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Up for grabs is an exceptional, collector-grade lot of three authentic, original 1990s video game magazine advertisements and multi-page spreads! This curated bundle captures the absolute golden age of optical media, 16-bit console wars, and 32-bit platformers. Perfect for framing, game rooms, or preserving true retro print ephemera history.
1. Dragon's Lair (Sega CD, 1993) & Sega Visions Page 84
The Front: A stunning, vibrant promotional ad for ReadySoft's conversion of Don Bluth’s legendary laser-disc arcade masterpiece, Dragon's Lair, on the Sega CD. Features classic artwork of Dirk the Daring facing off against the dragon, Mud Men, and the Lizard King under the iconic tagline: "This Knight's having a bad day..."
The Back: Page 84 of the classic Sega Visions magazine (February/March 1993), featuring reviews, scores, and hot hints for major Genesis hits including T2: Judgment Day, Virtual Pinball, and Wiz 'n Liz.
2. Space Ace (Multi-Platform / Sega CD / 3DO, 1994) & Game Players Review Round-Up
The Front: Another Don Bluth animation triumph! This ad highlights Space Ace across multiple cutting-edge 90s platforms like the Sega CD, 3DO, and PC/Mac CD-ROM, showcasing Commander Borf and the infamous Infanto Ray.
The Back: A classic December 1994 Game Players magazine review round-up page (Page 183) packed with unit-sales charts and nostalgic capsule ratings for holiday heavyweights like Donkey Kong Country, Final Fantasy III, Sonic & Knuckles, and Earthworm Jim.
3. Rare 4-Page Center Insert: 3D Lemmings (1995) & Blazing Dragons (1996)
The Front Cover: Psygnosis's iconic, highly sought-after live-action marketing campaign for 3D Lemmings featuring agents in suits, green hair, and 3D glasses descending an escalator with the legendary tagline: "BE AN INDIVIDUAL. JOIN THE MASSES."
The Inside Spread: A massive, feature-packed two-page spread for Crystal Dynamics' Blazing Dragons. This hilarious medieval point-and-click adventure ad boasts an incredible, star-studded voice cast including Terry Jones of Monty Python, Cheech Marin, Harry Shearer (The Simpsons), and Jessica Hahn.
The Back Cover: A classic house subscription ad for Next Generation magazine featuring historical retro issue covers (#03, #05, #06).
These are original vintage magazine pages, not reprints. They are in good vintage condition, clean, and highly frameable. Please note that as original magazine inserts, there may be minor, expected age-related wear or small imperfections along the borders, or corners. These items are sold as-is; please see the high-resolution photos for the exact condition.
Ships flat in a rigid, protective mailer to ensure these beautiful ads arrive safely at your door. There will be a S&H flat rate of $6.49. Please reach out about combined shipping on multiple orders as well as multiple buy discounts or any other questions.
