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Thursday May 12, 2011
Vintage Collection 3 AnnouncedSEGA is proud to announce that the next edition of our Vintage Collection series is headed here in late 2011 and early 2012, to PlayStation Network and Nintendo Wii Virtual Console! This collection features favorites from the Wonder Boy series as well as some other gems from that era, including the heritage of titles produced by legendary designer Yu Suzuki. The biggest news of this bundle is that we are releasing a fully localized version of Wonder Boy in Monster World IV, which has never had a previous release in the West – it has previously appeared only in Japan. Here’s everything that’s on the way: Monster World IV (Genesis/Mega Drive)
We did our best to pick the highest quality version of each of these, which is why you’re seeing different platforms represented. The Master System version of Alex Kidd – one of the original mascots of SEGA and something of a proto-Sonic – is one of the best games to come out on that platform, and had a terrific combination of speed, wit, and surprisingly challenging platforming. And again, it’s Monster World IV that’s the biggest news, since that’s actually a new entry to the West. It is the last entry in the series, and is notable in that it was one of the few games from the era to feature a female protagonist. I’m also thrilled to see Super Hang-On in this collection: One of the first SEGA games I ever played was the version of Hang-On that was on the Master System, and this is a Yu Suzuki title. The original Hang-On was one of the first games developed by Yu Suzuki, and this was the natural progression of that breakthrough title. These games are the reason I became a fan of SEGA and of video games in the first place. They’re wrapped up in what makes SEGA unique and built into this company’s history in the arcades and with home consoles – I’m proud and excited to be able to talk about them here. Stay tuned for more news and information! | ||
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Comment # 1
I didn’t see any mention of XBLA. Is it getting passed up? I’ve got a Wii and PS3 so its not a big deal,but just wondering.
Posted by Andrew on May 12th, 2011 at 11:05 am
Comment # 2
I’m still hoping for a Guardian Heroes release on the PSN, these look cool though
Posted by Kazuma on May 12th, 2011 at 11:15 am
Comment # 3
Yay, more retro games! Hopefully the PSN is back up before late 2011 so we can play them!
Posted by Jake on May 12th, 2011 at 11:47 am
Comment # 4
Fingers crossed for XBLA here, as well.
Posted by Yamishi on May 12th, 2011 at 12:51 pm
Comment # 5
Y el link de descarga?????
Posted by CHUPALA on May 12th, 2011 at 12:52 pm
Comment # 6
Kazuma, did you see this?
http://kotaku.com/5798896/sega-saturn-classic-guardian-heroes-coming-to-xbox-live-arcade
Posted by Adam on May 12th, 2011 at 12:54 pm
Comment # 7
Thanks for more games SEGA. Sadly, I’m not interested in any of these games. =(
And I still need to buy Sonic The Hedgehog 2 from PSN when everything is working again…
Posted by OtakuNewsSource on May 12th, 2011 at 12:56 pm
Comment # 8
Xbox Live Arcade PLEASE!!!I’LL PAY FOR THIS!
Posted by Patrick on May 12th, 2011 at 12:57 pm
Comment # 9
any chance we could get the japanese version of SOR3 on this collection?
seeing as your selecting the best possible versions of games for this collection!
Posted by stu on May 12th, 2011 at 1:24 pm
Comment # 10
Shameless copypasta from Facebook:
Considering Wonder Boy MW4 was already rated for XBLA, and that the majority of SEGA classics have been on XBLA AND DONE EXCEEDINGLY WELL, I think Sega would be idiots not to bring them to XBLA.
And let’s be honest, from a business standpoint XBLA is the place to be when it comes to downloadable games, it’s the best network for selling them.
Though I’d appreciate it if you hurried up with an XBLA confirmation since Wonder Boy in Monster World is one of my fave games I never owned and getting it on my 360 would be great.
Posted by Exu on May 12th, 2011 at 3:12 pm
Comment # 11
@stu
Good man, mentioning BK3. I think Sega should do what Konami did with X-Men on XBLA, include both USA and Japanese ROMs.
Obligatory: SORR.
Posted by Exu on May 12th, 2011 at 3:13 pm
Comment # 12
@everyone asking about these games for XBLA — thank you for the comments, and, don’t worry, we do hear you!
Posted by Edward@Sega on May 12th, 2011 at 5:15 pm
Comment # 13
BARE KNUCKLE III. bring this one out here in the States SEGA!!!. Everyone loves the SOR series but all fans know that the altered SOR3 we got back in 1994 was washed up & censored when compared to the Japanese original, If it has to have an “M” rating that’s fine with me. (chances are, ALL S.O.R Fans are old enough) Cmon SEGA, be nice, and while you’re at it. Start gathering Yuzo & the folks at Ancient & mash them with the producers of Yakuza & the Shinobi games, we need a NEW STREETS OF RAGE!!!!!!!!
Posted by Nestor Galeano on May 12th, 2011 at 5:28 pm
Comment # 14
MONSTER WORLD IV in English!!! I love you Sega, thank you for releasing Monster World IV on Virtual Console. I’ll buy it the day it comes out.
:D:D
Posted by Ryan D. on May 12th, 2011 at 10:00 pm
Comment # 15
Very glad to see WB in Monster World being localized.
Now it’s time for Shining Force 3 scenarios 2 &3.
Sega OWES it to us gamers who bought SF3 for the Saturn in 1998.
