SEGA Announces 'Golden Axe' Coming To Next-Generation Consoles
The Legend Returns as a New Adventure, Re-imagined for the Next-Generation
SAN FRANCISCO & LONDON (May 10, 2006) --
SEGA® of America, Inc. and Sega® Europe Ltd. today announced
the long-anticipated return of Golden Axe, a fan
favorite since its original release in 1989. Developed
exclusively for the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment
system and the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment
system from Microsoft, Golden Axe marks the first project
from the recent acquisition of San Francisco-based studio,
Secret Level.
Golden Axe delivers action-RPG thrills as a small band of
Riders embark on an epic adventure to recruit allies, expose
the enemy and prevent the annihilation of their breed.
Delivering an intense and unique combat experience, players
charge into battle on the backs of ferocious beasts or take
their chances with the enemy while on foot. Fighting skill,
wits and even magic are all called into action as players
immerse themselves in the struggle to defeat an evil intent
on enslaving the remains of civilization.
"Golden Axe is one of our most treasured brands and is a
complete re-imagining of the story that will take gamers on
an unforgettable journey," said Scott A. Steinberg, Vice
President of Marketing, SEGA of America, Inc. "The vision we
have for the remake of Golden Axe is nothing short of
remarkable and it can only be realized on the PLAYSTATION 3
system and Xbox 360."
Golden Axe is slated for release in 2007. For more
information and assets for Golden Axe, please visit the SEGA
PR FTP site at http://segapr.segaamerica.com
About SEGA® of America, Inc.
SEGA® of America, Inc.
SEGA® of America, Inc. is the American Publishing arm of
Tokyo, Japan-based SEGA® Corporation, a worldwide leader in
interactive entertainment both inside and outside the home.
The company develops, publishes and distributes interactive
entertainment software products for a variety of hardware
platforms including PC, wireless devices, and those
manufactured by Nintendo, Microsoft and Sony Computer
Entertainment Inc. The SEGA® of America, Inc. Web site is
located at www.SEGA.com.
About SEGA® Europe Ltd.
SEGA® Europe Ltd. is the European Publishing arm of Tokyo,
Japan-based SEGA® Corporation, and a worldwide leader in
interactive entertainment both inside and outside the home.
The company develops, publishes and distributes interactive
entertainment software products for a variety of hardware
platforms including PC, wireless devices, and those
manufactured by Nintendo, Microsoft and Sony Computer
Entertainment Europe. The SEGA® Europe Ltd. Web site is
located at www.sega-europe.com.
About Secret Level
Secret Level, Inc., SEGA's first North American studio,
creates original game titles, tools, and technologies.
Located near AT&T Park in San Francisco, Secret Level has
steadily grown from its conception in 1999 and joined SEGA in
2006. Secret Level develops for both current and future
generation platforms, including Sony PlayStation®2, Microsoft
Xbox, PlayStation®3, Xbox 360, and the
PSP (PlayStation®Portable) system. Secret Level also
holds "Tools & Middleware" licenses from both Sony and
Microsoft. For more information about Secret Level or any
Secret Level product, please visit the company's Web site at
www.secretlevel.com.