004 (for example). If you're picky about how detailed games are, you'd feel most at home playing the Xbox version of The Simpsons Road Rage, but if framerate's what you care the most about, you'd be just as happy with the Gamecube version. I know you said not to worry about Dreamcast ports of PSone games, but I would still have liked the Angry Video Game Nerd to review the Dreamcast version of Tomb Raider Chronicles instead of its PSone counterpart, same with Rerez and The Grinch.

Beside 2D fighting games, Dead or Alive, Street Racer and Mass Destruction were the first titles that came up in mind. Glad to see those here. I wonder if Thoshiden Ura can be considered as well (?)

I wonder if the Saturn has the best version of any of the true multiplatform games (On PS1 and N64 as well)