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− | The [[Sega Dreamcast]]'s [[Visual Memory Unit]]s are an interesting peripheral, but as memory cards they have several flaws. The built in-screen made them comparitively more expensive than memory cards found on rival consoles such as the PlayStation, and because of its design, a VMU is limited to about 128kB (1Mb) of storage - 200 "blocks" in Dreamcast terms. | + | The [[Sega Dreamcast]]'s [[Visual Memory Unit]]s are an interesting peripheral, but as memory cards they have several flaws. The built in-screen made them comparitively more expensive than memory cards found on rival consoles such as the [[PlayStation]], and because of its design, a VMU is limited to about 128kB (1Mb) of storage - 200 "blocks" in Dreamcast terms. |
− | Considering the original PlayStation matched this storage space in 1994, and the [[PlayStation 2]] could offer a whopping 4MB (32 times more memory than a VMU) for less money, it was often considered a wiser idea to go down the third-party route, investing in memory cards which lack the VMU's exclusive features, but are significantly cheaper as a result. There are other reasons for this too - having a memory unit with a screen in the second controller port in a [[Controller | + | Considering the original PlayStation matched this storage space in 1994, and the [[PlayStation 2]] could offer a whopping 4MB (32 times more memory than a VMU) for less money, it was often considered a wiser idea to go down the third-party route, investing in memory cards which lack the VMU's exclusive features, but are significantly cheaper as a result. There are other reasons for this too - having a memory unit with a screen in the second controller port in a [[Dreamcast Controller|Dreamcast controller]] is a pointless exercise, as you'll not be able to see it, and cards without screens don't require their own batteries. |
− | Dozens of memory cards were produced for the Dreamcast, usually 128kB (1Mb; 200 blocks), 256kB (2Mb; 400 blocks) or 512kB (4Mb; 800 blocks) in size. For cards larger than 128kB there is usually a switch to toggle between blocks of 200. Sega later produced their own [[ | + | Dozens of memory cards were produced for the Dreamcast, usually 128kB (1Mb; 200 blocks), 256kB (2Mb; 400 blocks) or 512kB (4Mb; 800 blocks) in size. For cards larger than 128kB there is usually a switch to toggle between blocks of 200. Sega later produced their own [[4x Memory Card]] in response to these ideas but these were not as widely released. The most notable card is the [[Massive Memory Card Plus]], which contains 1MB (8Mb; 800 blocks) of save game storage. |
This page lists all of the memory cards we know about. It is likely incomplete. | This page lists all of the memory cards we know about. It is likely incomplete. | ||
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| brand=[[Pelican]] | | brand=[[Pelican]] | ||
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+ | | name=DC 4M Memory plus Transfer Cable | ||
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+ | |||
+ | ==References== | ||
+ | <references/> | ||
{{Dreamcast}} | {{Dreamcast}} | ||
[[Category:Dreamcast accessories]] | [[Category:Dreamcast accessories]] |
Latest revision as of 10:52, 20 July 2023
The Sega Dreamcast's Visual Memory Units are an interesting peripheral, but as memory cards they have several flaws. The built in-screen made them comparitively more expensive than memory cards found on rival consoles such as the PlayStation, and because of its design, a VMU is limited to about 128kB (1Mb) of storage - 200 "blocks" in Dreamcast terms.
Considering the original PlayStation matched this storage space in 1994, and the PlayStation 2 could offer a whopping 4MB (32 times more memory than a VMU) for less money, it was often considered a wiser idea to go down the third-party route, investing in memory cards which lack the VMU's exclusive features, but are significantly cheaper as a result. There are other reasons for this too - having a memory unit with a screen in the second controller port in a Dreamcast controller is a pointless exercise, as you'll not be able to see it, and cards without screens don't require their own batteries.
Dozens of memory cards were produced for the Dreamcast, usually 128kB (1Mb; 200 blocks), 256kB (2Mb; 400 blocks) or 512kB (4Mb; 800 blocks) in size. For cards larger than 128kB there is usually a switch to toggle between blocks of 200. Sega later produced their own 4x Memory Card in response to these ideas but these were not as widely released. The most notable card is the Massive Memory Card Plus, which contains 1MB (8Mb; 800 blocks) of save game storage.
This page lists all of the memory cards we know about. It is likely incomplete.
