The Crazy Taxi Legend Begins Again with the World Tour
Crazy Taxi: World Tour, one of SEGA’s long-awaited classic series returns, officially debuted at the Xbox Games Showcase. Having announced its plans to revive beloved franchises like Shinobi, Jet Set Radio, and Crazy Taxi by the end of 2023, SEGA is now beginning to make that promise a reality. The new trailer showcases the return of the series’ chaotic city driving, high-tempo music, and nostalgic energy, presented in a modern style.
Crazy Taxi: World Tour Coming in 2027
According to SEGA, Crazy Taxi: World Tour will be released in 2027 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. A specific release date hasn’t been shared yet, but the game’s multi-platform release will make the series’ return accessible to a wider audience. For fans who have long awaited a new main game, this announcement is one of the strongest indications of SEGA’s plan to refocus on classic franchises.
The most nostalgic aspect of the trailer was undoubtedly the music choice. The energy of The Offspring, synonymous with the original Crazy Taxi, was evident in the new trailer. The fast-paced opening, reminiscent of “All I Want,” created a moment that directly reminded veteran players of the Dreamcast and arcade era. Since music is as important as speed in Crazy Taxi’s identity, this choice is quite fitting.
The game’s core structure seems to be based on recklessly transporting customers around the city, using shortcuts, creating chaos in traffic, and racing against time. Thanks to next-generation hardware, larger cities, heavier traffic, a more fluid physics system, and more spectacular collision scenes can be expected. SEGA has kept details limited for now, but the trailer gives the impression that it retains the classic “forget the rules, hit the gas” spirit of the series.
Crazy Taxi: World Tour will be an important part of SEGA’s recent strategy to revive its old brands. The fact that Crazy Taxi follows Shinobi: Art of Vengeance shows that the company wants to capitalize on nostalgia not just in name, but with new projects supported by modern gameplay. Crazy Taxi is back on the road with World Tour, and this return signals a strong comeback for players who miss the spirit of arcade racing.
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