Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio (RGG Studio) credits Sega's willingness to embrace risk as the key to their ability to juggle multiple large-scale projects simultaneously. Discover what's next for the Like a Dragon studio!
RGG Studio's Expanding Horizons: Two New Projects on the Way
Sega's Bold Gamble: New IPs and Innovative Ideas
RGG Studio, already busy developing a new IP alongside the next Like a Dragon title and a Virtua Fighter remake slated for 2025, has revealed two additional projects. Studio head and director Masayoshi Yokoyama attributes this ambitious undertaking to Sega's open embrace of risk.
In early December, RGG unveiled trailers for two distinct projects within a single week. The Game Awards 2025 showcased Project Century, a new IP set in 1915 Japan. The following day, Sega's official channel premiered a trailer for a new Virtua Fighter project (separate from the upcoming Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. remaster). The scale and ambition evident in both projects highlight the studio's drive. Sega's confidence in RGG, a blend of trust and a desire for innovation, is palpable.
"Sega's willingness to accept the possibility of failure is a strength," Yokoyama told Famitsu (as translated by Automaton Media). "It doesn't just pursue safe bets. That's in Sega's DNA," he added, recalling Sega's early Virtua Fighter days and subsequent ambition to explore new avenues. This led to the "what if we made VF into an RPG?" concept, resulting in the creation of the Shenmue series.
RGG Studio assures fans that the simultaneous development of two major projects won't compromise quality, especially for the Virtua Fighter franchise. Series creator Yu Suzuki has expressed his support for the new project. With Virtua Fighter being a cornerstone Sega IP, Yokoyama, Virtua Fighter Project producer Riichiro Yamada, and their team are committed to delivering a high-quality product. They "have no intention of making something half-baked."
Yamada added, "With this new VF, we aim to create something innovative and 'cool and interesting' for a wide audience! Whether you're a series fan or not, we hope you'll look forward to more information. Stay tuned!" Yokoyama echoed this sentiment, expressing his hope that gamers will eagerly anticipate both titles.