Box | Name | Brand | Date & Price | Images | Documentation |
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4 Mega (512kB; green) | 3A Games | (≥ 1999)
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4 Mega (512kB; blue) | 3A Games | (≥ 1999)
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Memory FX Card | 3D2 | (≥ 1999)
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4 Meg Memory FX Card (512kB) | 3D2 | (≥ 1999)
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Divide 4 (512kB) | Be Art | (≥ 1999)
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2 Meg (256kB) | Bigben Interactive | (≥ 1999)
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4 meg (transparent) | CCL | (≥ 1999)
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4 meg (purple) | CCL | (≥ 1999)
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DC Memory Card (128kB; blue) | Console Mate | (≥ 1999)
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1MB Memory Card (128kB) | Electronics Boutique | (≥ 1999)
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Nexus 4 Meg (512kB; clear) | EMS | (≥ 1999)
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Nexus 4 Meg (512kB; blue) | EMS | (≥ 1999)
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Nexus 4 Meg (512kB; purple) | EMS | (≥ 1999)
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Nexus 16 Meg (2MB; clear) | EMS | (≥ 1999)
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Nexus 16 Meg (2MB; blue) | EMS | (≥ 1999)
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1MB Memory Card (128kB) | GAME | ![]() |
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?? (512kB) | GAME | ![]() |
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?? | Games Depot Accessories | (≥ 1999)
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DC Memory 2 (256kB; blue) DCメモリーフォー2 |
Gametech | ![]() |
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DC Memory 2 (256kB; purple) DCメモリーフォー2 |
Gametech | ![]() |
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DC Memory 2 (256kB; black) DCメモリーフォー2 |
Gametech | ![]() |
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DC Memory 4 (512kB; clear blue) DCメモリーフォー4 |
Gametech | ![]() |
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DC Memory 4 (512kB; clear purple) DCメモリーフォー4 |
Gametech | ![]() |
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DC Memory 4 (512kB; smoke gray) DCメモリーフォー4 |
Gametech | ![]() |
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DC Memory 4 (512kB; black) DCメモリーフォー4 |
Gametech | ![]() |
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Memory Card (128kB) | Get into the Game | ![]() |
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Dream Card 4 Mega (512kB; red) | GK | (≥ 1999)
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Dream Card 4 Mega (512kB; blue) | GK | (≥ 1999)
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2 Mega (256kB; blue) | Innovation | (≥ 1999)
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4 Mega (512kB; orange) | Innovation | (≥ 1999)
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4 Meg Memory Card with PC Link | Innovation | (≥ 1999)
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4 Meg Memory Card with PC Link | Innovation | (≥ 1999)
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Memory Card (128kB) | Intec | (2001)
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1Mb Memory Card (128kB; black) | Joytech |
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1Mb Memory Card (128kB; orange) | Joytech |
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1Mb Memory Card (128kB; blue) | Joytech |
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4Mb Memory Card (512kB; black) | Joytech |
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4Mb Memory Card (512kB; orange) | Joytech |
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4Mb Memory Card (512kB; blue) | Joytech |
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2M Memory (256kB) 2Mメモリー |
Karat | ![]() |
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4M Memory (512kB) 4Mメモリー |
Karat | ![]() |
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Memory Unit (128kB) | Mad Catz | (≥ 1999)
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Memory Unit (512kB; red) | Mad Catz | (≥ 1999)
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Memory Unit (512kB; blue) | Mad Catz | (≥ 1999)
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Memory Unit (512kB; purple) | Mad Catz | (≥ 1999)
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Memory Card (256kB; clear) | Naki | (≥ 1999)
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Memory Card (256kB; clear orange) | Naki | (≥ 1999)
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Memory Card (256kB; clear blue) | Naki | (≥ 1999)
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Memory Card (128kB) 5375 |
Nuby | (2000)
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Memory Card (512kB) 5376 |
Nuby | (2000)
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Memory Card (512kB) | Nuby | (2000)
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Jumbo Memory Pack x2 (256kB; clear) | Nyko | (1999)
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Jumbo Memory Pack x2 (256kB; red) | Nyko | (≥ 2000)
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Jumbo Memory Pack x2 (256kB; yellow) | Nyko | (≥ 2000)
