Following the reveal of Crazy Taxi: World Tour, a cool bit of news about the game was lost in the shuffle that I thought deserved its own news post. Crazy Taxi series creator Kenji Kanno has been revealed as helming the new game! Kanno joined Sega AM3 in 1993 and his works included Jurassic Park, Funky Head Boxers, Top Skater, and of course the Crazy Taxi series.
Back in 2015 we learned that SEGA Studios Australia had created artwork for a Crazy Taxi 4 pitch that had likely taken place years earlier. Just this week, with the announcement of Crazy Taxi: World Tour, a former SEGA Creative Assembly staffer who worked at the Brisbane, Australia offices from 2009-2010 revealed details of a Crazy Taxi: World Tour pitch that may have tied in with the previously revealed pitch art.
In all the excitement from this year’s Summer Games Fest and other new game showcases this June, you might remember an announcement being made that two new Cuphead games were in development by the creators of the award winning original game, Studio MDHR. The first is a new, hand-drawn adventure very much like the beloved original game, which is still a ways away in development as of this writing. The other game, which is clearly much closer to completion, is an 8-bit spin-off called Mighty Cuphead Adventure, but what might not be apparent right away is that this is a Master System game, not an NES game as many were quick to assume. (Pay close attention to the console and controllers in the above trailer.)
We could hardly believe it ourselves, but it’s true. Mighty Cuphead Adventure is coming soon as a game you can play on your Master System or anything else compatible with Master System games. It will also be available on modern consoles and PC as well, but the small team working on this at Studio MDHR is making it as a Master System game first and foremost in Assembly code. They’re also committing to an eventual physical cartridge release for original Master System consoles and compatible consoles.
Sounds pretty crazy, and the best part is that this was a longstanding dream for the Cuphead developers, which they never gave up on. To find out more, pour a cup of your favorite beverage and adventure on past the break to see what I mean.
Update 6/8: Kotaku has asked series creator and the lead of Crazy Taxi: World Tour what exact role AI played in the game’s development and this was his answer: “We used it as a reference. So our artists would pull up [and] generate some of their ideas and then they would look at that, you know, generated image and then they would draw the actual thing. So actual creators, everything from programming to assets, everything is made by an actual human. It’s only used as a reference for them to look at and then they would actually create the actual thing that would go into the game.”
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SEGA has officially announced the next entry in the Crazy Taxi franchise: Crazy Taxi: World Tour, coming in 2027 to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
The trailer (shown above) was revealed during this year’s Xbox Showcase, three years after the game was first announced back in 2023.
So, what do I think of the trailer and gameplay? Incredible. It looks amazing, and I can’t wait to play it.
So what’s the controversy? If you check the Steam page, there’s an AI Generated Content Disclosure at the bottom of the game’s description:
“At SEGA Corporation, we utilize generative AI as a support tool for developers, aiming to provide better content to our users and enable developers to focus more on creative tasks.
We have used such generative AI support tools during development of Crazy Taxi: World Tour. No AI was used in reference to the performers in the game”
This disclaimer has caused a huge uproar within the anti-AI community and it’s a complex issue. Some point out that these tools are used to speed up repetitive coding tasks, and as you can read here, SEGA has been fairly open about not using AI to replace creatives, including voice actors and artists.
But how do you all feel about it?
Today, during the Summer Game Fest 2026 livestream and in celebration of Sonic’s 35th Anniversary, SEGA offered a sneak peek for what’s to come with Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds featuring a brand-new Year 2 update, as well as a new licensed indie game, SONIC PICO PARK, coming in 2026!
Check out full details from the press release below!
During today’s Summer Games Fest Showcase, SEGA and RGG Studio revealed VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS, which is set to release in 2027.
Along with the announcement, SEGA and RGG Studio revealed a dedicated showcase, giving an extended look into the upcoming title, including the new story mode, the dynamic new battle system that delivers the hard-hitting realism the series is known for, and important details about the key writing talent behind this bold venture.
Check out more detailed information and screenshots of VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS from the official press release for the showcase below.
During today’s Summer Game Fest showcase, SEGA of America and Ryu Go Gotaku Studios premiered a new trailer for the highly anticipated action-adventure, STRANGER THAN HEAVEN.
The trailer, presented by Snoop Dogg, who voices Orpheus, showcased the game’s new cast additions, including legendary rapper and actor Tupac, and revealed the title will launch on January 17, 2027, for Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and will be available day one with Xbox Game Pass.
STRANGER THAN HEAVEN will release on January 17, 2026, on Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and will be available day one with Xbox Game Pass. The game is available to waitlist across platforms. Hit the jump for the full press release!
The RGG Studio Developer Sale is now live on Steam, giving fans the chance to save up to 75% off critically acclaimed titles from the Yakuza, Like a Dragon, and Virtua Fighter franchises.
The deals include the deepest discounts yet on titles including Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (75% off), Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut (40% off), and Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage (up to 50% off). A featured list of sales is below, and the full list is available on Steam.
