The Sega CD titles Earnest Evans and Anett Returns (Anett Futatabi) are receiving official English releases for the first time, as announced on February 7, 2025. These re-releases are being handled by Limited Run Games and mark a significant milestone for fans of retro gaming, particularly those who have followed the Anett and Earnest trilogy developed by Wolf Team.
About the Games
- Earnest Evans (1991): An action platformer in which players control Earnest Evans III, a treasure hunter on a quest to stop an ancient evil by recovering powerful idols. The Sega CD version, previously exclusive to Japan, features animated cutscenes created by Madhouse and a CD-quality soundtrack, both of which were missing from the Genesis version released in North America.
- Anett Returns (1993): The final entry in the trilogy, this side-scrolling beat-’em-up follows Anett Myer as she wields magic and a sword to stop a mysterious sect from unleashing destruction. The game is known for its anime-style cutscenes and gameplay reminiscent of Golden Axe.
Key Features of the Re-Releases
- Both games include newly added English dubs for their cutscenes.
- Available as standalone titles or bundled together in a special package.
- Enhanced compatibility for modern systems while preserving the original Sega CD experience.
These releases follow renewed interest in the Anett and Earnest trilogy, which also includes El Viento (1991), a Genesis title recently reissued by Retro-Bit Gaming. Fans can now pre-order these classic games through Limited Run Games, giving them an opportunity to experience these cult favorites with full English localization for the first time.
