Sonic Team's first original GameCube platformer rolls into stores.
SEGA ROLLS OUT "BILLY HATCHER AND THE GIANT EGG" FROM THE CREATOR OF SONIC
THE HEDGEHOG
Game Offers Innovative Take on Platform Action Following the Exploits of a
Boy in a Rooster Suit
SAN FRANCISCO - (September 23, 2003) - SEGA(R) of America, Inc. today
announced the release of "Billy Hatcher and the Giant Egg(TM)," a new
platform game exclusively for the Nintendo GameCube(TM). Developed by the
creator of SEGA's world-famous Sonic The Hedgehog(TM) series, "Billy Hatcher
and the Giant Egg" challenges players to solve puzzles, complete missions
and defeat powerful bosses throughout massive, fantastical environments with
the help of magical eggs.
The first all-new platform character from Yuji Naka and Sonicteam(TM) since
the SEGA Saturn(TM) era, "Billy Hatcher and the Giant Egg" is the story of a
young boy on a mission to save the world from the clutches of the evil Crow
King who threatens to rule with an everlasting night. Gamers must learn to
harness the powers of a legendary rooster suit and control magical eggs to
restore light to the land.
"Yuji Naka and Sonicteam has once again created a groundbreaking gaming
experience filled with colorful worlds and one-of-a-kind characters," said
Shinobu Toyoda, Executive Vice President, SEGA of America, Inc. "Billy
Hatcher's offbeat and engaging gameplay offers something for gamers of all
ages this fall and into the holiday season."
A vibrant, new spin on the traditional platformer, "Billy Hatcher and the
Giant Egg" challenges gamers to solve puzzles, fight enemies, and ultimately
hatch magical creatures that enhance their abilities. Players will find the
fast action and unique elements that they expect from Sonicteam titles as
they explore themed, mystical environments on their quest to save the
kingdom of Morningland. The adventure also includes hidden characters, and a
four-player split-screen feature with cooperative and competitive gameplay
modes.
"Billy Hatcher and the Giant Egg" is rated "E" for Everyone and is available
at retailers nationwide for an MSRP of $39.95.