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Crazy Taxi World Tour officially announced, Sega immediately upsets everyone by announcing it used generative AI
Sega officially announced Crazy Taxi: World Tour, set to launch in 2027 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox Series X. The announcement was met with controversy as Sega confirmed the use of generative AI in the game's development, sparking player backlash.
XBOX Games Showcase 2026 Recap: The Return of Exclusives, World Premieres, and Anniversary Hardware
The XBOX Games Showcase 2026 highlighted numerous upcoming titles, including Gears of War: E-Day, Clockwork Revolution, and Senua, with many confirmed as XBOX console exclusives. The event also celebrated XBOX's 25th anniversary with the announcement of limited edition hardware and revealed new trailers and gameplay for games like Fable, Halo: Campaign Evolved, and Persona 6.
Crazy Taxi World Tour reboots the series in 2027
The Crazy Taxi series is set to reboot with a new installment titled Crazy Taxi World Tour, scheduled for release in 2027. The announcement was made with a brief teaser, reviving the iconic arcade racing franchise.
Sega Announces Crazy Taxi: World Tour, Coming to PC and Consoles in 2027
Sega has announced Crazy Taxi: World Tour, a revival of the beloved franchise set to launch in 2027 for PC and consoles. Further details about the game's content and specific platforms are expected closer to release.
Crazy Taxi: World Tour revives the classic franchise and goes global!
SEGA has announced Crazy Taxi: World Tour, a revival of the classic franchise helmed by original creator Kenji Kanno. The game will feature a story-driven campaign with players controlling Axel on a global adventure, new maps across five cities, multiplayer modes, vehicle customization, and a classic arcade mode. Crazy Taxi: World Tour is slated for release in 2027 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch.
Crazy Taxi World Tour coming to Switch 2
SEGA has unveiled Crazy Taxi World Tour, a new entry in the beloved racing series, confirmed for the Nintendo Switch 2 and also shown at the Xbox Game Show. The announcement was accompanied by a trailer featuring the iconic song 'All I Want' by The Offspring, signaling SEGA's intent to revive older franchises.
Crazy Taxi: World Tour announced
Sega has announced Crazy Taxi: World Tour, a new installment in the taxi racing series set to release in 2027 for PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PlayStation 5. The game features Axel chasing down thieves who stole his taxi across five global cities, offering extreme driving missions, a story-driven campaign, customization options, and multiplayer modes.
SEGA Provides More Detail After Generative AI Sours Crazy Taxi: World Tour PS5 Announcement
SEGA has provided further details regarding the use of generative AI in the development of Crazy Taxi: World Tour, confirming its use for background assets which were reviewed by the development team. The company stated that generative AI is an optional support tool to help developers focus on creative tasks. The game is set for release on PlayStation 5 in 2027.
Crazy Taxi: World Tour PS5 Only Used Generative AI for 'Reference', Insists Series Creator
Series creator Kenji Kanno clarified that generative AI was used solely as a reference tool for artists in the development of Crazy Taxi: World Tour, with all final assets created by humans. SEGA Corporation had previously stated that AI was used to support the development of background assets, which were subject to review. The game is set for a 2027 release on PlayStation 5.
Everything Announced at Xbox Showcase 2026
The Xbox Games Showcase 2026 featured numerous announcements, including Gears of War: E-Day, Fable, Halo: Campaign Evolved, and Persona 6. Several new games and DLCs were revealed, with many slated for 2026 and 2027 releases across PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. Microsoft also celebrated Xbox's 25th anniversary with a special edition console.
How to watch Summer Game Fest 2026 from the UK and what games will be shown
Summer Game Fest 2026 is scheduled to begin on Friday, June 5th at 10 PM BST in the UK, running for two hours. The showcase, hosted by Geoff Keighley, will feature gameplay trailers for confirmed titles like Star Wars Zero Company and updates on Fortnite and Among Us. Rumors suggest potential reveals for Resident Evil Code: Veronica remake and a new Hot Wheels game.
