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| name = RedSpotGames | logo = | type = Private | foundation = 2005 | defunct = 2013 | founder = Max Scharl | location = Munich, Germany | key_people = Adrian Loudero, Tobi Fuchs, | revenue = | num_employees = 5+ | industry = Video games | products = | owner = Max Scharl | homepage = www.redspotgames.com }} RedSpotGames (also written as redspotgames and abbreviated as rsg) was a video game publisher, distributor and promoter based in Munich, Germany. Established in 2005, the company is known for releasing new games for the long discontinued Sega Dreamcast video game system, and recently, they have also branched off publishing to digital services such as Xbox Live and WiiWare. HistoryEarly yearsDreamcast Petition (2002)Max Scharl, Co-founder of RedSpotGames launched "Dreamcast-Petition", an online initiative petitioning against the discontinuation of Sega Dreamcast software and GD-Rom production. Additionally direct mailing petitions were also organized to motivate 3rd Party developers such as G.Rev and Alfa System to port arcade games to Dreamcast. Border Down and Castle Shikigami 2 ports were a direct result of each petition respectively.[1] Feet of Fury (2003)In 2003, Scharl was involved with GOAT Store Publishing in the development of Feet of Fury. He has also been credited for promotion and marketing for the game in Europe. Scharl also attempted at having Feet of Fury distributed by Big Ben Interactive, who held the distribution rights of Dreamcast games in Europe.[2] In August 2003, Lik-sang sponsored a booth for DCP at Game Convention where DCP formally received an endorsement from Sega of Europe director Tina Sakowsky.[3][4] Dreamcast-SceneIn November 17, 2003, the website evolved into "Dreamcast-Scene" (abbreviated as DCS) and expanded its focus from petitions to include news reporting, downloads. The purpose behind the rebranding was to symbolize the unity of the programming scene, gamers and fans of the Dreamcast. It was also a precursor to Redspotgames as Max's initial plans were to establish DCS as a worldwide brand for publishing new Dreamcast hardware and software which was to be distributed by Lik-Sang.[5] In December 2004, DCS relaunched with a PMwiki formally establishing a public community driven knowledge base for Dreamcast.[6] Launching RedSpotGamesThe company was formally established in 2005 by Max Scharl along with a couple of friends with private investments.[7] In 2007, RedSpotGames published their first game for Dreamcast with a port of Neo-Geo game Last Hope.[8] Last Hope was given a modest print run of 2500 units, with 500 units being limited editions (bundled with vinyl style soundtrack CD, double jewel case and hand-written unit numbers). The limited edition sold out in five days after the preorder.[9] René Hellwig developer of Last Hope was not satisfied with the publishing of Last Hope and started his own independent video game publishing company.[10] Though, Redspotgames partnered with his company to distribute the games.[11] In 2008, the publisher released Puzzle Battles, an extended port of the GP2X game by Yuan Works. [12][13] Despite positive reviews the game was considered a commercial failure by the publisher.[14]In 09, September 2009, to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Dreamcast Redspotgames opened pre-orders for Rush Rush Rally Racing, a top-down 2D racing game developed by Senile Team.[15][16] Diversification (2009–2013)In 2009, the publisher expanded their scope by publishing Solar Struggle and Solar Struggle Survival on Xbox Live Indie Games as well as porting Rush Rush Rally Racing to WiiWare.[17][18] In anticipation of the release the publisher sponsored Formula BMW driver Lassi Halminen, who also became a spokesperson for the game.[19][20] On December 5, 2010, on a German TV show Neues, RedSpotGames announced continued support for the Sega Dreamcast in the form of Sturmwind, developed by Duranik.[21][22][23] A week later the trailer for the game was released on YouTube.[13] In March 2011, Redspotgames formally received an endorsement from Sega when Sturmwind was promoted by Fabian Döhla on a live stream by Destructoid.[24][25] On December 19, 2011, RedSpotGames announced that Sturmwind had been delayed indefinitely due to their disc pressing contractor filing for bankruptcy.[26] Sturmwind was eventually released in April 2013. Despite positive press Redspotgames attracted severe backlash due to the mismanagement of pre-orders and shipping.