RGG Studio
RGG Studio business and news from across the web.
Latest coverage
Stranger Than Heaven First Look Details Announced, Airing May 6th | Console Creatures
RGG Studio has announced full details for an upcoming 30-minute presentation titled "Xbox Presents: A Special Look At Stranger Than Heaven." The special will air on May 6th at 7 pm EST, showcasing the story, world, characters, and gameplay of their new title, which spans five eras in Japan. The presentation will be available on Xbox's social channels, including YouTube and Twitch.
Tune In Thursday 7 May @ 12AM BST for Xbox Presents: A Special Look at STRANGER THAN HEAVEN
Xbox will host a special presentation on May 7th, 2026, at 12 AM BST, titled 'Xbox Presents: A Special Look at STRANGER THAN HEAVEN'. This event, dedicated to SEGA's RGG Studio project, will feature developers and cast members discussing the game's story, world, and characters. The presentation will be available on YouTube and Twitch.
Xbox Presents: A Special Look at Stranger Than Heaven Airs Next Wednesday – Here’s Everything You Need to Know
Xbox will host a special 30-minute presentation titled 'Xbox Presents: A Special Look at Stranger Than Heaven' on May 6th, focusing on RGG Studio's new action-adventure game. The event will delve into the game's story, world, characters, and its unique structure spanning five distinct eras and cities in modern Japan. Stranger Than Heaven is set to release on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and Xbox Cloud, and will be available on Xbox Game Pass.
Yakuza Kiwami 3 Review – Steam Deck Performance Tested | Invision Game Community
This review of Yakuza Kiwami 3 focuses on its performance and optimization on the Steam Deck, finding it to run flawlessly despite some fan and critical reception issues with the game itself. The article discusses the graphical presentation, gameplay additions, combat styles, and the controversial "Dark Ties" expansion, ultimately recommending the game minus the expansion for newcomers.
In spreading itself across five cities, Stranger than Heaven might not lean as heavily on one of Like A Dragon's key strengths as I expected
RGG Studio's upcoming historical brawler, Stranger than Heaven, will feature five distinct time periods and five different Japanese cities. While the Like a Dragon series often revisits and shows the evolution of single locations, this new title appears to be taking a broader approach by exploring multiple cities across different eras. Executive producer Masayoshi Yokoyama has promised a deep dive into the game on May 6th.
Xbox Partner Preview highlights – Alien Deathstorm, Bluey's Happy Snaps and more
The Xbox Partner Preview showcase highlighted several upcoming games, including Hunter: The Reckoning – Deathwish, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, Stranger Than Heaven, Alien Deathstorm, Bluey’s Happy Snaps, Stalker 2: Cost Of Hope, Hades 2, Dispatch, and Artificial Detective. The event also confirmed ports for Hades 2 and Dispatch on Xbox and PlayStation 5.
Round Up: Here's Every PS5 Game Announced in March 2026's Xbox Partner Preview
Microsoft's latest Xbox Partner Preview showcased a variety of upcoming games for PlayStation 5, including Stranger Than Heaven, Hades 2, and The Expanse: Osiris Reborn. The showcase featured titles from third-party developers like Nacon, Owlcat Games, and Supergiant Games, with release windows spanning from Summer 2026 to 2027.
Xbox Partner Preview: March 2026 – All the Announcements from Our Amazing Partners
The Xbox Partner Preview showcased 19 upcoming games from third-party developers, including world premieres of Hunter: The Reckoning – Deathwish, Alien Deathstorm, and Artificial Detective. Many titles, such as Stranger Than Heaven and Hades II, will be available day one with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. The event also provided updates on DLC for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl and revealed release windows for numerous other games across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and Xbox Cloud.
Yakuza Dev Partners with Xbox for Stranger Than Heaven, Confirms Deep Dive for May
RGG Studio, the developer behind the Yakuza series, has partnered with Xbox to promote its upcoming game, Stranger Than Heaven. A trailer showcasing edited gameplay revealed the game will span five time periods and five Japanese cities. A dedicated deep dive presentation for Stranger Than Heaven is scheduled for May 6th, though the game will also be released on PlayStation 5.
tranger Than Heaven Trailer Reveals 5 Eras 5 Cities and More; May 6 Broadcast Announced
Sega and RGG Studio have released a new trailer for Stranger Than Heaven, showcasing its premise of spanning five distinct eras across five Japanese cities. A special broadcast is scheduled for May 6, 2026, promising details on an "all-star cast" and further gameplay revelations. The game will feature grappling, varied combat, environmental interactions, and a jazz soundtrack, with executive producer Masayoshi Yokoyama emphasizing the unique historical settings and combat design.
