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ASIN

B00000K2R4

Release date

September 9, 1999

Customer Reviews

3.9 812 ratings

3.9 out of 5 stars

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#16,718 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
#1 in Sega Dreamcast Consoles

Product Dimensions

17.2 x 13.3 x 7 inches; 5 Pounds

Type of item

Video Game

Rated

Everyone

Item model number

HKT-3020

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer

No

Item Weight

4.99 pounds

Manufacturer

Sega of America, Inc.

Date First Available

August 9, 1999

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Product Description

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The Dreamcast system is, in a word, awesome. Fire up Soul Calibur, and instantly you'll appreciate that the graphics and gameplay are even better than in the arcade version. And Sonic Adventure, with its light-speed gameplay, is sure to wow even the most jaded gamer.

It's amazing that such a small machine (it's about the size of your mouse pad) can deliver such incredible performance. Chalk it up to superior engineering. Dreamcast's only downside is that it comes with only one controller and a demo disc. In order to truly take advantage of Dreamcast's capabilities, we recommend outfitting the controller with a Jump Pack and a Visual Memory Unit. Getting one or more extra controllers is also a good idea, because some of the best Dreamcast games support up to four players at once.

Why it's so cool:

Ultramodern components: Custom-made video, audio, and processor technology blows away the Nintendo 64 and PlayStation and puts Dreamcast in the same league as PS2 and XBox.
Integrated modem: In another video-game first, Dreamcast comes with a 56K modem. Use your regular Internet service provider and the separately sold keyboard to access e-mail, shopping, and the World Wide Web. Not only can you upload high scores, participate in chat discussions, and download updates and enhancements for your games, but, through a membership to the SegaNet Internet service provider, you can play Quake III Arena, NFL 2K1, and other games against Dreamcast owners over the Internet.
The Visual Memory Unit (VMU): More than just a memory card, the VMU is a miniature portable game system that fits inside a controller--so its LCD screen is easily seen by you but hidden from your opponent.
All-in-one entertainment: It plays games. It plays audio CDs. It connects to the Internet and lets you browse the Web or e-mail friends. Our note to the cost-conscious: If you have a Dreamcast system, you just don't need a separate CD player or a separate computer. Dreamcast does it all, and does it well. --Mike Fehlauer

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3.9 out of 5

812 global ratings

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Customers like the performance and graphics of the video game. They say it works well, the games look great, and the graphics are pretty good. They appreciate the ease of use, quality, and value of the product. However, some customers have reported issues with the noise it makes when it reads discs. Opinions are mixed on the controller and condition.

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71 customers mention50 positive21 negative

Customers like the performance of the video game console. They mention that it functionally works very well, plays and runs fine, and is in good condition. Some say that the battery is completely gone, but it turns on and works fine otherwise. Some customers also mention that the internal battery works fine, the fan/lens function correctly, and plays games like a charm.

"...from Dec 1999 and the cmos battery is completely gone, turns on and works fine otherwise. If u know a little about electronics it's a easy fix...." Read more

"...It works great. If you can find one, (...) you get graphics and gameplay equal to a PS2 (I have a PS2, only the controls are different). (...)..." Read more

"...I did notice for some reason it wouldn't run one of my games but all of the others ran without any problems." Read more

"...Update: I recieved the Sega Dreamcast I ordered seems it works perfectly. My daughter seems I played it for hours...." Read more

58 customers mention49 positive9 negative

Customers like the quality of the video game software. They mention that it has tons of great games, fantastic adventure games, and homebrew games. They also say it's an extremely fun console despite its age, and that the games are easy to pick up and entertaining.

