Billy Hatcher arrives on GameCube

Sega of America has today announced the North American release of Billy Hatcher and the Giant Egg. The game, which was developed by Yuji Naka and Sonic Team, is a GameCube-exclusive platform game in which players assume the role of a young boy on a mission to save the world from the evil Crow King.

"Yuji Naka and Sonic Team has once again created a groundbreaking gaming experience filled with colorful worlds and one-of-a-kind characters," said Shinobu Toyoda, executive vice president of Sega of America. "Billy Hatcher's offbeat and engaging gameplay offers something for gamers of all ages this fall and into the holiday season."

For more information on Billy Hatcher and the Giant Egg, check out our previous coverage of the game.