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TiTAN - Overdrive 2 (RGB 50fps) - SEGA Mega Drive - Revision 2017 (1st Place)

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A demoscene production for the stock Sega Mega Drive showcasing advanced 3D graphics and visual effects that push the hardware to its limits.

WARNING: Please watch in 720p50, else youtube will play it at 12.5fps. TiTAN Art / Demo Group presents the sequel of the award-winning Sega Mega Drive demo 'Overdrive': Overdrive II Overdrive II claimed the first place in the Oldskool Demo competition at Revision 2017 in Saarbrücken, Germany. Thanks to gasman for the recording! Infos & ROM download: pouet.net/prod.php?which=69648

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