The phrase points to a digital file, specifically a ROM image, containing the data from the original “Sonic the Hedgehog 3 & Knuckles” video game. This file, often formatted as a BIN, is intended for use with emulators, software designed to replicate the hardware of the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive console on modern computing platforms.
Such files allow users to experience the classic game on devices other than the original console, extending its accessibility and preserving its gameplay. Historically, the distribution of these files has been a complex issue, balancing preservation efforts with copyright concerns held by the rights holders of the original game.
