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Short: The Death of Sega

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Sega's Evolution: From Hardware to IP

This chapter examines Sega's financial challenges and competitive struggles against rivals like PlayStation, culminating in its shift from hardware manufacturing to becoming a game publisher. It discusses the impact of the Dreamcast and the transition to mobile gaming, as well as the merger with Sammy and its ramifications on Sega's legacy. The narrative also highlights key decision-making moments and internal resistance that contributed to Sega's decline and the challenges faced by its iconic franchise, Sonic the Hedgehog.

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