1UP writes: "Not to resurrect flamewars from 1993 or anything, but Nintendo's recent smashing success and previous financial windfalls (e.g., mascot-based party games) prove that the Marios and Pikachus and Links of this world are truly beloved characters.
In contrast, the recent implosion of the signature Sonic the Hedgehog universe and the "leave 'em on the shelf until most people have forgotten" approach to its other intellectual properties like Jet Set Radio, NiGHTS, and Space Channel 5 has left Sega's best-known characters in a state that's not quite beloved. More like beliked".
For Sega and Sonic the Hedgehog aficionados, Sega Superstars Tennis is a solid blend of simple sports action and glossy fan service.
SEGA Superstars Tennis will be released for the Mac on October 17th, Feral Interactive has today announced. Developed by Sumo Digital Ltd., published by SEGA for consoles and inspired by two decades of SEGA history, SEGA Superstars Tennis sees 16 fan-favourite characters serving up extreme arcade tennis.
Following news that Sega is planning on bringing 20 Dreamcast games to XBLA, and the possibility of Saturn games to follow, NowGamer went straight to Sega and asked them how they mastered the art of fan service.