[27] Current status{{Original research section|date=May 2018}}During the distribution problems René Hellwig participated in the distribution of Sturmwind as several customers were unable to get the game directly from Redspotgames.[28] The last time Redspotgames website or social media platforms were updated in September 2013. It is unknown if the company is still in business. New German games have been published by Hucast Games. Associated developer Senile Team and Duranik have released new projects independent of Redspotgames. The company website although not updated since 2013 remains online. In mid 2016 the domain name expired. By October 2016 the domain had been converted into an unrelated gaming blog. Games published
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Here's A New Game|url=http://kotaku.com/5355311/happy-birthday-dreamcast-heres-a-new-game|accessdate=17 March 2016|publisher=Kotaku|date=9 September 2009}} 16. ^{{cite news|last1=Quiellen|first1=Dustin|title=Rush Rush Rally Racing Coming to Sega Dreamcast|url=http://www.1up.com/news/rush-rush-rally-racing-coming|accessdate=17 March 2016|publisher=1UP.com|date=9 September 2009}} 17. ^{{cite news|last1=Orland|first1=Kyle|title=Redspotgames looking to continue publishing for Dreamcast|url=http://www.joystiq.com/2010/08/21/redspotgames-looking-to-continue-publishing-for-dreamcast/|accessdate=10 March 2011|publisher=Joystiq|date=21 August 2010}} 18. ^{{cite news|last1=Flatley|first1=Joseph|title=Redspotgames has plans for further Dreamcast development|url=https://www.engadget.com/2010/08/22/redspotgames-has-plans-for-further-dreamcast-development/|accessdate=17 March 2016|publisher=Endgadget|date=22 August 2010}} 19. ^{{cite news|last1=Meli|first1=Gianluca|title=redspotgames startet Promoaktion für Rush Rush Rally Racing|url=http://nintendo-online.de/news/8661/redspotgames-startet-promoaktion-fuer-rush-rush-rally-racing|accessdate=22 March 2016|publisher=Nintendo Online Germany|date=9 August 2011}} 20. ^{{cite news|title=redspotgames sponsors Formula BMW Talent Cup race driver Lassi Halminen|url=http://www.redspotgames.com/redspotgames-sponsors-formula-bmw-talent-cup-race-driver-lassi-halminen/|accessdate=22 March 2016|publisher=Redspotgames|date=1 July 2011}} 21. ^{{cite news|last1=Totilo|first1=Stephen|title=On German TV, They've Unveiled A New Dreamcast Game|url=http://kotaku.com/5707356/on-german-tv-theyve-unveiled-a-new-dreamcast-game|accessdate=17 March 2016|publisher=Kotaku|date=6 December 2010}} 22. ^{{cite news|last1=Caoili|first1=Eric|title=Sturmwind: New Shoot'em Up Announced For Dreamcast|url=http://www.gamesetwatch.com/2010/12/sturmwind_new_shootem_up_annou.php|accessdate=17 March 2016|publisher=Game Set Watch|date=6 December 2010}} 23. ^{{cite news|last1=Raby|first1=Mark|title=German TV show reveals a new Dreamcast game|url=http://www.gamesradar.com/german-tv-show-reveals-a-new-dreamcast-game/|accessdate=17 March 2016|publisher=Games Radar|date=7 December 2010}} 24. ^{{cite news|last1=King|first1=Jason|title=Sega shows off Sturmwind Demo on Destructoid Live Stream|url=http://www.dreamcast-scene.com/news/soa-member-shows-off-sturmwind-demo-on-destructoid-live-stream/|accessdate=20 March 2016|issue=17 March 2011|publisher=Dreamcast-Scene}} 25. ^{{cite web|title=Live show: Sega plays Dreamcast Live on Mash Tactics|url=http://www.destructoid.com/sega-to-play-new-dreamcast-game-live-on-mash-tactics-196397.phtml|website=Destructoid|accessdate=20 March 2016}} 26. ^{{cite web |url=http://www.redspotgames.com/production-complications-sturmwind-is-about-to-be-delayed/ |title=Production complications: Sturmwind is about to be delayed |publisher=redspotgames |accessdate=December 19, 2011 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://archive.is/20130201031744/http://www.redspotgames.com/production-complications-sturmwind-is-about-to-be-delayed/ |archivedate=1 February 2013 |df=dmy-all }} 27. ^{{cite news|title=Update 2 05/22 Sturmwind Sold Out|url=http://www.dreamcast-scene.com/news/sturmwind-sold-out/|accessdate=17 March 2016|publisher=Dreamcast-Scene|date=22 May 2010}} 28. ^{{cite news|last1=Hellwig|first1=René|title=Sturmwind for Dreamcast now in Stock|url=https://www.facebook.com/hucastgames/posts/739799462703448|accessdate=20 March 2016|agency=Facebook|issue=29 October 2013|publisher=Hucast Games}} External links
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