Recent Announcements from Sega and Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio
- At The Game Awards 2024, Sega alongside Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio unveiled exciting new titles, including a fresh entry in the iconic Virtua Fighter series.
- Details regarding the new Virtua Fighter are slated for release during a special livestream celebrating its 30th anniversary on December 13.
- Project Century, a historically-themed game set in Japan in 1915, was also introduced during the event.
Sega, in collaboration with Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio, which is renowned for the Yakuza/Like a Dragon franchise, has captivated gamers with two intriguing announcements at The Game Awards 2024. This includes the revival of the long-established Virtua Fighter game series along with an innovative open-world title. This marks a significant moment for fans, especially given the studio’s efforts to breathe new life into this classic fighting franchise.
Fans had speculated about a potential return for Virtua Fighter, particularly after several classic franchises like Jet Set Radio and Crazy Taxi were recently reintroduced. Leading up to this announcement, a series of subtle hints throughout 2024 suggested that Sega was working on a new installment of the Virtua Fighter series, culminating in an official confirmation earlier this November.
The teaser trailer for the upcoming Virtua Fighter game reveals an atmospheric rural setting, showcasing a shadowy fighter engaged in intense combat, reminiscent of series icon Akira Yuki. Brief glimpses of gameplay highlight exhilarating moments, including a fight against another franchise staple, Sarah Bryant. Fans can anticipate further insights into the Virtua Fighter series during a dedicated livestream on December 13 at 12 AM EST.
Sega and Ryu Ga Gotoku Unveil Project Century and New Virtua Fighter
Watch the Teaser
Behind the Scenes
In addition to the Virtua Fighter announcement, Sega surprised fans with the reveal of Project Century, set against the backdrop of Japan in 1915. This title is designed with a grittier aesthetic compared to the traditional Like a Dragon games, featuring more realistic graphics. Players will experience heightened realism in combat scenarios, allowing for brutal actions such as mounting enemies or using dual weapons during intense rain-soaked encounters.
Project Century appears to pivot back to the franchise’s original beat-em-up roots, deviating from the turn-based RPG style characterized by the Ichiban Kasuga-led entries. This shift draws parallels to games like Sleeping Dogs, blending open-world exploration with side activities. Fans of Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio are expressing great interest in this project, intrigued by how markedly it diverges from the studio’s established style.
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