Review: Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage (Switch 2) - A Great Port Of Sega's Deep Yet Approachable Fighter
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage on Nintendo Switch 2 is a deep yet approachable fighting game port from Sega. The game features a simple three-input system for newcomers, with layers of complexity for dedicated players, and includes the new World Stage mode for solo players. Performance is solid at 60fps with rollback netcode for online play.
Xbox Stream Confirms More Game Pass Titles, Hades 2 And Meat Boy 3D Releasing Very Soon
The Xbox Partner Preview event revealed several new third-party games coming to Xbox and Game Pass. Notably, Hades 2 will launch on Game Pass on April 14, and Super Meat Boy 3D will be available on March 31. Other announced titles include Stranger Than Heaven, Grave Seasons, and The Eternal Life of Goldman.
Xbox Partner Preview March 2026: All The Big Announcements
The Xbox Partner Preview showcase revealed new titles and updates from third-party developers. Announcements included Hunter: The Reckoning - Deathwish, Wuthering Waves, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, Grave Seasons, Serious Sam: Shatterverse, Stranger Than Heaven, Super Meat Boy 3D, Forever Ago, Ascend to Zero, and Dispatch. Many of these titles will be available on Xbox Game Pass and as Xbox Play Anywhere titles.
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Tour review for Nintendo Switch 2
This review covers Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Tour for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, developed by AM2 and RGG Studio and published by SEGA. The article notes the game's legacy as a foundational 3D fighter, originally released in 2006, and its multiple revisions over the years.
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage review for Nintendo Switch 2
This review covers Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, developed by AM2 and RGG Studio and published by SEGA. The article notes the game's long history, with its original arcade release in 2006, and highlights its significance in the 3D fighting genre.
Yakuza Dev Gearing Up for Big Stranger Than Heaven Re-Reveal
RGG Studio is preparing for a significant re-reveal of its upcoming title, Stranger Than Heaven, which was previously announced as 'Project Century'. The game is slated for a Fiscal Year 2027 launch (April 2026-March 2027) and will be featured in an upcoming Xbox Partner Preview showcase. This marketing push suggests Stranger Than Heaven will be the next major release from the Yakuza and Like a Dragon developer.
Xbox Partner Preview Announced For Thursday, March 26, Includes Stranger Than Heaven and The Expanse: Osiris Reborn | Console Creatures
Microsoft has announced an Xbox Partner Preview event scheduled for Thursday, March 26th, at 1 pm EST. The showcase will feature new looks at RGG Studio's Stranger Than Heaven, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, and S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chernobyl, along with updates from third-party partners like Sega and Owlcat Games, many of which are coming to Game Pass.
PS5 Players Will Definitely Want to Tune into Xbox's Partner Preview Later This Week
Xbox announced an upcoming Partner Preview showcase featuring third-party titles, many of which are also expected to release on PlayStation 5. The event will include new looks at Stranger Than Heaven, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, and an update on S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, alongside other unannounced reveals and world premieres.
60+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Refreshed Spring Sale
The PlayStation Store's Spring Sale is ongoing until April 22, 2026, featuring over 60 discounted PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 games. The article highlights recommended titles that have received high scores and are at their lowest prices, including "Metaphor: ReFantazio," "Resident Evil 4," and "Hades."
"We don't reuse enough": Far Cry 4 director says developers need to stop doing "pointless work" and learn lessons from Elden Ring and Like A Dragon
Alex Hutchinson, director of Far Cry 4 and current head of Raccoon Logic, argues that game developers need to reduce "pointless work" by reusing assets more effectively, citing Elden Ring and the Like A Dragon series as positive examples. He believes this approach is crucial for efficiency in an industry facing layoffs and shrinking development cycles, contrasting it with the potential complexities of AI generation.