"...the Dreamcast amassed an admirable collection of classic and beloved games to build a strong library in it's short life that proudly endures today..." Read more

"...7. Blue Stinger: This was also a fun little launch DC game that was also the first next gen survival horror game a fun little B-movie romp...." Read more

"...The re-playability factor on most games is astounding, such as Soul Calibur with it's hundreds of weapons for your swordsman/woman." Read more

"...once you find the games you want for a decent price, the dreamcast is tons of fun and has a lot to offer. The graphics are pretty good...." Read more

16 customers mention13 positive3 negative

Customers find the game system easy to use. They say the graphics, music, and gameplay are amazing. Some say the console itself is almost flawless.

"...graphics and framerate higher than PS2 games, and the games are either dirt cheap at your local game shop..." Read more

"...The graphics, music, and gameplay are all amazing. Then I bought NFL2k1, which is the best football game I've ever played...." Read more

"...Bottom line: Great Games and Gameplay, Great Size (smaller than GameCube), Great Prices. (...)" Read more

"Nice Game Fun - Easy to Play - Overall Rating 3.9 Stars.Nice Game Fun - Easy to Play - Overall Rating 3.9 Stars...." Read more

12 customers mention10 positive2 negative

Customers like the value of the video game software. They say it's worth the money, has great games, and is still worth playing to this day.

"...Although, it is not expensive, you might end up spending a bit on games just to find out that you're really not that into it." Read more

"...I am so glad I got a dreamcast. For the price it is definitely worth it. Plus they have a wide variety of excellent games out...." Read more

"...line: Great Games and Gameplay, Great Size (smaller than GameCube), Great Prices. (...)" Read more

"...Games and accessories are cheap now. You won't regret it." Read more

10 customers mention10 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the graphics of the video game software. They mention that the games look great and the controller compliments the designs. Some appreciate the visual memory units that show images when you play the game.

"...Can play PSOBB on PC even to this day online and the graphics are great and has better interface then original with ep 2 and 4 as well...." Read more

"...The graphics are pretty good. I love that you can put music on it and can go on the internet (though I haven't tried)and the vmus are really awesome...." Read more

"...In the Dreamcast's favor is that it has gotten cheap...." Read more

"...It has visual memory units that would show images when you play the game and even showed vital signs in games such as Resident Evil Code Veronica..." Read more

32 customers mention22 positive10 negative

Customers are mixed about the condition of the video game software. Some mention it's in very good condition and works great, while others say that it was in poor condition and filthy when it arrived.

"...Sega's console is a rock solid and attractive unit that is pleasing to behold and was built to last a long time...." Read more

"...Shenmue: Considered one of the best games ever made, with graphics that hold up well even today..." Read more

"Console was in good condition as advertised. Controller was in less than good condition...." Read more

"...To put it all in one sentence: The Dreamcast was well-made and very original! A definite must-buy for any big gamer or collector!" Read more

11 customers mention7 positive4 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the controller. Some find it interesting, with better interface than the original. They say the graphics and gameplay are top notch. However, some customers report issues with the controllers, saying it's the wrong one or the joystick is wonky.

"...showcased the Dreamcasts impressive, jaw dropping, and drool worthy graphical capabilities, it was another launch title by Sega, `Chu Chu Rocket'..." Read more

"...even to this day online and the graphics are great and has better interface then original with ep 2 and 4 as well...." Read more

"...Triggers are in poor shape and the joystick is a little wonky, but ultimately works...." Read more

"...Kart the game is a true testament to the DC power the graphics and gameplay are all top notch...." Read more

9 customers mention0 positive9 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the noise the disc reader makes. They mention that it makes a weird noise every time it reads a disc.

"Its a nifty little console, however, it makes a really menacing grinding noise whenever its loading a disk, I'm not sure if that's normal because I..." Read more

"The cooling fan was rattling like crazy so I had to take it apart and blow all the crap off of the fan and after that the fan was running smoothly...." Read more

"...Sure the games are slow to load, and the reader is noisy as a car without a muffler, but the games are easy to pickup and entertaining...." Read more

"...(sometimes I have to flip mine upside down with certain discs), it's loud (really loud), library is too small." Read more

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D.Wyn

It's Still Thinking...

Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2009

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When I originally saw Sega's stellar Dreamcast in action, the day it launched on September 9, 1999, I remember thinking that console gaming had finally matured and arrived in grand style. Up to that point in time, no previous video game system had the polygonal pumping power or blazing speed of Sega's Dreamcast hardware to produce the spectacular and wondrous visuals that countless people around the globe had been enjoying for years in arcades. Though Nintendo's 64-bit behemoth, along with Sony's colossally popular Playstation were very admirable machines with extremely solid and respectable game libraries, neither came swaggering out of the corner, looking for a fight swinging as furiously, or packed a punch quite like Sega's powerful like the Dreamcast. It was a machine that was truly ahead of it's time and set a new qaulity standard in the industry that was hard to match. While classic, much lauded launch titles like `Soul Calibur', `Sonic Adventure', `Power Stone', `Crazy Taxi', `Hydro Thunder', `Marvel vs. Capcom: New Age of Heroes' and `NFL 2K' showcased the Dreamcasts impressive, jaw dropping, and drool worthy graphical capabilities, it was another launch title by Sega, `Chu Chu Rocket' that reminded the world what helped make the Dreamcast an important part of gaming history. Granted you had to subscribe to SegaNet to take advantage of this heralded feature, but now a person was not only able surf the World Wide Web with their Sega Dreamcast, using the included browser disc and integrated 56k modem, but could also play games online; a realm that was previously exclusive to P.C. gamers. Sega's console is a rock solid and attractive unit that is pleasing to behold and was built to last a long time. The Dreamcast controller is similarly well designed and assembled. It's comfortable to handle for numerous hours, making it a perfect for weekend long gaming marathons. The buttons are well laid out on the right side and colorful, opposite of the analog thumb stick, which is positioned above the D-pad, with index finger triggers on the underside. It also has two expansion slots to accommodate various accessories like `Visual Memory Units', a `Rumble Pack' or even a microphone. The only strange thing about the Dreamcast's controller is that the cord is connected at the bottom, but can conveniently be secured forward on the underside of the unit. The `Visual Memory Unit' resembles a miniaturized version of Nintendo's original Gameboy, with a monochrome LCD screen, positioned above the D-pad, which was next to the `Start', `Select' `A', and B' buttons. Not only could this little marvel save vital game data, but it could enhance the experince in numerous ways too. This could be a mini game, like `Pinta's Quest' on `Skies of Arcadia', raising a Chao in 'Sonic Adventure' or displaying play calls on Sega's awesome 2K sport games. Sega had a smash hit on its hands with the Dreamcast, but it wouldn't have been worth anything if there wasn't quality software that took advantage of the systems powerful, cutting edge hardware that was genuinely enjoyable to play. Luckily, the Dreamcast amassed an admirable collection of classic and beloved games to build a strong library in it's short life that proudly endures today; there is something for everyone. The previously mentioned titles are only a brief taste of the untold hours of fun and adventure that awaits the owner of a Sega Dreamcast. Other classic platters like: `Grandia II', `Jet Grind Radio', `Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver', `Phantasy Star Online', `Space Channel 5', `Shenmue' , `Metropolis Street Racer', `Virtual Tennis' and countless other great games are still waiting to be discovered on the Sega Dreamcast. Nearly a decade since it debuted in North America, it's still thinking, keeping a firm hold of gamer's hearts and imaginations.