Summer Game Fest 2026 live report - all the news and announcements from Geoff Keighley's E3 but not E3 showcase
Summer Game Fest 2026 is set to feature a two-hour showcase hosted by Geoff Keighley, promising to reveal the future of video games. Expected announcements include Star Wars: Zero Company, a new Crazy Taxi game, and potential reveals for Guild Wars 3, Persona 6, and Mass Effect 5. The event will cover news and announcements live, with a YouTube stream starting earlier.
Summer Game Fest 2026 and State of Play - every PS5, Xbox, and Nintendo rumour
This article compiles numerous rumors and predictions for upcoming announcements at Summer Game Fest, State of Play, and other gaming showcases. It covers potential reveals for games across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch platforms, including new titles, sequels, remakes, and DLC from major publishers like Sony, Microsoft, Nintendo, Ubisoft, and Capcom.
Sega leaker drops new Jet Set Radio, Sonic, Persona, and Crazy Taxi rumors
A Sega insider, who previously leaked footage of the upcoming Jet Set Radio reboot, has shared new rumors about unannounced projects. These include claims that a new Crazy Taxi game will launch before Jet Set Radio, multiple Sonic the Hedgehog announcements are planned for this year with improved character models, and Persona may be heading to Fortnite. The leaker also mentioned a new Ace Attorney announcement, a Nintendo Switch version of Metaphor: ReFantazio, and potential development for Puyo Puyo and Phantasy Star Online 3.
Games Inbox: Is Destiny 2 a dead game now?
Readers discuss the current state of Destiny 2, with one questioning if it's a 'dead game' due to Bungie's handling of content and vaulting. Other topics include the timing of summer gaming showcases, Nintendo's pricing strategy, Sega's revival of old franchises, and the decline of traditional game announcements.
Sega teases new Crazy Taxi game reveal for next month
Sega has released a teaser for an upcoming Crazy Taxi game, suggesting a reveal is imminent. The company previously announced plans to revive several classic franchises, including Crazy Taxi, Jet Set Radio, Golden Axe, and Streets Of Rage. The new Crazy Taxi is reportedly a massively multiplayer driving game developed by Sega's Sapporo Studio.
SEGA posts short teaser video showing Crazy Taxi is alive and well
SEGA has released a teaser video for a new Crazy Taxi game, described as a "Triple-A" title featuring "massively multiplayer driving." Original director Kenji Kanno is involved in the reboot, which is rumored to be an open-world game set on the West Coast of America. This comes as SEGA also announced the cancellation of its "Super Game" initiative and a reduced focus on Games as a Service, despite rumors suggesting the Crazy Taxi and Jet Set Radio reboots will adopt a GaaS model.
Sega's Crazy Taxi Revival Shows Signs Of Life In New Five-Second Teaser
Sega has provided a brief teaser for its Crazy Taxi revival, showing a taxi sign lighting up. The company confirmed plans to revive legacy franchises, including Crazy Taxi, Golden Axe, Jet Set Radio, and Streets of Rage, with Crazy Taxi described as a "triple AAA" massive multiplayer driving experience.
Crazy Taxi Social Media Has Been Brought Back To Life, Hinting At Reveal Soon
SEGA has revived the social media accounts for its Crazy Taxi series, posting a cryptic teaser that suggests a reveal may be imminent. This marks the first activity from the franchise's online presence since 2019, following SEGA's announcement in 2022 of plans to reboot the series and a recent shift away from live-service projects.
SEGA Revives Crazy Taxi Social Media Ahead of New PS5 Game Reveal
SEGA has revived the social media accounts for Crazy Taxi for the first time in seven years, sparking speculation about a new game. The company is reportedly working on a reboot of the arcade series, with some suggesting it could be an online multiplayer title. A reveal at an upcoming event like State of Play or Summer Game Fest seems likely, with the Xbox Showcase also a possibility.
