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SEGA Talk #187: Sonic CD (1993)

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Put on your red sneakers, grab a chili dog, and get ready to travel through time as we dive into one of the most ambitious, innovative, and misunderstood entries in the Sonic franchise: Sonic CD for the Sega CD. This isn’t just “Sonic with CDs.” This is the game that introduced Metal Sonic, gave us Amy Rose, dared to ask “what if Sonic could change the future?” find out on this episode of SEGA TALK!

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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!

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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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SEGA Talk #186: Sonic the Fighters (1996)

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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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Uwe Boll directing unofficial House of the Dead movie sequel “23 Years Later: The Castle of the Dead”

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Director Uwe Boll has announced a brand-new zombie film titled 23 Years Later: The Castle of the Dead, which he describes as an “unofficial sequel” to his infamous 2003 adaptation of The House of the Dead. Production is scheduled to begin September 5 in Germany, with original House of the Dead actors Jonathan Cherry and Ona Grauer returning for the new film. Despite the connection, the movie is not officially tied to SEGA’s franchise, as Boll reportedly does not own the rights to adapt the series.

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SEGA cancels “Super Game” while continuing to commit to previously announced legacy sequels

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After years of speculation and zero concrete reveals, SEGA has officially pulled the plug on its mysterious “Super Game” initiative. Originally announced in 2021, SEGA described the project as a major next-generation effort reportedly backed by a huge $882 million budget. At the time, many assumed “Super Game” referred to one massive AAA release. As the years went on, SEGA later clarified that the name actually represented several large-scale projects and long-term business plans rather than a single title.

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SEGA Talk #185: Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap (1989 & 2017)

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Get ready to transform! Today on Sega Talk, we’re questing through the Master System masterpiece: Wonder Boy III: The Dragon’s Trap. From cursed transformations to non-linear legends, we’re breaking down why this 8-bit epic and its remake still breathes fire today. Let’s dive in!

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SEGA News Bits Live: What the HECK is SEGA Universe?

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On this SEGA News Bits Live we pay a visit to the computer killing SEGA Universe website and see what the new initiative is all about! Also, new Ecco, Stranger Than Heaven sneak peeks and Nagoshi needs a Kickstarter!

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Sonic Teams Up With McLaren Racing for High-Speed Miami Fan Event

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Fans of McLaren Racing and Sonic the Hedgehog are getting a high-speed crossover this week as SEGA heads to Miami for the McLaren Racing Live: Miami celebration. From April 29 through May 3, fans can visit Regatta Harbor to experience a special Sonic-themed activation alongside live race broadcasts throughout the weekend.

The interactive fan experience will feature a variety of activities, including photo opportunities, mascot appearances, exclusive merchandise, and more. Fans who can’t make it to Miami will also be able to join the fun through a special Sonic Rumble Party collaboration event tied to McLaren Racing.

One of the featured attractions is the “Sonic Speed Trap,” where attendees can race down a track to see if they have what it takes to match Sonic’s speed. After crossing the finish line, participants will receive a custom photo capturing their “supersonic blur” moment.

Fans will also have the chance to meet Sonic himself alongside Tails, who will be making his first public mascot appearance at the event. Both characters will be available throughout the five-day celebration for meet-and-greets and photo opportunities.

Meanwhile, players of Sonic Rumble can take part in the Sonic Rumble Party x McLaren Racing Mission Event running from April 28 through May 13. During the collaboration, players can unlock a special McLaren Racing Sonic skin along with themed decals, logo plates, and other in-game items.

The McLaren Racing Live: Miami event is free and open to the public.

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SEGA Talk #184: Batman Forever (1995)

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On this episode of SEGA Talk, we slide down into the bat cave to talk about Batman Forever for the SEGA Genesis! Who was behind this two faced title? Did Mortal Kombat gameplay translate to a beat em up platformer? What are our thoughts on the movie it was based on? If answers you seek, then don’t delay… Unravel the clues on SEGA Talk today!

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The Man Who Erased His Game: Nagoshi Studio deletes their YouTube Channel and trailers of Gang of Dragon

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You might have heard of Gang of Dragon, the debut game from former SEGA CCO and Yakuza series creator Toshihiro Nagoshi at his new studio aptly titled Nagoshi Studio. After making a splash at The Game Awards last year, there have been rumors and speculation that the studio is in serious trouble. In March 2026 it was announced that NetEase would cut all funding to Nagoshi Studio, a wider effort on the part of NetEase that has impacted funding to other subsidiary studios.

Now, the Nagoshi Studio YouTube channel has been deleted and the Gang of Dragon trailers are no longer available (outside of third party uploads, of course). While the studio was in trouble before, with it being reported they needed an additional $44 million to complete development, this latest news might spell the end for the studio and their game.

The website for the studio is still up, but between no more funding and deleting their YouTube channel it might not be for long. We’ll share more as we hear it.

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Ecco the Dolphin: Complete compilation announced – Features all versions of the first two games!

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A&R Atelier has announced a new compilation of a beloved SEGA Genesis franchise!

Ecco the Dolphin: Complete will contain all versions of Ecco the Dolphin and the sequel Ecco: The Tides of Time from the Master System and Game Gear to the Genesis/Mega Drive to the SEGA CD. The release is intended to ease new fans into a “brand-new contemporary game built for the modern era”. Presumably, this new game will be included in the compilation but we have reached out to the developer to confirm. The EccoTheDolphon.com website should provide more details later today, and we will update this article once they do. In the meantime, after the break read the full press release!

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