E3 2008: Samba De Amigo to feature classic Sega characters

by Graham on July 16th, 2008

Sega has given us more details on this highly anticipated remake of the Dreamcast classic, plus some more screenshots.

One of the most intruiging pieces of news is that the game will feature special Sega-themed levels, with beloved characters from a variety of Sega titles. So that’s something nice for all Sega Nerds to get their teeth into. Also coming soon, will be two lovely trailers (as soon as they can go up on Youtube).

Also, with this latest batch of details, Sega has officially confirmed the rumours, and the game will feature downloadable tracks. Huzzah! But no mention of cost - if any.

Details and screens, after the break.

The Samba-inspired rhythm music game made popular in arcades and on the Dreamcast is shaking its way exclusively onto the Wii! Grab your friends and shake the Wii controllers like maracas to the beat in a variety of crazy environments full of zany characters and colorful single and multiplayer modes that keep the party going. With a lively Samba-infused soundtrack packed with over 40 songs and additional downloadable tunes - Samba De Amigo is perfect for gamers of all ages.

Features:

• The Samba-infused soundtrack features over 40 upbeat, festive favorites from the original game, plus many new tunes including some current pop favorites

• Fun for two players in both competitive and co-op multiplayer modes.

• Using the Wii’s online capabilities, download new songs to keep the beat going strong.

• Ability to play with either a Wii Remote and a Nunchuk or two Wii Remotes for untethered freedom.

• Multiple game modes including Career, Single-Player, Multiplayer, Training, and Records.

• Special modes expand gameplay with Quick Play, Classic, Battle, Survival, Hustle and Mini-Games.

• Special SEGA Levels include beloved characters from past SEGA games.

• High scores can be uploaded to global leaderboards and compared against all friendslist.

Screenshots

[Source: Sega PR]

12 opinions for E3 2008: Samba De Amigo to feature classic Sega characters

Ray Hargreaves
Jul 16, 2008 at 8:40 am

These screenshots are definitely doctored. Not only is the Wii incapable of producing these high-definition images, but the pixels aren’t even consistent within the screenshots themselves.
Graham
Jul 16, 2008 at 9:01 am

I dunno. I played the game recently - and it did look very pretty.
But I didn’t exactly stop and look at the finer details - as I was more concerned with hitting the notes, and strutting my funky stuff.

-If the images have been doctored, then Sega/Gearbox are being very naughty (we certainly didn’t do anything to them).
Then again Sony lies about their titles all the time - yet no one seems to complain.
DiGi Valentine
Jul 16, 2008 at 9:11 am

A NiGHTS level would SO work well with this.

Besides, i had a dream the other night where NiGHTS was dancing. IT’S A SIIIIGN!!

Yeah. Anyways. Moving on.
Graham
Jul 16, 2008 at 9:56 am

Correct me if I’m wrong - but I recall reading that “Dreams Dreams” from NiGHTS was in the game.

So it could very possibly have a NiGHTS level. :o)
DiGi Valentine
Jul 16, 2008 at 10:49 am

@Graham ….wah wah? For real? Haha! This is great news! The wife shall be pleased! Thanks for the tip off, man. ^_^
jopamine
Jul 16, 2008 at 11:29 am

I think the old DC vers had Dreams Dreams and Burning Angels

I wonder what kinda poses they could make if they used that new WiiMote Motion tracker.

Imagine realtime 1:1 movement recognition on both your arms… AND MARACAS!
nirniva
Jul 16, 2008 at 2:58 pm

Speculation time!
NiGHTS - The odds of NiGHTS having a level are probably the best out of any Sega franchise.
Splash Garden, perhaps?
(Side-note: OMG! DiGi Valentine! I remember you from the NiD forums I hung out at before Journey of Dreams came out!)
Space Channel 5: This HAS to happen. This. HAS. To. Happen. Amigo vs. Ulala maraca shakedown, anyone?
Alex Kidd: Wouldn’t hold my breath, but anything can happen…
Jet Set Radio: You know you want the Shibuya bus station as a level.
Chu Chu Rocket: Not gonna happen, but that won’t stop me from wanting it. A lot.
Shenmue: …Somehow, I find this doubtful.
Graham
Jul 16, 2008 at 4:21 pm

I could picture Ryo Hazuki shakin’ his booty to the funky beats ;o)
…or Lan Di :oD
DiGi Valentine
Jul 16, 2008 at 7:10 pm

@Nirniva - hey, long time no see. :)

As for NiGHTS to be featured in Samba De.
Well, TRiPPY drew a small comic back in the day of one her friends in a nightmare. This particular page, if you will - http://astrima.deviantart.com/art/Falling-Dreams-Pg-2-6506118
What’s funny about this is the Las Ketchup song was not used in the original version of Samba. When we watched the video of the latest Samba game we were quite shocked at the fact that the Las Ketchup song was now in the new version of the game. TRiPPY done that comic a really long time ago.

Strange that. First blue feathers on NiGHTS in JoD and now the Las Ketchup song in Samba.
….darling, i think Sega are stalking you again. *hides the wife*

I wonder how many Sega related levels there will be in this game. Imagine the possibilities. o.o
shadow1w2
Jul 16, 2008 at 7:49 pm

They need a Streets of Rage level with a remixed song of the beach level in SOR1
That would be awsome.

Samba De Amigo is looking better all the time.
Gamerschoice
Jul 16, 2008 at 8:22 pm

Me wantee. However, I also need to pay for the upcoming semester and those ridiculous gas prices.

Screw it. I need something to play on my Wii. Plus, what’s the point of owning one if you can’t entice college babes with it?
nirniva
Jul 17, 2008 at 10:19 am

@DiGi Valentine
It’s not Sega that’s stalking her. It’s the Las Ketchup song. The Las Ketchup song CONTROLS REALITY.
As for the Sega stages…I’m guessing we’re going to get about 3-5 themed stages, most likely Green Hill Zone (confirmed), a NiGHTS level (Splash Garden, Aqua Garden, or Spring Valley, probably, as they’re among the more iconic locations from the series), and something from Space Channel 5, a Super Monkey Ball (finally, a REAL answer to one of the great Sega Nerd arguments…”Who is the superior Sega monkey, AiAi or Amigo?”), and Jet Set Radio. I also fully support the inclusion of Evil Amigo as a playable character.

Oh, and my compliments to TRiPPY on the great artwork!

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