Unreleased 32X games
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The following unreleased Sega 32X games were officially announced in some capacity but never saw a final release.
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Contents
- 1 32X-Treme
- 2 Adventures of Hollywood Spot, The
- 3 Alien Trilogy
- 4 Alone in the Dark 2 32X CD
- 5 Apache
- 6 Batman Forever
- 7 Casper
- 8 Castlevania: The Bloodletting
- 9 Clay Fighter 2
- 10 College Basketball
- 11 College Basketball's National Championship Hosted By Billy Parker
- 12 Converse City Ball Tour
- 13 Ecco The Dolphin
- 14 Golf
- 15 Hoops
- 16 Izzy's Quest for the Olympic Rings
- 17 Judge Dredd
- 18 Kingdom: Far Reaches
- 19 Midnight Raiders 32X CD
- 20 NBA Action '96
- 21 NFL Trivia Challenge
- 22 Power Rangers 32X CD
- 23 Primal Rage 32X CD
- 24 Prime Time NFL Football
- 25 Race Drivin'
- 26 Ratchet & Bolt
- 27 RayMan
- 28 Revolution X
- 29 Shadow Of Atlantis
- 30 Shell Shock
- 31 Soul Star X
- 32 Street Fighter: The Movie
- 33 Thunderhawk 2
- 34 Tom Cat Alley Deluxe
- 35 Virtua Hamster
- 36 Virtual Golf
- 37 VR Troopers
- 38 Wing War
32X-Treme
This game appears to be one that combines different extreme sports into new ones. Page 3 of the May 1995 issue of Sega Visions magazine featured an advertisement for the 32X, at the bottom of which was a list of upcoming games, including 32X-Treme by Sega themselves. On page 38 of the August 1995 issue of GamePro, there is a screen shot of the game, and the one-liner "Garage roller hockey, paintball snowboarding and more."
Adventures of Hollywood Spot, The
This was featured in the same May 1995 Sega Visions ad as the above game, and was being made by Virgin Interactive, who that same year did release Spot Goes to Hollywood for the Sega Mega Drive / Genesis.
Alien Trilogy
In the December 1994 issue of Game Players magazine, page 40 has a feature on the 32X. At the top of the page is a list of all expected titles that were "fairly definite for US release." Alien Trilogy is listed as being in development by Acclaim. The game was released for the Sega Saturn and Sony PlayStation.
Alone in the Dark 2 32X CD
This game, which did surface on the LG 3DO, is advertised on page 193 of December 1995's GamePro Magazine, under the 32X section. It was supposed to retail for $52. Also in December 1995, it was advertised on p. 256 of Electronic Gaming Monthly. In the March 1995 issue of GamePro, on page 144, there is a small article on the game, which features three screen shots and states a release date in the second quarter of 1995.
Apache
In the December 1994 issue of Game Players Magazine, on page 40 there is a feature on the 32X. At the top of the page is a list of all the expected titles that are "fairly definite for US release." Apache is listed, and said to be developed by Domark.
Batman Forever
In the June 1994 issue of Game Players magazine, page 18 has a section about upcoming releases. Batman Forever is listed as in development by Sega and MGM Grand Studios. On page 38 of the August 1995 issue of GamePro, this game is mentioned as an upcoming game that was seen at E3, and was being made by Acclaim. The latter company made the other versions of Batman Forever that were released, for various platforms including the Sega Mega Drive and Sega Game Gear. They also released Batman Forever: The Arcade Game on several platforms including the Sega Saturn.
Casper
Page 3 of the May 1995 issue of Sega Visions magazine has an advertisement for the 32X. At the bottom is a list of games, featuring Casper by Interplay. The game was also listed in the October 1995 issue of Game Players Magazine, under "Upcoming games" on page 37. It says it would have a Quarter 4 release and would also be released on the Sega Saturn, 3DO and Sony PlayStation. Versions were released for these platforms, as well as the SNES and Game Boy Color.
Castlevania: The Bloodletting
In the December 1994 issue of Game Players Magazine, on page 40 there is a feature on the 32X. At the top is a list of all titles that are "fairly definite for US release." Castlevania is listed here, as being made by Konami. The series did appear on Sega systems in the form of Castlevania: Bloodlines for the Sega Mega Drive, Akumajou Dracula X: Gekka no Yasoukyoku for the Sega Saturn. More info about the game can be found here or here.
