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News SEGA Revenue Declines 8%, Despite a Seemingly Strong Year
Sale of Amplitude Studios, Football Manager 25 blamed
SEGA, a subsidiary of parent company SEGA Sammy Holdings, has published its financial results for the nine months ending 31st December 2024, in which it cancelled Football Manager 25. Despite an 88% increase in profit for its Entertainment Contents Division (attributed in part to the success of...
News Sonic X Shadow Generations Speeds Past 2 Million Copies Sold
Hedgehog fund
Sonic X Shadow Generations, the enhanced remaster of the fan favourite platformer, has now surpassed worldwide sales of 2 million units. SEGA confirms the stat as part of its latest quarterly earnings report. The game launched in October of last year to strong reviews, with most heaping praise on the brand new Shadow Generations...
News Football Manager 25 Hooked Before Kick Off on PS5
All attention now on Football Manager 26
Football Manager 25 has been hooked, with developer Sports Interactive focusing on Football Manager 26 instead. This year’s version – which had already been delayed twice and was due in March – was being billed as a massive leap forward for the popular spreadsheet sim, but the studio has decided to call...
News Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Story Trailer Sets the Scene for Crazy Side Game
Narrated by Samoa Joe
RGG Studio has revealed a new Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii trailer today that's designed to set up the plot of the wild Majima-focused game. AEW wrestler Samoa Joe, who plays pirate king Laymond Law in the game, provides the narration. Check it out above. The PS5, PS4 game takes place after the events of Infinite...
News Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Has Its Own Shanty Anthem
Yo ho, we are the Goro Pirates
Is any RGG game genuinely complete without a big melodramatic musical number? We don't think so, and Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii looks set to be full of pirate earworms. Case in point, the official anthem of the Goro Pirates has been revealed, with the stirring shanty getting its own music video. Goro's big...
News Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Embarks in Adventure Overview Trailer
Pirate pun
Setting sail on 21st February on PS5 and PS4, the absurd Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is certainly looking pretty ship-shape. In an expansive overview trailer, we glimpse the island adventures that await long-time antagonist Goro Majima as he seemingly disassociates from reality entirely. This strange odyssey will have Goro...
News Two Point Museum Reminds You It's a Proper Management Sim in Latest Trailer
All about the money
SEGA has released a new trailer for its upcoming management sim, Two Point Museum. The video puts an emphasis on the game's core management systems. As you'd expect from the series, the lighthearted tone hides a range of things for you to keep track of if you're to run an effective museum. This broadly centres around your...
News A PS5 Re-Release of SEGA RPG Classic Skies of Arcadia No Longer Seems Up in the Air
Blue sky thinking
Cult classic Dreamcast and GameCube RPG Skies of Arcadia could be on the cusp of a comeback. Gematsu spotted trademarks registered by publisher SEGA earlier this month for the titles ‘Skies of Arcadia’ and ‘Eternal Arcadia’. The 2000 fan favourite was released under the latter name in Japan. After attracting critical accl
News Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Goes Full Black Flag with Insane Naval Combat Gameplay
It's all cannon
We already knew that naval combat is going to be a big part of Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, but this new gameplay trailer do a fantastic job of selling the Mad Dog's high seas shenanigans. For those out of the loop, the latest Like a Dragon game stars an amnesiac Majima, who somehow ends up captaining a proper pirate...
News Secret to Sonic X Shadow Generations Success? SEGA Says Transmedia
"Furthermore, this fiscal year is themed 'Fearless: Year of Shadow'"
Sonic X Shadow Generations is sustaining a shockingly brisk pace and has just passed another impressive sales milestone. We imagine SEGA is pretty chuffed: more than two million copies have been sold, with a million additional sales following the game's launch window in October...
News Free SEGA Account Reveals Rewards for Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii on PS5, PS4
Kiryu's suit is out of the closet again
Like every publisher in the industry, SEGA wants to keep you captive. To do that, it’s launched a new SEGA Account which will eventually span all of its games but is starting with Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. While it’s optional, creating the account will reward you with in-game goodies and...
Preview Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Is an Absurd, Great Twist on Like a Dragon
Hands on impressions after two hours of play
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is the sort of video game name where the subtitle warrants a sentence all to itself. Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. RGG Studio has always embraced the series' comical facets, but not until now has it ever been so blatant and — quite frankly — proud of them. After more...
News Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Unloads PS5, PS4 Combat Overview Trailer
Shiver our timbers
Looking increasingly ship-shape, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii arrives next month on PS5 and PS4 worldwide on 21st February. SEGA has offloaded a solid gameplay overview trailer (using an impressive number of pirate puns) to hold you over in the meantime, highlighting Majima's suitably savage combat options. The Mad Dog...
