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Gaming => General Gaming Discussion => Topic started by: Shun-Di on May 20, 2017, 04:46:02 pm
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With Panzer Dragoon appearing in the list of top Sega IPs to possibly return, it's possible we will see a new game from the series like Virtua On. if so, do you think the older titles become available digitally or in some sort of collection? Also do you think a new Panzer Dragoon would be arcade shooter or RPG or something new entirely?
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I'd take anything. I thought Orta was excellent, although it was a shift back to an action game after the RPG. Even an open world game would probably work well, as the lore of PD is so well-realized. A collection would be nice, although the rumor that the source code has been lost would mean that they'd be limited to some sort of emulation and couldn't really be remastered as thoroughly as if they had the original code.
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I'd take anything. I thought Orta was excellent, although it was a shift back to an action game after the RPG. Even an open world game would probably work well, as the lore of PD is so well-realized. A collection would be nice, although the rumor that the source code has been lost would mean that they'd be limited to some sort of emulation and couldn't really be remastered as thoroughly as if they had the original code.
Didn't Orta have the original game too?
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Didn't Orta have the original game too?
It had the PC port yeah, but that wasn't has good as the Saturn version. I think the series should be left alone myself . But if SEGA were to go back to it, then it would have to be a RPG . The market just isn't there for an AAA high budget on-rails shooter. SEGA could try and remake the 1st Saga (don't give the Source code bull) with current gen graphics and really test the water to see if they could make a Saga II.
Tbh I rather see SEGA make a sequel to something like Binary Domain or Skies II in today market. Don't think there's a market for Panzer sadly
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Personally, I'd love a compilation for the Nintendo Switch. Panzer Dragoon, Zwei and Orta on the go is something really tempting for me.
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Panzer Dragoon: Remake - Launch Trailer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qXUuRPypHeQ
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SEGA Forever ~ Panzer Dragoon: Remake
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TumsFKXLjR4
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Limited Run Games' Panzer Dragoon: Remake is Shipping This November & December
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"Standard Editions of Panzer Dragoon Remake have arrived in our warehouse.
We will start shipping these as soon as we can.
Classic Editions should arrive with the next 2 - 3 weeks and will also start shipping as soon as they arrive.
Thank you for your patience."
Source : https://www.panzerdragoonlegacy.com/news/the-panzer-dragoon-remake-standard-edition-is-now-shipping (https://www.panzerdragoonlegacy.com/news/the-panzer-dragoon-remake-standard-edition-is-now-shipping)
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Panzer Dragoon: Remake (Switch) can be purchased at 50% OFF the original price.
North American Switch eShop. Offer ends 09 December 2020
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Panzer Dragoon: Remake – $12.49 (was $24.99)
Source : https://nintendoeverything.com/switch-eshop-deals-human-fall-flat-hyper-light-drifter-panzer-dragoon-remake-picross-more/
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Panzer Dragoon II Zwei: Remake to Launch This Year
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Panzer Dragoon: Remake twitter account has confirmed that Panzer Dragoon II Zwei: Remake is coming this year.
Click the article link to read the tweet.
Article : http://segabits.com/blog/2021/02/26/panzer-dragoon-ii-zwei-remake-to-launch-this-year/
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Happy 23 Years Anniversary for Panzer Dragoon Saga !
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Panzer Dragoon Saga is a critically-acclaimed role-playing game released exclusively for the Sega Saturn on April 30, 1998.
Chronologically, Panzer Dragoon Saga's story is the third in sequence.
It takes place after Panzer Dragoon Zwei and the original Panzer Dragoon, but before Panzer Dragoon Orta.
Link : https://segaretro.org/Panzer_Dragoon_Saga
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SEGA Financial Presentation Suggests Reviving Jet Set Radio, NiGHTS, Panzer Dragoon and More!
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SEGA has released their latest financial report for fiscal year March 2021, which reads as an English language PDF you can view for yourself here.
There is a lot to sift through here, and we hope to have another article breaking the report down soon, but of interest to fans of SEGA’s past titles there is an interesting slide.
Article : http://segabits.com/blog/2021/05/13/sega-financial-presentation-suggests-reviving-jet-set-radio-nights-panzer-dragoon-and-more/
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For limited time Panzer Dragoon: Remake (Switch) can be purchased at 75% OFF the original price.
Discount Price : $6.24 (was $24.99)
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Link : https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/panzer-dragoon-remake-switch/
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Panzer Dragoon Fan Art from Lux Dark Art
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"I love drawing dragons so much~
Dragons are what got me into the hobby of art in the first place!
Awesome commission from Admiral_Craymen"
Link : https://twitter.com/LuxDark2/status/1396990291643715590
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Forever Entertainment, developer behind Panzer Dragoon Remake enters publishing deal with Nintendo
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Forever Entertainment who has recently released the first Panzer Dragoon Remake (working on the sequel) and are currently working on The House of the Dead Remake, has announced that they have signed a publishing deal with Nintendo.
I think the saddest part is that SEGA didn’t sign a publishing deal with a developer that is literally reviving their older franchises.
What’s up with that?
Article : http://segabits.com/blog/2021/06/22/forever-entertainment-developer-behind-panzer-dragoon-remake-enters-publishing-deal-with-nintendo/
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Panzer Dragoon: Remake – A Wing in the Right Direction
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At the end of the day, this is what probably matters most; this is Panzer Dragoon with better graphics.
It’s not the best game in the series, still too basic to get a whole lot out of it, but its core is still shining through. It’s a good game, and playing this game at something higher than twenty frames per second is enough to sell me on it, so yeah, you like rail shooters and haven’t played it? Go for it.
It’s cheaper than a Saturn and a copy of the original.
Article : http://segabits.com/blog/2020/04/02/panzer-dragoon-remake-review-a-wing-in-the-right-direction-switch/
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Panzer Dragoon Orta : An Incredible Adventure from Start to Finish
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Accompanying gorgeous visuals is a brilliant soundtrack of thumping techno, tribal woodwinds, and synthetic wailing, coming together to make the action as good to listen to as it is to watch.
Along with exemplary sound design, you’ve simply got one of the best presentations currently available on the One’s OG Xbox library.
Article : http://segabits.com/blog/2018/04/18/editorial-why-you-should-buy-panzer-dragoon-orta-for-your-xbox-one/
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The Panzer Dragoon: Remake soundtrack CD/vinyl orders are now shipping
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While not everyone has received their physical copy of Panzer Dragoon: Remake The Definitive Soundtrack, we’ve received some confirmations that the CD and signed vinyl orders are now shipping.
For some people the parcel has already arrived, as demonstrated in this unboxing by Instagramer st3fan.tech (https://www.instagram.com/p/CQbJPAfCqPX/).
Article : https://www.panzerdragoonlegacy.com/news/an-update-on-the-panzer-dragoon-remake-soundtrack-and-forever-limited-sets
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MegaPixel Studio Debuts on NewConnect,
Mentions Panzer Dragoon II Zwei: Remake
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5z8XFehGRas&t=608s
With a "TBA" release date, it is unclear at this time if a 2021 release date for Panzer Dragoon II Zwei: Remake is still feasible, or if MegaPixel’s “TBA” means the release window will be pushed to 2022 or even beyond.
Source : https://www.panzerdragoonlegacy.com/news/megapixel-studio-debuts-on-newconnect-mentions-panzer-dragoon-ii-zwei-remake
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Microids inks deal with Forever Entertainment to physically publish Panzer Dragoon and The House of the Dead Remakes
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Publisher Microids has announced a new distribution agreement with Forever Entertainment to physically publish Panzer Dragoon and The House of the Dead remakes.
Microids’ biggest release would be Oddworld Soulstorm. This comes off Forever Entertainment inking a ...
Article : http://segabits.com/blog/2021/07/08/microids-inks-deal-with-forever-entertainment-to-physically-publish-panzer-dragoon-and-the-house-of-the-dead-remakes/
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Round Table: Our favorite SEGA developed Saturn games
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Panzer Dragoon is, in my opinion, the best Saturn title available at launch.
Beautifully rendered 3D graphics, addicting arcade-style gameplay with one of the most exciting soundtracks ever recorded.
It also appealed to hardcore gamers, creating a challenging experience even on the easiest setting.
Less than a year later, Panzer Dragoon II Zwei took everything that made the original great and improved upon two-fold.
Panzer Dragoon II Zwei embodies everything I love about the Saturn.
Arcade-like thrills with imaginative visuals, great music and gameplay that will keep you hooked long after you’ve beaten the game.
Article : http://segabits.com/blog/2014/11/30/round-table-our-favorite-sega-developed-saturn-games/
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Developer Retrospective: We take flight with SEGA’s Team Andromeda
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The SEGA Saturn’s surprise early launch in America is considered one of the most disastrous mistakes in the history of the video game industry.
It angered SEGA’s third party publishers and retail partners, it allowed Sony to get the drop on the Saturn with a lower price point and it ultimately destroyed SEGA’s dominance in the American market, financially crippling SEGA permanently.
The launch did have a bright spot though: it introduced the games of SEGA’s Team Andromeda to the West.
Article : http://segabits.com/blog/2015/03/02/year-of-the-developers-we-take-flight-with-segas-team-andromeda/
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Share your Panzer Dragoon Saga memories!
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Share your Panzer Dragoon Saga memories for the upcoming Sega Talk!
Support Segabits on Patreon! Get early access, tell us what games to cover, and have your SEGA memories read at the end and more!
Link : https://www.patreon.com/posts/53614442
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SEGA Talk Podcast #75: Panzer Dragoon Saga (1998)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FbRrltLZc4c
This time on SEGA Talk, we dive deep into the development history, characters and explore the world if the SEGA Saturn classic Panzer Dragoon Saga.
Or as its known today, one of the most expensive games on the SEGA Saturn!
Article : http://segabits.com/blog/2021/07/23/sega-talk-podcast-75-panzer-dragoon-saga-1998/
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Crystal Statuette from Forever Limited's Panzer Dragoon: Remake
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Source : https://forever-limited.com/20,panzer-dragoon-remake-excl-ns.html
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Xbox & SEGA Retrospective | SEGA Talk Podcast
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6l310b_3JM (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6l310b_3JM)
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Also there is Exclusive notes from a July 2001 meeting between Xbox and SEGA discussing SegaNet and Xbox Live!
The full document is available to our Patreon supporters at any tier!
Read the EXCLUSIVE meeting notes here (https://www.patreon.com/posts/55645050).
Link : https://www.patreon.com/posts/55645050 (https://www.patreon.com/posts/55645050)
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Khinsider Has Removed 500+ Albums Related to Sega
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"Segapocalypse!
Wave Master, the company that manages Sega's music, has contacted me and asked me to remove lots of albums related to Sega.
At the end of the day, over 500 albums were removed, including Sonic, OutRun, and others.
Unfortunately, this even included fan made compilation albums for games that have no commercial releases, which, quite frankly, makes absolutely no sense.
If you were wondering why some albums have disappeared on the site, this is why."
Link : https://downloads.khinsider.com/
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Panzer Dragoon: Voyage Record cancelled following death of Wildman producer and CEO Haruto Watanabe
Update 7:35 a.m.: Several friends of Watanabe have confirmed that he is alive and safe.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_z4wsQR7aZY (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_z4wsQR7aZY)
A tweet from the game’s official Twitter account reads: “Panzer Dragoon: Voyage Record has been cancelled due to the cancellation of the contract by Sega and the death of the producer, Haruto Watanabe, CEO of Wildman Inc.