Posted by SirArthur on May 13th, 2011 at 1:52 am
Comment # 16
**Correction**
I meant Monster World IV…
Posted by SirArthur on May 13th, 2011 at 1:54 am
Comment # 17
@Edward@Sega, can you shed some light on what’s happening with the arcade version of Wonder Boy in Monster Land? This is one of my favorite games of ALL TIME, I own an arcade PCB for it even (though no longer have a cabinet to house it).
The game had no “official” English version, so I’m curious if Sega is creating a new localization for it.
My main concern is if they used one of the two English “bootleg” versions that are floating around out there, because the more widely known of the two does not contain a complete localization. Slightly after the half-way mark, most of the rooms you enter will simply not have the text they are supposed to have (with some of these being tips on what you’re to do next). The lesser known bootleg is complete. But truth be told, both versions are contain AWFUL translations. I doubt Sega would use these (they likely don’t have the rights or know where to get them as they were hacks), but I figured I’d bring it up to “be safe.”
One last thing, my purchases will go to the Wii VC versions, which already has this.. but I would seriously suggest not forgetting about Monster World II (aka Wonder Boy III: Dragon’s Trap) for this collection. Not only is it a wonderful game in its own, but the games are all connected to each other.. it would be a shame if our PSN friends (and XBLA and Steam, if those eventually come) only get Episodes I, III and IV of this awesome series.
Anyway, big thanks for bringing these two games out. I never would have imagined that the arcade Monster Land would get a real, English releases. It still feels like a dream to me (yes, I’m THAT obsessed with the game, LOL).
Posted by Leroy (PixyJunket) on May 13th, 2011 at 5:10 am
Comment # 18
I really hope you can convince MS that these games need to show up on XBLA. It’d be a shame if you won’t (or can’t) continue the Vintage Collection on XBLA, since the first two editions were already released on the 360 and AFAIK sold considerably well. What about releasing all of them in one pack (at a higher price)? That’s wat Warner is doing with the MK Collection!?
Posted by Segata on May 13th, 2011 at 6:23 am
Comment # 19
No PC?
i’d love to see Wonder Boy in Monster Land on PC…
Posted by Aton on May 14th, 2011 at 9:46 am
Comment # 20
Please bring it to XBLA!
Posted by Martin on May 16th, 2011 at 8:26 am
Comment # 21
These games must come to the XBLA. Please make it so!
Posted by Bonner Bursche on May 18th, 2011 at 12:14 pm
Comment # 22
This is what I say, please bring those games to XBLA! If as single releases or as a collection – I think most people wouldn’t care, as long as they will be released on the 360! Any news on this???
Posted by Blanko on May 19th, 2011 at 9:26 am
Comment # 23
@Leroy — sorry for the late response! We aren’t using any “bootlegged” version, this will all be localized for the West internally.
For those suggesting XBLA — we hear you, thank you for the comments!
Posted by Edward@Sega on May 19th, 2011 at 10:28 am
Comment # 24
What about Wonder Boy III: The Dragon’s Trap?
Posted by Fredrik on May 22nd, 2011 at 3:56 am
Comment # 25
@Edward@Sega, thank you for the response and that’s just incredible news. This is really an unprecedented move by Sega.. TWO games on decades old hardware being localized. Astounding! I promise to pick these up on any systems they are released for that I own, so that they’re always a click away. If you’re enjoying the XBLA requests, don’t forget that you have a nice Sega Collection on Steam as well.
“Get this sword and pill.” <- Opening text from the bootleg MBiML.
Posted by Leroy (PixyJunket) on May 25th, 2011 at 3:56 pm
Comment # 26
@Edward@Sega, I second #24 in asking, what about Wonder Boy III: Dragon’s Trap from the SMS? Many fans and critics consider it to have the best gameplay in the series, despite the obvious graphical deficiencies compared to the Genesis versions, and the allure of the Japan-only Monster World IV. I do not own a Wii (or a 360, for that matter).
Also want to second #2, I think many PlayStation 3-owning Sega fans would love to get a PSN release of Guardian Heroes, hopefully that’s just a timed exclusive on the XBLA…
Posted by Colin on May 30th, 2011 at 10:19 am
Comment # 27
Is there any news on these games coming to XBLA? Since Guardian Heroes is now also coming to PSN, I hope, that these MD- and arcade-classics are coming to XBLA, as well!!!
Posted by 100MegaShock on June 3rd, 2011 at 9:53 am
Comment # 28
Any news on XBLA releases?
Posted by Blarrock on August 25th, 2011 at 7:27 am
Comment # 29
Any news about the localised version for the Wii VC ? Can we expect a release date now that we are heading end of 2011 ?
Posted by Antony on September 30th, 2011 at 1:41 am
Comment # 30
Are we close enough now to get a release date on this?
Posted by Leroy (PixyJunket) on December 5th, 2011 at 4:56 am
Comment # 31
Cant wait for these to come never had a chance to play them on sega gen back in the day b/c i didnt have a way to get them back then i only have wonder boy in monster world and that has a huge crack in it good thing it works but if stops i got a wii version to back it up for now i hope these come out soon i dont care if its only on ps3 or not just to have a chance to play them is great on another note how about a sonic 3 release for ps3 its my favorite one in the old era of sonic and i would love to see sonic adventure 2 as well even if it takes a long time to work on.
Posted by sonicfan on February 21st, 2012 at 5:40 pm
Comment # 32
Still really, really looking forward to all of these, especially Monster World IV and Alex Kidd, though I’ll be buying all day 1. Any news of a release date for PSN yet?
Of course Sonic 3 and Sonic & Knuckles (with lock-on for the other Sonic games we’ve already bought?) are long overdue too
Posted by iloveyousega on March 15th, 2012 at 6:52 pm