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RGG Studio Discarded Its Old Like a Dragon Assets to Build Stranger Than Heaven From Scratch
Speaking in an interview with Denfaminicogamer at gamescom 2026, Stranger Than Heaven producer Hiroyuki Sakamoto was asked how much of the studio’s existing Like a Dragon material survived after RGG Studio decided to effectively reset its approach for Stranger Than Heaven. The answer for its design...
Sega gameplay updates: Persona 4 Revival, Crazy Taxi: World Tour, Total War: Warhammer 40,000, and more
Over the past several months, Sega has pulled back the curtain on many high-profile projects from its global studios. At Gamescom 2026, six of our titles will make their playable debut for the public: Total War: Warhammer 40,000, Persona 4 Revival, Crazy Taxi: World Tour, Stranger Than Heaven,...
I’m Not Sure Whatever Point Stranger Than Heaven Is Trying To Prove Is Worth The Headache
The Yakuza prequel’s obtuse control scheme feels at odds with how its fights flow
I’m Obsessed With Stranger Than Heaven’s Combat – Preview
Stranger Than Heaven's combat is shaping up to be the start of the show. Not only is it slow, methodical, and (at times) brutal, it also reminds me a lot of Punch-Out which rules.
Snoop Dogg Ends Up in Another PS5 Game, Now a Hitman Target
Take down The Herbalist this week. Snoop Dogg currently seems to be on a mission to appear in as many video games as possible, building on his surprise Stranger Than Heaven casting. From later this week, the rapper will also appear as an Elusive Target in Hitman, with the mission being free for all...
Stranger Than Heaven Hands-on Showcase Highlights Excellent Combat and World Design
The overhauled combat of Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio's latest action-adventure is showcased across all five eras in stunning detail.
Sega will feature Stranger Than Heaven at Tokyo Game Show 2026 (Update)
Playable demo builds of the game will be available there, but Sega will also more extensively feature the game at the event.
Sega will feature Stranger Than Heaven at Tokyo Game Show 2026 (Update)
Playable demo builds of the game will be available there, but Sega will also more extensively feature the game at the event.
Sega shares new Stranger Than Heaven combat gameplay video
Sega posts 23 minute long Hands-On Combat RGG Roundup video for Stranger Than Heaven.
Stranger Than Heaven Shows 15 Minutes of Combat Gameplay
Sega and RGG Studio have unveiled roughly 15 minutes of gameplay of their upcoming action-adventure game Stranger Than Heaven. This hands-on footage showcases the title’s unique combat system, which lets players control Makoto’s left and right limbs independently via the triggers. Additionally, it...
Sega shares new Stranger Than Heaven combat gameplay video
Sega posts 23 minute long Hands-On Combat RGG Roundup video for Stranger Than Heaven.
This Ain't Yakuza! SEGA Showcases Stranger Than Heaven's Complex Combat with Live Gameplay Demo
The Stabbin' of Dojima. One of the most interesting things about Stranger Than Heaven is that developer RGG Studio isn't just repurposing the action combat of its previous games. Instead, the Japanese studio's crafted a new system that sees players control the individual limbs of protagonist Makoto...
Stranger Than Heaven’s Behind-the-Scenes Motion Capture Shown Off in Jazzy New Trailer
While we don't quite get any gameplay or story reveals in the latest trailer, we do get to see the challenges in animating the game.
Sega will feature Stranger Than Heaven at Tokyo Game Show 2026
Playable demo builds of the game will be available there, but Sega will also more extensively feature the game at the event.
Sega will feature Stranger Than Heaven at Tokyo Game Show 2026
Playable demo builds of the game will be available there, but Sega will also more extensively feature the game at the event.
Xbox reveals Gamescom lineup including Fable, Alien Isolation 2
Microsoft is bringing quite a few heavy hitters to Gamescom 2026, including Xbox ggames Fable, Alien Isolation 2, and Stranger than Heaven.
Stranger Than Heaven Shows Off Its Slick Combat In New Trailer
There’s an almost tangible beat to the violence in this one, and we can’t wait to get our hands on a combat system that looks this sleek.
STRANGER THAN HEAVEN – Combat Gameplay Trailer
Taker a look at this combat gameplay across multiple eras in RGG's latest game, Stranger Than Heaven. A fifty-year, action-adventure saga of men with nowhere to go and their desperate struggle to find a home. Use extreme violence to survive, and musical talent to thrive as a showman across five...
I didn't expect Stranger Than Heaven to have such deep, satisfying combat
My SGF hands-on demo of Stranger Than Heaven was combat-focused, which sold me on RGG's game more than a standard preview would have done. Read the full story on PCGamesN: I didn't expect Stranger Than Heaven to have such deep, satisfying combat
I didn't expect Stranger Than Heaven to have such deep, satisfying combat
My SGF hands-on demo of Stranger Than Heaven was combat-focused, which sold me on RGG’s game more than a standard preview would have done.
Persona 4 Revival, Crazy Taxi: World Tour, and Stranger Than Heaven Confirmed for Gamescom
Gamescom is getting close, and we’re delighted by the titles Sega has decided to bring to the show from August 26th to 30th.
SEGA announces stacked Gamescom 2026 lineup
SEGA has announced a number lineup of playable titles for Gamescom 2026 and the game highlights this year include Alien: Isolation 2, Crazy Taxi: World Tour, Stranger Than Heaven, Persona 4 Revival, Total War: Warhammer 40,000, Metaphor: ReFantazio for Nintendo Switch 2, and more. Read on for the...
Stranger Than Heaven: Here’s What Comes in Each Edition
Stranger Than Heaven is set to release for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on January 15, 2027. It’s a new game from RGG Studio, the makers of the Yakuza/Like a Dragon franchise, but this crime saga takes place across 50 years, starting in 1915. You can preorder Stranger Than Heaven now in a handful...
Stranger Than Heaven: Here’s What Comes in Each Edition
Preorders are live for Stranger Than Heaven, an upcoming Yakuza spin-off that takes place across 50 years. Here's what comes in each edition.
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