SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance Launches on Nintendo Switch 2 on Sept. 24, Pre-Orders Available

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Today, SEGA® of America and Lizardcube officially announced that the acclaimed 2D action platformer SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance™ will release on Nintendo Switch 2 on September 24, 2026, and will be available in both digital and physical editions. It is available for pre-order via Nintendo.

Created in collaboration with Lizardcube, SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance follows longtime series protagonist and master of the ninja arts, Joe Musashi, who arrives home from a previous adventure to find his village burned to the ground and his clan turned into stone. Driven by vengeance, Joe sets off on an epic quest, battling hordes of enemies and larger-than-life bosses across stunning hand-drawn worlds. Rife with multiple paths to discover or unlock and packed with smooth, satisfying gameplay, SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance will have players attacking and reacting on the move— and keep them coming back for more.

SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance on Nintendo Switch 2 will retail starting at $29.99 USD. It is also available as a digital Deluxe Edition as well as a physical Deluxe Edition (see product page for pricing and details). The Deluxe Editions include the SEGA Villains Stage DLC which pits Joe Musashi against three legendary SEGA foes: the evil genius Dr. Eggman (Sonic the Hedgehog™), the “mad dog” of Shimano Goro Majima (Like a Dragon™/Yakuza™) and the ruthless giant Death Adder (Golden Axe™).

SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance is also available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Steam and Nintendo Switch. For more details on the various digital and physical editions, pricing, downloadable demo and more please visit the official game website. For more information on all other SEGA games, please visit www.sega.com or follow along on YouTube, Instagram and X.

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The SEGAbits Swingin’ Report Show LIVE: 25 Years of Sonic Adventure 2

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As Sonic is about to turn 35, the Swingin’ Report Show LIVE turns the clock back to Sonic’s 10th anniversary which saw the release of Sonic Adventure 2! Joining in to share their memories are Sonic Retro head honcho/Sonic Weekly host David the Lurker, as well as friend of the show and video game music composer Steve aka ap0c!

Watch LIVE tonight at 8:30PM CENTRAL/6:30PM PACIFIC

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Join SEGA at Anime Expo 2026 for Panels, Performances, and More!

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Are you a SEGA or ATLUS fan living near the Los Angeles area and planning to attend Anime Expo this year? If so, there is good news! SPJA and SEGA detailed their line-up of panels and activations for fans at Anime Expo 2026 on July 2–5, 2026 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

More information on the SEGA lineup can be found below and check out our website for all the offerings SEGA has at Anime Expo 2026.

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Sonic the Hedgehog Gets New Merch Collab with The Wobbles

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Today, SEGA and The Woobles announced the upcoming Sonic x The Woobles Collection, launching today! This is the first collaboration between the two and brings some iconic Sonic characters to life.

This collection will feature three unique kits:

  • Sonic the Hedgehog
  • Tails
  • Knuckles

Along with a special mystery accessory kit, designed to add an extra element of surprise and creativity. Each kit has been thoughtfully curated and are designed for novices and experts alike to enjoy! You can purchase the Sonic x The Wobble collection on the official website.

 

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SEGA News Bits Live: Crazy Taxi, Artificial Intelligence and Tupac

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We’re back, and so is Crazy Taxi but not without controversy! Also, Tupac is alive and well and in an upcoming SEGA game and Sonic is turning 250 years old next week!

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New details emerge on abandoned Crazy Taxi 4 pitch

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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.

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Cuphead spin-off Mighty Cuphead Adventure being developed for Master System

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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.

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SEGA Announces Crazy Taxi: World Tour, Ignites New Controversy [UPDATE: SEGA Clarifies]

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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?

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SEGA Celebrates 35 Years of Sonic with Another Year of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Content and a New Sonic Indie Partnership

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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!

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VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS Announced With Dedicated Showcase Revealing Story, Battle and Writing Team Details

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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.

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Stranger Than Heaven Launches on January 17 With New Trailer Featuring Tupac

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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!

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RGG Studio Developer Sale on Steam Announced, Offering up to 75% Off Fan-Favorite Titles

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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:

  • Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii (75% off)
  • Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (75% off)
  • Lost Judgment (65% off)
  • Yakuza: Like a Dragon (60% off)
  • Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut (40% off)
  • Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties (35% off)
  • Yakuza: Like a Dragon (60% off)
  • Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name (70% off)
  • Judgment (70% off)
  • Yakuza Kiwami (40% off)
  • Yakuza Kiwami 2 (40% off)
  • Like a Dragon: Ishin! (70% off)
  • Yakuza 6: The Song of Life (50% off)
  • Yakuza 5 Remastered (50% off)
  • Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage (50% off)
  • Yakuza 4 Remastered (50% off)

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SEGA’s Upcoming Streets of Rage Film Finds New Writers and Director

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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!

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