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Virtua Fighter Crossroads Producer Says the Game Was Inspired by HBO's Watchmen Series
Virtua Fighter Crossroads producer Riichiro Yamada revealed that the revival of the fighting game series was inspired by HBO's Watchmen series. Yamada discussed the surprising source of inspiration for the highly anticipated game.
Virtua Fighter Crossroads isn't just a fighting game revival, it's a "sandbox RPG" that channels Watchmen and Detroit: Become Human
Virtua Fighter Crossroads, developed by RGG Studio, is a narrative-driven sandbox RPG that moves away from traditional fighting game mechanics. Producer Riichiro Yamada stated that the game is inspired by Watchmen and Detroit: Become Human, emphasizing player choice and a grounded, believable world. While it incorporates Virtua Fighter's combat, the focus is on a robust story mode and side content, aiming for a different experience than the Yakuza series.
Virtua Fighter Crossroads devs say Yu Suzuki called it what he 'imagined Virtua Fighter could be'
Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio revealed that Virtua Fighter Crossroads has received the approval of original creator Yu Suzuki, who stated it is what he "imagined Virtua Fighter could be." The game's creative director, Riichiro Yamada, shared Suzuki's positive reaction, which boosted the team's confidence. The article also touches on the game's story mode, which has drawn comparisons to both Shenmue and the Like a Dragon series.
They Got Shenmue In Your Virtua Fighter (And Yu Suzuki Said Go For It)
RGG Studios' creative director Riichiro Yamada revealed that Yu Suzuki, the creator of Shenmue and Virtua Fighter, gave his approval for the new story-driven direction of Virtua Fighter Crossroads. Suzuki's positive feedback motivated the team to incorporate more narrative elements into the fighting game, moving beyond its arcade roots.
Virtua Fighter: Crossroads Focuses On Its Reinvention, But The 1v1 Legacy Lives On
Sega's Virtua Fighter Crossroads, developed by RGG Studio, is a reinvention of the classic fighting game series, incorporating action-adventure elements and a story-driven presentation. Producer Riichiro Yamada stated that while the game aims to appeal to a broader audience and stand out in a niche genre, it will retain its core one-on-one Virtua Fighter mechanics and include rollback netcode for a better online experience.
Summer Game Fest 2026: Hands-on and more details on 6 upcoming PS5 games
Summer Game Fest Play Days showcased several upcoming PlayStation 5 titles, including Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, Crazy Taxi: World Tour, gen Atlas, Silent Hill: Townfall, Sonic Pico Park, and Virtua Fighter Crossroads. Hands-on demos and presentations provided new details on gameplay, story elements, and release windows for these anticipated games.
VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS™ Injects Cinematic Storytelling to Reinvent the Legendary Franchise
SEGA of America and RGG Studio have revealed Virtua Fighter Crossroads, a new installment in the fighting game series set to launch in 2027. The game will feature a narrative-driven action-adventure experience with a dynamic new combat system and an omnibus story told through four protagonists. Acclaimed writers David Hayter and Brad Kane are contributing to the narrative.
Virtua Fighter 6 Leak Reveals New Character, Old Favorite, And A Fresh Title
A leaked online presentation has revealed new details about the upcoming Virtua Fighter 6, including a new character named Cielo and an older version of Pai Chan. The game, tentatively titled Virtua Fighter Crossroads, appears to draw visual inspiration from Street Fighter 6 while maintaining Virtua Fighter's signature martial arts realism. Producer Riichiro Yamada and other RGG Studio staff were featured in the footage, suggesting an official reveal is imminent.
Virtua Fighter 6 Leak Reveals New Character, Old Favorite, And A Fresh Title
A leaked online presentation for Virtua Fighter 6, tentatively titled Virtua Fighter Crossroads, has revealed new character "Cielo" and an older version of Pai Chan, alongside gameplay footage. The leak also showcased visual inspiration from Street Fighter 6 while maintaining Virtua Fighter's signature martial arts realism. Producer Riichiro Yamada of RGG Studio briefly commented on the footage, confirming its authenticity.
