Press release: 2000-05-11: Sega.com Unveils the First Ever Online Console Games Line-Up at E3; The Only Online Games Available in 2000

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E3Expo 2000

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 11, 2000

Today at the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), Sega.com(TM), a new online interactive entertainment company whose goal is to become the definitive online destination for gamers, showcased 16 new online titles for the 128-bit, Internet-ready Sega(R) Dreamcast(TM).

Sega is the only company to have an entire line-up of online console games ready for the holidays.

Soon after the September launch of SegaNet(TM), the only high-speed online console gaming network, gamers will not only be able to log on and chat with other players but, will be able to challenge players all over the United States to games such as "Quake III Arena(TM)," "Half Life(TM)," "Sega Sports(TM) NBA 2K1" and "Sega Sports NFL 2K1."

SegaNet offers a unique advantage to gamers with its high-speed connectivity, the lowest latency on the Net today, reliable customer support and access to all other areas of the web.

"SegaNet has created a community where gamers can go for the best overall online gaming experience," said Greg Chiemingo, vice president of marketing for Sega.com. "With the stellar list of games announced today, players will have a large selection of games to battle online against one another."

Sega.com has many advantages in the market: management with extensive online gaming experience in the PC space, a 2 million installed base of Sega Dreamcast hardware upon which to build, and an 18 month lead-time over the competition. SegaNet will provide the same plug-and- play experience that console gamers have come to expect, without all of the hassle of downloading and upgrading.

Show-goers can experience the following games online at SegaNet:



 -- "Alien Front(TM)" -- Sega

 -- "Black and White(TM)" -- Sega

 -- "Chu Chu Rocket(TM)" -- Sega

 -- "DC Bomber Man(TM)" -- Sega

 -- "Sierra Sports(TM)" -- Game Room

 -- "Kiss(R)Psycho Circus(R): The Nightmare Child(TM)" --
 Gathering of Developers

 -- "Magic The Gathering(TM)" -- Sega

 -- "Sega Sports NBA 2K1" -- Sega

 -- "SegaSports NFL 2K1" -- Sega

 -- "PBA Tour Bowling(TM)" -- Bethesda

 -- "POD 2(TM)" -- UbiSoft

 -- "4X4 Evolution(TM)" -- Gathering of Developers

 -- "Phantasy Star Online(TM)" -- Sega

 -- "Quake III Arena" -- Sega

 -- "Railroad Tycoon II(TM)" -- Gathering of Developers

 -- "Worms Armageddon(TM)" -- Sega



About SegaNet

Sega.com, Inc. is a new online entertainment company whose goal is to become the online destination for gamers. Sega.com integrates SegaNet, the only high-speed online console gaming network providing Dreamcast users with the ultimate in speed, reliability and content. SegaNet offers gamers the best in 3D multi-player games, chat, community, cheat codes, tournaments and content. SegaNet is also an ISP for Sega Dreamcast and PC users, offering gamers everything they need to know about gaming and other areas of interest that tie in with gaming including music, TV, community, movies, sports and e-commerce.

About Sega Dreamcast

The 128-bit Internet ready Sega Dreamcast is available in the U.S. with a built-in 56K modem, allowing for full Internet functionality via SegaNet, the only high-speed online console gaming network and ISP service for Sega Dreamcast and PC users. Sega Dreamcast currently has more than 80 titles available. The total Sega Dreamcast game library count will be more than 200 in the year 2000.

About Sega

Sega of America Dreamcast, Inc. is the arm of Tokyo-based Sega Enterprises, Ltd. responsible for the development, marketing and distribution of Sega videogame systems and videogames in the Americas. Sega Enterprises, Ltd. is a nearly $2.5 billion company recognized as the industry leader in interactive digital entertainment media, offering interactive entertainment experiences both inside and outside the home. Sega of America's World Wide Web site is located at www.sega.com.

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