SEGA has announced another iconic SEGA villain that will be appearing as a guest in the upcoming SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance DLC.
That villain is none other than the mighty Death Adder, the fearsome giant from the Golden Axe series, responsible for murdering the loved ones of Yuria’s heroic warriors.
Take on Death Adder, Dr Eggman and another mysterious villain as Joe Musashi in the SEGA Villains Stage DLC for SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance, coming later in 2026!
SEGA & RGG unveiled new information on the battle system and gameplay rules for the brand-new entry in the “Virtua Fighter” series, the New VIRTUA FIGHTER Project. Additionally, an archive of the Tokyo Game Show presentation is available to view, including a short teaser of the game.
This game offers two distinct battle rules to suit different playstyles and preferences:
Standard: Victory is determined by either depleting the opponent’s health or causing a ring out. By default, matches are won by taking 3 rounds.
Uprising: A completely new battle rule that introduces dynamic momentum-shifting opportunities, offering a new gameplay concept that stands apart from standard rules.
The game also features three groundbreaking battle systems that drive the evolution of the series:
Break & Rush: This innovative system introduces a dynamic damage accumulation mechanic. As specific regions of the body take repeated hits, damage builds up, eventually allowing for a targeted break. Once the attacker lands a break attack, they gain a strategic advantage, opening up new offensive opportunities. A ”broken” status carries over across rounds, creating a tactical layer that adds depth and tension to every match.
Stunner & Stun Combo: Introducing a new strike technique called the “Stunner,” this system unlocks a fresh combo mechanic that emphasizes fluidity and realism, without requiring complex inputs.
Flow Guard: A stylish new defensive mechanic, the Flow Guard system emphasizes fluid motion and visual flair. Working in tandem with the Break & Rush system, it introduces dynamic shifts in offense and defense across a variety of combat situations.
We also got another small glimpse of the new character towards the end of the presentation. Could it be a new protagonist for New Virtua Fighter Project’s story mode? Let us know your thoughts on the presentation below!
Today, during Sony’s State of Play showcase, SEGA revealed Capcom’s mascot, Mega Man and his older brother, Proto Man as the latest additions to Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds’ growing roster of Season Pass content, as well as a new Mega Man-inspired course.
Fans can also get excited for a new vehicle inspired by Mega Man’s companion, Rush. Mega Man and crew will be available in Sonic Racing CrossWorlds’ Season Pass later in 2026!
Check out more details on the Season Pass in the press release here!
Get ready to turn up the volume! SEGA is continuing its “Racing Around the World” fan celebration by teaming up with Spotify to release a high-octane Sonic Racing-inspired playlist curated by the Blue Blur himself. The playlist is available to stream exclusively on Spotify HERE.
The racing-themed playlist features a dynamic mix of tracks spanning different decades and genres, including beloved classic Sonic tunes. The compilation will also boast unique Sonic Racing-themed cover art from official IDW Sonic artist, Natalie Haines.
Music has always been at the center of the Sonic franchise, and this new curated playlist is a celebration of that legacy. In Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, players can put together custom playlists with over 200 in-game music tracks from Sonic’s history, thanks to the new Jukebox feature. Players can now to choose their unique soundtrack as they race to victory!
Follow Sonic Team’s Racing Around the World campaign for more racing-inspired programs and events. Head to the official Racing Around the World website for the latest news, updates, and media surrounding this year’s fan celebration. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds launches on September 25, 2025, on gaming consoles and PC. Pre-order Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds today by visiting the official Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds website or select retailers.
SEGA announced more details surrounding the upcoming single player demo for the highly anticipated Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds launching on September 25, 2025. Those who may have missed out on the Open Network Test last month can still experience some high-octane fun with the single player demo, available globally on Wednesday, September 17, 2025.
The single player demo will be available for free on PlayStation®5 (PS5®), Xbox Series X|S, Steam, Epic, and Nintendo Switch™. The demo will not be available for PlayStation®4 (PS4®) and Xbox One users. Players can race against Sonic and friends starting at the below times:
United States (PST) Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 9:00 PM
United States (EST) Wednesday, Sept. 17 at 12:00 AM
United Kingdom (UTC) Wednesday, Sept. 17 at 4:00 AM
The long-awaited remake of Panzer Dragoon II Zwei has been officially announced by Forever Entertainment and is heading to Nintendo Switch, Steam, GOG, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S for $24.99 with a release date to be announced. There will also be a playable demo at Tokyo Game Show held on the booth of Rainy Frog, a part of Forever Entertainment’s group.
