Rumor: Leaked Sega Document Hints At PS3 Plans - Dreamcast Games For PSN And More
Somebody at Sega is probably going to get fired. A planning document from an August 5 meeting appeared on Sega's PR site early this morning detailing many of the company's plans for its games on PS3. A Neogaf user came across the document and posted the download link for all to see. The link has since been shut down. Thankfully, the entire document was also posted on the forum, so even without the download link we can still see what some of Sega's internal plans may be.
I'll break down some of the points I found particularly interesting.
- The PS3 motion controller is expected to launch in March 2010 in Japan, with Sega looking into games for the device such as Virtua Tennis.
- Sega may be planning a Bayonetta demo around Christmas as well as a collector's edition that includes an action figure.
- A Japanese import section could be added to PSN, with Sega looking at Yakuza as a likely candidate.
- A Sonic Anniversary game (for $99!) that would be a "Best of Sonic" collection. The PS3 version could include exclusive power-ups and game modes.
- PS2 games to be released on PSN through emulation (this point is marked with the word "confidential." Oops).
- Sega is providing Sony with a list of Dreamcast titles. Sony can choose which they are interested in having PSN exclusivity (it is noted that this is only in terms of limited exclusivity).
While I would be very excited about Dreamcast games on PSN and a PSN import section, I am quite wary of a $99 Sonic Anniversary collection. Honestly, what could they possibly do to make that price worthwhile when you look at all of the much cheaper Sonic collections already on the market?
There was one detail in the document that seemed suspect, and may bring into question the validity of the document. When mentioning Sonic and Sega All-Star Racing the document says, "Open to DLC to differentiate PS3 SKU - not ratchet and clank but other characters. maybe characters from Rare or Fable universes." Last time I checked those were Microsoft owned, so either someone at Sega is getting their notes mixed up, or someone planned an elaborate hoax and threw in a detail to show that it was all made up.
What do you think? Is this document the real deal, or utter BS? Everything on the list (with the exception of Rare and Fable characters on PS3) seems plausible enough that I'm still inclined to believe it. Check after the jump for the full document and see for yourself.
SCEA Meeting Aug 5th Notes Aug 6 2009 - DRAFT FOR COMMENTSObjectives of Meeting
Dyer agreed to regular quarterly meetings with SOASony PS3
SCEA reiterated plans to sell 13 million PS3s this year
Big announcement back half of year they can't talk about (potentially price cut of PS3 to reach hardware goals)
SCEA commented on indexing between PS3 and 360 SKUs, should be around 2:1 to garner most favorable treatment.Motion Controller
Spring 2010 launch (March in JP)
No bundle/pricing details yet, should come Sept 1
Plan on selling 4-5MM units WW
SCEA agreed to provide a list of Sega IP that would work well with the motion controller, Virtua Tennis was an example
Motion Controller support allows easy way to differentiate PS3 SKU
Other differentiation opportunities include PSP/PS3 interoperability - think of features that would make users want to buy both PS3 and PSP SKUs.Alpha Protocol
Michael Foster, product evaluator, said AP felt barely RPG. Initial level too challenging for players. "Mass Effect felt more RPG."
Review notes sent to John Merlino a few weeks prior. After meeting Gerald mentioned AP is a high priority for his team.Planet 51
Sell in of PS3 SKU - SCEA noted that other movie titles on PS3 had underperformed as well (inc. Transformers) this cycle.
Dyer suggests contacting Susan at Walmart and asking what she wants in the pack to sell this SKU (movie tix etc)
Other possibilities are Hybrid movie disc (BD 25 or 50 with Game and Movie on same disc).Bayonetta
Collectors edition with Bayonetta Action Figure
Novo recommended launching PSN demo around Xmas based off a Jan 5th Ship date with 2-3 week run out to launch.
3-4 weeks is usually ideal demo timing with fresh content every week leading up to launch (trailers, insider video about PG heritage, video blogs).Vancouver 2010
HOME, Olympic destination would garner a lot of positive attention from SCEA
Should be doing same with Bayonetta, Marvel etc. Easy to launch in all territories.
HOME merchandizing opportunities (clothes etc).Sonic Racing
Open to DLC to differentiate PS3 SKU - not ratchet and clank but other characters
maybe characters from Rare or Fable universesYakuza
Could put Japanese games directly on PSN for download in a special Japanese Import section (pricing $9.99 to $39.99 for full game).
Might need to localize menus at least with subtitles.
SCEA interested in helping on MKTG side if they can have period of exclusivity.AVP
Another great HOME candidate
AVP avatars
Hybrid BD disc with movieIron Man 2
Great candidate for HOME space - explore Tony Stark's lab etc.
Should have one for Marvel in general.PSU2
Could do bundle at GameStop with PSP 30-35K units on UMD, Go, or both.Valkyria 1937
Could bundle with PSP as well.Vanquish and Aliens: CM
Opportunity for PS3/PSP interoperability (see Eidos Batman, Army of Two, Assassin's Creed for good examples).
If we offer that SCEA would be really interested in having us at their booth next E3.Thor
SCEA would like a look at the code soon.Sonic Anniversary
Could put out collectors edition with all old sonic games on one BD disc.
"Best of Sonic" for around $99.
SCEA would love PSN exclusive power ups/different game modes (like Castlevania's flip it over/backwards)PS2 emulator for PS3 (confidential)
SCEA wants to sell all PS2 titles on PSN (GTA Vice City/Sonic/etc)
For co Marketing money show PS3 controller on TV ads - similar to EA Madden Spots, NCAA, etc...London Olympics
Perfect opportunity for Motion Controller integration.DC Digital Titles
If we provide a list of DC titles SCEA will let us know which ones they're interested in having exclusively.
If we give them a long period of exclusivity they'll give us more marketing support.PSP Titles
For SKU differentiation it's best to offer features that are slightly different from PS3 version.
Titles that are coming up on PSP are Assassin's Creed II, GTA China Wars, Resident Evil, Little Big Planet - all massive franchises.
SCEA has a specific PSP deck which they can send up with their hardware director for a chat.
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Posted to Hot Stuff, Video Games on 22 September 2009
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