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Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O Now Available on Steam with Launch Discount & New Trailer

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The moment you’ve all been waiting for! Today SEGA of America kicks off the return of the VIRTUA FIGHTER franchise with the release of Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O., available for purchase now on Steam with a special launch discount of 20% off for a limited time (see Steam product page for details). This release marks the first time the franchise has come to the platform.

Based on Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown™, Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. features rollback netcode and the first new balance adjustments in over 13 years, giving players the definitive fighting experience. Combined with support of up to 60fps/4K resolution, players can enjoy smoother gameplay in their quest to become the best fighter in the world.

Check out the next section of the article covering details on Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. – 30th Anniversary Edition and Virtua Fighter Open Championship! 

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SEGA Legend Takenobu Mitsuyoshi Returns with ‘Burning Soul’ for Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O.

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With just days to go before the release of Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. on Steam, the official Virtua Fighter YouTube channel has dropped an exciting new video featuring Takenobu Mitsuyoshi, the famous “voice of SEGA.” In the video, Mitsuyoshi introduces “Burning Soul”, the game’s latest opening theme—a English remake of Ai Ha Tsuienai from Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown.

This updated anthem reflects Virtua Fighter’s mission to build a global community by uniting fans worldwide. Mitsuyoshi and his sound team have infused the song with a high-energy rock vibe, featuring powerful guitar riffs and a touch of jazz fusion to give it a fresh and distinctive twist.

Burning Soul is part of the Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. 30th Anniversary Edition Soundtrack Collection, which will also include 220 unreleased tracks spanning the series’ history. Don’t miss your chance to own this celebration of Virtua Fighter’s legacy when Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. launches on Steam on January 28, 2025. Pre-order now to get 20% off for a limited time!

What do you think of Takenobu Mitsuyoshi’s latest work? Let us know in the comments below!

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Metaphor: ReFantazio Manga Adaptation To Be Simultaneously Released In English & Japanese on January 21, 2025

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Manga Plus has made an announced that ATLUS’s acclaimed RPG, Metaphor: ReFantazio, will be receiving a manga adaptation set to be simultaneously released in English and Japanese.

The manga will be available for viewing on the Manga Plus platform alongside the manga’s publication in V-Jump magazine in Japan on January 21, 2025 with the first part featuring 58 color pages.

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THE HOUSE OF THE DEAD 2: Remake Launches Spring 2025!

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The wait is finally over! Forever Entertainment officially announces that THE HOUSE OF THE DEAD 2: Remake will be coming to Nintendo Switch, PC, Xbox, and PlayStation in Spring 2025! THE HOUSE OF THE DEAD 2: Remake is 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 undead monsters standing in your way.

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Like a Dragon Direct Recap and New Game + announced for Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii for Free via Post Launch Update!

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In case you missed it, SEGA and RGG Studio’ Like a Dragon Direct livestream aired earlier today revealing various updates and new gameplay footage for Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii.

The livestream provided updates on the game’s various locations and a closer look at its combat systems (on land and sea!), ship customization, crew building, side experiences and more! New Game+ was also announced as a free, post-launch update.

Players won’t have to wait too long to embark on this epic journey with Majima and crew— Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii launches next month, February 21st on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Steam.

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Standard Edition: PlayStation 4 | PlayStation 5 | Xbox Series X

Collector’s Edition: PlayStation 5 | Xbox Series X

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SEGA and Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio Announces Like a Dragon Direct – January 9

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SEGA and RGG Studio have just revealed that the next Like a Dragon Direct will air on January 9, 2025 at 9am PST / 12pm EST on YouTube and Twitch. Tune in this Thursday to catch the latest information and first-looks at new features for the upcoming modern-day pirate adventure Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii which launches on February 21st.

