More Sony leaks - Dreamcast games via PSN?

-Loki-

I didn't see a thread for this, but if there is one, please point me in the right direction.

Another apparent Sony leak has happened, this time? they want to not only release PS2 games via PSN, but also the Dreamcast catalogue. Would be interesting if it happens in even some capacity. I'd love to have Skies of Arcadia.

SkutSkut

I was thinking of getting a PS3 but if this is the case I am SO SOLD.

langfor6

Nice. I can finally replay Shenmue.

Raiden333

Well, shit. Looks like I'm buying a PS3 now.

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POWERSTONEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE.

Fuck yes. We could finally start running Powerstone 1+2 side tourneys, and have access to the better versions of the Vs. series. And VF3:TB!

That would be a fighting game dream.

Local H Jay

if they get chu chu rocket with online i might actually buy a PS3

Vegan

langfor6 wrote: »

Nice. I can finally replay Shenmue.

My main reason for having a Dreamcast. Back in '05 Gamestop sold off a bunch for 20 bucks each. That's Dreamcasts, not Shenmues.

Darth_Mogs

My first thought was Phantasy Star Online. It's, y'know, not going to show up. I can't delude myself into thinking as much.

But what I would give for that. What I would give.

Of course, I'd give the same for Skies of Arcadia and Shenmue. Among others.

Hoping this happens so bad. So bad. I mean, look at all these italics.

langfor6

Those are some pretty convincing italics.

I should track down Shenmue 2. I'm pretty sure it saw the light of day in America at some point.

Darth_Mogs

langfor6 wrote: »

Those are some pretty convincing italics.

I should track down Shenmue 2. I'm pretty sure it saw the light of day in America at some point.

It did. On the OXBox.

-Loki-

I'm just glad I recently threw that 320gb HDD in my PS3. If this comes true in any form, I'll at least have the space for these.

Shadowfire

Darth_Mogs wrote: »

langfor6 wrote: »

Those are some pretty convincing italics.

I should track down Shenmue 2. I'm pretty sure it saw the light of day in America at some point.

It did. On the OXBox.

Gamestop and EB both carried European imports of the game too. :P

-Loki-

Closer reading of the article doesn't say all Dreamcast games would be exclusive to PSN if this were to happen, but Sony would get first choice of which games they want exclusive. Probably at higher licensing fees from Sega.

The note about Japanese Imports on PSN with localized menus is really interesting.

SirUltimos

-Loki- wrote: »

Closer reading of the article doesn't say all Dreamcast games would be exclusive to PSN if this were to happen, but Sony would get first choice of which games they want exclusive. Probably at higher licensing fees from Sega.

The note about Japanese Imports on PSN with localized menus is really interesting.

There's the real interesting part. Sony gets first pick as to what they want to be exclusive, but what does that mean for the games that they don't pick? Another console?

-Loki-

SirUltimos wrote: »

-Loki- wrote: »

Closer reading of the article doesn't say all Dreamcast games would be exclusive to PSN if this were to happen, but Sony would get first choice of which games they want exclusive. Probably at higher licensing fees from Sega.

The note about Japanese Imports on PSN with localized menus is really interesting.

There's the real interesting part. Sony gets first pick as to what they want to be exclusive, but what does that mean for the games that they don't pick? Another console?

Probably XBL. So the real question is - will Sony choose wisely when they pick their exclusives?

Daedalus

-Loki- wrote: »

Closer reading of the article doesn't say all Dreamcast games would be exclusive to PSN if this were to happen, but Sony would get first choice of which games they want exclusive. Probably at higher licensing fees from Sega.

The note about Japanese Imports on PSN with localized menus is really interesting.

Well, there's already a handful of Dreamcast titles on XBLA, so obviously they can't all be exclusive to PSN. Still, it's always good to see the old orange light get some attention. Maybe I'll pick up a PS3, finally, although I'll have to track down one with backcompat.

Scotty

Jet Grind Radioooooo!!!

UnbreakableVow

I can't wait to check this article when I get home.

Sony Lifestyle it seems has been the news-breaker on PS3 stuff lately, it seems: The Last Guardian trailer, the GOW collection, and now this (if it's true).

