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Tupac Shakur, who has been dead since 1996, will appear in the next Yakuza game
Sega has announced that the likeness of the late rapper Tupac Shakur will appear in the upcoming Yakuza prequel, Stranger Than Heaven, set to release on January 15, 2027. The character, named Amaru, is being developed with permission from and in close collaboration with Tupac's estate, Amaru Entertainment, and RGG Studio, without the use of AI. Rapper Snoop Dogg, who also appears in the game, discussed the creative decision, stating it felt connected to the game's themes.
Stranger Than Heaven Gets Release Date and Tupac’s Likeness
Sega announced that Stranger Than Heaven will be released on January 15, 2027, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The game will feature the likeness of Tupac Shakur in a character, with Snoop Dogg involved in its creation. Several musicians, including Ado, Satoshi Fujihara, and Tori Kelly, will also contribute to the theme song.
Stranger Than Heaven just got stranger as Tupac is in it, out January 15th
RGG Studio announced that Stranger Than Heaven will launch on January 15th, 2027, for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, also launching day one on Xbox Game Pass. The game will feature appearances from real-life musicians Tupac Shakur and Snoop Dogg, with the story spanning multiple time periods and cities.
STRANGER THAN HEAVEN release date set for January 2027
Sega and Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio have announced that STRANGER THAN HEAVEN will launch on January 15, 2027, for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. The game features a cast including Tupac, Snoop Dogg, and others, with Snoop Dogg also contributing to the theme song. Tupac's character, Amaru, is being developed with his estate's supervision and without AI.
Everything Announced at Summer Game Fest 2026
Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a multitude of game announcements, including Resident Evil: Veronica Remake, Alien Isolation 2, and a new Cuphead game. Fumito Ueda's GenAtlas, a new Mortal Shell sequel, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin were also revealed. The event also featured updates and release dates for titles like Stranger Than Heaven, Palworld, and Final Fantasy VII Revelation, with a surprise appearance by Tifa in Street Fighter 6.
Summer Game Fest Live 2026: All The Biggest Announcements And Games
Summer Game Fest Live 2026 showcased a multitude of new game announcements and trailers. Highlights included reveals for Resident Evil: Code Veronica Remake, Alien Isolation 2, Gen Atlas, Stranger Than Heaven, and the final chapter of the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy, Final Fantasy VII Revelation. Several studios also debuted new titles and updates for existing franchises, covering a wide range of genres.
SEGA plans for 4 major game releases this fiscal year
SEGA has announced plans to release four major video games between now and March 2027, with titles including Persona, Sonic the Hedgehog, and Stranger than Heaven. These mainstays are expected to be sold at or near full price, contributing to higher average selling prices in the fiscal year.
Everything announced at Summer Game Fest 2026 — from Final Fantasy 7 Revelation to Resident Evil Code Veronica…
Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a multitude of game announcements and trailers, including the reveal of Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, a remake of Resident Evil Code Veronica, and new titles like Stellar Blade Bloodrain and Alien Isolation 2. Several existing games also received updates or new content, such as Palworld 1.0 and a new season for Fortnite. The event also featured announcements for upcoming titles across various genres, with many slated for release in 2026 and 2027 on platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Everything announced at Summer Game Fest 2026
Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a multitude of new game announcements and trailers, including Resident Evil Veronica remake, Alien: Isolation 2, genAtlas, Stranger Than Heaven, and the highly anticipated Final Fantasy 7: Revelation. Several developers also revealed new projects, such as PlatinumGames' Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin and RGG Studio's Virtua Fighter: Crossroads. The event also featured updates on existing titles like Palworld and Fortnite, alongside reveals for new entries in franchises like Guild Wars and Monster Hunter.
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.
From Fable to Fire Emblem, here are 6 RPGs to watch at Summer Game Fest 2026
This article highlights six anticipated RPGs expected to be featured at Summer Game Fest 2026, including Fable, Stranger than Heaven, The Blood of Dawnwalker, Clockwork Revolution, Persona 4 Revival, and Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave. The author discusses potential release windows, developer updates, and reasons for their expected appearances at the event, with a focus on titles for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X.