Thank you for your support.”
Article : https://www.gematsu.com/2021/10/panzer-dragoon-voyage-record-cancelled-following-death-of-wildman-producer-and-ceo-haruto-watanabe (https://www.gematsu.com/2021/10/panzer-dragoon-voyage-record-cancelled-following-death-of-wildman-producer-and-ceo-haruto-watanabe)
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Panzer Dragoon: Remake Nintendo Switch Version Updated to 2.0
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Today the Nintendo Switch version of Panzer Dragoon: Remake received an update.
Monika Ginter has shared these patch notes on Forever Entertainment’s Discord:
- Removed “Skip” button from the game outro
- In-game cutscenes improvements
- Ending credits updated
- Shield effect added to Boss on lvl 4
- Postprocess effects tweaks
- Name of the last boss changed to match Lore
- Performance improvements
- New loading screen
Article : https://www.panzerdragoonlegacy.com/news/panzer-dragoon-remake-nintendo-switch-version-updated-to-2-dot-0
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Panzer Dragoon: Voyage Record cancelled following death of Wildman producer and CEO Haruto Watanabe
Update 7:35 a.m.: Several friends of Watanabe have confirmed that he is alive and safe.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_z4wsQR7aZY (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_z4wsQR7aZY)
Article : https://www.gematsu.com/2021/10/panzer-dragoon-voyage-record-cancelled-following-death-of-wildman-producer-and-ceo-haruto-watanabe (https://www.gematsu.com/2021/10/panzer-dragoon-voyage-record-cancelled-following-death-of-wildman-producer-and-ceo-haruto-watanabe)
So... we're getting a Panzer Dragoon VR game or not?
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So... we're getting a Panzer Dragoon VR game or not?
Still unsure.
After deleting the tweet, the twitter account never post anything or answering any question again.
May be the twitter guy are playing safe now,
doesn't want to make the same mistake again
(or might have been fired already).
My guess it's probably really cancelled,
but the reason wasn't because of that.
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It suck if it was canceled. It was the one thing I asked for on the Panzer Dragoon Steam discussion.
But given I'm more experianced with VR now, it's probably for the best if it was canceled. While I believe most games can be made for VR, the reason some are not is because their video game company's health and safety department advises them against it if the game in VR may cause severe motion sickness or seizures. And well, flying on the back of a dragon in VR would require a stomach of steel.
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It suck if it was canceled. It was the one thing I asked for on the Panzer Dragoon Steam discussion.
But given I'm more experianced with VR now, it's probably for the best if it was canceled. While I believe most games can be made for VR, the reason some are not is because their video game company's health and safety department advises them against it if the game in VR may cause severe motion sickness or seizures. And well, flying on the back of a dragon in VR would require a stomach of steel.
Other theory that probably the game was tested by SEGA and rejected by SEGA, then SEGA ended their contract.
Even Sega's own VR headset in the early 1990s was canceled by themself due to "hazards of prolonged use" possibility.
So this could be the same case too.
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Cotton Guardian Force Saturn Tribute on Nintendo Switch features fully working SEGA Saturn emulator
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City Connection just recently released Cotton Guardian Force Saturn Tribute that compiled Cotton 2, Cotton Boomerang and Guardian Force on a single cartridge.
The game was, well, not well received due to the emulation being used having input lag, making the games hard to play.
The story would have ended there but, GBATemp user Iisreal2301 figured out a way to load his own SEGA Saturn images onto the game file, basically allowing you to boot up any SEGA Saturn game by tricking the system into thinking its loading a Cotton game!
Article : http://segabits.com/blog/2021/10/09/cotton-guardian-force-saturn-tribute-on-nintendo-switch-features-fully-working-sega-saturn-emulator/
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Other theory that probably the game was tested by SEGA and rejected by SEGA, then SEGA ended their contract.
Even Sega's own VR headset in the early 1990s was canceled by themself due to "hazards of prolonged use" possibility.
So this could be the same case too.
Possibly, but the audience view on VR has changed a lot since then and I think Sega could profit of VR if they do it right. For example my suggestions for Sega VR games are Illbleed (http://), Rise of Nightmares (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rise_of_Nightmares), re-release of the 3-D (https://segaretro.org/3-D_Glasses) games and a Sega Superstars game for VR.
But as you recall I already talked about that before. (http://segabits.com/forums/index.php?topic=4434.0)
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Possibly, but the audience view on VR has changed a lot since then and I think Sega could profit of VR if they do it right. For example my suggestions for Sega VR games are Illbleed (http://), Rise of Nightmares (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rise_of_Nightmares), re-release of the 3-D (https://segaretro.org/3-D_Glasses) games and a Sega Superstars game for VR.
But as you recall I already talked about that before. (http://segabits.com/forums/index.php?topic=4434.0)
Yep. And I'm still hoping for VR Space Harrier too.
Even Yu Suzuki thinks Space Harrier VR (https://www.megavisions.net/yu-suzuki-thinks-space-harrier-vr-would-be-a-fun-game/) would be a fun game.
Something like this probably, but I'd prefer if it's with pixels (but that's just asking too much) :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OdQ0UpYt02c
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For limited time Panzer Dragoon: Remake (Switch) can be purchased at 75% OFF the original price.
Discount Price : $6.24 (was $24.99)
Sale ends November 25, 2021.
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Link : https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/panzer-dragoon-remake-switch/ (https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/panzer-dragoon-remake-switch/)
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How SEGA Lost 'The Greatest Game Of All-Time'
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Saga was as highly praised as FFVII, but most players didn't get to experience it because only a few thousand copies were ever available in the West, as the game only came out when the Saturn had already been pronounced dead.
Saga didn't miss; it's just that very few people got to see the hit.
Over two decades of being touted as a lost treasure have slowly turned Panzer Dragoon Saga into one of the most desired HD remasters; too bad no one seems to know where the goddamn source code is, making that highly unlikely.
Article : https://www.cracked.com/article_32849_how-sega-lost-the-greatest-game-of-all-time.html
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Yep. And I'm still hoping for VR Space Harrier too.
Even Yu Suzuki thinks Space Harrier VR (https://www.megavisions.net/yu-suzuki-thinks-space-harrier-vr-would-be-a-fun-game/) would be a fun game.
Something like this probably, but I'd prefer if it's with pixels (but that's just asking too much) :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OdQ0UpYt02c (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OdQ0UpYt02c)
I can imagine it happening. I just wish I can do more progress on my Puyo fan game as proof of concept for Sega VR games.
If I knew how, I'd convert Rise of Nightmares to PC VR. I mean I doubt there would be much hype for it as much as Project '06 but still I wish someone else would give these suggestions of mine a chance if I can't do them.How SEGA Lost 'The Greatest Game Of All-Time'
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Article : https://www.cracked.com/article_32849_how-sega-lost-the-greatest-game-of-all-time.html (https://www.cracked.com/article_32849_how-sega-lost-the-greatest-game-of-all-time.html)
Even i didn't know about PDS until years later. Seems hard to believe it could rival FF7 at the time if it were not for it's circumstances.
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I can imagine it happening. I just wish I can do more progress on my Puyo fan game as proof of concept for Sega VR games.
If I knew how, I'd convert Rise of Nightmares to PC VR. I mean I doubt there would be much hype for it as much as Project '06 but still I wish someone else would give these suggestions of mine a chance if I can't do them.
Did SEGA ever make modern VR game by themself?
Even Space Channel 5 VR and Rez Infinite VR were made by other company, right?
Even i didn't know about PDS until years later. Seems hard to believe it could rival FF7 at the time if it were not for it's circumstances.
In Japan it's still a success. But that's because Saturn was gaining much more love than Mega Drive in Japan, by a lot, unlike rest of the world.
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Did SEGA ever make modern VR game by themself?
Even Space Channel 5 VR and Rez Infinite VR were made by other company, right?
The closest I can think of that Sega got to VR would be games for the 3-D glasses (https://segaretro.org/3-D_Glasses). That and maybe whatevers left over from the scrapped Sega VR (https://segaretro.org/Sega_VR) which I doubt Sega will ever bring up in the future.In Japan it's still a success. But that's because Saturn was gaining much more love than Mega Drive in Japan, by a lot, unlike rest of the world.
It's kind of understandable why the Saturn never got that popular in the west... well lots of factors why really (Screw you Sony and your 299 (http://y2u.be/ExaAYIKsDBI)!).
But one of the factors was most regarded it as a console for Sega's arcade games and rarely ever for it's original or third-party content. But the console still had good original content and even third-party content which (I would say) give PlayStation a run for it's money.
But sadly Sega pretty much peaked after the Mega Drive and somewhat floundered afterwards. They had a bit of wind during the Dreamcast but that was that for Sega's consoles. I know Sega are better off as software developers now with multiple platforms for their games but I would of still like to see Sega recover and continue the console business if they could. Really give Nintendo and Sony what for. But you already know how I feel about that.
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The closest I can think of that Sega got to VR would be games for the 3-D glasses (https://segaretro.org/3-D_Glasses). That and maybe whatevers left over from the scrapped Sega VR (https://segaretro.org/Sega_VR) which I doubt Sega will ever bring up in the future.
Guess it's really very small chance for SEGA to make VR games on their own now.
It's kind of understandable why the Saturn never got that popular in the west... well lots of factors why really (Screw you Sony and your 299 (http://y2u.be/ExaAYIKsDBI)!).
But one of the factors was most regarded it as a console for Sega's arcade games and rarely ever for it's original or third-party content. But the console still had good original content and even third-party content which (I would say) give PlayStation a run for it's money.
But sadly Sega pretty much peaked after the Mega Drive and somewhat floundered afterwards. They had a bit of wind during the Dreamcast but that was that for Sega's consoles. I know Sega are better off as software developers now with multiple platforms for their games but I would of still like to see Sega recover and continue the console business if they could. Really give Nintendo and Sony what for. But you already know how I feel about that.
That 299 was a genius move from Steve Race.
But Sony of Japan was so ungrateful and always had constant disputes with him over the PlayStation's promotion and marketing.
He even quit from Sony one month before the PlayStation's launch in the US.
For Saturn, the absence of some big third-party supports (Square, Namco, Enix) hurts too...
Final Fantasy VII was a Saturn killer in Japan.
I know they got Namco support again on Dreamcast so at least they're aware of this.
But then they lost EA's support.
If SEGA enter the console business again, I'm sure they're gonna face this problem again.
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Guess it's really very small chance for SEGA to make VR games on their own now.
Not necessarily. One thing I liked about Sega was their interest in new and experimental technology. Sega Superstars for example was to see what games they could make with the EyeToy. And while Sonic Free Riders and Rise of Nightmares were bad Kinect games, you can't discredit Sega for not giving the Kinect a go. Even the Sonic Storybook games were Sega experimenting with the Wii's controls which were new and innovative at the time.
This is why I believe Sega should consider a "Sega Superstars VR" game. The Puyo Puyo game I'm making could simply be one of many games they could have to it.