Hugh Jass

Oh wow I hope this is true. Rush 2049, Powerstone 1+2, Sonic Adventure 1+2, Shenmue 1+2, and VF3:TB please!!!!

maximumzero

Darth_Mogs wrote: »

My first thought was Phantasy Star Online. It's, y'know, not going to show up. I can't delude myself into thinking as much.

But what I would give for that. What I would give.

Of course, I'd give the same for Skies of Arcadia and Shenmue. Among others.

Hoping this happens so bad. So bad. I mean, look at all these italics.

I have to yet to play a RPG that has held my attention the way that Phantasy Star Online did.

No MMO or RPG of any kind has come close to the amount of concentrated fun and awesome that game brought to the table.

I'm hoping Phantasy Star Zero is at least decent.

Analrapist

I can't for the life of me remember the name of the game I played to death on the Dream Cast.
You piloted a fighter craft in space. It was more sim than acrcade. And it had massive battles.
You had to lead your targets. Shit I'm pretty much describing 300 games here.

I also want MDK.
I mean shit, Edmonton got FUCKED in that game.
It's what they get for letting the Oilers crash and burn.

*Edit* it's called Starlancer. Shit that game was dope fo sho-rizzle.

Halfmex

Zombie Revenge, fuck yes. Oh and that other beat-em-up whose name escapes me. Something about cops I think.

Edit: Dynamite Cop, I think that was it.

Also Ready 2 Rumble, love that game.

Fubear

I am conflicted....

1) OMG! Dreamcast love! Sony is showing the Dreamcast some love!
2) Jesus Christ! How many times do people expect us to buy the same game again and again? Can I get a free voucher or discount if I already own the goddamned game?
3) What about Saturn love?
4) Are they going to release some imports like Radio Allergy, Guilty Gear X, Cosmic Smash and Rez?

Lunker

I wouldn't go out and buy a system just for this news quite yet—people seem to be jumping to a lot of conclusions. Here's what the alleged leak actually says, for people who didn't bother to click through:

DC Digital Titles

* If we provide a list of DC titles SCEA will let us know which ones they’re interested in having exclusively.
* If we give them a long period of exclusivity they’ll give us more marketing support.

It's really no surprise that DC games are a possibility for digital downloads; XBLA already has a few of them (Rez HD, MvC2, Ikaruga, Soul Calibur), so I assume Sega has been quietly considering more. And since exclusivity options are specifically mentioned, I don't think it's unreasonable to assume a ton of these would end up multiplatform.

xraydog

So how is it going to play DC games? Emulation?

I have an 80gb PS3 which has limited PS2 support. I don't really care because my PS2 library runs ok except for the PS2 Ratchet and Clank games which are unplayable. Does this announcement mean one day the PS2 games that don't run properly will get fixed or does it mean they'll only offer, through PSN, games that already run fine on a BC PS3?

Daedalus

xraydog wrote: »

So how is it going to play DC games? Emulation?

I have an 80gb PS3 which has limited PS2 support. I don't really care because my PS2 library runs ok except for the PS2 Ratchet and Clank games which are unplayable. Does this announcement mean one day the PS2 games that don't run properly will get fixed or does it mean they'll only offer, through PSN, games that already run fine on a BC PS3?

Read back that last question to yourself.

You already know the answer.

Axen

While I would love to play DC games again I gotta ask, why Sony? I thought SEGA was leaning more towards Nintendo's camp plus a number of DC games have sequels/remakes for the Xbox. Money Hats? I would figure Microsoft had the best Money Hats, but perhaps they don't particularly care about snatching up the DC Library for Live.

Eh, awesome news if it's true.


edit- Ah, I see. SEGA might be sharing the love so they can have all kinds of Money Hats from around the world.

FyreWulff

512MB drive on the Wii limits what they can port

You're more likely to see DC games on Wii in a disc collection.

This is also why MvC2 isn't on Wii. They wanted to release it on Wii, but their license stated that the game can only be released digital, no retail allowed.

Ah_Pook

id be more excited about this if there was any way in hell sony would release games im interested in. odds of, for example, border down or cool cool toon coming to the ps3... well im not holding my breath.

elliotw2

Man, this is great, given that they put out good games, since my Dreamcast died last year. It would be very nice if they let you play off the DC disc, but that doesn't cost you enough