Product Overview
- Product Name: Ecco the Dolphin
- New or Used: Used
- In Case or Loose: In Case
- Overall Condition: Good
- Disc Condition: No scratches / Scratch free
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Sega CD Case Condition: Hinges intact / Has scratches / No cracks
(Condition of Long Box Case, Cardboard Box, etc.) - Notes:
Photos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.
What's Included
- Sega CD Game Disc: Yes
- Disc Count: 1
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Rear Tray Artwork: Yes
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Case Type: OEM/Original Long Box*
(Details on case type below in “Important Information”) - Foam Insert / Spacer: No
- Extras:
Game Description
Ecco the Dolphin for Sega CD elevates the beloved Genesis original into a gorgeous, CD-quality underwater odyssey. You guide Ecco, a brave bottlenose dolphin, through sprawling ocean environments—including shipwrecks, icebergs, and time-traveling caverns—as he seeks to rescue his pod from mysterious forces threatening the seas. With fluid animations, evocative wave sounds, and immersive FMV sequences, this version turns the ocean into a vivid, emotionally moving exploration of nature and mystery.
This isn’t just a remix—it’s a reimagination. The Sega CD version adds six new levels, richer visuals, and an all-new soundtrack that washes over the scene like a breath of fresh sea wind. Ecco still swims, sings, and solves environmental puzzles, but the added depth and cinematic flair of this enhanced edition make it a must-play for anyone seeking to experience a soulful aquatic adventure.
Gameplay Features
- Navigate through mesmerizing underwater environments, discovering hidden glyphs and ancient ruins
- Use echolocation to reveal hidden pathways, creatures, and environmental puzzles
- Engage in strategic interactions with marine life and battle alien enemies with speed and cunning
- Original six new levels exclusive to this version—including the ice cap, volcanic reef, and shipwreck stages
- Full-motion FMV cutscenes and Redbook audio strengthen immersion and narrative depth
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
The Sega CD edition of Ecco the Dolphin is widely regarded as the definitive version of the game. Composer Spencer Nilsen created an entirely new soundtrack specifically for the CD format, blending ambient synths and emotional melodies that gave the game a deeper, more contemplative tone. Many fans consider it one of the greatest soundtracks in Sega CD history.
Ecco’s unique concept, thoughtful tone, and mysterious sci-fi storyline were groundbreaking for its time—offering a mix of nature-based exploration and surreal time travel rarely seen in games of the era. The game's challenge level is legendary, and its Sega CD enhancements helped solidify its legacy as one of the most important and atmospheric titles on the platform.
Additional Details
- Variant: Long Box
- Genre: Action Adventure
- Year Released: 1992
- Publisher: Sega
- Developer: Novotrade
- ESRB Rating: E - Everyone
- UPC: 010086044089
- SKU: 13834
- Format: Sega CD game disc
- Platform: Sega CD video game system / console
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
Sega CD Game Disc Compatibility (NTSC Region)
This chart shows which systems support physical Sega CD game discs:
| System | Supports Sega CD Discs | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sega CD Model 1 | Yes | Front-loading unit designed to pair with Genesis Model 1. Supports all Sega CD discs. |
| Sega CD Model 2 | Yes | Top-loading unit compatible with Genesis Model 2 (and Model 1 via adapter). Supports all Sega CD discs. |
| JVC X’Eye | Yes | Licensed combo unit with built-in Genesis and Sega CD support. Fully compatible with Sega CD discs. |
| Sega CDX | Yes | Compact portable Genesis/Sega CD combo unit. Supports all Sega CD discs. |
| Pioneer LaserActive + PAC-S10 | Yes | Requires Sega PAC-S10 module. Supports Sega CD games, but system is rare and high-maintenance. |
| Polymega (Base Unit) | Yes | Plays Sega CD discs via built-in optical drive & emulation. Over 90% library compatibility. Performance may vary by title. |
Important Information
- Photos show the exact item for sale — we never use stock images for used games.
- Used discs are professionally resurfaced via our commercial-grade repair system to remove scratches.
- All used items are cleaned, tested, and 100% guaranteed to work.
- Backed by Retro Game Fan’s 60-day warranty.
* Note on Case Type: The “Case Type” listed above indicates the style of packaging included with this game.
- OEM / Original Long Box – Tall plastic clamshell case used for most retail Sega CD releases.
- OEM / Original Cardboard Box – Used on select late-release retail Sega CD titles.
- Aftermarket Long Box – Replacement case with similar shape/size, but not factory original.
- Generic CD/DVD Case – Used only when original-style cases are unavailable.
If the original case is damaged or missing, we may upgrade it with a clean aftermarket replacement. These may differ slightly in color, texture, dimensions, or materials from Sega’s OEM cases. Please refer to the item description and photos above to confirm the included case type.
Shipping Note: All Sega CD Long Box games (plastic or cardboard) automatically ship in a cardboard box for protection. We never ship Sega CD Long Box games in a bubble mailer.
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