Another idea for SSVR would be 3-D games (https://segaretro.org/3-D_Glasses) collection. These Master System games are either emulated or remade to treat the players VR headset like the 3-D Glasses would work (I mean I think the original 3-D glass flickered from one eye to another and I'm thinking just have the 3-D games projected seperately on each eye. Y'know, to not cause seizures or whatever.)
Other than original games and Master Systems 3-D games, I would also include demos of existing Sega games as proof of concept. For example Rise of Nightmares had terrible Kinect controls but perhaps if remake into a VR game it would be more favourable.
It all comes down to whenever Sega are inspired and willing to make experimentation games like they did with EyeToy and Kinect.That 299 was a genius move from Steve Race.
But Sony of Japan was so ungrateful and always had constant disputes with him over the PlayStation's promotion and marketing.
He even quit from Sony one month before the PlayStation's launch in the US.
For Saturn, the absence of some big third-party supports (Square, Namco, Enix) hurts too...
Final Fantasy VII was a Saturn killer in Japan.
I know they got Namco support again on Dreamcast so at least they're aware of this.
But then they lost EA's support.
If SEGA enter the console business again, I'm sure they're gonna face this problem again.
Yeah, I'm not saying they should go back into the console business. I'm just curious what Sega consoles we would have today if they did. Fans of Nintendo, Sony or Microsoft games could take pride owning the latest console from their favourate brand, like having a tiny shrine for your favourate corporation. Sega no longer has that luxury.
Still I believe if Sega ever did decide to return to making home machines, their best bet would be making small form factor gaming PCs.
For example, VALVe's Steam Machine (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steam_Machine_(hardware_platform)).
VALVe aren't foolish enough to make their service of their games exclusive to a console given the majority of their market is PC. But they could still market a console-like computer that's ideal for their services and with an operating system for it.
This doesn't mean Sega will have to pull out of Steam or other onlne gaming services that provide their products but they could start their own for the console.
But all this would perhaps be too expensive or elaborate for Sega to pull off just to get consoles back in peoples homes. Though not as expensive as making a brand new console exclusively for Sega's future games.
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Not necessarily. One thing I liked about Sega was their interest in new and experimental technology. Sega Superstars for example was to see what games they could make with the EyeToy. And while Sonic Free Riders and Rise of Nightmares were bad Kinect games, you can't discredit Sega for not giving the Kinect a go. Even the Sonic Storybook games were Sega experimenting with the Wii's controls which were new and innovative at the time.
This is why I believe Sega should consider a "Sega Superstars VR" game. The Puyo Puyo game I'm making could simply be one of many games they could have to it.
Another idea for SSVR would be 3-D games (https://segaretro.org/3-D_Glasses) collection. These Master System games are either emulated or remade to treat the players VR headset like the 3-D Glasses would work (I mean I think the original 3-D glass flickered from one eye to another and I'm thinking just have the 3-D games projected seperately on each eye. Y'know, to not cause seizures or whatever.)
Master System 3D Games Collection are already available as bonuses on Sega 3D Fukkoku Archives 1-3 (3DS).
Maze Walker, Fantasy Zone 3D, Fantasy Zone 2 3D, Space Harrier 3D, and Outrun 3D.
(http://archives.sega.jp/3d/archives2/img/bonus07.jpg)
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Also 3D version of Girl’s Garden (the first game Yuji Naka worked on) and Champion Boxing (the first game coded by Yu Suzuki).
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All of these games really looks amazing on 3DS.
But they were ported by the talented M2, and I don't think SEGA would do it again without M2.
And M2 is already busy for the nest two years with their shmup series.
Other than original games and Master Systems 3-D games, I would also include demos of existing Sega games as proof of concept. For example Rise of Nightmares had terrible Kinect controls but perhaps if remake into a VR game it would be more favourable.
I kinda forgot that game exist, but yes, it would be cool indeed in VR version.
It all comes down to whenever Sega are inspired and willing to make experimentation games like they did with EyeToy and Kinect.Yeah, I'm not saying they should go back into the console business. I'm just curious what Sega consoles we would have today if they did. Fans of Nintendo, Sony or Microsoft games could take pride owning the latest console from their favourate brand, like having a tiny shrine for your favourate corporation. Sega no longer has that luxury.
Still I believe if Sega ever did decide to return to making home machines, their best bet would be making small form factor gaming PCs.
For example, VALVe's Steam Machine (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steam_Machine_(hardware_platform)).
VALVe aren't foolish enough to make their service of their games exclusive to a console given the majority of their market is PC. But they could still market a console-like computer that's ideal for their services and with an operating system for it.
This doesn't mean Sega will have to pull out of Steam or other onlne gaming services that provide their products but they could start their own for the console.
But all this would perhaps be too expensive or elaborate for Sega to pull off just to get consoles back in peoples homes. Though not as expensive as making a brand new console exclusively for Sega's future games.
I think the problem is not just because of will it be expensive or not, but will it bring SEGA's profit or bring them loses, or worst case bring doom like Dreamcast back then.
I'd rather they stay safe and alive than taking that huge kind of risk.
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Master System 3D Games Collection are already available as bonuses on Sega 3D Fukkoku Archives 1-3 (3DS).
Maze Walker, Fantasy Zone 3D, Fantasy Zone 2 3D, Space Harrier 3D, and Outrun 3D.
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Also 3D version of Girl’s Garden (the first game Yuji Naka worked on) and Champion Boxing (the first game coded by Yu Suzuki).
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All of these games really looks amazing on 3DS.
But they were ported by the talented M2, and I don't think SEGA would do it again without M2.
And M2 is already busy for the nest two years with their shmup series.
I can't recall if I have that game for N3DS or not, but I know I never played the 3-D games. I want to, but I can't. I know you can get the 3-D games emulated online but what's the point if they don't work with VR?I kinda forgot that game exist, but yes, it would be cool indeed in VR version.
I'm pretty sure Rise of Nightmares, along with Sonic Free Riders, was mostly just a proof of concept or experimental games with the Kinect. I mean RoN had a somewhat decent horror story but it was still rather cheesy horror with hammy acting. It wasn't all that a bad game but it's confines to the Kinect made it both bad and all the more forgettable. But I believe if remade for virtual reality with revised gameplay then the worth of the game may shne through more. But I doubt Sega would ever be interested in finding out if RoN would be good in VR because they simply deem it a failed game.
I mean heck, the Sonic Riders series was their most popular Sonic racing games, yet they put a bullet in it because of Sonic Free Riders, which was just an experimental Kinect game. I'd much rather have Team Sonic Racing on hoverboards than sloppy-seconds from the All-Star racing games.I think the problem is not just because of will it be expensive or not, but will it bring SEGA's profit or bring them loses, or worst case bring doom like Dreamcast back then.
I'd rather they stay safe and alive than taking that huge kind of risk.
I agree. I mean not even the Steam Machine (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steam_Machine_(hardware_platform)) has that much buzz, you'd think it would. Sega fans would perhaps regard Sega's gaming PC as the sixth Sega console but I doubt it would have as much attention as Dreamcast had starting out. And even if mass producing such PCs would be cheaper it would still probably be too costly for sega's part.
I just wanna see what new console they would come up with. Especially for Sega Hard Girls.
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I mean heck, the Sonic Riders series was their most popular Sonic racing games, yet they put a bullet in it because of Sonic Free Riders, which was just an experimental Kinect game. I'd much rather have Team Sonic Racing on hoverboards than sloppy-seconds from the All-Star racing games.
I guess this is why experimental game using established francise is kinda dangerous..
It could kill the franchise since higher ups sometimes only see the numbers..
Warioware has same problem with Warioware Snapped (DSi).
It's supposed to be experimental game using DSi camera but the review was very very bad.
They revived the franchise again may years later with Warioware Gold
but in the ending line of 3DS lifeline.
I agree.I mean not even the Steam Machine (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steam_Machine_(hardware_platform)) has that much buzz, you'd think it would. Sega fans would perhaps regard Sega's gaming PC as the sixth Sega console but I doubt it would have as much attention as Dreamcast had starting out. And even if mass producing such PCs would be cheaper it would still probably be too costly for sega's part.
I just wanna see what new console they would come up with. Especially for Sega Hard Girls.
According to Neptunia franchise,
if SEGA didn't quit the console business,
their console will be Neptune,
using name from their previous unreleased console (https://segaretro.org/Sega_Neptune).
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I guess this is why experimental game using established francise is kinda dangerous..
It could kill the franchise since higher ups sometimes only see the numbers..
Warioware has same problem with Warioware Snapped (DSi).
It's supposed to be experimental game using DSi camera but the review was very very bad.
They revived the franchise again may years later with Warioware Gold
but in the ending line of 3DS lifeline.
In yet Nintendo are still willing to make WarioWare games despite bad games in the past. Because they know the WarioWare games were still popular... for some reason.
Sega are like "Oh, this installment to the series didn't sell well. Might as well kill the spin-off series."According to Neptunia franchise,
if SEGA didn't quit the console business,
their console will be Neptune,
using name from their previous unreleased console (https://segaretro.org/Sega_Neptune).
(https://i.imgur.com/2Rj02.jpg)
I thought the Sega Neptune was a cancelled console before the Sega Saturn? Because the Mega Drive had the Sega CD and 32X attachments that made the whole thing look ugly and require three plugs to power the whole mess, the Sega Neptune was suppose to be like a new Mega Drive that plays 32X and CD games.
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In yet Nintendo are still willing to make WarioWare games despite bad games in the past. Because they know the WarioWare games were still popular... for some reason.
Sega are like "Oh, this installment to the series didn't sell well. Might as well kill the spin-off series."
They are always asking fans first though before releasing one :
https://games.mxdwn.com/news/nintendo-sends-out-survey-asking-fans-if-they-want-a-50-warioware-game/
https://nintendosoup.com/nintendo-now-asking-fans-about-how-much-they-would-pay-for-the-next-warioware-game/
That doesn't happen to other franchises of them.
SEGA did asked via survey which franchises fans would be revived.
And the top poll back then was Sakura Wars, so they did make a new game of it.
Shinobi couldn't even make to the top 10.
I thought the Sega Neptune was a cancelled console before the Sega Saturn? Because the Mega Drive had the Sega CD and 32X attachments that made the whole thing look ugly and require three plugs to power the whole mess, the Sega Neptune was suppose to be like a new Mega Drive that plays 32X and CD games.
Yep, but that was canceled so the name was used to the new console that would be the rival of Wii, PS3, and XBox360.
There are also other characters based on Game Gear successor (Nepgear) and based on SEGA Mega Drive / Genesis (Plutia).
Much like her sister who represents a fictitious Sega Console, Nepgear represents a fictitious Sega Handheld (N-Gear).
N-Gear's rival would be NDS (Rom & Ram) and Uni (PSP)
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Plutia has two personalities.
One is very calm (based on Mega Drive) and the other one is very aggresive (based on Genesis).
(https://c.tenor.com/XRG56h03f6oAAAAC/plutia.gif)
It's really make a funny story when Neptunia characters met with SEGA Hard Girls characters in their crossover game.
