Product Overview
- Product Name: Novastorm
- New or Used: Used
- In Case or Loose: In Case
- Overall Condition: Good
- Disc Condition: Very Good, a few light scratches but plays great
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Sega CD Case Condition: Acceptable, has some moisture damage & has been re-stapled together. All text is readable. (see pics)
(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
Novastorm thrusts players into a futuristic battle for humanity’s survival, blending fast-paced rail shooter action with dazzling full-motion video. Piloting the Scavenger-class fighter, you’ll weave through chaotic enemy swarms, dodge environmental hazards, and unleash devastating firepower against a rogue artificial intelligence bent on annihilation. With pre-rendered CG backgrounds that pulse with color and detail, this game was a showcase title for what Sega CD could do in the early CD-ROM era.
Developed by Psygnosis, Novastorm offers a visual experience far beyond the cartridge norm of its time. Its relentless pace and arcade-style challenge make every stage feel like a sci-fi thrill ride. You’ll blast your way through enemy-infested corridors and outer-space gauntlets, all set to a booming electronic soundtrack that keeps your adrenaline high from start to finish.
Gameplay Features
- High-speed rail shooter gameplay with pre-rendered FMV environments
- Fight through multiple visually distinct zones from planetary surfaces to deep space
- Responsive ship controls and weapon upgrades for arcade-style action
- Immersive sci-fi soundtrack with digitized sound effects and voiceovers
- Cinematic presentation maximized for Sega CD hardware
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Novastorm was one of the last CD-based games released by Psygnosis for the Sega CD before shifting focus to PlayStation development. It served as a spiritual successor to their earlier title *Microcosm* and was often praised for pushing the limits of FMV shooter design. While its gameplay was sometimes overshadowed by its eye-catching visuals, *Novastorm* remains a cult favorite among collectors and a vivid example of 90s CD-ROM ambition.
Additional Details
- Variant: Long Box
- Genre: Shoot-em-up
- Year Released: 1994
- Publisher: Sony Imagesoft
- Developer: Psygnosis
- ESRB Rating: T - Teen
- UPC: 053203013315
- SKU: 14742
- 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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