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SEGA Crazy Taxi: World Tour development

Overview

SEGA has provided further details regarding its upcoming open-world multiplayer title, Crazy Taxi: World Tour, during Gamescom 2026. The game, slated for a 2027 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2, will feature a global campaign. Germany has been confirmed as the first international location, featuring environments such as the Autobahn, historical villages, castles, and landmarks like a gothic cathedral and an airport. The map will also include branded shops such as Puma and Zwilling.

A playable demo showcased at Gamescom highlighted a solo mode called ‘Crazy Rush’ and secondary ‘Odd Jobs’ missions. Gameplay mechanics include maneuvers such as ‘Crazy Dash’, ‘Crazy Stop’, and ‘Crazy Drift’. While the core objective of transporting passengers remains, critics have noted changes to the control scheme, where traditional gear shifting has been replaced by standardized driving controls and signature tricks are now mapped to dedicated button presses.

Multiplayer developments include ‘Pickup Race’, where up to six players compete for passengers, and a team-based ‘Police against Taxi’ mode. The roster of returning characters includes Axel, Gena, B. D. Joe, and Gus, set to a soundtrack featuring Bad Religion and The Offspring. A closed network test for multiplayer is scheduled for September 11–13, 2026, with registration closing on August 31.

Marking the series’ 27th anniversary, this title represents the first new entry in the franchise in many years. The game introduces a dynamic day-night cycle, which players can adjust via a menu. While the art style moves away from the highly stylized look of the original toward a more realistic aesthetic, the high-energy atmosphere remains central to the experience.

Entities

Sega · Kenji Kanno · Crazy Taxi: World Tour · West Coast map · Gamescom

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 2 SOURCES] SEGA revealed a new trailer for Crazy Taxi: World Tour during Gamescom Opening Night Live. patuscadanerd.com.br · multiplayer.it
[● 2 SOURCES] A closed network test is scheduled to take place from September 11 to September 13. patuscadanerd.com.br · multiplayer.it
[● 2 SOURCES] Registration for the closed network test is open until August 31. patuscadanerd.com.br · multiplayer.it
[○ 1 SOURCE] The game features a multiplayer mode where drivers compete for passengers and street dominance. patuscadanerd.com.br
[○ 1 SOURCE] The game is set to be released in 2027. patuscadanerd.com.br
[○ 1 SOURCE] The soundtrack includes music by Bad Religion and The Offspring. patuscadanerd.com.br
[○ 1 SOURCE] The game will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, Steam, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2. patuscadanerd.com.br
[○ 1 SOURCE] The story follows the character Axel as he attempts to recover his stolen taxi. multiplayer.it

Timeline

2 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
SEGA reveals Crazy Taxi: World Tour details at Gamescom 2026
SEGA's Crazy Taxi: World Tour debuted at Gamescom 2026, transitioning the classic arcade series into an open-world experience featuring a German-inspired setting and dynamic day-night cycles.
5 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
SEGA showcases Crazy Taxi: World Tour demo at Gamescom 2026
SEGA demonstrated the Crazy Taxi: World Tour demo at Gamescom 2026, featuring a German-inspired map and various multiplayer modes, though some players noted changes to the series' signature controls.
17 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 28 sources
SEGA reveals Germany map and multiplayer for Crazy Taxi: World Tour
SEGA revealed Germany as the first international map for Crazy Taxi: World Tour and showcased new multiplayer modes at Gamescom. The game is slated for a 2027 release on multiple platforms.
about 2 months ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 31 sources
SEGA Announces Closed Network Test for Crazy Taxi: World Tour
SEGA announced a September 2026 closed network test for Crazy Taxi: World Tour, featuring Pickup Race and Cops ‘N’ Cabbies modes, cross‑play on major consoles, and a West Coast map with real‑world brands. Full‑

Sources

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