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Link : https://store.steampowered.com/app/571530/Superdimension_Neptune_VS_Sega_Hard_Girls/
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They are always asking fans first though before releasing one :
https://games.mxdwn.com/news/nintendo-sends-out-survey-asking-fans-if-they-want-a-50-warioware-game/ (https://games.mxdwn.com/news/nintendo-sends-out-survey-asking-fans-if-they-want-a-50-warioware-game/)
https://nintendosoup.com/nintendo-now-asking-fans-about-how-much-they-would-pay-for-the-next-warioware-game/ (https://nintendosoup.com/nintendo-now-asking-fans-about-how-much-they-would-pay-for-the-next-warioware-game/)
That doesn't happen to other franchises of them.
SEGA did asked via survey which franchises fans would be revived.
And the top poll back then was Sakura Wars, so they did make a new game of it.
Shinobi couldn't even make to the top 10.
Ouch! That probably bruised Shinobi's chance of a revival.Yep, but that was canceled so the name was used to the new console that would be the rival of Wii, PS3, and XBox360.
There are also other characters based on Game Gear successor (Nepgear) and based on SEGA Mega Drive / Genesis (Plutia).
Much like her sister who represents a fictitious Sega Console, Nepgear represents a fictitious Sega Handheld (N-Gear).
N-Gear's rival would be NDS (Rom & Ram) and Uni (PSP)
(https://i.pinimg.com/564x/a1/62/24/a16224604c5b4aa694336b643e104118.jpg)
(https://cdn.cloudflare.steamstatic.com/steam/apps/351710/header.jpg?t=1614905822)
Plutia has two personalities.
One is very calm (based on Mega Drive) and the other one is very aggresive (based on Genesis).
(https://c.tenor.com/XRG56h03f6oAAAAC/plutia.gif)
It's really make a funny story when Neptunia characters met with SEGA Hard Girls characters in their crossover game.
(https://cdn.cloudflare.steamstatic.com/steam/apps/571530/header.jpg?t=1587771142)
(https://64.media.tumblr.com/691068b24870a3bee140dcd1d4aadad9/1631db24e6fbdf3d-a1/s500x750/3866d8a5b35f7870c8750ebc6494eac6397731a4.jpg)
(https://cdn.cloudflare.steamstatic.com/steam/apps/571530/ss_2e3083f2577437e496ec66bf87b074eaa681e876.600x338.jpg?t=1587771142)
Link : https://store.steampowered.com/app/571530/Superdimension_Neptune_VS_Sega_Hard_Girls/ (https://store.steampowered.com/app/571530/Superdimension_Neptune_VS_Sega_Hard_Girls/)
I enjoyed SNvsSHG, only got half way through with it though. But yeah I knew of some of these comparisons but not all of them.
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A -90% Owner Discount for Panzer Dragoon: Remake
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Build your modern remakes collection with the Owner Discount on Nintendo Switch! 🧟
If you already own THE HOUSE OF THE DEAD: Remake, a -90% Owner Discount will be applied automatically while purchasing Panzer Dragoon: Remake 🐉
Link : https://www.nintendo.co.uk/Games/Nintendo-Switch-games/THE-HOUSE-OF-THE-DEAD-Remake-1951422.html
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Is there any chance for a PC gamer, like myself, to enjoy the Panzer Dragoon series? As far as I know, there were no titles of the series published on PC. Can I emulate them? If so which part should I start with? I have never owned a console and currently, I have absolutely no budget for it but I can't deny that there are certain console titles that I would really love to play.
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Is there any chance for a PC gamer, like myself, to enjoy the Panzer Dragoon series? As far as I know, there were no titles of the series published on PC. Can I emulate them? If so which part should I start with? I have never owned a console and currently, I have absolutely no budget for it but I can't deny that there are certain console titles that I would really love to play.
Panzer Dragoon Remake is on Steam (https://store.steampowered.com/app/1178880/Panzer_Dragoon_Remake/) if you got it.
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Is there any chance for a PC gamer, like myself, to enjoy the Panzer Dragoon series? As far as I know, there were no titles of the series published on PC. Can I emulate them? If so which part should I start with? I have never owned a console and currently, I have absolutely no budget for it but I can't deny that there are certain console titles that I would really love to play.
Panzer Dragoon Remake is on Steam (https://store.steampowered.com/app/1178880/Panzer_Dragoon_Remake/) if you got it.
Yep, it's on Steam. or alternatively it's on GOG as well :
https://www.gog.com/en/game/panzer_dragoon_remake (https://www.gog.com/en/game/panzer_dragoon_remake)
Of course if what you wanted is the original ones you could always download SEGA Saturn Emulator (Yabause) and play the Saturn CDs / ISOs from there.
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For limited time Panzer Dragoon: Remake (Switch) can be purchased at 75% OFF the original price.
Discount Price : $6.24 (was $24.99)
Sale ends May 05, 2022.
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Link : https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/panzer-dragoon-remake-switch/
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Dreamcast Demo Disc for the next issue of SEGA Powered Magazine
Last Issue contains large Panzer Dragoon feature & an exclusive Panzer Dragoon illustration by Wil Overton
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Thank you to everyone who has been involved in helping us create our very first Dreamcast Demo Disc for SEGA Powered Magazine.
The first of many that hopefully showcase the amazing talent within the indie scene.
So proud we are doing this. :)
Link : https://www.segapowered.com/ (https://www.segapowered.com/)
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Reminder : Today is The Last Day to Order Official Panzer Dragoon t-shirts at Messa Store
Ordered products will be shipped in Early August.
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One of them has package illustration drawn by Katsumi Yokota best expresses the world view of the work.
With that world view as a motif, we designed a title name that expresses the world view on the top and left and right letters of the illustration.
At the bottom, there are opening story description, the empire mark, and the Azel excavated from the ruins of the old century.
Link : https://en.h-messa.com/collections/serial-experiments-lain/panzerdragoon (https://en.h-messa.com/collections/serial-experiments-lain/panzerdragoon)
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Check out this awesome LEGO Blue Dragon by Amnesia23 LEGO
(https://twitter.com/Amnesia23_LEGO (https://twitter.com/Amnesia23_LEGO)) !
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Source : https://www.panzerdragoonlegacy.com/pictures/4133-lego-blue-dragon (https://www.panzerdragoonlegacy.com/pictures/4133-lego-blue-dragon)
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SEGA Talk #107: Segagaga (2001)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6STHRVqIbI
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Strap in and get ready to save SEGA as we venture into the year 2025 and cover the Dreamcast Japanese exclusive Segagaga!
We discuss the cameos, parodies and more!
Article : https://segabits.com/blog/2022/11/15/sega-talk-107-segagaga-2001/
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SEGA Forever's new intro animation and theme tune
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0R5cmtW2f0k (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0R5cmtW2f0k)
Say hello to the SEGA Forever intro animation and theme tune, composed on original Genesis hardware!
Stay tuned for more regular retro-focused SEGA videos in the coming months on SEGA Forever.
We welcome any and all feedback for video content you'd most like to see!
🎵 Dale North
🎨 Keith Stack
Link : https://www.facebook.com/SEGAForever/ (https://www.facebook.com/SEGAForever/)
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Panzer Dragoon Orta was released on the original Xbox in the US 20 years ago today!
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Panzer Dragoon Orta was released on the original Xbox in the US 20 years ago today! 🐉
Did you play Orta on the original Xbox, or discover it on Xbox One or Xbox Series S|X via Backwards Compatibility?
Source : https://twitter.com/SEGAForever/status/1614309493055127553
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Trivia : Panzer Dragoon Orta: Kaze To Akatsuki No Musume is a novel based on the video game Panzer Dragoon Orta.
Like the Azel novel, it was never released outside of Japan.
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https://panzerdragoonlegacy.com/pictures/339-panzer-dragoon-orta-kaze-to-akatsuki-no-musume-front-cover (https://panzerdragoonlegacy.com/pictures/339-panzer-dragoon-orta-kaze-to-akatsuki-no-musume-front-cover)
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As of January 1 2024, Steam will officially stop supporting the Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 operating systems.
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After that date, the Steam Client will no longer run on those versions of Windows.
In order to continue running Steam and any games or other products purchased through Steam, users will need to update to a more recent version of Windows.
This change is required as core features in Steam rely on an embedded version of Google Chrome, which no longer functions on older versions of Windows.
In addition, future versions of Steam will require Windows feature and security updates only present in Windows 10 and above.
Source : https://help.steampowered.com/en/faqs/view/4784-4F2B-1321-800A (https://help.steampowered.com/en/faqs/view/4784-4F2B-1321-800A)
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💥Forever Limited Spring Sale Alert!💥
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SEGA Saturn Mini console hasn't been ruled out, but don't expect it anytime soon
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Speaking to the Japanese publication Famitsu (translated by VGC), SEGA president Yukio Sugino stated that the "Sega Saturn is surprisingly high performance," admitting that "the difficulty of miniaturisation is also high."
Sugino added that it may take a while for a Sega Saturn Mini to hit store shelves, but he seems keen to collaborate with teams who know the hardware inside and out: "I’d like to think about it when we’re in a situation where we can openly develop it together with people who have always loved the Sega Saturn and Dreamcast."
That last quote is particularly eye-catching; if a Sega Saturn Mini is successfully developed, the publisher may ...
Article : https://www.techradar.com/gaming/consoles-pc/sega-saturn-mini-console-hasnt-been-ruled-out-but-dont-expect-it-anytime-soon
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Fear Effect Reinvented is Canceled,
There's a Chance That Panzer Dragoon II Zwei remake probably will too
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A Polish gaming news outlet is reporting that Forever Entertainment's "Fear Effect: Reinvented" has been cancelled.
Makes ya wonder about the status of the Panzer Dragoon Zwei remake, which was announced nearly as long ago as Reinvented was...
Link : https://polskigamedev.pl/fear-effect-reinvented-niespodziewanie-anulowane/
Source : https://twitter.com/SaturnMemories/status/1702088790527873188
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For limited time Panzer Dragoon: Remake (Switch) can be purchased at 90% OFF the original price.
Discount Price : $2.49 (was $24.99)
Sale ends October 19, 2023.
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Link : https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/panzer-dragoon-remake-switch/ (https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/panzer-dragoon-remake-switch/)
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💨 Saori Kobayashi and Takenobu Mitsuyoshi live performance themed at "Archivel Caravan" Festival💨
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A live performance themed around SEGA titles will be held by Saori Kobayashi and Takenobu Mitsuyoshi from 5pm on Saturday, December 16th!
We have some surprises in store, including Panzer Dragoon, DAYTONA USA, and Burning Ranger, so don't miss out!
Details: https://archipel.jp/caravan/
Ticket: https://t.livepocket.jp/e/ay_h5
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SEGA Reportedly Has Three More IPs Its Reviving
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According to a report from Insider Gaming, their sources confirmed that three other franchises would be brought back into the marketplace.
Those three games are Panzer Dragoon, Neon Genesis Evangelion, and Sakura Taisen.
Of course, those are just rumored right now, as nothing official from Sega has confirmed that these game IPs are in development or scheduled to see a release sometime in the near future. Meanwhile, it wasn’t long after ...
Article : https://gameranx.com/updates/id/486706/article/sega-reportedly-has-three-more-ips-its-reviving/
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SEGA Talk #148: The Best SEGA Saturn 3D Games (1994-1998)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LuRSxshQ3Ck (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LuRSxshQ3Ck)
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Prepare to be amazed as we unearth the hidden gems of the SEGA Saturn’s 3D library.
From classic favorites to underrated masterpieces, we’re covering it all.