Panzer Dragoon II Zwei: Remake is a refreshed edition of the second entry in the legendary rail shooter series, taking you into a unique world where ancient ruins, imperial power, and mysterious creatures shape the fate of an entire continent. Step into the role of Jean Jacque Lundi, a young rider who, together with his extraordinary companion – a dragon named Lagi – embarks on a dangerous journey filled with battles, discoveries, and the secrets of ancient civilizations. The gameplay remains a classic on-rail shooter – fast-paced combat where you strike down enemies with both Lundi’s gun and Lagi’s devastating lasers. With the Berserk Attack at your disposal, even the toughest encounters may turn in your favor. Key features include:
– Series prequel: the story takes place 20 years before the events of the first Panzer Dragoon game. –Dragon evolution: Lagi’s growth depends on your playstyle and combat performance. – Dynamic rail shooter: fast action, intense encounters, and epic boss battles. –Branching routes: multiple paths on the levels increase replayability. –Berserk Attack: unleash devastating power to turn the tide of battle. – Pandora’s Box: unlock additional gameplay options, modifications and mission variants after completing the campaign. –Remastered music: includes both the original soundtrack and a remastered version arranged by Saori Kobayashi. –Enhanced visuals: modern graphics faithful to the original style. –Two control schemes: choose between classic and modern controls.
Check out official screenshots of Panzer Dragoon Zwei: Remake after the jump!
SEGA is excited to announce that the Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage Closed Beta Test will be live starting on Wednesday, September 10 at 8:00PM PDT until the following Monday, September 15 at 7:59PM PDT. This test will be available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam.
Participants will get hands-on access to multiple game modes, including:
Ranked Mode
Online Matchmaking
Offline Training Mode
Offline Arcade Mode
Console players must register for a free SEGA.com account at the following link: https://sega-account.com/
In celebration of the game’s launch, the SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance x Kinjaz unique dance collaboration manifests with a choreographed dance routine set to music from SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance and Young Dirty Bastard’s (YDB) SHINOBI-inspired song The Path Just Begun. The performance is set against a massive LED backdrop showcasing visuals from different stages of the game, blending gaming and dance in an immersive, creative way.
Kinjaz is well-known for their significant achievements and influence within the global dance community, bringing their signature style and talent to this project. With their roots in Asian culture and ninja-inspired aesthetics, the shared themes between Kinjaz and SHINOBI makes this a natural collaboration to bridge elements of dance and the game just in time for the game’s launch.
Check out Kinjaz’s social channels to experience SHINOBI’s world in a fresh new way for both gamers and dance enthusiasts. SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance launches August 29, 2025. A free demo featuring an enhanced version of first stage of the game is available now for download on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch and PC.
Today, SEGA and Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio, creators of the acclaimed Like a Dragon & Yakuza series, officially announced the date for the next RGG Summit livestream. Providing fans with the latest updates from the studio, RGG Summit 2025 will take place on Tuesday, September 23 at 8:00pm PT. Following the conclusion of RGG Summit 2025, a new RGG Direct will also air, giving viewers a deeper dive into the newly announced information.
Fans can watch the RGG Summit 2025 and RGG Direct on YouTube or Twitch:
Today, Young Dirty Bastard (YDB) of the Wu Legacy and son of Ol’ Dirty Bastard officially released a new original song titled “The Path Just Begun,” available now across music streaming platforms. Inspired and conceived by a partnership with SEGA®, the song celebrates YDB’s love for the legendary franchise.
To coincide with the song’s release, SEGA has debuted a new video that weaves YDB’s music and lyricism together with pulse-pounding gameplay footage from the newest game in the SHINOBI franchise, SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance™, launching August 29, 2025.
The YDB x SHINOBI partnership celebrates two parallel journeys as the mic is passed on to a new generation with YDB and Wu Legacy, and SEGA enters a new era with its beloved SHINOBI franchise. As one of SEGA’s most iconic franchises, SHINOBI is reimagined for a new generation of players with the upcoming SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance, mirroring YBD’s role as the next torchbearer of a musical legacy rooted in martial arts mythology, East-meets-West style and cultural defiance. To purchase the single, please click HERE.
