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The SEGA Lounge

Mixdown Productions
Sega
Dreamcast
Shenmue
Ecco the Dolphin Defender Of the Future
Shinobi Art Of Vengeance
Football Manager
Sonic Rumble
Sonic Racing Cross Worlds
Blue Stinger
Two Point Studios
Shinobi (video Game Series)
Ristar
Earthion
Sonic the Hedgehog
FM26
Sonic Rush
Comix Zone
Mega Drive Mini
Museum
Hospital

Hosted by KC. An interview based podcast focusing on SEGA games, game devs and community personalities. New episodes every Friday. Come on in and have a seat.

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Latest Episodes

Surprise! The SEGA Lounge returns for the first time in 2026 for an update on all SEGA news that came out of the not-E3/Summer period. Joining KC are SkillJim, Lime Reversed and Lewis Cox of The Dreamcast Junkyard.

Relevant links:

• Sega Might Be R... more

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KC, SkillJim, Lime, and Viper share their thoughts on another year that went by. Was 2025 a success for SEGA or just an average succession of events? Which games stood out the most? What do we expect from the company in 2026? Check out our answers in... more

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This week, the whole crew is here to nominate the best SEGA games of the past 25 years for a hypothetical award of Best SEGA Game of the 1/4 Century.

Support The SEGA Lounge: www.thesegalounge.com/support/

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This week we're celebrating the birth of the boost mechanic in Sonic games, the blue blur's first use of the Nintendo DS' dual screens, and a pretty funky soundtrack. Sonic Rush turned 20 this year, which gave KC, Stuart, and Viper (briefly) an excus... more

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Recent Guests

Lewis Cox
From The Dreamcast Junkyard, guest commentator
The Dreamcast Junkyard
Episode: 289 - Summer 2026 SEGA News Reactions
Joe March
Guest (mentioned in the moment, but not actively introduced as a named guest in show)
Episode: 289 - Summer 2026 SEGA News Reactions
James Skill Jim Brown
Guest speaker, longtime SEGA contributor and game designer
Independent
Episode: 287 - The Best SEGA Games of the 1/4 Century
The Green Viper 8
Guest speaker, SEGA community member with extensive knowledge of SEGA titles
Independent
Episode: 287 - The Best SEGA Games of the 1/4 Century
Stuart (Shane Musings)
Guest speaker; Sonic fan and collector featured on the show
Shane Musings / Sonic community
Episode: 286 - 20 Years of SONIC RUSH
Mark Webley
Founder and studio head at Two Point Studios
Two Point Studios
Episode: 283 - Mark Webley, Gary Carr and Luke Finlay-Maxwell of Two Point Studios
Gary Carr
Founder and studio head at Two Point Studios
Two Point Studios
Episode: 283 - Mark Webley, Gary Carr and Luke Finlay-Maxwell of Two Point Studios
Luke Finlay-Maxwell
Lead designer on Two Point Museum
Two Point Studios
Episode: 283 - Mark Webley, Gary Carr and Luke Finlay-Maxwell of Two Point Studios
Dom (Dreamcast Enjoyer)
Guest, Dreamcast-focused content creator and Blue Stinger enthusiast
Dreamcast Enjoyer (YouTube)
Episode: 282 - The Hassy Hype Hour (Blue Stinger Special)

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • WhatAJoke

    Yall kick someone from your community after 10 years of loyalty. That’s sad

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    RadioSegaSham
    United Statesa year ago
  • The Sega Lounge

    Excellent podcast for any Sega fans - KC is a fantastic host!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Third Atlantic
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Rubbish

    Terrible

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    clocky man
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Best podcast to listen for Sega lovers!

    Podchaser
    5
    Lorena_2
    6 years ago
  • Unfair Outdated Reviews

    Two out of the three reviews for this show, while might have been valid 4 years ago, do not reflect the show’s more recent quality. The mixing was fixed, and this show doesn’t deserve the 3.0 rating that it had as of before my review. I do hope that you give the show a listen, and ignore the low ratings, as despite the audio mixing being an issue four years ago, it doesn’t reflect the show’s fascinating interviews and accompanying content. KC, you rock!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FM J
    United States7 years ago

Listeners Say

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Nostalgia-driven focus can feel specialized but very engaging for SEGA fans.
Hosts are great at pulling meaningful interviews with industry insiders.
Audio mixing quality has been a notable complaint from some listeners.
Guests bring strong insights, making interviews valuable for industry watchers.
Overall, the show is praised for fascinating interviews and community content.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

271 - Ben Fiquet of Lizardcube
Q: Which Game Gear Shinobi game had four playable ninjas and four additional characters?
The Game Gear Shinobi featured four playable ninjas, with a total of five Shinobis including an extra one you could unlock.
271 - Ben Fiquet of Lizardcube
Q: Which Shinobi game featured digitized live action cutscenes?
Shinobi 4: Art of Vengeance (Revenge of Shinobi era) featured digitized content; the round concluded with identifying Shinobi 3 as the source for a clip, but the live action cutscenes reference points were discussed around Shinobi X and related editions.
271 - Ben Fiquet of Lizardcube
Q: In that PS2 Shinobi game Nightshade, what is the name of the female ninja protagonist?
The protagonist is Hibana (Kunoichi in Japan).
273 - Shinobi: Art of Vengeance (with Brian Shea)
Q: What were your expectations coming into Shinobi Art of Vengeance and how did the game meet them?
I expected a beautiful, well-made game and was proven right; it looks stunning, moves smoothly, and respects Shinobi while integrating modern design sensibilities.
279 - 30 Years of Comix Zone (with Ken Horowitz)
Q: But Ken, what is Comix Zone, and why is it important to you?
Comix Zone is a side-scrolling brawler that stands out due to its comic-book premise and atmosphere, where the protagonist fights through panels drawn into a living comic world; it's memorable for its unique visuals, clever use of panel transitions, and the sense that you're stepping into a different medium within a game.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The SEGA Lounge

What is The SEGA Lounge about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A show centered on SEGA's games, hardware, and community personalities, blending developer interviews with deep dives into Sega-era franchises and modern SEGA projects. Conversations span from studio philosophy and game design to retro hardware history, with plenty of nostalgia, insider context, and lively banter. The format often features guest experts, roundtables, and live reads that highlight preservation, merchandising, and crossovers within the SEGA ecosystem, making it a go-to for listeners who love behind-the-scenes stories and community-driven perspectives.

A standout angle is the balance between heartfelt nostalgia and industry insights, plus a recurring focus on long-running SEGA franchises, fan culture, and curated nostalgia tr... more

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1. Lewis Cox
2. Joe March
3. James Skill Jim Brown
4. The Green Viper 8
5. Stuart (Shane Musings)
6. Mark Webley
7. Gary Carr
8. Luke Finlay-Maxwell

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