The sale is launching alongside a new comedic live-action video featuring content creator ProZD, reprising his role to urgently inform a friend about the available deals while dressed as some of the series’ iconic characters. Some featured titles on sale include:
According to Variety, the upcoming Streets of Rage film adaptation from Lionsgate is still moving forward, and it has now assembled a new creative team. According to reports, Sonic the Hedgehog film writers Pat Casey and Josh Miller have joined the project as the movie’s new screenwriters, while acclaimed filmmaker Jeymes Samuel (The Harder They Fall, The Book of Clarence) has signed on to direct.
The project was originally announced in 2022 when Lionsgate acquired the rights to adapt SEGA’s legendary beat-’em-up franchise. At the time, John Wick creator Derek Kolstad was attached to write the screenplay. While Kolstad exited the project, Casey and Miller have now taken over writing duties for the latest draft.
While plot details remain under wraps, the adaptation is said to lean heavily into the elements that made the original games so memorable, including the series’ iconic cast of characters, pulse-pounding electronic soundtracks, and classic side-scrolling beat-’em-up action.
Find out more about the upcoming film by hitting the jump!
On this SEGA Talk, we celebrate 30 years of Sonic the Fighters with a look back at the AM2 developed arcade classic that threw Virtua Fighter, Fighting Vipers and Sonic the Hedgehog into a blender! How did this oddball title come to be? What legacy has left on the Sonic series? Which fighter is our spirit animal? Find out on this episode of SEGA Talk!
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New Sakura Wars returns with a brand-new stage performance to celebrate Sakura Wars 30th anniversary titled “Shin Sakura Taisen the Stage: Seiden TSURUGI” (translated as “Shin Sakura Wars the Stage: Seiden TSURUGI“) with a promotional trailer announcing its performances at Theater Sun-mall in Shinjuku, Japan from September 18 to September 27, 2026.
This production will feature an original Another Story script set in the mystical city of Kyoto, marking a return to the stage 5 years after the 30th-anniversary milestone of the Sakura Wars series. The promotional trailer also showcases the new theme song, “Makoto no Tsurugi” (The Sword of Sincerity), composed by Kohei Tanaka, known for his work on Sakura Wars since the very beginning.
The play is directed by Tomoharu Suzuki and features a new ensemble cast, including Yuna Sekine as Sakura Amamiya and Yuri Ota as Asagi Todo. Every performance will include a live music segment and a post-show farewell event for the audience. Tickets are priced at 11,000 yen, and the first official HP lottery for tickets is open from May 29, 2026, to June 15, 2026.
If you’re planning to visit Japan around this time to check out the new Sakura Wars stage performance, let us know in the comments below!
Today, SEGA officially released the free Puyo Puyo content for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds! Players can now speed around the track as Arle. Starting tomorrow, Thursday, May 28 at 8:00 PM ET and until Sunday, May 31 7:59 PM ET fans can jump in and earn festival points for decals, gadgets and more! The free Puyo Puyo Content Drop includes the following:
Players who own either the Standard (physical or digital) or Digital Deluxe versions of the game will automatically receive the free Puyo Puyo Content Drop. Please ensure that the game is updated to the latest version for the content to be downloaded properly.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is available now both digitally and physically on PlayStation®5 (PS5®), PlayStation®4 (PS4®), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC starting at $69.99 USD and on Nintendo Switch™, Nintendo Switch™- OLED Model, Nintendo Switch™ Lite starting at $59.99 USD. The Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is also available digitally and physically for players at $69.99 USD.
As a part of the year-long celebration of Sonic’s 35th anniversary, SEGA announced Sonic Live In Concert. Featuring iconic moments and music from the very first game in 1991 through today, the tour will debut in the US at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood on September 26, 2026, before making its European premiere at London’s Eventim Apollo on September 30.
Sonic Live In Concert will feature the most recognizable music from the Sonic universe, performed by a live ensemble alongside rock musicians, vocalists and electronic elements. The US tour will visit more than 30 cities nationwide, and a UK tour will follow in February 2027. Tickets will go on sale May 29, 2026, with pre-sale tickets going on sale on May 28, 2026.
You can find the performance schedule and more details in the press release below.
To my surprise, a Limited Run Games item I pre-ordered months ago shipped and it was something I was very excited to get my hands on. Sold for $34.99 back in August 2025, the Jet Set Radio Pots plush was a stuffed version of the GG’s pet pup! Check out the unboxing video above for a quick look and comparison to the promoted version and the in-game model!
It’s Season 5, Episode 27 and we’re taking a few weeks off… we’ll be back sometime around June 23rd, probably. In this very special episode, Altsynth returns to discuss the new crossover in Sonic Rumble, and dole out awards for “The Halvsies” — our first semi-annual mid-season awards of 2026. And, in the end, we finally reveal the shocking truth of Chili Dogs behind the Tasty Freeze!