Tune in to the Like a Dragon Direct livestream on YouTube or Twitch:

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A Closer Look At New Virtua Fighter Project With Pre-Development Footage

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NVIDIA CEO, Jensen Huang showcased a demostration of the new Virtua Fighter Project during the CES2025 keynote speech presentation. The footage however is just a pre-development concept video for demonstration purposes, not actual gameplay. Regardless, it looks stunning and shows how the new VF entry would play out once the game officially releases.

We can see good look at an aged Akira fighting against himself in a mirror match in different outfits demonstrating realistic combat in the city which can be described as “a hotbed of vice, attracts both the wicked and desperate with destructible environments.

Despite this being just a concept video, the New Virtua Fighter Project is shaping up nicely and we’re excited to see more updates in the future from RGG Studio. What are your thoughts on what was shown in the footage. Let us know in the comments!

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SEGA and My Arcade Team Up To Produce Retro Gaming Devices of SEGA Classics

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Update: My Arcade has uploaded teaser images of their upcoming SEGA products. Check out the gallery in next section of the article below.

Today, My Arcade announced that they would be working together with SEGA to launch retro gaming devices featuring of SEGA Classics such as:

  • Sonic the Hedgehog
  • OutRun
  • The Revenge of Shinobi
  • Golden Axe
  • Streets of Rage

The mini arcade devices will be making an appearance at CES 2025, Jan 7–10, My Arcade booth #15146 (Central Hall) in Las Vegas. Check out teaser images below!

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First Look at the English Dub Trailer of Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii + SEGA Steam Winter Sale

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Take yer first gather and hear the english dub of Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii recently revealed by SEGA and RGG Studio. Voice actor, Matthew Mercer, reprises his role as Goro Majima in his latest adventure journeying into the vast sea. Here is the full English V.O. cast for Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii:

  • Goro Majima – Matthew Mercer
  • Raymond Law – Samoa Joe
  • Noah Rich – Maya Tuttle
  • Jason Rich – Jeremy Brandt
  • Masaru Fujita – Brent Mukai
  • Taiga Saejima – James Kirkland
  • Queen Michele – Debra Wilson

If you’re also looking into trying out other Like a Dragon games until the release of Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, be sure to check out SEGA’s Steam Winter Sale! This sale is a perfect opportunity for those looking for a last-minute gift for that Like a Dragon fan or fan-to-be in their life.

Featured Titles Include:
– Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – All editions 50% off
– Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name – All editions 50% off
– Like a Dragon: Ishin! – All editions 70% off
– Yakuza: Like a Dragon – All editions 50% off
– Yakuza 0 / Yakuza Kiwami / Yakuza Kiwami 2 – 45% off
– Yakuza Remastered 3/4/5, Yakuza 6 – 70% off

For details on all participating SEGA titles, pricing, availability and more, please visit SEGA’s Steam Winter Sale page.

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Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Reveals A Look At Activities and Mini-Games

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SEGA and RGG Studio has recently unveiled the activities and minigames players will be able to experience in the upcoming Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, available on February 21st. From karaoke to arcade gaming, we have the scoop on everything that fans would love and appreciate with details and screenshots in the next section of the article.

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Standard Edition: PlayStation 4 | PlayStation 5 | Xbox Series X

Collector’s Edition: PlayStation 5 | Xbox Series X

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Future Press Announces Official Guide for Metaphor: ReFantazio

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Future Press today announced an uncompromising 592-page official guide for Metaphor: ReFantazio, which is available for pre-order now for only $54.99.

The world ATLUS has created in Metaphor: ReFantazio is so rich, it warrants an entire book devoted to exploring its every detail. Future Press is delivering exactly that, with a focus on absolute completeness, lavish design, and impeccable production quality. The book is hardback, printed on premium, fingerprint-free paper, and comes with a world map poster and bookmark ribbon.

This gigantic volume catalogues everything in the game across almost 600 pages of beautiful design, aiming to recapture ATLUS’s wonderfully unique style on the printed page. It will release in early 2025, and pre-orders are open now on the Future Press website and select online retailers.

