Business & Entertainment Editors
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 9, 2000
There's yet another reason to purchase a Sega Dreamcast(TM) console aside from the price, multi-player online gaming and innovative titles that will top 200 by the end of the year! Sega(R) of America today announced the "Smash Pack" Bundle including a Dreamcast console and 10 of the greatest Sega games ever made for the best-selling Sega Genesis(TM) 16-bit videogame system on one disc. Rounding out the package deal to an even dozen are the puzzle game Sega Swirl(TM) and the previously unreleased Dreamcast version of Virtua Cop 2(TM). The "Smash Pack" Bundle will be available in January for a low price point of $179.95.
A number of key Sega properties will be included on the disc such as "Sonic the Hedgehog(TM)," "Vectorman(TM)," and "Altered Beast(TM)." The "Smash Pack" bundle includes all game genres including RPG, Action, Adventure, Puzzle, Shooter and Sports. The full list of titles is as follows:
-- "Sonic the Hedgehog" - Sega's zany blue mascot's first outing returns with eight breath-taking zones. -- "Vectorman" - Morph into a train, a drill, and a lightning-fast dune buggy as you save Earth from the evil Warhead. -- "Altered Beast" - Resurrected by Zeus himself, players assume the role of an ancient warrior that can transform into a ferocious beast and save Zeus' daughter from the God of the Underworld. -- "Golden Axe(TM)" - Team up with a friend to slash monsters, cast spells, and ride bizarre animals as you both attempt to save the kingdom! -- "Revenge of Shinobi(TM)" - Deadly attacks and powerful ninja magic are on your side as you go up against the evil Neo Zeed army! -- "Streets of Rage 2(TM)" - Players assume the role of four distinct characters, each with their own special moves, as they try to save Metro City from Mr. X's gang. -- "Columns(TM)" - This addictive and brilliant jewel-laden puzzle game will keep you coming back for more! -- Phantasy Star 2(TM)" - Considered the landmark title in the renowned `Phantasy Star' series, gamers will be able to play the first RPG launched for the Genesis. -- "Shining Force(TM)" - Knights, mages, dragons, archers, samurai and werewolves clash in the turn-based trailblazer that launched the legendary strategy-game series. -- "Wrestle War(TM)" - Totally exclusive, bone crushing wrestling action straight out of Japan! -- "Sega Swirl(TM)" - Don't let Sega Swirl's simple premise fool you, this one's as addictive as they come. -- "Virtua Cop 2(TM)" - Take on the crime syndicate and blast the bad guys in this action-packed shooter.
"Sega has an incredible legacy of great content which started in the arcades, progressed to Genesis and is now apparent today on Dreamcast," said Charles Bellfield, vice president of corporate and marketing communications, Sega of America. "With this bundle, Sega is giving gamers not only a bit of nostalgia, but even more reason to purchase Dreamcast this holiday season."
Smash Pack Bundle will be available at all participating retailers in January.
About Sega Dreamcast
The 128-bit Internet ready Sega Dreamcast is available in the U.S. with a built-in 56K modem, allowing for full Internet functionality via SegaNet, the only high-speed online console gaming network and ISP service for Dreamcast and PC users. Dreamcast currently has over 100 titles available. The total Dreamcast game library count will be more than 200 by December 2000.
About Sega
Sega of America is the American arm of Tokyo, Japan-based Sega Corporation responsible for the development, marketing and distribution of Sega videogame systems and videogames in the Americas. Sega Corporation is a nearly $2.5 billion company recognized as the industry leader in interactive digital entertainment media, offering interactive entertainment experiences both inside and outside the home. Sega of America's World Wide Web site is located at www.sega.com.
About Sega.com and SegaNet
Sega.com, Inc. (www.sega.com) is an online entertainment company that integrates Internet technology and innovation with over 40 years of experience in the video game industry. Sega.com also built SegaNet (www.sega.net), the only high-speed online console gaming network and community destination for gamers that provides Dreamcast users with the ultimate in speed, reliability and content. SegaNet offers both Dreamcast and PC gamers the best in 3D multi-player games, chat, community, cheat codes, tournaments and content. SegaNet is also a full service ISP offering gamers everything they need to know about gaming and other areas of interest including music, TV, community, movies, sports and e-commerce. SegaNet is the one-stop destination for online games and gaming related content, offering gamers a community built specifically with them in mind.
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