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Crazy Taxi: World Tour stays close to its arcade roots
Sega's upcoming Crazy Taxi: World Tour aims to revive the classic arcade driving series with a new Germany map and expanded gameplay. While retaining the core mechanics of picking up passengers and reaching destinations quickly, the game introduces an open world where the timer no longer results in a Game Over, allowing for continued play and exploration of side quests. The title is slated for release in 2027 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Crazy Taxi’s Axel now available for free in Sonic Racing CrossWorlds
SEGA has announced that Axel from Crazy Taxi is now available for free in Sonic Racing CrossWorlds. A Crazy Taxi-themed festival will allow players to earn special in-game items, with the free Axel content drop including new decals and gadgets.
The highlights of Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 showcased a variety of new titles and updates, with The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's free remaster and upcoming expansion stealing the spotlight. The event also featured reveals for Nodusfall, Final Fantasy 7: Revelation, Metro 2039, and numerous other games from both established and emerging studios, highlighting a strong international presence. Host Geoff Keighley acknowledged the industry's current challenges, including layoffs and hardware price increases, while celebrating developers' continued innovation.
Popular Open-World PS5 Game Is 75% Off on PlayStation Store
The action-adventure open-world game Judgment is currently on sale for 75% off on the PlayStation Store, priced at $9.99 for PlayStation 5 and $7.49 for PlayStation 4. This limited-time offer, from SEGA, ends on August 27, 2026. The game follows disgraced attorney Takayuki Yagami as he investigates a series of murders.
Crazy Taxi World Tour gets a new trailer
SEGA has released a new trailer for Crazy Taxi World Tour, highlighting its multiplayer features. The game is slated for release on Nintendo Switch and other platforms in 2027. While a closed network test will not be available on the Nintendo Switch, the full game will launch on the platform.
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 — live build-up and all the ONL announcements as they come in
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 is set to officially kick off the event on August 25, 2026, featuring major reveals from publishers like Ubisoft, Bandai Namco, and Capcom. Hosted by Geoff Keighley, the two-hour show will include trailers and announcements, with potential leaks of a new Worms game and Humankind 2 surfacing beforehand.
Acclaimed 2022 PS5 RPG 80% Off on PlayStation Store, Lowest Price
Soul Hackers 2, an acclaimed RPG released in 2022 for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, is currently available at an 80% discount on the PlayStation Store. Developed by Atlus and published by Sega, the game is priced at $11.99 for the base version and $17.99 for the Digital Premium Edition, with this limited-time deal ending on August 27.
Persona 6 will have a physical PS5 copy, leaving fans convinced Atlus is releasing the JRPG before Sony ditches discs in…
Fans are speculating that Atlus will release Persona 6 before Sony phases out physical discs in 2028, based on an announcement confirming a physical PlayStation 5 version. While no release date is set, Sony plans to cease manufacturing physical discs for new games in January 2028, leading to fan theories about an earlier launch for the JRPG.
Gamescom preview - why you should watch Opening Night Live and visit Cologne
Gamescom 2026 is set to be the largest video game event globally, taking place in Cologne from August 26-30. The event will feature reveals for titles like Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, Gears of War: E-Day, and The Witcher 3's new expansion, Songs Of The Past. Hosted by Geoff Keighley, the Opening Night Live show on August 25 will offer a preview of upcoming games, with many major industry players like Microsoft, Square Enix, and Nintendo in attendance, though Rockstar Games and Sony will be absent.
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 predictions: 5 games we'd like to see
This article predicts five games that could be featured at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026, including potential reveals or updates for Fable, The Witcher 4, Resident Evil Veronica, Hideo Kojima's OD, and Persona 6. It also mentions confirmed trailers for Silent Hill Townfall and Gears of War: E-Day.
The Big Question: What's your video game happy place?
Several Eurogamer staff members share their personal 'happy places' in video games, discussing titles that offer comfort, nostalgia, or a sense of accomplishment. These range from the expansive exploration of No Man's Sky and the challenging yet meditative worlds of FromSoftware games to the simple joys found in games like Super Mario 64 and Rollercoaster Tycoon Classic.
Atlus on how Persona could have ended after Persona 2, Persona 3 “was the critical moment of whether the series would continue or not”
Atlus producer Kazuhisa Wada revealed that the Persona series nearly ended after Persona 2, with Persona 3 being a critical turning point for its continuation. Wada discussed how the team looked to the Tales of series for inspiration to broaden the appeal beyond core fans, implementing significant gameplay and UI changes in Persona 3. The article also mentions the availability of Persona 3 Portable and Persona 3 Reload on Nintendo platforms.
SEGA and Atlus Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale live with Sonic Mania, Virtua Fighter 5, and more at new low prices
SEGA and Atlus are holding a sale on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch, featuring significant discounts of up to 85 percent on various titles. Games like Sonic Mania, Virtua Fighter 5: Ultimate Showdown, Persona 5 Royal, and several Yakuza titles are available at reduced prices until September 1, 2026.
Alien: Isolation 2 Won’t Receive A Release Date at Gamescom
Creative Assembly has confirmed that Alien: Isolation 2 will not receive a release date announcement at Gamescom. While a playable prologue will be available, the studio stated that a release date is not ready to be shared. The game is in development for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
What games would you play in the Hyperbolic Time Chamber?
Many gamers struggle with large backlogs of unplayed titles, leading to a desire for more time to enjoy them. The article uses the Dragon Ball universe's Hyperbolic Time Chamber as a metaphor for a place where time moves slower, allowing for extensive gaming sessions. The author reflects on personal gaming habits and the challenge of keeping up with new releases while trying to finish existing games.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Aug. 21: The Humble Store Summer Sale continues
This article rounds up various PC game deals available from multiple digital storefronts, including Humble Store, Battle.net, GamesPlanet, Ubisoft Store, Green Man Gaming, Epic Games Store, Amazon Luna, Fanatical, Gamebillet, GOG.com, and Steam. Notable sales include Humble Store's Summer Sale, Battle.net's August Game Deals, and Ubisoft's Gamescom sale, featuring discounts on a wide range of titles.
Weekend Console Download Deals for Aug. 21: Catching up with Black Myth: Wukong
This weekend's console deals include significant discounts on Black Myth: Wukong for PlayStation and Xbox. Nintendo Switch owners can find deals on Sega titles, Dispatch, and BALL x PIT. Numerous other games across various genres are also on sale for PlayStation and Xbox platforms.
Alien: Isolation 2 release date "won't" be unveiled during Gamescom next week, confirm the survival…
Creative Assembly and Sega have confirmed that Alien: Isolation 2 will not have its release date revealed at Gamescom next week. Despite fan hopes, the developers explicitly stated that no release date will be unveiled during the event. The game is reportedly using Unreal Engine 5.
Den tecknade Golden Axe-serien har fått en trailer
Paramount has released a trailer for a new animated series based on Sega's classic game Golden Axe. The series will follow original characters Ax Battler, Tyris Flare, and Gilius Thunderhead as they fight against the villain Death Adder. The animated Golden Axe series is set to premiere on September 16.
A trailer for the Golden Axe animated series is full of self-referencing jokes
A trailer has been released for the Golden Axe animated series, which is set to premiere on Paramount+ on September 16. The trailer features self-referential jokes related to the classic Sega game franchise.