Metaphor: ReFantazio, a recipient of the Best RPG, Best Art Direction, and Best Narrative award at The Game Awards last week is available now on Xbox Series X|S, Windows, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and Steam.

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ILTHY Collaborates with Paramount Pictures and SEGA for Limited Edition ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 3’ Streetwear Collection

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Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is only a few days away until the premiere and to celebrate the upcoming release from Paramount Pictures, Midwest-based streetwear brand ILTHY has launched a limited-edition collaboration with Paramount Pictures and SEGA bringing the movie’s characters to a range of premium apparel.

The collection includes sweater hoodies, heavyweight t-shirts, caps, and jackets, all inspired by the iconic Sonic franchise. The ILTHY® x Sonic 3 Collection are available now on ILTHY®’s official website and select retailers nationwide. Hit the next section of this article for the full press release and photos.

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Virtua Fighter is Back! Celebrate VF’s 30th Anniversary with Multiple Announcements through VF Direct!

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The time has finally come for the Virtua Fighter series to return, with multiple projects underway! In the very first VF Direct, the development team at Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio and SEGA AM2 unveiled a plethora of exciting announcements about the future of the Virtua Fighter franchise. Here’s everything fans need to know from the VF Direct:

  • The next chapter in the Virtua Fighter series is officially in development! At the Game Awards, a teaser showcased Akira Yuki and Sarah Bryant with stunning new designs. More details about the game will be revealed in future VF Directs.
  • The 2.0 update for Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown is now available as a free download on Playstation 4. The 2.0 update includes returning moves from Virtua Fighter 5 R, balance adjustments, new combos, and revamped hit effects.
  • Pre-Orders for Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O is available now on Steam with Standard and 30th Anniversary Edition for $15.99 and $39.99, respectively. The 30th Anniversary Edition will include exclusive 30th Anniversary themed costumes for all characters, collection of all Virtua Fighter titles original soundtracks*, plus 2 new songs and previously unreleased themes from the Virtua Fighter 2 era, ultra rare preliminary sketches and artwork straight from the pre-production of the original Virtua Fighter, and 30th Anniversary in-game rank titles. Exclusive set of character customization items featuring SEGA’s legendary consoles will be available for both editions if you pre-order the game.
  • The Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O Open Beta is now live on Steam and will run for five days. Be sure to jump in and experience the updated mechanics while you can!
  • Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O tournaments have been announced for major fighting game events at Frosty Faustings XVII 2025 in Chicago on January 23-26, 2025 and EVO Japan on April 12, 2025.
  • Official Virtua Fighter merchandise will soon be available for purchase on Amazon. Stay tuned for the release date.
  • Physical editions for Virtua Fighter 2 and Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown will be available to purchase through Limited Run Games website at 10 AM ET for a limited time from December 12, 2024 – January 12, 2025.

The future of Virtua Fighter looks incredibly promising. With a new game on the horizon, major updates, special editions, and tournaments, the iconic fighting game franchise is making a triumphant comeback.

What are your thoughts on all this exciting Virtua Fighter news? Which announcement are you most looking forward to? Share your thoughts—we’d love to hear from everyone in the community!

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SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS: Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie Pack Available Later Today

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Can’t wait for Sonic Movie 3? No fret as SEGA has announced that the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie Pack for SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS will be available later today for players who own the Digital Deluxe Edition across PlayStation 5 (PS5), PlayStation 4 (PS4), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, the Nintendo Switch family of systems, and PC.

When transported to an unknown dimension, Shadow must race through the streets of modern-day Shibuya to defeat the forces of G.U.N. Players who own the Digital Deluxe Edition or purchase the Digital Deluxe Upgrade can take on a new look as Shadow and play through a unique level inspired by the new movie, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, featuring the voice of Keanu Reeves!

The new level can be accessed from the White Space in Shadow Generations. Here are some cool screenshots of Movie Shadow in action!

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