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Get ready to set sail with these 6 games to play before Assassin's Creed Black Flag ResyncedThis article recommends six games to play before the release of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced on July 9. The list includes titles like Windrose, Final Fantasy 12: The Zodiac Age, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, Sea of Thieves, Assassin's Creed Odyssey, and Assassin's Creed 3 Remastered, all of which feature pirate themes, naval combat, or connections to the Assassin's Creed universe.
Virtua Fighter Crossroads new trailer shows the villain of the piece – haven’t we seen him before?A new trailer for Virtua Fighter Crossroads, releasing in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, showcases its story mode and introduces the antagonist, the Bakunawa Killer. The trailer hints at the villain's identity being Pai's father, Lau, despite his de-aged appearance, raising questions about the narrative's central mystery. Developed by RGG Studios, the game appears to incorporate elements from their Yakuza series experience.
Virtua Fighter Crossroads gets a new trailer for the mysterious Bakunawa Killer - but who are they? Speculation beginsA new trailer for Virtua Fighter Crossroads revealed the mysterious Bakunawa Killer, sparking fan speculation about their identity. While the trailer shows Pai Chan reacting with disbelief, popular theories suggest the character could be Lau Chan or Lei-Fei, though both have potential inconsistencies with their established lore and age. The game is set to release next year.
Virtua Fighter Crossroads Reveals Bakunawa Killer at Evo 2026 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & GuidesSega revealed a new trailer for Virtua Fighter Crossroads at Evo 2026, introducing the Bakunawa Killer as a new playable character and a key figure in the game's story mode. The game, developed with RGG Studio's storytelling expertise while retaining classic fighting game elements, is set for a 2027 release.
Virtua Fighter Crossroads isn't just a fighting game revival, it's a "sandbox RPG" that channels Watchmen and Detroit: Become HumanVirtua Fighter Crossroads, developed by RGG Studio, is a narrative-driven sandbox RPG that moves away from traditional fighting game mechanics. Producer Riichiro Yamada stated that the game is inspired by Watchmen and Detroit: Become Human, emphasizing player choice and a grounded, believable world. While it incorporates Virtua Fighter's combat, the focus is on a robust story mode and side content, aiming for a different experience than the Yakuza series.
Stranger Than Heaven Hands-on Preview - Intuitive, deeply challenging combatStranger Than Heaven, a prequel to the Like a Dragon series from RGG Studio, features a deeply challenging and intuitive combat system that blends elements of Yakuza's melee and Dark Souls' punishing difficulty. The preview highlights the game's intricate combat mechanics, including blocking, dodging, environmental interactions, and a variety of enemy types. The game is set to release on January 15, 2027, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
'It May Seem Like We're Only Doing It for Attention': Stranger Than Heaven Dev Discusses Celebrity Castings, Including TupacRGG Studio director Masayoshi Yokoyama addressed criticisms regarding the use of celebrity likenesses, including Tupac Shakur, in the upcoming game Stranger Than Heaven. Yokoyama stated his intention is for players to focus on gameplay and narrative, not the casting choices, and that Tupac's inclusion was facilitated by Snoop Dogg and approved by Tupac's family.
Stranger Than Heaven studio don't intend their "casting choices [to] take the spotlight and overshadow everything else", despite that now having happened two games runningRGG Studio head Masayoshi Yokoyama stated that the inclusion of Tupac Shakur in Stranger Than Heaven and Teruyuki Kagawa in Yakuza Kiwami 3 was not intended to overshadow the games' gameplay and narrative. He clarified that the studio aims for celebrity casting to elevate the overall work, citing examples from Yakuza 0 where actors were perfectly suited for their roles. However, the article argues that these specific casting choices have indeed drawn significant attention and controversy, potentially detracting from the games themselves.
Virtua Fighter Crossroads Gets Full Version of “Legacy” Track in a New AMV Focused on CieloRGG Studio has released a new AMV for Virtua Fighter Crossroads featuring the full theme song "Legacy" by El Gran Nael. The video showcases newcomer Cielo in various combat scenarios, including facing off against returning characters like Pai Chan. The game is slated for release next year, with Sega aiming for a Game of the Year-worthy experience.- Stranger Than Heaven Second-Take Preview: Stranger Than Heaven’s Combat Seems Harder Than Hell, and that’s a Good ThingA preview of Stranger Than Heaven suggests its combat system offers a greater challenge than the typical Like a Dragon brawling, indicating RGG Studio's intent to innovate with the new series prequel. This second look features editor Tristan Ogilvie's impressions after an earlier hands-on by Michael Higham.