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Mike G

Still worth playing to this day

Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2018

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Well the one i got is from Dec 1999 and the cmos battery is completely gone, turns on and works fine otherwise. If u know a little about electronics it's a easy fix. I already got the old one out, waiting 4 the new ML2340 battery to get here. And plz note people don't use cr2032 battery lol. The ml2340 is rechargeable the cr batteries Are not... as I've seen people in youtube mod a new battery in the dreamcast using a wired battery holder that's for Cr2032 batteries. Might not be a good thing in the future for those dreamcasts. Been grinding out phantasy star online...well offline lol lately. Forgot how fun that game was. VMU pack also needed new batteries but those are cheap. Takes 2 CR2032 battery. Was surprised i got it for 60 bucks and it's clean to. Doesn't even look 19 years old. Nor did the controller or VMU. I bought PSO used for about 25 bucks. That was with the original case artwork and manual. Only came with the original 56k modem but o well. Not looking to modding it in anyway to have get back online. Probably wouldn't be worth it. Got the pound adapter for it to convert it to HDMI. Needs a usb power supply that's hooked into the tv as well. Can play PSOBB on PC even to this day online and the graphics are great and has better interface then original with ep 2 and 4 as well. Just fun playing it solo on dreamcast haha. Got speed devils online to, wish i could play that online again. Been 18 years haha. I would say i got lucky with this console, besides the battery being dead..but hey i think all of them that exist still in the consoles have done died too so probably a common issue these days with the console.

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Kodi

Don’t purchase and expect what’s pictured.

Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2024

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Got a Dreamcast system wrapped in bubble wrap with one controller and wires. Nothing from the pictures are there. Misleading and more expensive then at all necessary.

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Levi Agnew

The Dreamcast SEGA's last and truly best console.

Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2011

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I'll never forget the day that I first got a Dreamcast, It was Christmas 1999 3 months after the console launched. My mom got it as a gift for all of us it was the console that got me really back into video games and it also became my favorite video game console ever. The DC was easily ahead of its time,it was the first console to have online gaming,128 bit graphics and it was also a true testament to SEGA and how truly great they once were. The reason I bought another DC last month was my original one was starting to show its age so when I got my tax's back I decided to get a brand new never been opened Dreamcast. Now what makes a console great you ask well the games and here's my 10 favorite DC games.

10.Looney Tunes Space Race: A great little racer that mix's elements from Jet Motto,Wipe Out and Mario Kart the game is a true testament to the DC power the graphics and gameplay are all top notch.

9.Crazy Taxi 1/2: Such a fun series to bad it never really took off after the DC died the first CT was a great launch game for the DC that drove sales and CT2 was a great send off for the console.

8. Record Of Lodoss War: ROLW was a big fan favorite for a lot of DC owners because it was there very own Diablo I remember my brother spending hours on it.

7. Blue Stinger: This was also a fun little launch DC game that was also the first next gen survival horror game a fun little B-movie romp.

6. Carrier : Easily a must have for any Resident Evil fan.

5. D2: The DC was full of fun little weird B-movie inspired Japanese games and this was one of them, at its core its a horro game in the vein of parasite eve but it also had a lot of adventure elements to it.

4. Resident Evil: Code Veronica I could not make a list of my favorite DC games with out having this little gem on here.

3.Shenmue: Shenmue will go down in history as being one of the most expensive games to develop, but it will also go down as being one of the most ground breaking games in the last 11 years.

2. Sonic Adventure this is one of Sonics last great games.

1. ILLBLEED: Hands down my favorite DC game.

The Dreamcast is a must own for any Sega fan and anyone that loves videogames.

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13Roses

Got this earlier than expected and it works great. It was exactly as advertised and even included ...

Reviewed in Canada on September 22, 2017

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Got this earlier than expected and it works great. It was exactly as advertised and even included a little surprise! I have a VERY HAPPY man (it was a gift for him). Thanks a bunch!

Aurélien Texier

Le visuel et le descriptif sont trompeurs

Reviewed in Canada on December 22, 2023

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Déjà le visuel est trompeur, il ne correspond pas du tout au descriptif.
Ensuite, il est écrit qu’il y a un manuel, un CD rom et d’autres choses dans la boîte, mais le colis ne contient que la console, une manette et des câbles.
C’est décevant de ne pas avoir ce qu’il y a dans le descriptif!

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