News Metaphor: ReFantazio PS5, PS4 Patch 1.11 Brings Neat Menu Updates
Speed up the process
Atlus has issued a rare Metaphor: ReFantazio patch for all consoles and PC that adds a few new menu options that make navigating them quicker and easier. Updating the PS5, PS4 editions to version 1.11, the update introduces the ability to change your battle formation and swap party members in and out from both the main menu and...
News New Ecco the Dolphin Trademarks Have Fans Hoping for New Game
But do they really mean anything?
Trademark renewals don't always mean anything, but fresh registrations relating to the classic Ecco the Dolphin series have brought fans back from the dead with hopes they may be tied to a new game. Both registered on 27th December 2024 and made public yesterday, SEGA has renewed its "Ecco the Dolphin" and "Ecco"...
News Nautical Yakuza Goes Viral As Fans Fall in Love with New Piratical Like a Dragon on PS5, PS4
Ship shape
Could a gag game end up out-pirating the real pirate games? That’s the question Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii fans are pondering. SEGA hosted a short livestream to reveal new details about the forthcoming nautical escapade earlier this week, and some of its naval combat footage has gone viral. Many have pointed out how it...
News Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Won't Lock New Game+ Behind Paid DLC
Unlike Infinite Wealth
Some welcome news has arrived from the latest Like a Dragon Direct broadcast: upcoming action adventure Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii won't be placing its New Game+ mode behind a paywall. If you're not sure why that's a big deal, it's because Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, which launched last year, sold New Game+ as...
News Like a Dragon Direct Announced, with Way More Info on PS5, PS4's Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
Set sail
SEGA and RGG Studio have announced that they'll be hosting a new Like a Dragon Direct this week, on the 9th January, at 5pm GMT / 6pm CET / 9am Pacific / 12pm Eastern. The broadcast will provide more information on Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, which is still set to launch on the 21st February. Forgive us for pointing this out...
News Your First Look at Virtua Fighter PS5 Will Drop Jaws
Smooth as butter
SEGA and graphics card manufacturer Nvidia’s storied relationship is well documented, so it’s no surprise CEO Jensen Huang debuted a few seconds of footage from the new Virtua Fighter game during its CES 2025 presentation. The clip was described as in-engine, and is presumably still very early in-development. However, the...
News Sonic the Hedgehog Is Now a Billion-Dollar Movie Franchise
That's super
Paramount Pictures has announced that its Sonic the Hedgehog movie series has now surpassed a total of $1 billion at the global box office. The third film in the franchise, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, recently hit cinemas, where it's enjoyed a successful run and positive reviews. Paramount made the announcement of the milestone on its...
News Bayonetta Turns 15, Announcements Planned to Celebrate
PlatinumGames to mark 15th anniversary
PlatinumGames has revealed it has "various announcements" planned to help celebrate the 15th anniversary of its PS3 action game Bayonetta, which initially released in October 2009 in Japan. It made its way to the USA and Europe a few months later in January 2010, so the latter Western launch is being used as...
News Jim Carrey 'Open' to Reprising Robotnik Role in Subsequent Sonic Movies
He loves that hedgehog
One of the best things about the live action Sonic movies is Jim Carrey's portrayal of Dr. Robotnik, with the actor earning praise in particular for the just-released Sonic the Hedgehog 3. In a recent interview, Carrey has shared that he's "open" to the idea of coming back for further films. "In general they come to me...
News Like a Dragon Director Says Project Century Speculation Entirely Wrong
We predict muscular men will show off their tattoos
Revealed at The Game Awards 2024, Project Century is a mysterious title from developer RGG Studios, the prolific team behind the Like a Dragon / Yakuza series. Very little is known about the game, except for its seemingly historical Japanese setting in 1915. Naturally, this has led to fan...
News Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Just Keeps on Getting Bigger
"The volume increased by itself"
We've been noting with increasing alarm the leviathan developer RGG Studios appears to have on its hands with the upcoming Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, out 21st February on PS5. In October, the developer suggested that the game would be quite a bit longer than the recent Kiryu spinoff, The Man Who Erased...
News SEGA Is Pondering a PS Plus-Esque Subscription of Its Own
Could it include a catalogue of classics?
Between titles like Metaphor ReFantazio and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, to name just two, SEGA has had one helluva year. But the company is not done yet: it’s announced a new Virtua Fighter, is bringing back fan favourites likes Crazy Taxi, and even seems to have Sonic the Hedgehog sprinting in a...
