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Two New SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance Steam Bundles Celebrate Lizardcube Excellence!

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Explore SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance with two exclusive Steam bundles that pair the iconic ninja game with a reimagined classic SEGA brand developed by Lizardcube, known for creating high-quality 2D games.

Pick up SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance alongside Streets of Rage 4 or Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap in two new bundles. Enjoy the beautiful art and amazing 2D action that await you!

Wield the blade, ready your fist, and slay the dragon with links to these sweet bundles below!

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NiGHTS, AiAi, Tangle & Whisper Coming to Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds as Free DLC Characters

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Today, during Sony’s State of Play in Japan, SEGA released a new trailer giving fans a deeper look into the highly anticipated Season Pass content coming to Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds in the coming months.

Players can look forward to racing as familiar characters both from the SEGA universe and beyond including SpongeBob SquarePants, NiGHTS, Tangle and Whisper from the Sonic the Hedgehog comic series, and AiAi from Super Monkey Ball.

Starting next week, fans can compete for first place as SpongeBob and Patrick through a Bikini Bottom themed course! Check out the SpongeBob content in the new trailer here.

Please see below for more details on the upcoming Season Pass content below.

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Yakuza: Like a Dragon’s Ichiban Kasuga is now playable in Sonic Racing CrossWorlds!

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Today, SEGA officially released the free Ichiban Kasuga content for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds! Players can now compete for first place as Ichiban Kasuga, the Hero of Yokohama! The free Ichiban Content Drop includes the following:

  • Ichiban as a playable character
  • Ichiban’s vehicle, the Dragon Brave
  • Special emotes and sounds

Players who own either the Standard (physical or digital) or Digital Deluxe versions of the game will automatically receive the free Ichiban 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, and Nintendo Switch™ Lite starting at $59.99 USD.

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Sonic Rumble Launches Globally Today On iOS, Android, and PC!

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Sonic Rumble has officially launched worldwide, inviting players to dive into the exhilarating party royale mayhem. Players can now step into Dr. Eggman’s twisted fantasy world where players control toy figures of beloved Sonic the Hedgehog characters.

These miniature heroes and villains are battling it out in a series of treacherous obstacle courses and competitive arenas to see who can collect the most Rings and prove they are number one in the ultimate toybox showdown.

People everywhere can now join the global Sonic Rumble community of over 10 million early ‘Rumblers’ who pre-registered, pre-ordered, wishlisted or downloaded Sonic Rumble in the pre-launch period.

Check out the full press release for Sonic Rumble in the next section of the article!

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First-Ever Persona Live 2026: Awakenings Concert to Debut in Los Angeles

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Attention Persona and ATLUS fans! For the first time ever, SEGA is thrilled to share new details about the highly anticipated musical event that will unite fans of the acclaimed Persona series: Persona Live 2026: Awakenings.

Persona Live 2026: Awakenings is the first U.S. show of the Persona Music Experience series, which includes the full cast from Japan, set to debut at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California on Saturday, January 24, 2026. The day will include two shows, and the performance will feature live performances by fan-favorite artists including:

  • Lyn Inaizumi: Singer of Persona 5 series
  • Azumi Takahashi: Singer of Persona 3 Reload
  • Lotus Juice: Rapper and vocalist of Persona 3 & Persona 3 Reload
  • Toshiki Konishi: Composer and guitarist from the Atlus Sound Team

Following the success of the Persona Live Tour across Asia, which excited audiences with its high-energy performances and talent, the 2026 Los Angeles shows are eagerly awaited by U.S. fans excited to experience the magic firsthand. These shows give fans the chance to enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience with the music and talent that defined the Persona game franchise.

Key Information:

When: Saturday, January 24, 2026

Where: Dolby Theater, 6801 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028

Ticket Sales:

Pre-Sale: Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 10 AM PT

Public On-Sale: Friday, November 7, 2025 at 10 AM PT

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JAKKS Pacific and SEGA of America Renew Global Toy Partnership for Sonic the Hedgehog Merchandise

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Today, SEGA and JAKKS Pacific announced a partnership renewal for the core Sonic the Hedgehog Collection, maintaining JAKKS as the franchise’s lead global toy partner.

JAKKS will continue to design, manufacture, market, and sell Sonic the Hedgehog branded toy product lines worldwide.

This multi-year partnership extends until 2029, allowing JAKKs to continue to design and produce action figures, playsets, vehicles, plush, collectibles, and other categories.

Check out the full press release for more details!

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Enter the World Stage! Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage Now Available!

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SEGA has officially launched Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Steam with the Nintendo Switch 2 version coming later this Winter.

The game features support for cross-play and rollback netcode, an improved training mode, and the brand-new single player World Stage mode where players will challenge powerful rivals on a solo quest to become the ultimate fighter!

In addition, for the first time since Final Showdown, the enigmatic Virtua Fighter series antagonist Dural is now available as a playable character via a paid DLC.

Current owners of the Steam version of Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. will automatically be upgraded to Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage at no added cost, with no impact on any purchased content. Those who own the PlayStation 4 version of Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown will be able to purchase the PlayStation 5 version of Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage at a discount.

Check out further details on the game in the press release below!

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Joker Available To Play Now In Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds; CrossWorlds Surpasses 1 Million Copies Sold!

