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[[File:Dreamcast Fishing Rod.jpg|thumb|An image of the Dreamcast Fishing Rod accompanied by the game | [[File:Dreamcast Fishing Rod.jpg|thumb|An image of the Dreamcast Fishing Rod accompanied by the japanse release of the game Sega Bass Fishing.]] | ||
The '''Dreamcast Fishing Rod''' | The '''Dreamcast Fishing Rod''' or GetBass Fishing Controler Set A [HKT-8701], also known as the Tsuri Controller (つりコントローラ) in Japan, is a specialized gaming controller for the Sega Dreamcast console. Released on March 22, 2000, in Japan, it was priced at ¥5,800, equivalent to ¥6,280.9 when adjusted for inflation as of November 17th, 2023. This controller, fashioned in the shape of a fishing rod, was designed primarily for fishing games. It features a vibration monitor, sensor, and reel, providing a realistic and immersive fishing game experience. | ||
== | ==Use and Hardware== | ||
[[File:Dreamcast fishing rod buttons.png|left| | The Dreamcast Fishing Rod controller is compatible with multiple fishing games on the Sega Dreamcast, including Bass Rush Dream: EcoGear PowerWorm Championship (2000), Lake Masters Pro Dreamcast plus! (2000), Reel Fishing: Wild (2001), Sega Bass Fishing (1997), Sega Bass Fishing 2 (2001), and Sega Marine Fishing (2000). Additionally, it is compatible with non-fishing games like SoulCalibur (1999) and Virtua Tennis (1999). | ||
[[File:Dreamcast fishing rod buttons.png|left|thumb|A description of the buttons in the Dreamcast Fishing Rod controller.]] | |||
The controller mimics the design of a traditional fishing rod, only lacking a fishing line. It is equipped with standard Dreamcast buttons—A, B, X, Y, and Start—positioned around an [[Analog Thumb Pad]] that is centrally located for navigation and control, and a Reel Handle is situated on the right side of the device. |
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The Dreamcast Fishing Rod or GetBass Fishing Controler Set A [HKT-8701], also known as the Tsuri Controller (つりコントローラ) in Japan, is a specialized gaming controller for the Sega Dreamcast console. Released on March 22, 2000, in Japan, it was priced at ¥5,800, equivalent to ¥6,280.9 when adjusted for inflation as of November 17th, 2023. This controller, fashioned in the shape of a fishing rod, was designed primarily for fishing games. It features a vibration monitor, sensor, and reel, providing a realistic and immersive fishing game experience.
Use and Hardware
The Dreamcast Fishing Rod controller is compatible with multiple fishing games on the Sega Dreamcast, including Bass Rush Dream: EcoGear PowerWorm Championship (2000), Lake Masters Pro Dreamcast plus! (2000), Reel Fishing: Wild (2001), Sega Bass Fishing (1997), Sega Bass Fishing 2 (2001), and Sega Marine Fishing (2000). Additionally, it is compatible with non-fishing games like SoulCalibur (1999) and Virtua Tennis (1999).
![](/images/thumb/7/72/Dreamcast_fishing_rod_buttons.png/300px-Dreamcast_fishing_rod_buttons.png)
The controller mimics the design of a traditional fishing rod, only lacking a fishing line. It is equipped with standard Dreamcast buttons—A, B, X, Y, and Start—positioned around an Analog Thumb Pad that is centrally located for navigation and control, and a Reel Handle is situated on the right side of the device.