News Even in a Wacky Nautical Spin-Off, Yakuza Just Feels Wrong in English
Japanese only
Nah, we just can’t do it. Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii may be a wacky nautical spin on the long-running series, but it still just doesn’t sound right in English. To be fair to SEGA, it’s assembled one helluva cast here. Matt Mercer, best known for voicing Leon S. Kennedy in Resident Evil and Jotaro Kujo in JoJo’s...
News That Was Fast: Paramount Confirms a Fourth Sonic Movie for 2027
Hopefully it's better than the actual Sonic 4
Hot on the heels of the theatrical release of Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Paramount Pictures has confirmed that a fourth instalment in the movie series is on the way. As reported by Variety, the company tentatively slated Sonic the Hedgehog 4 for release in spring 2027. The Sonic films have been big hits for...
Round Up Reviews Dub Sonic 3 Movie the Best of the Trilogy
No shadow of a doubt
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 makes its debut in movie theatres around the world tomorrow, 20th December 2024, and the first batch of reviews recently went live. So, is it another solid family film, or is it a shadow of the past two films? Fortunately, it sounds like Sonic 3 is the best of the bunch. While the reviews of course vary,...
News SEGA President Calls Sonic Superstars a 'Disappointment'
Sonic X Shadows Generations is "awesome"
SEGA president Shuji Utsumi has called Sonic Superstars a "disappointment" in comparison to the company's most recent Sonic outing, Sonic X Shadow Generations, which he says is "awesome". Utsumi admits that Superstars' shortcomings are ultimately the result of the quality of work the studio delivered. In a...
Ready?
A new Virtua Fighter game is in-development now at Yakuza maker Ryu ga Gotoku Studio – and we’ll see more of the release in action during a VF Direct imminently. We’ll update this article once the new information is shared, but for now all we have to go on is a new look for series star Akira in a clip where he’s battling fellow...
News SEGA's Not Telling Us Much About Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds for PS5, PS4
New road awaits
A new Sonic Racing game is in development, but here’s the briefest of hints from The Game Awards. We basically get to see a few seconds of Shadow the Hedgehog’s fist, as he jumps into a black-and-red sports car. <related ids="175687"> Unfortunately, there’s no release date or no mention of gameplay mechanics or roster...
News Like a Dragon Dev RGG Studio Announces Brand New Game Set in 1915 Japan
Project Century
RGG Studio, the team behind the Like a Dragon / Yakuza franchise, has announced a brand new game set in 1915 Japan. Its working title is Project Century, and it stars a rather violent man. What else is new for this developer? Right off the bat, this looks like a real step-up from the Like a Dragon games in terms of setting; there's...
News Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Has a Smorgasbord of Silly Side Activities
There's no limits to what a pirate gets up to
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii does appear to be diving off at the deep end tonally – or should that be diving off the wooden plank? Nevertheless, it’s the side-content that tends to take the SEGA series in a particularly silly direction, and the latest entry will be no different. In...
News Anime Fighter Sequel Demon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles 2 Confirmed for PS5, PS4
An inevitability
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Hinokami Chronicles is getting a sequel — and we can't say that we're surprised. Released for PS5 and PS4 in 2021, The Hinokami Chronicles adapts the early story arcs of super-popular manga and anime property Demon Slayer into the form of an arena fighter. It was developed by CyberConnect2,...
News Sonic 3 Trailer Is Embracing Chaos in Our Best Look at the Movie Yet
Sh(ad)ow time
The third Sonic movie is speeding towards its December debut, and SEGA and Paramount have just released the latest trailer to get fans ready for the big day. It provides the best look yet at the film, which focuses on Shadow the Hedgehog (Keanu Reeves) as he works with multigenerational Eggmen to conquer the world. Of course, Sonic,...
News Virtua Fighter 5: Ultimate Showdown Fighting Back with Big PS4 Balance Update
But Steam secures even better version
After effectively confirming a new Virtua Fighter is planned, SEGA has also announced a big balance update to Virtua Fighter 5: Ultimate Showdown, the e-sports leaning version of the classic brawler released on the PS4. This update will deploy in the winter on Sony’s console, alongside a massively im
News Way Past Cool! Sonic 3 Movie's Media Package Includes a Working Genesis Cartridge
New trailer coming very soon
Paramount and SEGA's upcoming movie Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is hitting theatres in just under a month, and to drum up some hype, it's sent out an extremely cool press package to the media. Inside a fancy box with some other materials is a SEGA Genesis game box, featuring some custom cover art featuring Sonic, Shadow, and...