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Today, SEGA officially released the free Joker content for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds! Players can now jump in and race alongside Sonic and friends as the leader of the Phantom Thieves, Joker from Persona 5! The free Joker Content Drop includes the following:

  • Joker as a playable character
  • Joker’s vehicle, the Arsène Wing
  • Three new Joker-themed songs added to the Jukebox
  • “Take Over”
  • “Wake Up, Get Up, Get out There”
  • “Victory”
  • Special emotes and sounds

Joker fans will also get to celebrate his arrival with the Joker Festival coming soon, starting October 24 until October 27! Players will get to collect Festival Points during the limited time event to claim exclusive rewards.

In other news, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds has surpassed one million copies sold with tremendous accomplishments since release as players have:

  • Raced over 74.5 million times
  • Played in over 31.5 million Grands Prix
  • Played in over 13 million Ranked Matches

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Goro Majima Comes to SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance in SEGA Villains Stage DLC

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A ninja vs a mad dog. The final guest villain for the SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance SEGA Villains Stage DLC has been revealed! The Like a Dragon & Yakuza series’ charismatic ‘mad dog’ of Shimano Goro Majima will take on Joe Musashi in the game’s upcoming DLC.

The SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance SEGA Villains Stage features some of SEGA’s most legendary foes, including Dr. Eggman and Death Adder in addition to Majima. Get ready to battle all three villains by playing SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance! Purchase the Digital Deluxe Edition of SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance now to unlock the SEGA Villains Stage when it releases early 2026.

 

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Sonic Rumble Officially Launches This November

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After numerous delays and updates, we have good news that Sonic Rumble – the ultimate arcade royale – will be arriving on iOS, Android, and PC globally this November. We don’t have an exact date for the game’s release in November, but I believe the developers are finally finalizing everything to prepare for a proper launch with new features and brand new stages.

The extra development time for Sonic Rumble allowed the developers to roll out several, player-focused updates that refined the core game from the ground up for a super smooth, intense, and incredibly fun game right from the jump.

Are excited to finally play Sonic Rumble on launch? Check out the full update regarding the game on the official website.

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Jam To Remixed Classic SHINOBI Tunes With Tee Lopes’ SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance DJ Set

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If you are a long time fan of SHINOBI, sit back, relax, and enjoy the SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance DJ SET by Tee Lopes as he spins remixed classic tunes from each game in the series and pays tribute to SEGA’s legacy franchise.

Composed by Tee Lopes and Yuzo Koshiro, SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance boasts a stylish and magnetic soundtrack, inspired by the game’s original score, but with a modern flair.

Tee Lopes has previously worked with SEGA to compose soundtracks for Sonic Mania, Streets of Rage 4 and more. What is your favorite SHINOBI tune from the DJ Set? Let us know in the comments!

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THE HOUSE OF THE DEAD 2: Remake Launches on PlayStation and Xbox on October 24th!

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Originally released for Nintendo Switch and Steam a few months ago, The House of the Dead 2: Remake is officially launching on PlayStation 4 & 5 and Xbox One & Series X|S on October 24th for $24.99. The House of the Dead 2is a remake of the second entry in the well-known and popular rail-shooter series. Take on the lone role of a secret agent as James or Gary, or team up in co-op mode to neutralize the dangerous creatures standing in your way. The remake also includes:

  • Remastered music (with the classic soundtrack also available in the game)
  • Modern graphics
  • Gameplay faithful to the original game
  • Co-op mode
  • Multiple endings and branching levels
  • Classic Campaign
  • Boss Mode
  • Training Mode

Wishlist the PlayStation or Xbox versions today! The House of the Dead 2: Remake is available now for Nintendo Switch and Steam.

 

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Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Minecraft Pack Officially Available Now!

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Today, SEGA officially released the Minecraft Pack for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds! Players can now hop in and play as fan-favorite characters including Steve, Alex, and a creeper while racing through the Minecraft World course, immersing them in the pixelated and blocky world. The Minecraft Pack includes the following:

  • Steve, Alex, and a creeper as playable characters
  • Minecart Vehicle
  • Six decals for the Minecart Vehicle
  • Minecraft World Course
  • Five original Minecraft Music Tracks
  • New remixes of original Minecraft Music Tracks
  • Six different emotes per character

Players who own the Digital Deluxe Edition will automatically receive the Minecraft Pack as part of the Season Pass. For those who want to take part in the Minecraft action, the entire Season Pass is separately available for $29.99 USD, which includes access to even more upcoming exciting Season Pass characters, vehicles, and courses. Players can also purchase the standalone Minecraft Pack for $5.99 USD.

Players who do not own the Minecraft Pack will still be able to compete online against those who do and will be able to race on the Minecraft World course against the Minecraft characters.

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SEGA Teams up with the IOC on a New Multi-Year Licensing Agreement Celebrating the Olympic Brand and Sonic the Hedgehog

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Today, SEGA announced its partnership with the International Olympic Committee for a multi-year licensing agreement. SEGA & IOC are seeking key partners for a full merchandise collection to launch in 2026.

The first look at the upcoming “Five Rings” collaboration is available now, featuring the Olympic rings with a supersonic Sonic the Hedgehog spin. This sneak peek into the custom art highlights the connection with Sonic and the core Olympic values, including excellence, respect and friendship.

Check out further details in the press release here!

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