Clay Fighter 2
This game is listed in an advertisement on page 193 of December 1995's of GamePro magazine under the 32X section, RRP $44. It is also listed in the December 1994 issue of Game Players on page 12 as an upcoming release due in February 1995, and developed by Interplay.
College Basketball
On page 65 of the October/November 1994 issue of Sega Visions magazine, there is an ad for the Sega 32X, and this game is listed as one that is coming out. On page 31 of the August 1994 issue of GamePro Magazine, there is a short sentence of upcoming games in 1995, this is one of them. This game is also listed in an advertisement on page 139 of the September 1995 issue of GamePro Magazine.
College Basketball's National Championship Hosted By Billy Parker
In the December 1994 issue of Game Players Magazine, on page 40 there is a feature on the 32X. At the top of the page there is a list of all the expected titles that are "fairly definite for US release." This is listed there. This could be the same title as College Basketball above, but this is the first time the title was used. Said to be made by Sega.
Converse City Ball Tour
On page 37 of the October 1995 issue of Game Player's Magazine, there is a section about games that are "In the Works." This is listed there. Supposed to be made by Virgin Entertainment and released in the last quarter of 1995. On page 121 on the July 1995 issue of GamePro, there is a small feature on this game. 4 screen shots are shown and a few sentence write up is offered. Supposed to have hand drawn animation and feature 3 on 3 play. Also supposed to be released for the Genesis, Saturn, SNES, Play Station and PC. No known version was released. Made by Virgin Interactive Entertainment.
Ecco The Dolphin
On page 31 of the August 1994 issue of GamePro Magazine there is a short sentence of upcoming games in 1995, this is one of them. In the December 1994 issue of Game Players Magazine, on page 40 there is a feature on the 32X. At the top of the page there is a list of all the expected titles that are "fairly definite for US release." Ecco is listed there and is said to be made by Sega.
Golf
In the December 1995 issue of Electronic Gaming Monthly, on page 256, there is an advertisement for games. This is listed under the 32X section.
Hoops
In the December 1994 issue of Game Players Magazine, on page 40 there is a feature on the 32X. At the top of the page there is a list of all the expected titles that are "fairly definite for US release." Hoops is listed there and is said to be made by Virgin Entertainment.
Izzy's Quest for the Olympic Rings
In the March 1995 issue of GamePro on page 147 there is a very brief look at this game. Two screenshots are shown (however, it does not say for what system they are for). The 32X version is supposed to be available in June of 1995.
Judge Dredd
In an E3 review in the August 1995 issue of GamePro, page 38, this game is said to have been announced. Supposed to be made by Acclaim.
Kingdom: Far Reaches
In the January 1995 issue of GamePro Magazine, on page 212, there is a small column about CapDisc/Capitol Multimedia being a new developer for the 32X. This is one of the games they were supposedly working on. It was to be an "RPG set in ancient times that features 33 minutes of animated adventure, 45 minutes of dialogue, and 40 minutes of sound and music."
Midnight Raiders 32X CD
In the August 1994 issue of GamePro Magazine, on page 31, there is a picture shown of Midnight Raider's 32X CD game. It is obviously an upgrade of the Sega CD game. Supposed to be "in the works for '95!" On page 7 of the February/March 1995 issue of Sega Visions, there is a very small picture of the box art for this game. It is covered up partially by that of Fahrenheit 32X CD but the name of the game and the side part can be seen. In the December 1994 issue of Game Players Magazine, on page 40 there is a feature on the 32X. At the top of the page there is a list of all the expected titles that are "fairly definite for US release." Midnight Raiders CD is listed there. Said to be made by Sega.
NBA Action '96
On page 37 of the October 1995 issue of Game Players Magazine, there is a list of games that are "In the Works." NBA Action '96 is listed here and is said to be made by Sega and would be released in Quarter 4.
NFL Trivia Challenge
In a small column in the January 1995 issue of GamePro magazine, on page 212, there is talk about a new developer for the 32X called CapDisc/Capitol Multimedia. One of the games they were supposed to be working on is NFL Football Trivia Challenge. The game is supposed to feature 1500 trivia questions and be narrated by Pat Summerall and Tom Brooksheir. Even though it doesn't say either way, it was likely to be a 32X CD game as that is what CapDisc/Capitol Multimedia is known for.
