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gideon
Jan 18, 2001, 07:09 PM
Ifurita writes, "As expected, the official US release date is confirmed to be January 30th. Following is Sega's official press release: "[i]"SEGA LAUNCHES FIRST ONLINE GLOBAL CONSOLE GAME
On January 30, 2001, Sega* of America will break all limitations of language and time with "Phantasy Star Online*." For the first time in videogame history, console gamers from around the world will join forces in this epic RPG to investigate the mysterious explosion on the planet Ragol. Created by world-renowned developer Yuji Naka of the Sonic Team, "Phantasy Star Online" utilizes a language converter and a special Internet clock to deliver a revolutionary experience where heroes around the world will seamlessly communicate and interact in real-time. So mark your calendars, because regardless of where you live or what language you speak, gamers worldwide will be teaming up in one location to solve the mystery of Phantasy Star Online.
If that's not a good enough reason to experience the most revolutionary installment of one of the most successful RPG franchises ever, gamers will be given a double-dose of Sonic Team's genius when they discover that "Phantasy Star Online" includes a demo of "Sonic Adventure* 2." This means that players will have a chance to experience Sonic's latest escapade months before the game hits the market.
WHAT: Yuji Naka's latest masterpiece - "Phantasy Star Online"- and "Sonic Adventure 2" demo
WHEN: January 30, 2001
WHERE: "Phantasy Star Online" will be available at www.sega.com and at retailers nationwide
WHY: This first console foray into an online universe is a must-have for Dreamcast owners and RPG fans!"