Megumi Rescue

Megumi Rescue is a two-player ball and paddle game released by Sega in 1987, developed by Exa. Players control paddles at the bottom of the screen, attempting to bounce a ball upward while avoiding obstacles and rescuing characters named Megumi. The gameplay combines elements of traditional ball and paddle mechanics with a "jump and touch" component, requiring players to strategically position their paddles and potentially interact directly with onscreen elements. This game runs on Sega's System E hardware platform. Though demonstrated at a trade show, it was never distributed as an arcade title; however, a version has since been developed for the Sega Master System console. The existence of Megumi Rescue highlights a fascinating footnote in video game history – a promising concept that remained largely unseen by arcade audiences until its later adaptation on a home system.