News SEGA Heaps Praise on Atlus Following Strong Metaphor: ReFantazio Sales
ReFantastico
Atlus has become an integral part of the SEGA machine since its acquisition all the way back in 2013. SEGA snapped the Persona developer up when its previous parent company faced bankruptcy, and in more recent years, the publisher has pumped serious resources into key projects — especially with regards to marketing. The bottom line...
News Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii on PS5, PS4 Looks Mad, Dog
Sea it to believe it
SEGA’s really gone off the deep end with Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. A new info dump and a couple of short gameplay clips reveal what we mean, as they introduce Assassin’s Creed-esque naval battles and protagonist Majima’s new mythical sea creature special moves. As was the case in Like a Dragon Gaiden: The...
News Sonic X Shadow Generations Producer Wants to Remake the Worst Game in the Series for PS5
06, here we go again
Sonic has enjoyed plenty of highs, but he’s also experienced some extreme lows. Chief among those was the PS3 game Sonic the Hedgehog, known colloquially by fans as Sonic 06. It was a disaster, earning a Metacritic rating of 43. But Sonic X Shadow Generations producer Shun Nakamura, speaking at a fan event in Indonesia,...
Sweep the new board
SEGA’s released a surprisingly generous update to the PS5 and PS4’s only real Mario Party alternative, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Sweep the Board. Available now, for free, everyone who owns the game will be able to enjoy an entire new board, inspired by the Hashira Training Arc from the manga and anime. This includes...
News SEGA Is Delisting a Bunch of Retro Games, And It's Got Fans Thinking
Is a new compilation incoming?
SEGA will delist a laundry list of classic Mega Drive and Dreamcast games from various storefronts from 6th December, prompting many fans to ponder how the publisher plans to replace them. While PlayStation is the least affected format due to its lack of backwards compatibility with the PS3, it will lose the SEGA Mega...
News SEGA Is Bringing Back Its Iconic Virtua Fighter Franchise for PS5
Are we dreaming?
SEGA is on a charm offensive. The legendary Japanese publisher, which has launched some of the best games of 2024, is reviving an array of favourites – including Crazy Taxi, Jet Set Radio, Golden Axe, Shinobi, and Streets of Rage. But you can add Yu Suzuki’s iconic Virtua Fighter to that list, as confirmed in an interview with
News PS5 Tycoon Title Two Point Museum's Wailon Lodge Will Give You the Willies
Paranormal activity
Larger-than-life tycoon title Two Point Museum has already confirmed prehistoric and aquarium exhibits, but we suppose today represents the perfect moment to reveal its spooky institution. Wailon Lodge, a paranormal property, will be yours to curate, as you populate it with Polterguest Rooms and other areas of supernatural...
News Gotta Sell Fast! Sonic X Shadow Generations Has Already Surpassed 1 Million Copies Sold
A quick buck
Sonic X Shadow Generations officially launches today, 25th October, 2024, and it's already performing extremely well. In a press release, SEGA confirms that the new title has already sold more than one million copies. As reported by Sonic Stadium, the figure is the total across all platforms and includes physical and digital sales...
News Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Significantly Longer Than Kiryu's Recent Spin-Off
Majima's big adventure
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii will plunder PS5 and PS5 ports from 21st February, starring the undeniably charismatic antagonist Goro Majima this time around. It will also be quite a bit longer than the Kiryu-centric Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name, as much as one-and-a-half times the length. That's...
Review Sonic X Shadow Generations (PS5) - Shadow the Star of This Splendid Platforming Package
Prickly business
Back in 2011, Sonic Generations was heralded as a return to form for SEGA's spiky mascot. After a spate of poorly-received games, Sonic Team finally brought the hedgehog back with this simple and reflective title, celebrating the character's 20th anniversary. 13 years later, this fan favourite has returned with a remaster on modern...
No beating around the bush
SEGA’s not really being secretive about the reason behind its Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii release date change. In a video message, anchored by director Masayoshi Yokoyama, he admitted that the new 21st February launch will allow you to “play the game that comes after it with peace of mind”. That game is...
Tharrr she blows
Zany spin-off Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii has caught a strong headwind – and will release one week earlier on PS5 and PS4. Originally planned for 28th February, SEGA must have heard word of sea shanties involving the release date of Monster Hunter Wilds, and has decided to move forward to 21st February instead. This...
News Serve Real Royalty in SEGA's Surreal Metaphor: ReFantazio Competition
Well, self-proclaimed royalty, anyway
Mirroring the fantastical plotline of Metaphor: ReFantazio, SEGA is giving one lucky fan the chance to win a real-world royal title and become the "Hand to the Sovereign Prince of Sealand." That's right—you can become the personal retainer of His Royal Majesty, Prince Liam Bates of The Principality of Sealand,...
