The first thing I noticed when I fired up the Mini 2 was that the M2 team has put a stronger processor into the device. Hardware aside, it’s time to dive in and take a look at the software and the 61 games included on the Sega Genesis Mini 2, as well as some of the cool side features that make this one special. Here it’s just an empty spot, but a man can pretend, can’t he?įor those interested in console collection, the Genesis Mini 2 is based on the Japanese model of the console, so you’ll have a power switch instead of a button like we saw on the US release of the original console. Just like its predecessor, there’s even a small non-functional slot on the side for the SegaCD sidecar attachment. While there’s no need to keep dust out any more, it lives on as a fidget distraction for me, and that’s making my brain happy. The top-loading cart slot has a dual-door system just like its big brother counterpart. The Genesis Mini 2 has a few fun little features that are more for nostalgia than purpose. Rounding things out, there’s also an included HDMI cable for the 720p HDMI output on the back of the unit, though just about any cable will handle a 720p signal, so feel free to use a longer cable if needed. Also inside the box is a USB cable for power, as well as an included power brick to plug it into the wall. I’m getting ahead of myself with these game name-drops though. Sega heard our complaints about the three button controller from the first system and has included a six button controller this time, albeit only one of them – you’ll want to pick up a second one for games like Golden Axe II. It’s even smaller than the first one, but any weight it lost has been gained by the controller. The first thing I noticed pulling the system from the box was that the Genesis Mini 2 has been put on a diet.

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