Tune in to SEGA Talk for a wild ride through time.
Article : https://segabits.com/blog/2024/09/20/sega-talk-148-the-best-sega-saturn-3d-games-1994-1998/ (https://segabits.com/blog/2024/09/20/sega-talk-148-the-best-sega-saturn-3d-games-1994-1998/)
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SEGA Saturn 30th Anniversary Music Selection!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G8WwQtjQPG0 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G8WwQtjQPG0)
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Happy birthday, SEGA SATURN "🎉
This year marks the 30th anniversary.🌟
Source: https://x.com/SEGASoundTeam/status/1859809027515089004 (https://x.com/SEGASoundTeam/status/1859809027515089004)
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"Panzer Dragoon: Remake" is now 90% off on Steam!
Sale ends on June 03, 2025.
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A new, remade version of the Panzer Dragoon game – true to the original, with improved graphics and controls, that suit modern gaming standards! On a far, lone planet, you encounter two dragons awaken from the ancient times. Armed with a deadly gun from the past, and the guidance of your armored blue dragon, you must fulfill your destiny and keep the Prototype Dragon from reaching the Tower or die trying.
Link : https://store.steampowered.com/app/1178880/Panzer_Dragoon_Remake/ (https://store.steampowered.com/app/1178880/Panzer_Dragoon_Remake/)
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SEGA boss wants to revive the SEGA spirit of the 80s and 90s
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Speaking to The Game Business Mr. Utsumi said he wants SEGA to cover all bases going forward and have software for everyone, “I’d really like to revive that SEGA spirit. Sometime around 2000, even around the 1980s, we were regarded as a very cultural company. If you compare it to the music industry, I believe SEGA brings rock and roll. In the arcade business, we really had a rock and roll mindset and trying to provide new stuff. So nowadays, we want Sega to always be trying something different, while ..."
Article : https://mynintendonews.com/2025/07/12/sega-boss-wants-to-revive-the-sega-spirit-of-the-80s-and-90s/ (https://mynintendonews.com/2025/07/12/sega-boss-wants-to-revive-the-sega-spirit-of-the-80s-and-90s/)
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"Panzer Dragoon: Remake" is now 90% off on Steam!
Sale ends on July 22, 2025.
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A new, remade version of the Panzer Dragoon game – true to the original, with improved graphics and controls, that suit modern gaming standards! On a far, lone planet, you encounter two dragons awaken from the ancient times. Armed with a deadly gun from the past, and the guidance of your armored blue dragon, you must fulfill your destiny and keep the Prototype Dragon from reaching the Tower or die trying.
Link : https://store.steampowered.com/app/1178880/Panzer_Dragoon_Remake/ (https://store.steampowered.com/app/1178880/Panzer_Dragoon_Remake/)
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"Life's Too Short, You Know?" - Atari's CEO Wants To Remaster Snatcher, Ogre Battle, And Panzer Dragoon Saga.
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Atari CEO Wade Rosen has been doing the rounds on the interview circuit recently, not only discussing his company's recent purchase of a controlling stake in Thunderful but also the performance of the Atari 2600+ and 7800+ systems and future merchandising opportunities.
Rosen has also been speaking to the lovely folks over at VGC, and has revealed the three games he'd love to see remastered as part of Atari's ongoing efforts to preserve and celebrate retro games, via its Digital Eclipse and ...
Article: https://www.timeextension.com/news/2025/09/lifes-too-short-you-know-ataris-ceo-wants-to-remaster-snatcher-and-panzer-dragoon-saga
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Panzer Dragoon Craymen's flagship fan art by 蒼衣わっふる
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Source: https://x.com/aoi_waffle/status/1800885745961636052
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Panzer Dragoon II Zwei: Remake Announced for Nintendo Switch, Steam, GOG, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S;
Playable Demo at Tokyo Game Show 2025
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Key features include:
– Series prequel: the story takes place 20 years before the events of the first Panzer Dragoon game.
– Dragon evolution: Lagi’s growth depends on your playstyle and combat performance.
– Dynamic rail shooter: fast action, intense encounters, and epic boss battles.
– Branching routes: multiple paths on the levels increase replayability.
– Berserk Attack: unleash devastating power to turn the tide of battle.
– Pandora’s Box: unlock additional gameplay options, modifications and mission variants after completing the campaign.
– Remastered music: includes both the original soundtrack and a remastered version arranged by Saori Kobayashi.
– Enhanced visuals: modern graphics faithful to the original style.
– Two control schemes: choose between ...
Article: https://segabits.com/blog/2025/09/09/panzer-dragoon-ii-zwei-remake-announced-playable-demo-at-tokyo-game-show-2025/ (https://segabits.com/blog/2025/09/09/panzer-dragoon-ii-zwei-remake-announced-playable-demo-at-tokyo-game-show-2025/)
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Closing credits artwork from Panzer Dragoon II: Zwei (SEGA Saturn)
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Source: https://x.com/memory_fallen/status/1798708406896964067
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Madden NFL 97, NiGHTS Into Dreams, and Virtua Fighter 2 are the Best-Selling SEGA Saturn games in the US; Panzer Dragoon at Number 10
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As you can see, Madden NFL 97 tops the charts in both lists – which, when you consider the power EA's brand had back then (and, indeed, today), isn't all that shocking. Its sequel, released as the Saturn was circling the drain in North America, manages to come 13th.
This makes EA's decision to back away from Sega with the Dreamcast a little surprising; the company clearly found some degree of commercial success on Saturn, even if the games would almost certainly have made ...
Article: https://www.timeextension.com/news/2025/09/the-best-selling-sega-saturn-game-in-north-america-might-surprise-you-but-then-again-it-might-not (https://www.timeextension.com/news/2025/09/the-best-selling-sega-saturn-game-in-north-america-might-surprise-you-but-then-again-it-might-not)
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"Reject This Ugly Husk And Play The Original" - Panzer Dragoon II Zwei Remake Isn't Going Down Well With Fans
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Originally announced all the way back in 2018, the game soon vanished from release schedules – so much so that we even asked what had happened to it back in January of this year. It has now been confirmed that it will be developed by MegaPixel Studios and Storm Trident, with Forever handling the publishing duties.
You'd imagine that, after such a long period of silence for a remake of a beloved Sega Saturn classic, the reaction to this announcement would be positive – but you'd be wrong. Damn wrong.
The selection of screenshots shared by Forever Entertainment doesn't seem to have filled fans with optimism for the forthcoming game, with many people ...
Article: https://www.timeextension.com/news/2025/09/reject-this-ugly-husk-and-play-the-original-panzer-dragoon-ii-zwei-remake-isnt-going-down-well-with-fans
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Panzer Dragoon Zwei: Remake || Tokyo Game Show 2025 Demo Gameplay
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Explore branching routes, face intense boss battles, and witness Lagi’s evolution firsthand in this faithful yet modern reimagining of the iconic game.
Wishlist now: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3417530/Panzer_Dragoon_Zwei_Remake/
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Happy 35th Birthday Game Gear! 🎂
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SEGA Game Gear released in Japan on October 06, 1990.
Game Gear Articles: https://segabits.com/blog/tag/game-gear/ (https://segabits.com/blog/tag/game-gear/)
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New Emulator Ymir Now Boasts Over 90% Compatibility With The Sega Saturn's Library
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A new update has been dropped for the emulator (update v0.2.0) just yesterday, with this brand-new release reportedly bringing further improvements to its compatibility with the Sega Saturn's library of games.
According to the developers, Ymir now boasts over 90% compatibility with the Saturn's collection of games, with the majority of titles "working flawlessly or with minor issues". The Sega Saturn community has assembled a full compatibility list that is available to view here in more detail, with 4.6% of the library being described as "perfect" and 86.2% as "playable".
A further 4.7%, meanwhile, can boot in-game, while 2.8% simply do ...
Article: https://www.timeextension.com/news/2025/10/new-emulator-ymir-now-boasts-over-90percent-compatibility-with-the-sega-saturns-library
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SEGA Talk #178: US Box Art Design (1989-2001)
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In this episode of Sega Talk, we track the radical evolution of SEGA’s North American branding, from the clinical “graph paper” grids of the Master System to the high-tech “black box” era of the Genesis. We dive deep into why Sega abandoned its uniform look for the iconic red-stripe rebrand of the 90s, the switch to the massive plastic long-boxes of the Saturn, and finally, the Dreamcast’s sleek transition from bright orange swirls to the edgy “SegaNet” black. It’s a nostalgic look at how Sega used graphic design as a weapon in the console wars, shifting from a toy company aesthetic to a lifestyle brand that defined a generation.
Article: https://segabits.com/blog/2026/01/23/sega-talk-178-us-box-art-design-1989-2001/ (https://segabits.com/blog/2026/01/23/sega-talk-178-us-box-art-design-1989-2001/)
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Panzer Dragoon Saga's PC Port Was Abandoned In 2020, But Its Developer Is "Motivated" To Work On It Again
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"The decomp/recomp started a long time ago, around 2015 or so," he says. "I've been trying to make progress on and off. It was started under the impression that the code was lost. Over time, it became clear that the way the game is programmed (not at all like a traditional RPG) was making the task a bit impractical. Every location, battle and interaction is more or less custom and requires manual implementation."
He explains that he "toyed with the idea of completing CD1 and seeing from there, but I lost interest before that," with the last code change being Oct 5th, 2020. The reason it's currently gaining traction online is that yaz0r decided to open-source the project.
"At some point, feeling this effort had all been gone to waste, I decided to put it up on GitHub and see interest there," he says. "It's been ..."
Article: https://www.timeextension.com/news/2026/02/panzer-dragoon-sagas-pc-port-was-abandoned-in-2020-but-its-developer-is-motivated-to-work-on-it-again (https://www.timeextension.com/news/2026/02/panzer-dragoon-sagas-pc-port-was-abandoned-in-2020-but-its-developer-is-motivated-to-work-on-it-again)
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Panzer Dragoon Saga's PC Port Was Abandoned In 2020, But Its Developer Is "Motivated" To Work On It Again
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pPI18jQXFYM (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pPI18jQXFYM)
Article: https://www.timeextension.com/news/2026/02/panzer-dragoon-sagas-pc-port-was-abandoned-in-2020-but-its-developer-is-motivated-to-work-on-it-again (https://www.timeextension.com/news/2026/02/panzer-dragoon-sagas-pc-port-was-abandoned-in-2020-but-its-developer-is-motivated-to-work-on-it-again)
Will it get a Steam release?
What bothers me is there are loads of Sega PC (https://segaretro.org/Sega_PC) games, particularly ones from the Sega Saturn, Dreamcast and sixth-gen consoles, that Sega could put on Steam. Sonic R and Sonic Heroes both had PC-releases. There's literally a game called "Virtua Fighter PC (https://segaretro.org/Virtua_Fighter_PC)"! I don't see the excuse why Sega won't allow these games on Steam.
I would like to play Panzer Dragoon Saga, but if it's not gonna have a Steam release for it’s PC debut, I'll just have to emulate it.
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Will it get a Steam release?
It won't. Steam already have the remake version afterall.
