Revolutionary Update Enhances Jewel Master, Genesis' Overlooked Action Platformer

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Revolutionary Update Enhances Jewel Master, Genesis’ Overlooked Action Platformer

Posted 5:13 pm
by Yousiff

Jewel Master, released in 1991 for the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive, is often overlooked despite its interesting gameplay centered around combining magic rings and a notable soundtrack by Motoaki Takenouchi, featuring nods to the band Yes.

While it received mixed reviews—an 88% from Sega Pro and only 55% from Megatech—many publications were critical of the title. However, fans can look forward to a patch being developed by modder BillyTime!Games, which aims to refine the game by enhancing the rings and their abilities, potentially improving overall engagement and playability.

First two elements are done. Fire rings can be stacked for extra damage.

Wind Rings stacked give Speed and High Jump Abilities combined.

Have an idea for water rings, no clue on how to handle Earth rings. pic.twitter.com/K3mIceu8QI

— BillyTime!Games (@BillytimeG) July 23, 2024

Earth rings perform a health restore. It can be used only once per level or continue unless you get a health upgrade.

This one could be too busted and maybe subject to a nerf. pic.twitter.com/BEUvoyBOtl

— BillyTime!Games (@BillytimeG) July 23, 2024

Yousiff

I’m Yousiff Taqi, born in ’87, and I’ve been a huge fan of retro games for as long as I can remember. My favorites are RPGs, Platformers, and Action Adventure. I’ve been interested in computers ever since I was young, which is why I pursued a Bachelor’s in Computer Engineering from Purdue University. Now, armed with my passion for both retro gaming and computer engineering, I’m excited to embark on new adventures in the world of technology, where I hope to merge my interests and make meaningful contributions. https://www.instagram.com/Aeon https://twitter.com/FencerDarkwind