In an interview with Dengeki, games guru and Sonic Team chief Yuji Naka has spoken candidly about the future of the series on its new Nintendo platform.
Talking about the trial version of the game, Naka said, “The GameCube trial version will feature both offline and online play modes. Episode One will be available for online players, and players can also test the multiplayer mode offline. However, there's no single player offline mode available. We've also determined a 14" television is the smallest you can realistically use for the multiplayer mode.”
Then, when discussing the online status of PSO, Naka said, “Naturally we plan to include a bulletin board system for the GameCube trial version. Even though players can be harsh critics, their feedback is what helps mould the finished version. As for the broadband adapter and its release date, that's entirely up to Nintendo. We're confident players will enjoy the ease, speed and reliability of the dial-up play in the GameCube version."
The GameCube will be online soon! Yippee!
Expect hands-on coverage from E3.