For those looking to go all out in full ninja styling and celebrate the SHINOBI franchise, YDB’s apparel brand Dirty Magic recently released a SHINOBI apparel collection. Available for a limited time at Amazon, fans can purchase SHINOBI merchandise, including t-shirts, hoodies, and more. Check out the collection HERE.
SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance launches August 29, 2025 and is available for pre-order on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Steam and for Nintendo Switch on the Nintendo eShop starting at $29.99 USD. Fans who pre-order the digital version of the game will receive a 10% discount, the Original Arcade Outfit, and Fortune Hunter Amulet. A free demo featuring an enhanced version of the game’s first stage is available now for download. For more information about pre-orders, including physical editions of the game, and other SHINOBI news, please visit the official game website.
Today, SEGA released a new action-packed trailer, giving players a deeper look into what competition feels and plays like in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, as well as another sneak peek into the latest addition to the ever-growing Season Pass roster, Pac-Man. The trailer is filled with unpredictable rivalries amongst fan-favorite Sonic characters and highlights unrevealed game modes including Time Trials and Race Park.
In addition, it was announced yesterday that an Open Network Test will be live starting Friday, August 29, 2025, until Monday, September 1, 2025. Players around the world can race as Sonic and friends for free on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch. The Open Network Test is not available for PS4 or Xbox One users. For more details about the Open Network Test, please visit HERE.
The Blur Blur is drifting into gamescom 2025! Today, SEGA released a new high-speed trailer revealing that PAC-MAN and his iconic rival ghosts will be joining the Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Season Pass roster. Players will not only be able to play as PAC-MAN, but they can also race on a track inspired by the video game icon’s modern and classic arcade-era games.
In addition, SEGA announced that they are hosting an Open Network Test for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds from Friday, August 29 to Monday, September 1, giving players around the world an opportunity to race as Sonic and friends. Learn more about the Open Network Test HERE.
For more details on Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds’ presence at gamescom 2025, check out the full press release below.
Who’s that lurking in the shadows? Prepare to unleash the power of the Shinobi and face off against legendary bosses in the SEGA® Villains Stage of SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance™!
The first challenger stepping forward to take on Joe Musashi is the evil genius from the Sonic the Hedgehog™ series, Dr. Eggman. Pre-order the Digital Deluxe Edition of SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance now to save 10% and unlock the SEGA Villains Stage when it releases early 2026.
More enemies will be revealed, so keep your eye out for more updates and click here for more info!
Premiering at EVO Las Vegas 2025, we got our first look of the combat gameplay of the New Virtua Fighter Project featuring Akira Yuki and Stella squaring off in the game’s training stage. The combat gameplay showcased some unique mechanics and animations showing us the innovation of realism that Ryu Ga Gotoku is aiming for in this latest installment of the Virtua Fighter series. More details on the New Virtua Fighter Project will be revealed at this year’s Tokyo Game Show!
Also, if you’ve missed the news on Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage announcement, you can check out details on this article here.
What did you all think of the combat gameplay? Let us know your thoughts and opinions in the comments!
Legacy Virtua Fighter Chief Producer, Seiji Aoki, announced Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage during the EVO Showcase and will be released for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on October 30 with Nintendo Switch 2 at a later date. Not only that this latest version of VF5 R.E.V.O. will feature cross-play functionality, but it will also include new mode and features such as a new single player mode called “World Stage” where both new and veteran players can battle through tournaments around the world with CPU players based on legendary tournament players, improved training modes, Dural as a playable DLC character.
In addition, a closed beta test for Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage cross-play features will be available to play on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam in early September where anyone with a SEGA Account can join for free during the test and earn an in-game “Virtua Team” title! Pre-orders for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions are available now with the “GENESIS” character customization item as a pre-order bonus.
For those who own Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. on Steam, the “World Stage” update will be available as a free update on October 30th. Owners of the PS4 version “Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown” can purchase the PS5 version “Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage” at a discount! Plus, all purchased PS4 DLC packs can be carried over to the PS5 version! Which version of Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. will you be getting? Let us know in the comments!
