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How to sign up for the Crazy Taxi: World Tour Closed Network Test
Sega is holding a Closed Network Test for Crazy Taxi: World Tour in September on PC, Xbox Series X, and PlayStation 5. Fans can sign up via the game's website by creating or logging into a Sega account and answering a survey. Selected participants will be notified via email in early September, with the test running from September 11 to September 13.
Sega's Dreamcast retro console is still getting new games 25 years after it was abandoned
Despite being discontinued 25 years ago, Sega's Dreamcast console continues to receive new game releases. The retro console remains popular among gamers who appreciate its simpler technology while still offering online play capabilities.
SEGA announces Crazy Taxi: World Tour for Nintendo Switch 2 [update: new trailer]
SEGA has announced Crazy Taxi: World Tour for the Nintendo Switch 2, set to release in 2027. The game features protagonist Axel chasing down masked villains who stole his taxi, with gameplay focused on extreme driving, a globetrotting campaign across five cities, and multiplayer modes. A new trailer was released for the game.
Crazy Taxi: World Tour Closed Network Test Announced for September, Includes 2 Multiplayer Modes
Sega has announced a closed network test for Crazy Taxi: World Tour, which will be available for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC from September 11th to 13th. Participants can register until August 31st for a chance to play two multiplayer modes, Pickup Race and Cops ‘N’ Cabbies, with matchmaking and custom match options. The full game is slated for release next year on the same platforms and the Nintendo Switch.
Rockstar Games and GTA co-founder chimes in on the raging physical games debate: "If people want that, companies should provide it"
Rockstar Games co-founder Dan Houser and writer Lazlow Jones have weighed in on the debate surrounding physical versus digital game releases. Houser stated that if consumers want physical copies, companies should provide them, while Jones expressed appreciation for the convenience of digital downloads on devices like the Steam Deck. Both acknowledged the value of physical media, drawing parallels to their current work in comic books.
John Romero announced as keynote speaker for Gamescom Asia x Thailand Game Show
id Software co-founder John Romero has been announced as the keynote speaker for the business conference at Gamescom Asia x Thailand Game Show in Bangkok. The event, running from October 29th to November 1st, will feature speakers from companies like Tencent and Godot, and has expanded its floor space by 20% following a successful 2025 debut.
SEGA president: “SEGA’s music is truly amazing” and few companies can compete
SEGA president Shuji Utsumi stated in a Famitsu interview that SEGA's music is exceptional and few companies can rival its quality. He emphasized the amazing nature of SEGA's soundtracks.
Sonic Frontiers director set to have 6-article column on game’s development
Sonic Frontiers director Morio Kishimoto will detail the game's development in a new six-article column on the official Sonic the Hedgehog website. The website has also opened a fan forum to gather questions for the series.
Sega like physical games too, says their president, but with the shift to digital they're keeping the humble PC in mind
Sega president Shuji Utsumi stated that while the company still has a fondness for physical games, they recognize the increasing importance of digital distribution, particularly for the PC market. He noted that many players globally do not have easy access to consoles and that strengthening digital offerings is key to reaching a wider audience. Sega is considering how to balance physical and digital elements as they shift their strategy.
Something for the Weekend – 25/07/26
This week's gaming news includes the release date announcement for God of War Laufey, a delay for Tomb Raider Catalyst, and Xbox testing advert-supported game streaming. New titles like Wreckreation 2 and Modern Warfare 4 were also revealed, alongside reviews for Splatoon Raiders, Granblue Fantasy: Relink, and Halo: Campaign Evolved.
Sega Won’t Ditch Physical Media, But Says Digital Expansion Is Vital
Sega president Shuji Utsumi stated that while digital expansion is vital for global reach, the company remains committed to producing physical media. He acknowledged the industry's shift towards digital distribution for 'full games' on consoles and PCs, but emphasized valuing the culture of physical releases and aiming to balance both formats. This stance contrasts with Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot's view that the end of PlayStation disc production won't significantly disturb the industry.
After Persona 6 reveal, Sega promises to give Atlus' beloved JRPG series "the lively 30th anniversary…
Sega president Shuji Utsumi has promised a lively 30th anniversary celebration for the Persona series, beginning with the teaser trailer for Persona 6. He expressed confidence that fans will be pleased with the upcoming reveals and events planned for the anniversary year, which also includes "Persona 4 Revival."
Morning Consolidation
Sega president Haruki Satomi expressed the company's continued value for physical media, contrasting with PlayStation's apparent move towards an all-digital future. The article also briefly mentions an outage of the PlayStation Network shortly after the release of Marvel's Spider-Man 2.
Ubisoft CEO suggests there are pros and cons to Sony's plan to end the production of discs, 'but I think it…
Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot believes Sony's plan to end physical game disc production by January 2028 will not significantly disrupt the industry. He suggests that a digital-only approach could lead to more accessible hardware prices, similar to trends seen in PC gaming. While acknowledging both advantages and disadvantages, Guillemot anticipates minimal overall impact on the gaming landscape.
Sega isn't "abandoning" physical games: president reminds everyone "we used to develop consoles," but says it's eyeing PC gaming in an increasingly digital future
Sega president Shuji Utsumi stated the company is not abandoning physical games but is focusing on improving digital releases due to the increasing global popularity of PC gaming. While acknowledging Japan's preference for physical media, Utsumi emphasized the need to strengthen digital products to reach a wider, global audience. Sega is also considering the important elements of digital media while simultaneously trying to make a shift, rather than completely abandoning physical culture.
Sega president says 'we still value the culture of physical media' but 'believe that a digital shift is…
Sega president Shuji Utsumi stated that while the company values physical media, a digital shift is crucial for the future of console and PC gaming. He emphasized the need to strengthen digitalization to cultivate the market, especially with the increasing proportion of PC players globally. Utsumi also acknowledged Sony's plans to end new game disc production in 2028, noting that Sega, despite its history as a hardware provider, is adapting to the evolving landscape.
"We still value the culture of physical media" As PlayStation prepares for an all-digital future, Sega president comes out in support of discs
Sega president Shuji Utsumi expressed support for physical media, contrasting with Sony's planned discontinuation of disc manufacturing by 2028. While acknowledging the importance of digital distribution, especially for PC gaming, Utsumi stated that Sega values the culture of physical media and aims to balance both digital and physical aspects in its strategy.
Sweeping, strafing and suppression: Total War: Warhammer 40,000 threatens to blow up Total War's combat fundamentals
Creative Assembly is discussing how Total War: Warhammer 40,000 will significantly alter the series' traditional combat mechanics, particularly focusing on ranged engagements. The game introduces more autonomous and flexible units, combined arms tactics, and individual soldier targeting, drawing inspiration from real-time strategy titles like Dawn of War.
Sega Wants to Balance Physical and Digital in Parallel Following End of PlayStation Discs
Sega has stated it has no plans to cease production of physical game discs, aiming to balance physical and digital releases. This comes in response to Sony's announcement that it will end PlayStation disc production in January 2028. Industry analysts like Daniel Ahmad and Dr. Serkan Toto commented on Sony's decision, comparing it to Apple's shift away from disc drives and predicting Sony will not reverse its stance.
SEGA’s new legacy games will “retain the essence of the original while adapting it to modern tastes”
SEGA is reviving classic IPs such as Crazy Taxi, Golden Axe, and Jet Set Radio, aiming to preserve their original essence while modernizing them. SEGA president and COO Shuji Utsumi expressed excitement for player reception to these upcoming remakes.