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What bothers me is there are loads of Sega PC (https://segaretro.org/Sega_PC) games, particularly ones from the Sega Saturn, Dreamcast and sixth-gen consoles, that Sega could put on Steam. Sonic R and Sonic Heroes both had PC-releases. There's literally a game called "Virtua Fighter PC (https://segaretro.org/Virtua_Fighter_PC)"! I don't see the excuse why Sega won't allow these games on Steam.
I would like to play Panzer Dragoon Saga, but if it's not gonna have a Steam release for it’s PC debut, I'll just have to emulate it.
Actually I still have my Virtua Fighter PC and its sequel.
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Sadly they're not working with the newer Windows OS so may be that's why.
These games have their own specs needed to be played properly which usually didn't get carried over to next Windows OS.
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It won't. Steam already have the remake version afterall.
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Panzer Dragoon and Zwei both had remakes, but not Saga.
Actually I still have my Virtua Fighter PC and its sequel.
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Sadly they're not working with the newer Windows OS so may be that's why.
These games have their own specs needed to be played properly which usually didn't get carried over to next Windows OS.
Not even compatibility mode?
Hm... maybe that's why the Dreamcast Bundle was removed from Steam, because the games were... wait, no, Jet Set Radio and Sonic Adventure work fine for me.
But they could at least try for some games. Hundred Swords for PC looks more appealing to me on account of mouse control over thumbstick.
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Panzer Dragoon and Zwei both had remakes, but not Saga.
Yeah, I mean not right now, but after they finished with Zwei, I believe Saga is next.
Not even compatibility mode?
Hm... maybe that's why the Dreamcast Bundle was removed from Steam, because the games were... wait, no, Jet Set Radio and Sonic Adventure work fine for me.
Good for you then. I played them in Steam Deck and have broken cutscenes and faulty controller mapping issues.
NiGHTS worked perfectly though.
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But they could at least try for some games. Hundred Swords for PC looks more appealing to me on account of mouse control over thumbstick.
If you don't mind with GOG, you could help to vote for it.
https://www.gog.com/dreamlist/game/hundred-swords-2001
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Yeah, I mean not right now, but after they finished with Zwei, I believe Saga is next.
Something to add to my Wishlist then.
Good for you then. I played them in Steam Deck and have broken cutscenes and faulty controller mapping issues.
NiGHTS worked perfectly though.
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Likely some fan fixes for it at some point.
If you don't mind with GOG, you could help to vote for it.
https://www.gog.com/dreamlist/game/hundred-swords-2001 (https://www.gog.com/dreamlist/game/hundred-swords-2001)
I'm usually on Steam all the time. Though might have to moonlight with GOG at some point.
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Likely some fan fixes for it at some point.
I'm too lazy to do manual fix (fan mod/fan patch).
If the game company doesn't provide the fix then I just move on to another games, there are still a lot of them waiting to be played.
Unless it's a game I'm dying to play but that's such a rare ocassion.
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I'm too lazy to do manual fix (fan mod/fan patch).
If the game company doesn't provide the fix then I just move on to another games, there are still a lot of them waiting to be played.
Unless it's a game I'm dying to play but that's such a rare ocassion.
To be fair while Nintendo games are optimal for the Switch 1 or 2, VALVe likely knew full-well the steam Deck would not be optimal for every game on Steam and I can't really blame them for that. I mean, if you check Store Pages, you'll see they've added "STEAM DECK COMPATIBILITY" with (i) for games that are "playable" (but not without problems) and (✓) for games that are optimal for Steam Deck. But, by technically, the Steam Deck is perhaps a handheld console with the biggest library of games available for it.
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To be fair while Nintendo games are optimal for the Switch 1 or 2, VALVe likely knew full-well the steam Deck would not be optimal for every game on Steam and I can't really blame them for that. I mean, if you check Store Pages, you'll see they've added "STEAM DECK COMPATIBILITY" with (i) for games that are "playable" (but not without problems) and (✓) for games that are optimal for Steam Deck. But, by technically, the Steam Deck is perhaps a handheld console with the biggest library of games available for it.
That's right. That "STEAM DECK COMPATIBILITY" support are really helpful for deciding on buying something.
I was kinda dissapointed when Phantasy Star Online 2 and Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection weren't supported, but thankfully most of SEGA and Capcom games are supported.
(https://images.steamusercontent.com/ugc/10324052602194467719/1C50481EE5A9153953FAE2DC1C712A07E9ECC880/?imw=700&&ima=fit&impolicy=Letterbox&imcolor=%23000000&letterbox=false)
Most indie and retro games weren't supported though.
I searched some games that I used to play as a kid in my old IBM PC XT (with DOS as operating system) and all of them couldn't be played in Steam Deck.
(https://shared.fastly.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/711230/ss_1991396c2339b0ac6ce4fabd148266b4da1195ea.1920x1080.jpg?t=1762294838)
Well, at least my wallet is saved because of that.
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That's right. That "STEAM DECK COMPATIBILITY" support are really helpful for deciding on buying something.
I was kinda dissapointed when Phantasy Star Online 2 and Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection weren't supported, but thankfully most of SEGA and Capcom games are supported.
(https://images.steamusercontent.com/ugc/10324052602194467719/1C50481EE5A9153953FAE2DC1C712A07E9ECC880/?imw=700&&ima=fit&impolicy=Letterbox&imcolor=%23000000&letterbox=false)
Most indie and retro games weren't supported though.
I searched some games that I used to play as a kid in my old IBM PC XT (with DOS as operating system) and all of them couldn't be played in Steam Deck.
(https://shared.fastly.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/711230/ss_1991396c2339b0ac6ce4fabd148266b4da1195ea.1920x1080.jpg?t=1762294838)
Well, at least my wallet is saved because of that.
It could be possible however that VALVe will make more games compatible in the future. I mean, I don't think they can legally modify the games themselves, but "Controller Support" allows players to set a game's controls to be more comfortable with what they're used to (such as me using my Adaptive Joystick (https://www.xbox.com/en-GB/accessories/controllers/xbox-adaptive-joystick) + Mouse combination for first-person view games, especially for games without or strictly against controller support). They could probably make Steam games more compatible with the Steam Deck in the future without legally changing the games themselves.
Either that, or perhaps there will be fan-made mods for games to work properly on the Steam Deck. Though none I've heard of so far.
Given I'm not an out-and-about sort of gamer, I'm more interested in getting a Steam Frame. I'm curious if VALVe will update SteamVR over it or if they will make the various VR games they have "native" to Steam Frame, just as they have made regular games native to Steam Deck.
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It could be possible however that VALVe will make more games compatible in the future. I mean, I don't think they can legally modify the games themselves, but "Controller Support" allows players to set a game's controls to be more comfortable with what they're used to (such as me using my Adaptive Joystick (https://www.xbox.com/en-GB/accessories/controllers/xbox-adaptive-joystick) + Mouse combination for first-person view games, especially for games without or strictly against controller support). They could probably make Steam games more compatible with the Steam Deck in the future without legally changing the games themselves.
Either that, or perhaps there will be fan-made mods for games to work properly on the Steam Deck. Though none I've heard of so far.
Given I'm not an out-and-about sort of gamer, I'm more interested in getting a Steam Frame. I'm curious if VALVe will update SteamVR over it or if they will make the various VR games they have "native" to Steam Frame, just as they have made regular games native to Steam Deck.
Since they have experiences with Steam Deck, I believe Steam Frame has a huge advantage over its competitors like the Meta Quest 3 and Apple Vision Pro by focusing on being a "streaming-first" hybrid device that acts as a "Steam Deck for your face," designed specifically to bring the entire Steam library—both VR and traditional flatscreen games—into a wireless headset.
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Since they have experiences with Steam Deck, I believe Steam Frame has a huge advantage over its competitors like the Meta Quest 3 and Apple Vision Pro by focusing on being a "streaming-first" hybrid device that acts as a "Steam Deck for your face," designed specifically to bring the entire Steam library—both VR and traditional flatscreen games—into a wireless headset.
I don't know if the Steam Frame is as portable as the Steam Deck. Can't imagine myself sitting in a waiting room or at a train station with the thing on my head, oblivious to the last train home. But I do want to give a big middle-finger to Meta if I could.
I'm not VR-tech savvy, so I don't know if the Steam Frame is absolute cutting-edge over Meta Quest 3 and Apple Vision Pro. But even if Meta surpasses it in 5 years, I'll be happy if the Steam Frame is simply a great VR headset that lasts for years to come.
I would be still using my Oculus Rift S if I could, but (and I admit, I can't prove it, but some believe so) I believe Meta "bricked" my Oculus Rift S. I wouldn't mind at all still using an old VR headset as long as it worked fine with VR games. I could've brought a new VR headset, but at the time I heard of the rumours of VALVe's upcoming headset so that's why I've been absent from the VR-scene all this time. And I'm glad to have waited. Even if it's not out just yet.
Though, if I was a bit wiser at the time, I should've got a Valve Index instead of an Oculus Rift S to begin with.
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I don't know if the Steam Frame is as portable as the Steam Deck. Can't imagine myself sitting in a waiting room or at a train station with the thing on my head, oblivious to the last train home. But I do want to give a big middle-finger to Meta if I could.
I'm not VR-tech savvy, so I don't know if the Steam Frame is absolute cutting-edge over Meta Quest 3 and Apple Vision Pro. But even if Meta surpasses it in 5 years, I'll be happy if the Steam Frame is simply a great VR headset that lasts for years to come.
I would be still using my Oculus Rift S if I could, but (and I admit, I can't prove it, but some believe so) I believe Meta "bricked" my Oculus Rift S. I wouldn't mind at all still using an old VR headset as long as it worked fine with VR games. I could've brought a new VR headset, but at the time I heard of the rumours of VALVe's upcoming headset so that's why I've been absent from the VR-scene all this time. And I'm glad to have waited. Even if it's not out just yet.
Though, if I was a bit wiser at the time, I should've got a Valve Index instead of an Oculus Rift S to begin with.
Of course the portability will not be entirely like Steam Deck or Nintendo Switch.
I meant portability in a sense there is an option where we couldn't play it without any cable.
Internet might still be required though.
May be it's more like Playstation Portal ... but in your face!
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Of course the portability will not be entirely like Steam Deck or Nintendo Switch.
I meant portability in a sense there is an option where we couldn't play it without any cable.
Internet might still be required though.
May be it's more like Playstation Portal ... but in your face!
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That is fine, I still intend to use the Steam Frame as a regular VR headset. As in, playing my PC games directly with the headset.
But I wouldn't mind playing it with the computer off every now and again. In fact, as long as the pillow won't block any vents or apply too much pressure that may damage it, the idea of lying comfortably in my bed with the Steam Frame playing games, even with just the Steam Controller (https://store.steampowered.com/sale/steamcontroller) (which I also intend to get) than the Steam Frame controllers, sounds really nice thing to do.
(https://thumbs.dreamstime.com/b/man-plays-virtual-games-lying-virtual-reality-glasses-evening-bed-under-blanket-against-man-plays-210510266.jpg)
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That is fine, I still intend to use the Steam Frame as a regular VR headset. As in, playing my PC games directly with the headset.
But I wouldn't mind playing it with the computer off every now and again. In fact, as long as the pillow won't block any vents or apply too much pressure that may damage it, the idea of lying comfortably in my bed with the Steam Frame playing games, even with just the Steam Controller (https://store.steampowered.com/sale/steamcontroller) (which I also intend to get) than the Steam Frame controllers, sounds really nice thing to do.