Eat Like a Dragon: What Yakuza's Food Reveals About CharacterThis article explores how food in Yakuza: Like a Dragon serves as a narrative device to reveal and develop character. The author examines specific food choices and conversations to demonstrate how they reflect and complicate character identities, moving beyond simple cultural markers to represent personal choices and experiences.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 12: Steam Bullet FestThis weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam Bullet Fest celebrating bullet hell and shooter games, alongside sales from various publishers and developers like Capcom, Klei, and Ubisoft. Notable titles on sale include Vampire Survivors, Returnal, and Destiny 2, with free games and bundles also available across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, and Amazon Luna.
Weekend Console Download Deals for June 12: PlayStation Mid-Year DealsPlayStation is offering mid-year deals on titles like ARC Raiders and Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection, with additional free games for PlayStation Plus members. Xbox features Capcom publisher sales, including Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition, while the Nintendo eShop also has Capcom discounts. Various other publishers like Atari and RGG Studio also have sales across platforms.
Summer Games Week: The Biggest Reveals, Interviews, And FeaturesSummer Games Week, the successor to E3, concluded with numerous reveals, interviews, and features from various showcases like State of Play and Summer Game Fest. GameSpot covered a wide array of upcoming titles, including Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, Resident Evil: Veronica, and Gears of War: E-Day, providing previews and in-depth articles.
Stranger Than Heaven will explore Tupac's "potential future" if "he was still alive now", according to RGG studio headRGG Studio head Masayoshi Yokoyama discussed the decision to include a digitally resurrected Tupac Shakur in the upcoming game Stranger Than Heaven. The inclusion was inspired by Snoop Dogg's role and the real-life relationship between the two artists, with the studio aiming to explore a potential future for Tupac rather than recreate his past. RGG Studio obtained approval from both Tupac's family and his estate for his likeness.
Stranger Than Heaven: We Grapple with RGG Studio’s New Combat SystemRGG Studio's upcoming game, Stranger Than Heaven, features a drastically different combat system compared to their previous titles, focusing on granular, trigger-and-bumper-based controls for independent limb attacks and weapon usage. The game is set to release on January 15, 2027, for Xbox Series X|S and PC, and will be available day one on Game Pass. Players will experience a fifty-year saga across five distinct eras and cities in Japan, with a combat system that emphasizes realism and brutality, alongside a unique 'showman' career path for the protagonist.
Round Up: Stranger Than Heaven Makes a Strong Impression with Its Unique Melee CombatSEGA and RGG Studio's upcoming action-adventure game, Stranger Than Heaven, is generating buzz for its unique melee combat system, which allows players to control the protagonist's left and right sides independently. While some previews praise the system's depth and potential, others express reservations about its execution and camera control. The game is set to release on PlayStation 5 early next year and features a cast including Snoop Dogg and the late Tupac Shakur.- Morning InterviewsThe producer of Resident Evil Veronica explains the game's importance and why it deserves a remake, comparing its significance to the main numbered entries in the series. Additionally, the head of RGG Studio discusses the controversial inclusion of Tupac Shakur in their game, Stranger Than Heaven.
- Stranger Than Heaven Interview: Director Says Tupac is a Good Idea and Confirms Yakuza Story ConnectionsRGG Studio head Masayoshi Yokoyama discussed Stranger Than Heaven, confirming its story connections to previous Yakuza games and the decision to use Tupac Shakur's likeness. The interview also touched upon the incorporation of Japanese history into the game's narrative.
Stranger Than Heaven evolves RGG Studio's combat systemRGG Studio's upcoming game, Stranger Than Heaven, features a revamped melee combat system that emphasizes fluid combos and cinematic action. The preview showcased combat across three distinct historical eras, highlighting new controls mapped to triggers and bumpers, ground-pounding finishers, and a methodical approach to engaging multiple enemies. The game aims to deliver a satisfying and challenging combat experience.