SEGA 3D Classics Collection - Nintendo 3DS
Bottom line: The SEGA 3D Classics Collection: Nine SEGA games on a single Nintendo 3DS game card; main trade-off: only two of the nine games support multiplayer.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Nine SEGA games on a single Nintendo 3DS game card
- ✓ Remade by M2 from the original code, not simple emulated ports
- ✓ Full stereoscopic 3D across arcade, Genesis and Master System titles
- ✓ Local wireless multiplayer in Puyo Puyo 2 and Altered Beast
- ✓ Four of the nine games are new to 3DS in this collection
Cons
- ✗ Only two of the nine games support multiplayer
- ✗ Fantasy Zone II appears twice, as 3D Fantasy Zone II W and the Master System original
- ✗ Two of the nine are 8-bit Master System bonus games
- ✗ Includes just one Sonic game, the original Sonic The Hedgehog
Manufacturer description
SEGA 3D Classics Collection puts nine SEGA arcade, Genesis and Master System games on one Nintendo 3DS game card, each rebuilt for stereoscopic 3D. These are not straight ports. Developer M2 took apart the original game code and reworked it to take full advantage of the 3DS hardware. The lineup covers several SEGA eras. Sonic The Hedgehog brings the Genesis platformer. Galaxy Force II, Thunder Blade and Power Drift deliver SEGA's sprite-scaling arcade shooters and racers. 3D Fantasy Zone II W is a reworked version of the colorful shoot-em-up. Puyo Puyo 2 and Altered Beast both support local…
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which games are included in SEGA 3D Classics Collection?
Nine games: Sonic The Hedgehog, Altered Beast, Galaxy Force II, Thunder Blade, 3D Fantasy Zone II W, Power Drift and Puyo Puyo 2, plus two bonus 3D Master System games, Maze Walker (aka Maze Hunter) and Fantasy Zone II.
Are these just emulated ports of the original SEGA games?
No. Developer M2 rebuilt each game by breaking down the original code and reworking it to take advantage of the Nintendo 3DS hardware, including full stereoscopic 3D.
Which games support multiplayer?
Altered Beast and Puyo Puyo 2 support local wireless multiplayer. The other seven games are single-player.
How is this different from the 3D Classics downloads on the eShop?
This is the first physical retail release of SEGA's 3D Classics series. It collects nine titles on one card, adds exclusive content, and includes four games that appear on 3DS for the first time.
What are the bonus Master System games?
The two bonus games are Maze Walker, known in some regions as Maze Hunter, and the original Master System Fantasy Zone II. Both are remastered in stereoscopic 3D like the main lineup.
Key Features
- Nine Games in One Fantastic Compilation
- Includes: Sonic The Hedgehog, Altered Beast (local wireless multiplayer), Galaxy Force II, Thunder Blade, 3D Fantasy Zone II W, Power Drift, Puyo Puyo 2 (local wireless multiplayer)
- Bonus 3D Sega Master System Games: Maze Walker (aka Maze Hunter), Fantasy Zone II
- Not just ported-remade in 3D: Developer M2 recreated the originals by breaking down the original game code and doing a major renovation to take full advantage of the Nintendo 3DS system's power.
Full Specifications
| Brand | SEGA |
|---|---|
| Rated | Everyone 10+ |
| Language | English |
| Department | All Ages |
| Connectivity | Wireless |
| Release date | April 26, 2016 |
| Type of item | Video Game |
| Connection Type | Wireless |
| Publication Date | April 26, 2016 |
| Computer Platform | Nintendo 3DS |
| Bonus 3D Sega Master System Games | Maze Walker (aka Maze Hunter), Fantasy Zone II |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00010086611205 |
| Compatible Video Game Console Models | Nintendo 2DS, Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 3DS XL, Nintendo DS, Nintendo DS Lite, Nintendo DSi, Nintendo DSi XL |
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