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What about the price? What if turned out the prices were expensive?
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What about the price? What if turned out the prices were expensive?
VR headsets are usually pricey, so I expect no more than £1000 at least.
The Steam Controller is a premium controller, so I imagine no more than £200.
I won't dox how much money I have, but I have enough savings for frivolous things. Steam Frame, Steam Controller and whenever or not Retro-Bit will release a Dreamcast Pro Controller, I can afford it all.
In fact, I should be spending or else too much money will lead me to problems.
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VR headsets are usually pricey, so I expect no more than £1000 at least.
The Steam Controller is a premium controller, so I imagine no more than £200.
I won't dox how much money I have, but I have enough savings for frivolous things. Steam Frame, Steam Controller and whenever or not Retro-Bit will release a Dreamcast Pro Controller, I can afford it all.
In fact, I should be spending or else too much money will lead me to problems.
That's weird, too much money shouldn't lead someone to problems, lol.
Once I had a debt so much that's keeping awake at night and having trouble to sleep.
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That's weird, too much money shouldn't lead someone to problems, lol.
Once I had a debt so much that's keeping awake at night and having trouble to sleep.
Eh, I'd rather keep my income to myself. Let's just say I'm living rather comfortably. It's all government approved, so I'm not doing anything shady.
Point is, I'm not "rich" (big houses, fancy clothes and cars, doing lines off a hookers clunge, whatever the definition of "rich" is), but I still got cash to burn if I wanted to.
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Eh, I'd rather keep my income to myself. Let's just say I'm living rather comfortably. It's all government approved, so I'm not doing anything shady.
Point is, I'm not "rich" (big houses, fancy clothes and cars, doing lines off a hookers clunge, whatever the definition of "rich" is), but I still got cash to burn if I wanted to.
That's a nice way to live. And extra cash is always important. When one day there comes a time where "cash is a king", we'll have no trouble.
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That's a nice way to live. And extra cash is always important. When one day there comes a time where "cash is a king", we'll have no trouble.
Never heard that saying before. Doesn't cash already rule our day-to-day lives? The fact food and water are absolute essentials to our daily lives, but not given for free, I bet government would put a price on air if they could.
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Never heard that saying before. Doesn't cash already rule our day-to-day lives? The fact food and water are absolute essentials to our daily lives, but not given for free, I bet government would put a price on air if they could.
It's a term attributed to billionaire investor Alex Spanos and popularized in corporate finance to emphasize that free cash flow is the most important indicator of financial health.
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Panzer Dragoon fan art found in the January '96 issue of GamePro.
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Source: https://x.com/MoonPieDreams/status/1924509406240375158
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"Panzer Dragoon: Remake" is now 90% off on Steam!
Sale ends on February 24, 2026.
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A new, remade version of the Panzer Dragoon game – true to the original, with improved graphics and controls, that suit modern gaming standards! On a far, lone planet, you encounter two dragons awaken from the ancient times. Armed with a deadly gun from the past, and the guidance of your armored blue dragon, you must fulfill your destiny and keep the Prototype Dragon from reaching the Tower or die trying.
Link : https://store.steampowered.com/app/1178880/Panzer_Dragoon_Remake/ (https://store.steampowered.com/app/1178880/Panzer_Dragoon_Remake/)
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It's a term attributed to billionaire investor Alex Spanos and popularized in corporate finance to emphasize that free cash flow is the most important indicator of financial health.
Even with Google explaining it to me, I don't know what that is.
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Even with Google explaining it to me, I don't know what that is.
Well, don't think too much about it. It's just some words that became meme material, not some deep philosophy like ""I think, therefore I am" or "The unexamined life is not worth living".
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Well, don't think too much about it. It's just some words that became meme material, not some deep philosophy like ""I think, therefore I am" or "The unexamined life is not worth living".
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As long as it's not like "6 or 7", which I'm sure wouldn't have been meme-level if it were not for South Park.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHNp0IiKu6E
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As long as it's not like "6 or 7", which I'm sure wouldn't have been meme-level if it were not for South Park.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHNp0IiKu6E (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHNp0IiKu6E)
My younger son always love 67 meme, I don't know why - may be it's popular on his school, but he didn't even know South Park.
South Park may have popularize it but it's already used a lot before in the early 2025 in Tiktok and Instagram (never found them in Facebook and Twitter though).
Said it means nothing, used as a nonsensical, absurd response to almost anything. So if it means nothing I don't get why the kids love to use it.
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Playable Demo of Panzer Dragoon Zwei: Remake Available Now on Steam Next Fest!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5wL249NAtQ
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A brand-new playable demo of Panzer Dragoon Zwei: Remake is now available as part of Steam Next Fest!
Steam Next Fest is a week-long celebration featuring hundreds of FREE playable demos as well as developer livestreams and chats.
In this hands-on preview, you get to experience the second stage of the game and try out two distinct Dragon evolution forms featuring alongside updated visuals, refined gameplay, and enhanced atmosphere of this legendary rail shooter!
Panzer Dragoon Zwei: Remake is a refreshed edition of the second entry in the legendary rail shooter series, taking you into a unique world where ancient ruins, imperial power, and mysterious creatures shape the fate of an entire continent. Step into the role of Jean Jacque Lundi, a young rider who, together with his ...
Article : https://www.gematsu.com/2026/02/marvels-wolverine-launches-september-15
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My younger son always love 67 meme, I don't know why - may be it's popular on his school, but he didn't even know South Park.
South Park may have popularize it but it's already used a lot before in the early 2025 in Tiktok and Instagram (never found them in Facebook and Twitter though).
Said it means nothing, used as a nonsensical, absurd response to almost anything. So if it means nothing I don't get why the kids love to use it.
But it's just... two numbers! Why is it so damn popular?
Playable Demo of Panzer Dragoon Zwei: Remake Available Now on Steam Next Fest!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5wL249NAtQ (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5wL249NAtQ)
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Article : https://www.gematsu.com/2026/02/marvels-wolverine-launches-september-15 (https://www.gematsu.com/2026/02/marvels-wolverine-launches-september-15)
That demo looks good. I noticed the circle moves steady so maybe video game controller? I imagine the game can be just as enjoyable with mouse and at least two keys for camera controls.
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But it's just... two numbers! Why is it so damn popular?
69 and 34 were also popular before that. They are also two numbers ... but at least we know why.
That demo looks good. I noticed the circle moves steady so maybe video game controller? I imagine the game can be just as enjoyable with mouse and at least two keys for camera controls.
Unfortunately many fans are still not impressed (https://www.timeextension.com/news/2026/02/what-in-the-fck-have-they-done-panzer-dragoon-zwei-remakes-steam-demo-has-upset-some-fans).
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69 and 34 were also popular before that. They are also two numbers ... but at least we know why.
Yeah, but and clear and udnerstandable reasons... if you're old enough to understand. But I don't get 6-7 at all.
Unfortunately many fans are still not impressed (https://www.timeextension.com/news/2026/02/what-in-the-fck-have-they-done-panzer-dragoon-zwei-remakes-steam-demo-has-upset-some-fans).
I feel bad Forever Entertainment are having a hard time. Especially given, as far as I'm aware, they're the only ones who are actually remaking these Sega classics. Sega aren't going to do it, especially if these criticisms would be theirs instead of FE.
THotD and Panzer Dragoon remakes may not be perfect. But if they don't like them, they could always buy a second-hand Sega Saturn and play the originals.
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Yeah, but and clear and udnerstandable reasons... if you're old enough to understand. But I don't get 6-7 at all.
May be we are supposed to never know ... A secret number that only Gen Alpha could dechiper.
I feel bad Forever Entertainment are having a hard time. Especially given, as far as I'm aware, they're the only ones who are actually remaking these Sega classics. Sega aren't going to do it, especially if these criticisms would be theirs instead of FE.
THotD and Panzer Dragoon remakes may not be perfect. But if they don't like them, they could always buy a second-hand Sega Saturn and play the originals.
Actually I agree with you. Critiques are okay, but the way some worded it were kinda harsh. While the louder fans in social media don't reflect all fans, it could give the impression that Panzer Dragoon fandom is hard to please ... not that different with Sonic fandom though.
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Panzer Dragoon Zwei: Remake Demo - New Update Available on Steam!
Make sure your game is up to date and jump back in!
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Forever Entertainment: "Full patch notes:
Boss Updates
Changes to boss phases and attacks
Enemy Adjustments
Changes to enemy movement paths
Gameplay Improvements
Adjusted lock-on delay
Improved lock-on targeting
Updated reticle color
Level Fixes
Fixes to the landing sequence on the left path
Visual Improvements
Minor graphical fixes
Optimization
Performance optimizations
The game is still in development and your feedback helps us make it better.
We read every message and use it to shape the final experience.
See you in the full game!"
Play the demo and wishlist now to stay up to date!
⚫️https://store.steampowered.com/app/4244520/Panzer_Dragoon_Zwei_Remake_Demo/
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May be we are supposed to never know ... A secret number that only Gen Alpha could dechiper.
That or our brains aren't that rotted.
Actually I agree with you. Critiques are okay, but the way some worded it were kinda harsh. While the louder fans in social media don't reflect all fans, it could give the impression that Panzer Dragoon fandom is hard to please ... not that different with Sonic fandom though.
I appreciate what FE are doing and, like Lizardcube with SoR4 to Shinobi, I hope they will get recognition from Sega for more major Sega remakes.
But yeah, it's unfair fans calling Panzer Dragoon Zwei dogpoop when it's still a major step-up from the polygonal-hardware limits of the Sega Saturn.
(I mean, I would've gone with a more anime-approach and the riders looks like a postman to me. But I'm not pooping on the game.)
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That or our brains aren't that rotted.
They are being made rotten so that they can evolve to the higher spectrum.
I appreciate what FE are doing and, like Lizardcube with SoR4 to Shinobi, I hope they will get recognition from Sega for more major Sega remakes.
But yeah, it's unfair fans calling Panzer Dragoon Zwei dogpoop when it's still a major step-up from the polygonal-hardware limits of the Sega Saturn.
(I mean, I would've gone with a more anime-approach and the riders looks like a postman to me. But I'm not pooping on the game.)
Yeah, anime-approach worked well with Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves and I think it could be used too in Panzer Dragoon.
Or I think it will be safer if FE made a sequel or a spin-off of Panzer Dragoon rather than remaking the old ones so they wouldn't get compared many times.
But may be SEGA didn't allow them, only allowed for remakes so if that's the case than that option's out of the picture.
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They are being made rotten so that they can evolve to the higher spectrum.
Quite alright where I currently am on the spectrum.
Yeah, anime-approach worked well with Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves and I think it could be used too in Panzer Dragoon.
Or I think it will be safer if FE made a sequel or a spin-off of Panzer Dragoon rather than remaking the old ones so they wouldn't get compared many times.
But may be SEGA didn't allow them, only allowed for remakes so if that's the case than that option's out of the picture.
Sega will "allow" it, but won't put their names on it.
Also, I remember when Panzer Dragoon was an anime.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5-V-ICChZE
(The full anime can be found on Youtube in both languages easily.)
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Sega will "allow" it, but won't put their names on it.
