Sega Saturn Heroes - Astal, Segata Sanshiro, Bug, Mr. Bones, etc

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New Sakura Wars Returns On Stage With Shin Sakura Wars the Stage: Seiden TSURUGI



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D0enQtcnq7Y

This production will feature an original Another Story script set in the mystical city of Kyoto, marking a return to the stage 5 years after the 30th-anniversary milestone of the Sakura Wars series. The promotional trailer also showcases the new theme song, “Makoto no Tsurugi” (The Sword of Sincerity), composed by Kohei Tanaka, known for his work on Sakura Wars since the very beginning.
The play is directed by Tomoharu Suzuki and features a new ensemble cast, including Yuna Sekine as Sakura Amamiya and Yuri Ota as Asagi Todo. Every performance will include a live music segment and ...

Article: https://segabits.com/blog/2026/05/29/new-sakura-wars-returns-on-stage-with-shin-sakura-wars-the-stage-seiden-tsurugi/

[Mystic Monkey]

Sonic Rush's & Rush Adventure's OSTs were probably the Sonic music that got shocked me at first since it felt like Jet Set Radio than a Sonic game, but somehow I grew to love them during playing the games.

yeah, pretty sure made by same coposer as the JSR games. /any music from Sonic Rush games will not seem out of place in a JSR game.

[Mystic Monkey]

YabaSanshiro v1.20.5 is out now!



Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.devmiyax.yabasanshioro2.pro

An emulator with a price tag!? That doesn't seem legal to me.

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An emulator with a price tag!? That doesn't seem legal to me.

Actually emulators are perfectly legal. They are just software programs that mimic the hardware of video game consoles.



It became illegal after we used it to play illegal roms.

[Mystic Monkey]

Actually emulators are perfectly legal. They are just software programs that mimic the hardware of video game consoles.



It became illegal after we used it to play illegal roms.

It's not emulators that I'm questioning their legality, it's the fact this one has a price to download! Isn't selling an emulator just as illegal as selling bootleg consoles without Sega's permission?

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

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhSCLdfE8PM

A Gripping Narrative Crafted by Prominent Talent
A team of acclaimed writers across a range of entertainment and genre backgrounds have come together to work on the story for the game, including:

- World Building Supervisor: David Hayter (X-Men, Watchmen, Wolves)
- Lead Writer: Brad Kane
  Ghost of Tsushima (Writer)—WINNER: Game of the Year, The Game Awards 2020
  As Dusk Falls (Lead Writer)—NOMINEE: Games for Impact, The Game Awards 2022
  You vs. Wild: Out Cold (Writer/Co-Producer)—WINNER: Outstanding Interactive Program, 49th Daytime Creative Arts & Lifestyle Emmy Awards
- Scenario Director: Tsuyoshi Furuta (Like A Dragon series, JUDGMENT, LOST JUDGMENT)
- Scenario Writer: Shinji Yamamoto (Persona 5 Royal, Persona 5, Persona 4: Dancing All Night, Persona 3, Shin Megami Tensei IV, Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. the King Abaddon)

Key Details on the Plot Synopsis: ...

Article: https://segabits.com/blog/2026/06/05/virtua-fighter-crossroads-announced-with-dedicated-showcase-revealing-story-battle-and-writing-team-details/

[Berto]

It's not emulators that I'm questioning their legality, it's the fact this one has a price to download! Isn't selling an emulator just as illegal as selling bootleg consoles without Sega's permission?

We can't compare emulator to bootleg consoles.
Emulator is built using clean-room reverse engineering and does not contain the original manufacturer's copyrighted code while bootleg consoles are the opposite.

And about emulator's having a price, there were lots of them before.
Remember Bleem! in 1999? It was priced at $29.99 in the US

[Mystic Monkey]

We can't compare emulator to bootleg consoles.
Emulator is built using clean-room reverse engineering and does not contain the original manufacturer's copyrighted code while bootleg consoles are the opposite.

And about emulator's having a price, there were lots of them before.
Remember Bleem! in 1999? It was priced at $29.99 in the US

Well, Romsfun has a free download for Yaba Sanshiro 2, I dunno if it's V1.20.5 though, or still require a payment to use.
https://romsfun.com/emulators/sega-saturn

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Well, Romsfun has a free download for Yaba Sanshiro 2, I dunno if it's V1.20.5 though, or still require a payment to use.
https://romsfun.com/emulators/sega-saturn

PC version is indeed free, with a note saying you can donate to the developer on their website if you enjoy the emulator.
It's the mobile version that came up with two versions.
Free version (limited with Ads) and Pro version (paid version with no Ads and have full function including cloud sync.).

Official site : https://www.yabasanshiro.com/download

[Berto]

VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS Showcase Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AyxSIdfI4fQ

“The use of firearms in this city will be punished by death.”

