Amazon Maximum Age: 17 years Amazon Minimum Age: 96 months Binding: Video Game EAN: 0010086510195 ESRB Age Rating: Everyone Label: Sega Of America, Inc. Manufacturer: Sega Of America, Inc. Platform: Sega Dreamcast Publisher: Sega Of America, Inc. Sales Rank: 9936 Studio: Sega Of America, Inc.
Editorial Review: Sega Rally 2 is the sequel to an arcade game that made its home debut on the ill-fated Sega Saturn video game console. Despite the Saturn's demise, the original Sega Rally still holds a warm place in the heart of video game fanatics as one of the best arcade-style racing games ever created. Now the series follow-up hits the console system after a successful run in arcades. And with cars and tracks not found in the standup version, Sega Rally 2 fans should be very pleased with Sega's efforts to enhance the gameplay fun for the Dreamcast version. On the flip side, casual racing fans may find the difficulty level a bit too advanced for their tastes.
Sega Rally 2 favors more of an arcade-style fantasy physics model than its predecessor, but don't expect this game to be a Sunday drive. Those looking for an exciting romp behind the wheel will likely be disappointed after numerous sideline crashes and races end prematurely due to expired time. Purists and road jockeys weaned on the likes of Gran Turismo may be able to handle the challenge factor here, but casual arcade-style racing fans may find the race too hot to handle for long-term, frustration-free fun. --Jeff Young
Pros:
More replay value than the coin-op version of the game
Beautiful graphics
Cons:
Too hard to be fun for many arcade-style racing fans
Backgrounds tend to pop up dramatically when the horizon is not obscured by curvy road
Customer Reviews
Average Rating:
Rating: - The Greatest Rally Racing Game of Them All?
When I heard that Sega Rally Championship 2 was coming out for Dreaamcast, I knew I had to have it. Let's be honest. No one makes arcade racers like SEGA (except maybe Namco). So when one of their best arcade racers comes home loaded with extras, you know you're in for treat.
To tell you the truth, I almost traded this game in right after I purchased it. Why? The arcade mode was unforgiving, and really just repeats itself after the first time. I thought I had been cheated. And then I tried the 10 year championship mode.
My oh my. The championship mode on this game has got to be one the greatest racing experiences that can be had on a game console. You have two view modes, both of them PERFECT. You have car customization, but not the boring, confusing, time wasting sort that has become common nowadays. You have SEGA arcade-style music, which I happen to love. You fantastic slip-and-slide physics which make controling the cars a blast. You have TONS of different variations on the race tracks (every one of them a perfect example of AWESOME track design). And lastly, you have some of the most beautiful graphics in any racing game ever. Honestly, the first time I raced a track at sunset, I was OVERJOYED that I didn't get rid of this game when I considered doing it. The most beautiful graphics in any racing game can (in my humble opinion) be found in the original Wipeout, and this game.
The only downside to this game is the simple fact that it's too hard. I simply CANNOT get past the 9th year in the 10 year championship. And forget about 1st place in arcade mode unless you're superman. But perhaps that's part of what makes this game so great. You keep coming back for one more go, because it's so darn fun and so darn hard. Better that than hard and not fun (I'm talking to you Nintendo). For arcade racing fans this game is an absolute must.
Rating: - Terrific Game...
If you are a racing fan this is definitely the game for you! If you like racing but don't eat, sleep, or drink it then this is a must as you won't care about the details so much. THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST RALLY GAMES OUT THERE!! I haven't tried V-Rally yet but expect that it is just as good from all of the good reviews and seldom a critical one...
I would buy this if it was $25 but probably not more than that. ...
Rating: - Entertaining
Sega Rally 2 is perhaps the best racing game on the Dreamcast. So if you own the unit, and need a racing game, consider this one first. However, the game could have been made to be a little more enjoyable. First off, because this was a launch game, it could be expected that this would not be the racing game of all racing games. Considering this, its more amazing that such a game still ranks above others of its genre, such as Daytona USA, Sega GT, even Test Drive LeMans. However, the pressures for an on-time release most likely affected some aspects of the game.
Take for instance the arcade mode. To this day i can still not make it past the third level, there is just not enough time. The multiplayer mode is fun, and the replays are dazzling to perceive, however with only one mode it can get pretty boring, pretty fast. The ten year tournament is the real beef of the game, and my only complaint is that the races are a bit short. However the changing weather conditions and the various courses for each area ensure that each race is a new experience. Add to this the excitement of trying to finish first with the hope of unlocking new cars, and you've got great fun.
The cars, alhough there is quite a few, do show a lot of similarity in handling and speed, although some distinction is present which adds to the flavor of the game. The graphics are awesome and I find the vehicle modifications satisfactory. The handling becomes easier as you learn to control the cars. The music is on key, except for the lady singing opera in the snow levels. Its bearable though. Overall this game is a great value. If you buy it, don't stop until you beat it.
Rating: - Sega rally 2 kicks ass!
Sega Rally 2 kicks ass! I bought mine for $5 and you guys are selling it for $9.99! You guys are pathetic! But enough about that, Sega Rally 2 gives you the highest performance of Rally Racing. The best racing game in dreamcast is Tokyo Extreme Racer, but this is second best! The hard part is getting 1st in all races and beating each year! Thats what makes it so fun and exciting!
Rating: - This game was a blast
I bought this game not knowing what to expect. This game blew my expectations away. I love this game not only is it fun to race friends in the multi-player mode and beat them. But this game is great solo. You can unlock new and better cars, determined on the placing and scores you get. This game is by far one of the best rally games I've played. It was AWESOME.
- The Greatest Rally Racing Game of Them All?
