Burning Rangers

OVERVIEW

Burning Rangers is an Action/Adventure game developed by Sonic Team and released by Sega for the Saturn in 1998. Since the game was released at the tail end of the Saturn's lifespan, it became extremely rare. GAMEPLAY

Gameplay consists of using two kinds of lasers to out out fires and collect crystals. Crystals are used to transport survivors to a rescue ship. There is also a navigation system, that uses voice commands to tell you where to go. You can choose from two characters, Shou Amabane and Tillis. Big Landman, Crys Partin, and Lead Phoenix, also known as Reed. The ladder 3 can be unlocked using a password feature. You can also send and receive emails from players that you have saved, including members of Sonic Team. The game also has several cameos, including Claris Sinclair and Elliot Edwards from NiGHTS Into Dreams. The game is seen as a preview for the Dreamcast title, Phantasy Star Online, and even includes downloadable missions featuring Burning Rangers themed quests.

RECEPTION

Burning Rangers received generally positive reviews, but was criticized for bad sound effects, especially compared to the voices and music in the game. The graphics were praised, along with the soundtrack. It's highest review was a 90% from Sega Saturn Magazine in the UK, and the lowest was a 6.2/10 from GameSpot. The game also received positive reviews from GamePro, IGN and Next Generation Magazine.