Sega GaaS, Online Super Game Canceled
Sega has officially canceled its ambitious "Super Game" project, a games as a service (GaaS) initiative that was initially planned for a March 2026 release. The cancellation was confirmed in Sega Sammy's fiscal results presentation, with no specific reason provided beyond halting further investment. The report also noted underperformance from Rovio titles and Sonic Rumble, alongside delays for other upcoming games.
Hype Is Building for the First-Ever Five-Day Tokyo Game Show, But What New PS5 Games Will Be There?
This year's Tokyo Game Show will be its longest ever, expanding to five days from September 17th to 21st. While exhibitor details are still emerging, anticipation is high for potential reveals of major upcoming PlayStation 5 titles such as Final Fantasy 7 Remake's third installment, Dragon Quest 12, and Kingdom Hearts 4.
SEGA Cancels Its Super Game Project
SEGA has announced the cancellation of its ambitious "Super Game" project, which aimed to create new titles based on dormant franchises and push conventional game boundaries. While the specific reasons for the cancellation were not disclosed, the company reaffirmed its commitment to reviving classic series like Jet Set Radio, Crazy Taxi, Shinobi, Streets of Rage, and Golden Axe. Several other titles have also been internally delayed.
Sega Cancels Super Game Initiative as It Shifts Away From Live-Service Focus
Sega Sammy Holdings has canceled its Super Game initiative and is shifting away from live-service games due to underperforming free-to-play titles. The company will now focus on premium releases based on its established intellectual properties, reassigning some developers to work on core franchises. Upcoming titles include Persona 4 Revival, Stranger Than Heaven, Crazy Taxi, Jet Set Radio, Golden Axe, Streets of Rage, and the new Virtua Fighter.
Sega kills ‘super game’ initiative and abandons live service plans
Sega has officially scrapped its 'super game' initiative and abandoned its broader live service plans, citing struggles with free-to-play titles like Sonic Rumble Party and the unsuccessful integration of Rovio. While the future of projects like Jet Set Radio and Crazy Taxi remains uncertain regarding their live service elements, Sega is reallocating over 100 developers to focus on mainstay IPs and traditional game development.
Don't Worry, Sega Is Still Reviving Multiple Legacy Franchises
Sega Sammy has confirmed plans to revive multiple legacy franchises, including Crazy Taxi, Golden Axe, Jet Set Radio, and Streets of Rage, despite the cancellation of its 'Super Game' initiative. New titles for Virtua Fighter, Persona 4, Alien: Isolation, Total War, and Stranger Than Heaven are also in development, alongside movie and animation projects for IPs like Sonic the Hedgehog and Shinobi.
SEGA y Xbox presentan STRANGER THAN HEAVEN
SEGA and Xbox revealed new details for Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio's upcoming game, STRANGER THAN HEAVEN. The action-adventure title will feature a 50-year story spanning five eras and cities, an international cast including Snoop Dogg and Tori Kelly, and an innovative combat system. The game is set to release in winter for Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Xbox Cloud Gaming, Steam, and PlayStation 5.
PS5's Stranger Than Heaven Somehow Got Snoop Dogg and Ado on the Same Song
The theme song for the upcoming PlayStation 5 game Stranger Than Heaven features a surprising collaboration between hip-hop icon Snoop Dogg and Japanese pop star Ado. The track also includes vocals from Satoshi Fujihara and Tori Kelly. Ado will also voice a character in the game, while Snoop Dogg will play a smuggler named Orpheus. SEGA has not yet announced a release date for the theme song.
Stranger Than Heaven Uses Unified Multilingual Voice Track
RGG Studio revealed that Stranger Than Heaven will feature a unified multilingual voice track instead of separate Japanese and English versions. Characters will naturally switch languages based on context to preserve authenticity, with multiple language subtitles available. The game follows Makoto Daito across five decades of Japanese history, featuring five real-world inspired locations and a unique combat system where players control each limb independently.