Press release: 2001-01-30: Sega's Smash Pack Delivers Value Plus Hours of Fun to Dreamcast Gamers

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Sega's Smash Pack Delivers Value Plus Hours of Fun to Dreamcast Gamers; Limited Edition Sega Dreamcast Bundle Showcases 12 of the Greatest Sega Games Ever Made

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 30, 2001

Now, the Sega Dreamcast(TM) videogame console has even more to offer consumers than a great price, multi-player online gaming and 200 innovative titles! Sega(R) of America today announced the "Smash Pack" Bundle which combines the powerful Dreamcast console with 12 of the greatest Sega games ever made -- all on one disc. The "Smash Pack" is currently available at the low price point of $179.95.

The "Smash Pack" bundle features over 80 hours of exciting gameplay including popular Sega characters from titles such as "Sonic the Hedgehog(TM)," "Vectorman(TM)," "Altered Beast(TM)," and the previously unreleased and highly anticipated Dreamcast version of Virtua Cop 2(TM). The "Smash Pack" bundle has a genre for everyone including RPG, Action, Adventure, Puzzle, Shooter, Sports, and more. The complete list of titles in the "Smash Pack" is as follows:

-- "Sonic the Hedgehog" -- The original adventure featuring Sega's blue mascot
takes players zooming through eight exciting zones.

-- "Vectorman" -- Morph into a train, a drill, and a lightening 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 rescue 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 a landmark title, gamers will be able to
play the first RPG in the renowned `Phantasy Star' series.

-- "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" -- Take on the crime syndicate and blast the bad guys in this
action-packed thriller.



"Sega has an incredible legacy of great content," said John Golden, director of product marketing, Sega of America. "Combining the appeal of these titles with a game system as powerful as the Dreamcast makes the Smash Pack an incredible value for consumers."

The "Smash Pack" Bundle will be available at all participating retailers in January for $179.95.

About Sega Dreamcast

The 128-bit Internet ready Sega Dreamcast(TM) 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 200 titles available.

About Sega

Sega of America is the American arm of Tokyo-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.
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