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Jumbo Memory Pack x2 (256kB; blue) | Nyko | (≥ 2000)
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Jumbo Memory Pack x2 (256kB; blue) | Nyko | (≥ 2000)
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4x Memory Card for DreamCast (512kB) | Old Skool | (≥ 2000)
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4 Meg Genuine DC Memory Card (512kB; clear) | Pelican | ![]() |
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4 Meg Genuine DC Memory Card (512kB; black) | Pelican | ![]() |
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4 Meg Genuine DC Memory Card (512kB; blue) | Pelican | ![]() |
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Memory Card (128kB) | Performance | ![]() |
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Memory Card (128kB) | Performance | (≥ 1999)
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Memory Card (128kB; Crystal Cloud) | Performance | (≥ 1999)
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Memory Card (128kB; Red Storm) | Performance | (≥ 1999)
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Memory Card (128kB; Green Mist) | Performance | (≥ 1999)
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Memory Card (128kB; Blue Sky) | Performance | (≥ 1999)
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Mega Memory Card (512kB) | Performance | (≥ 1999)
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Mega Memory Card (512kB; red) | Performance | (≥ 1999)
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Mega Memory Card (512kB; green) | Performance | (≥ 1999)
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4MB Memory Card (green) | Play-X | (≥ 1999)
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4MB Memory Card (blue) | Play-X | (≥ 1999)
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?? (512kB) | PowerTech | (≥ 1999)
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?? (512kB) | Simple Jet Technology | (≥ 1999)
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DC 2M Memory (256kB; white) | Skillz | (≥ 1999)
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DC 2M Memory (256kB; yellow) | Skillz | (≥ 1999)
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DC 2M Memory (256kB; green) | Skillz | (≥ 1999)
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DC 2M Memory (256kB; blue) | Skillz | (≥ 1999)
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DC 4M Memory plus Transfer Cable | Skillz | (≥ 1999)
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D.C 4 Mega (512kB) | Sniper | (≥ 1999)
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DC 2M | Speed Link | (≥ 1999)
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Dreamsaver (256kB; white) | Topmax | (2000)
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DC 2MB Memory (256kB; purple) | Topmax | (≥ 1999)
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DC 2MB Memory (256kB; black) | Topmax | (≥ 1999)
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Dream Card 1M | Topway | (≥ 1999)
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Dream Card 2M | Topway | (≥ 1999)
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Dream Card 4M | Topway | (≥ 1999)
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Memory Card (512kB) | Vortecx | (2000)
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2M DC Memory Card (red) | Xtreme | (≥ 1999)
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2M DC Memory Card (green) | Xtreme | (≥ 1999)
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2M DC Memory Card (blue) | Xtreme | (≥ 1999)
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4M DC Memory Card (red) | Xtreme | (≥ 1999)
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4M DC Memory Card (green) | Xtreme | (≥ 1999)
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Memory Card X2 | Yobo Gameware | (≥ 1999)
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Game Mak DC 2MB (256kB) | ?? | (≥ 1999)
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Game Mak DC 4MB (512kB; clear red) | ?? | (≥ 1999)
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Game Mak DC 4MB (512kB; green) | ?? | (≥ 1999)
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Game Mak DC 4MB (512kB; clear blue) | ?? | (≥ 1999)
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Game Mak DC 4MB (512kB; black) | ?? | (≥ 1999)
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DC-16 (2MB; black) | ?? | ![]() |
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4 Mega | ?? | (≥ 1999)
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DC Digital Memory Card | ?? | (≥ 1999)
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References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Dreamcast Monthly, "May 2000" (UK; 2000-04-13), page 13
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 Computer & Video Games, "August 2000" (UK; 2000-07-12), page 19
- ↑ http://karat-jp.com/products/dc/dc_2m/dc_2m.html (Wayback Machine: 2001-02-08 18:36)
- ↑ http://karat-jp.com/products/dc/dc_4m/dc_4m.html (Wayback Machine: 2001-04-28 08:02)
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 http://pelicanacc.com/search/display.php?platform=Dreamcast (Wayback Machine: 2000-11-19 09:29)
- ↑ http://www.interact-acc.com/console/dreamcast/p-20-316.shtml (Wayback Machine: 2000-07-09 06:31)
- ↑ Computer & Video Games, "October 2000" (UK; 2000-09-13), page 20