Power Rangers 32X CD
In the December 1995 issue of Electronic Gaming Monthly, on page 256, there is an advertisement for games. This is listed under the 32X section.
Primal Rage 32X CD
In the September 1995 issue of GamePro Magazine, on page 139 there is an advertisement for games. Under the 32X section this game is listed as "Primal Rage CD" Supposed to cost $58.
Prime Time NFL Football
On page 3 of the May, 1995 issue of Sega Visions Magazine, there is an advertisement for the 32X. At the bottom is a list of games that are up coming and this is one of them. Made by Sega. This game is listed in an advertisement on page 193 of the December 1995 issue of GamePro Magazine under the 32X Section and was selling for $66.
Race Drivin'
In the December 1994 issue of Game Players Magazine, on page 40 there is a feature on the 32X. At the top of the page there is a list of all the expected titles that are "fairly definite for US release." Race Drivin' is listed there and is said to be made by Sega.
Ratchet & Bolt
On page 3 of the May, 1995 issue of Sega Visions Magazine, there is an advertisement for the 32X. At the bottom is a list of games that are up coming and this is one of them. Made by Sega. This game is listed in an advertisement on page 193 of the December 1995 issue of GamePro Magazine under the 32X section and carried a $59 price tag. In an article about up coming games for the 32X in the August 1995 issue of GamePro, on page 38, there is one line about what this game is. It says "Rookie robot cops armed with 33 weapons."
RayMan
In the September 1995 issue of GamePro Magazine, on page 139, there is an advertisement for games. Under the 32X section, this game is listed for $58. This game is also listed in an advertisement on page 193 of the December 1995 issue of GamePro Magazine under the 32X section for $56.
Revolution X
In an E3 review in the August 1995 issue of GamePro, page 38, this game is said to have been announced. Supposed to be made by Acclaim. Game does make an appearance on many other systems including the Saturn, Genesis, PlayStation and SNES.
Shadow Of Atlantis
In the December 1994 issue of Game Players Magazine, on page 40 there is a feature on the 32X. At the top of the page there is a list of all the expected titles that are "fairly definite for US release." Shadow of Atlantis is listed there and is said to be made by Sega. It even features on the back of the PAL 32X unit's box.
Shell Shock
On page 147 of the March 1995 issue of GamePro Magazine, there is a small article about this game. Core Design was supposed to be developing it with a target release date of late 1995.
Soul Star X
This game is listed in an advertisement on page 193 of the December 1995 issue of GamePro Magazine under the 32X section and was selling for $52.
Street Fighter: The Movie
In the December 1994 issue of Game Players Magazine, on page 40 there is a feature on the 32X. At the top of the page there is a list of all the expected titles that are "fairly definite for US release." Street Fighter: The Movie is listed there. Exists on the Saturn.
Thunderhawk 2
On page 3 of the May, 1995 issue of Sega Visions Magazine, there is an advertisement for the 32X. At the bottom is a list of games that are up coming and this is one of them. Made by US Gold.
Tom Cat Alley Deluxe
On page 31 of the August 1994 issue of GamePro Magazine there is a short sentence of upcoming games in 1995; this is one of them.
Virtua Hamster
- Main Article: Virtua Hamster
On page 67 of the May, 1995 issue of Sega Visions Magazine, there is a two page spread of upcoming 32X games. This is listed there with several hand drawn sketches of what the game would look like. Says it was scheduled for a fall 1995 release. In the August 1995 issue of GamePro, on page 38, there is a one sentence synopsis of the game. "Meet Chip, the world's fastest skateboarding hamster." Supposed to be made by Sega.
Virtual Golf
On page 37 of the October 1995 issue of Game Player's Magazine, there is a section about games that are "In the Works." This is listed there. Supposed to be made by US Gold.
VR Troopers
On page 66 of the May 1995 issue of Sega Visions Magazine, there is a two page feature on upcoming 32X games. VR Troopers is listed here with a two paragraph write up. This game is also listed in an advertisement on page 139 of the September 1995 issue of GamePro Magazine.
Wing War
On page 20 of the December 1994 issue of Game Players Magazine, in the same paragraph as the Sonic game, there is one sentence at the end of theparagraph that reads, "You can also look for the arcade hit Wing War to come to the 32X in '95!" Nothing else is mentioned.