Also, I remember when Panzer Dragoon was an anime.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5-V-ICChZE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5-V-ICChZE)
(The full anime can be found on Youtube in both languages easily.)
It is their franchise. They have to put their name in it so that any potential brand licensing partner who wanted to make merchs or t-shirts knows whose franchise it belong.
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PANZER DRAGOON
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List of Panzer Dragoon games
1995 - Panzer Dragoon
1995 - Panzer Dragoon R-zone
1996 - Panzer Dragoon Mini
1996 - Panzer Dragoon II Zwei
1998 - Panzer Dragoon Saga
2002 - Panzer Dragoon Orta
2020 - Panzer Dragoon: Remake
2026 - Panzer Dragoon II Zwei: Remake
Canceled - Panzer Dragoon: Voyage Record
Articles : http://segabits.com/blog/tag/panzer-dragoon/ (http://segabits.com/blog/tag/panzer-dragoon/)
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Panzer Dragoon-Inspired "Bat Galaxy" Kickstarter is Launching Soon
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Zoom into a high octane world where you'll weave through billions of bullets and use your handy punch feature to send enemies flying.
Mao and Kou, two fighter pilot trainees, are unavoidably thrust into a mission that only they can complete. They'll charge through linear stages with hordes of enemies surrounding them, explore colorful and mystically beautiful ancient worlds for technology and power-ups, and take on massive bosses built by a society their world forgot.
Link: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/batgalaxy/bat-galaxy-rails-adventure
Steam Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3075430/Bat_Galaxy/
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It is their franchise. They have to put their name in it so that any potential brand licensing partner who wanted to make merchs or t-shirts knows whose franchise it belong.
Yeah, but I don't recall their big blue SEGA logo first and foremost in Alex Kidd DX, Streets of Rage 4 or The House of the Dead: Remake. It's "there" games, but no direct credit.
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Yeah, but I don't recall their big blue SEGA logo first and foremost in Alex Kidd DX, Streets of Rage 4 or The House of the Dead: Remake. It's "there" games, but no direct credit.
No direct credit? Check them out again, the copyright logo are their credits and they do show up in the title screens.
Alex Kidd DX :
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Streets of Rage 4 :
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Bayonetta 2 :
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The House of the Dead: Remake :
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They also showed up again in end credits but I'm too lazy to screenshot them.
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No direct credit? Check them out again, the copyright logo are their credits and they do show up in the title screens.
Alex Kidd DX :
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Streets of Rage 4 :
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Bayonetta 2 :
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The House of the Dead: Remake :
(https://s1.directupload.eu/images/260303/d9h5ufjf.png)
They also showed up again in end credits but I'm too lazy to screenshot them.
If you can barely see the logo.
(https://static.themoscowtimes.com/image/article_1360/ca/buerg87w45gw.jpg)
But why not the iconic "SEGA (http://y2u.be/B3mMY-_n3_E)" opening-logo? Or the very least the "SEGA Eye (http://y2u.be/5IgMQd2LQ2I)" logo.
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If you can barely see the logo.
(https://static.themoscowtimes.com/image/article_1360/ca/buerg87w45gw.jpg)
But why not the iconic "SEGA (http://y2u.be/B3mMY-_n3_E)" opening-logo? Or the very least the "SEGA Eye (http://y2u.be/5IgMQd2LQ2I)" logo.
Because they weren't the publisher.
You don't see Nintendo logo here too in Mario and Sonic Olympic series, guess whose logo came up :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQu3T5Xy8TI (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQu3T5Xy8TI)
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Because they weren't the publisher.
You don't see Nintendo logo here too in Mario and Sonic Olympic series, guess whose logo came up :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQu3T5Xy8TI (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQu3T5Xy8TI)
As far as I recall, Nintendo don't do opening logos. If they have, I must have forgotten it. Not as iconic as Sega.
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As far as I recall, Nintendo don't do opening logos. If they have, I must have forgotten it. Not as iconic as Sega.
Yeah, they're rarely using it now since they've already showed Game Console logo everytime we started the console (what's the point of showing your logo twice), but some games that were developed by second party company's (not Nintendo's internal team) usually put Nintendo logo before or together with their company logo like this :
(https://s1.directupload.eu/images/260307/irpw4yd4.png)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qxi0Ngr12NM (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qxi0Ngr12NM)
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Yeah, they're rarely using it now since they've already showed Game Console logo everytime we started the console (what's the point of showing your logo twice), but some games that were developed by second party company's (not Nintendo's internal team) usually put Nintendo logo before or together with their company logo like this :
(https://s1.directupload.eu/images/260307/irpw4yd4.png)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qxi0Ngr12NM (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qxi0Ngr12NM)
Well, the "SEGA" jingle is still iconic. I kinda wish the renaissance games had it.
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Well, the "SEGA" jingle is still iconic. I kinda wish the renaissance games had it.
Yes, that two-note chime (Eb Major and C Major)'s the most memorable video game company opening logo ever.
Though most of gamers remembers it from Mega Drive, it was already used way before in the television ads starting in 1983 to promote the SG-1000 (Japanese version of Master System).
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Yes, that two-note chime (Eb Major and C Major)'s the most memorable video game company opening logo ever.
Though most of gamers remembers it from Mega Drive, it was already used way before in the television ads starting in 1983 to promote the SG-1000 (Japanese version of Master System).
I remember it for both Master System and Mega Drive and wish they continued using it more. The eye-logo is alright, but I don't like the sudden "bzzzOOOOMPH" sound. It's rather jarring.
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I remember it for both Master System and Mega Drive and wish they continued using it more. The eye-logo is alright, but I don't like the sudden "bzzzOOOOMPH" sound. It's rather jarring.
Blame Nagoshi for that new logo, he's the one who came up with it. But the man himself and his new company is now kinda in not a good state (https://sea.ign.com/gang-of-dragon/239738/news/nagoshis-gang-of-dragon-may-never-come-out-after-investor-netease-cut-funding-when-it-realized-an-ex) so I guess may be next time for that.
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Blame Nagoshi for that new logo, he's the one who came up with it. But the man himself and his new company is now kinda in not a good state (https://sea.ign.com/gang-of-dragon/239738/news/nagoshis-gang-of-dragon-may-never-come-out-after-investor-netease-cut-funding-when-it-realized-an-ex) so I guess may be next time for that.
Well, it's Iizuka's decision to keep the current logo or not. But I think the classic "SAY-GAAAAAH" is regarded classic for good reason.
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Well, it's Iizuka's decision to keep the current logo or not. But I think the classic "SAY-GAAAAAH" is regarded classic for good reason.
SEGA's opening/end logo's not Iizuka's decision, he isn't SEGA CCO/CEO/COO.
If it's Sonic Team logo's then yes.
So the decision for still using the eye logo still goes to Haruki Satomi, Shuji Utsumi, or Yukio Sugino (Nagoshi was CCO before he departed from SEGA).
But if it were me, I'd go back to the "SAY-GAAAAAH" classic.
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SEGA's opening/end logo's not Iizuka's decision, he isn't SEGA CCO/CEO/COO.
If it's Sonic Team logo's then yes.
So the decision for still using the eye logo still goes to Haruki Satomi, Shuji Utsumi, or Yukio Sugino (Nagoshi was CCO before he departed from SEGA).
But if it were me, I'd go back to the "SAY-GAAAAAH" classic.
I thought Iizuka was CEO of Sega?
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I thought Iizuka was CEO of Sega?
Lol, no he's not. He's the head / leader of Sonic Team (aka Sonic Creative Officer).
Well, since Sonic is SEGA's biggest franchise, no wonder that he's the one who's always showing up.
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Lol, no he's not. He's the head / leader of Sonic Team (aka Sonic Creative Officer).
Well, since Sonic is SEGA's biggest franchise, no wonder that he's the one who's always showing up.
Ah, so he is the head of Sonic Team. But given Sonic is Sega's mascot, he is still a big wig, isn't he?
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Ah, so he is the head of Sonic Team. But given Sonic is Sega's mascot, he is still a big wig, isn't he?
Yes, big wig indeed. A decision maker to Sonic's fate, but not SEGA's fate.
If he said Sonic's color now is red then he'll be red, but he definitely can't change SEGA's logo colour into red or make Kiryu or Ulala wearing red suit (unless if they are in Sonic's game of course).
(https://media.tenor.com/2Pt4bxcTwj4AAAAj/redvi-sticker.gif)
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Yes, big wig indeed. A decision maker to Sonic's fate, but not SEGA's fate.
If he said Sonic's color now is red then he'll be red, but he definitely can't change SEGA's logo colour into red or make Kiryu or Ulala wearing red suit (unless if they are in Sonic's game of course).
(https://media.tenor.com/2Pt4bxcTwj4AAAAj/redvi-sticker.gif)
The Sega logo was once red in 1956-1975
(https://1000logos.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Sega-Logo-1956.png)
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The Sega logo was once red in 1956-1975
Yes. And Nintendo logo was black with a handwritten font.
(https://s1.directupload.eu/images/260317/ni4tyx84.png)
Logo changes aren't new thing, but that's not changed by a head of a company franchise.
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Yes. And Nintendo logo was black with a handwritten font.
(https://s1.directupload.eu/images/260317/ni4tyx84.png)
Logo changes aren't new thing, but that's not changed by a head of a company franchise.
Sega knew blue was the cooler colour though. Nintendo stuck with red.
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Sega knew blue was the cooler colour though. Nintendo stuck with red.
Actually the red thing is Nintendo Switch's color.
Since 2016, after announcing Switch, the company has changed the logo to primarily red and white to match the Switch's color.
(https://media4.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTZjMDliOTUycDducDEzY3AycTZqY2k1YnFjeDhzMGpqODE4dnA1Z2JiY2cwM2thayZlcD12MV9naWZzX3NlYXJjaCZjdD1n/NqyYi5uEWJEsIUD8mv/giphy.gif)
Before from 2006–2016, a light-gray on white color scheme was used to mach Nintendo Wii's color.
(https://giffiles.alphacoders.com/163/163088.gif)
(https://media1.tenor.com/m/KgVhPMN3w0cAAAAd/nintendo-wii-logo.gif)
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Actually the red thing is Nintendo Switch's color.
Since 2016, after announcing Switch, the company has changed the logo to primarily red and white to match the Switch's color.
(https://media4.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTZjMDliOTUycDducDEzY3AycTZqY2k1YnFjeDhzMGpqODE4dnA1Z2JiY2cwM2thayZlcD12MV9naWZzX3NlYXJjaCZjdD1n/NqyYi5uEWJEsIUD8mv/giphy.gif)
Before from 2006–2016, a light-gray on white color scheme was used to mach Nintendo Wii's color.
(https://giffiles.alphacoders.com/163/163088.gif)
(https://media1.tenor.com/m/KgVhPMN3w0cAAAAd/nintendo-wii-logo.gif)
Hm... I thought it has always been red...
(https://www.designyourway.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Nintendo-Logo-History-1.jpg)
...sort of.
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Hm... I thought it has always been red...
(https://www.designyourway.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Nintendo-Logo-History-1.jpg)
...sort of.
It's the color they used in their logo during their 8-bit and 16-bit glory days so that's why the color's engrained in the memory who grew up during those time.
(https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91UFT1JwetL._UF894,1000_QL80_.jpg)