In the year 20XX, the Arma Carta ended an era of bloodshed in Vilasapara, allowing the crime syndicates operating there to establish a tenuous balance. Until now.

President Bato has made Vilasapara a key part of his reelection campaign, as he positions the city’s “Vila Fight Fest” as the solution to the country’s economic woes. He seeks to bring the underground fighting tournament to the world stage as a national sport. His plans are probably unrelated to the recent series of attacks on martial artists by a man dubbed The Bakunawa Killer, but who can truly say.

It is at this crossroads that the fates of four strangers will intersect, causing phantoms from decades past begin to stir… and changing the city of Vilasapara forever.

Known as the “City of Martial Arts,” this island city is composed of multiple distinct districts, including a walled central city, entertainment districts, and ...

Article: https://segabits.com/blog/2026/06/05/virtua-fighter-crossroads-announced-with-dedicated-showcase-revealing-story-battle-and-writing-team-details/

[Mystic Monkey]

PC version is indeed free, with a note saying you can donate to the developer on their website if you enjoy the emulator.
It's the mobile version that came up with two versions.
Free version (limited with Ads) and Pro version (paid version with no Ads and have full function including cloud sync.).

Official site : https://www.yabasanshiro.com/download

Ooooh! If it's the PC version that's free then sure. And I understand if they need donations for their work.
But still, putting a price tag on an emulator is a red flag for me.

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Ooooh! If it's the PC version that's free then sure. And I understand if they need donations for their work.
But still, putting a price tag on an emulator is a red flag for me.

That's why there are two options in mobile, free and paid.
Buying paid version is basically like donating to the developer since unlike PC gamers, mobile gamers tend to avoid to click link that made them out of app.

[Mystic Monkey]

That's why there are two options in mobile, free and paid.
Buying paid version is basically like donating to the developer since unlike PC gamers, mobile gamers tend to avoid to click link that made them out of app.

As long as the developer doesn't get in trouble over Sega's legal team for asking for money.

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Interview: Virtua Fighter Crossroads producer explains why Sega is putting serious effort into making a standalone-worthy single-player mode

Q: This entry will feature a dedicated story mode, and it seems you’ve enhanced the narrative presentation significantly. What role will this mode play within the overall game?

Yamada: Since we’re releasing this title primarily for home consoles rather than arcades, I believe it would be pointless unless we delivered a substantial single-player experience. The Virtua Fighter series has traditionally evolved around arcades, but if we want a wider audience to enjoy it, we need to broaden the ways people can play it. That’s what led us to the game’s current format.

We’ve made similar efforts before, like adding a Quest Mode in Virtua Fighter 4, which ended up being well-received by overseas players as well. This time, we’re aiming to go a step beyond that, and rather than simply making a “single-player mode in a fighting game,” we’re aiming for something that can be enjoyable even as a standalone single-player experience. I’d also like to mention that while we’re placing major emphasis on this mode, we’re not neglecting competitive play by any means – we’re thoroughly working on both fronts.

Q: The footage of walking around the city and fighting enemies has prompted some comparisons to Like a Dragon and even Shenmue.

Yamada: We wanted to avoid making something that’s merely “a fighting game with a story attached to it” by actually introducing new gameplay elements. In that sense, hearing people say it feels like Shenmue is… kind of emotional for me. (laughs)*

In any case, we focused on creating an engaging story and a memorable player experience. Combined with the overall vibe and setting, perhaps that’s what led people to draw comparisons to Shenmue.

*Shenmue was originally developed under the working title “Virtua Fighter RPG.”

Q: The game introduces four new protagonists, including Cielo. Will legacy characters also play a role in the story?

Yamada: Yes, that’s the plan. However, they won’t simply appear for the sake of it. Realism is very important to us for this project, and we want to depict how these characters have lived their lives during the long time that has passed in the game’s world. As a symbol of this, an older Pai Chan will also appear.

I’ve always believed that Virtua Fighter originated from a desire to portray ...

Read the full interview here: https://automaton-media.com/en/interviews/virtua-fighter-crossroads-producer-explains-why-it-isnt-called-virtua-fighter-6-and-why-sega-is-putting-serious-effort-into-making-a-standalone/

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VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS OST | "LEGACY" (OFFICIAL AMV)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAzfDOlbzNM

"Legacy"
Rap Vocals & Lyrics by El Gran Nael
Composed & Arranged by Yasuyuki Nagata
Rap Vocals Produced by Yuki Kanesaka
Recording Engineer: Kenji Nakai
Mix Engineer: Yoshitada Miya
Sound Supervisor: Jun Senoue

▼ VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS Official Website
https://crossroads.virtua-fighter.com