SEGA Corporation has announced that the official title for its previously revealed “New VIRTUA FIGHTER” Project, an all-new entry in the Virtua Fighter series, will be VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS.
The game is scheduled for release in 2027.
Official Title Decided for the All-New Entry in the Virtua Fighter Series! Videos Showcasing the World of VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS Also Released
The official title for the all-new entry in the Virtua Fighter series has been locked in as VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS!
Along with this announcement, the development team unveiled the latest promotional video at Summer Game Fest 2026, one of the world's largest gaming events, held in Los Angeles, USA.
In addition to the promotional trailer, the team released a special program titled VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS SHOWCASE to convey the charm of this title.
In this video, the development team—led by the game's producer and creative director, Riichiro Yamada (@reachman)—breaks down the story's setting of Vilasapara and the evolved battle system!
Furthermore, a story trailer focusing on Cielo's chapter is currently available.
Shining the spotlight on Cielo, one of the four new main characters, it pulls back the curtain on a portion of the narrative!
What is VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS? The Setting and Story Crafted by a Talented Group of Creators
PR TIMESLet's dive into the core appeal of the completely new entry, VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS!
A Narrative Adventure That Transcends the Boundaries of Fighting Games. Intersecting Destinies, Chosen Futures, and Shattered Resolve
This title is a fighting adventure where story and combat become one, moving beyond the traditional confines of competitive fighting games.
The story progresses in an omnibus format featuring four main characters.
The intersecting drama, depicted through the unique perspectives of protagonists from completely different backgrounds, is a must-watch.
Players can look forward to a profound and fresh single-player experience that seamlessly blends immersive narrative elements with the tense competitive battles traditional to the series!
Story / A Town You’ve Never Seen, a Story You’ve Never Heard—A New Virtua Fighter Begins to Move
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VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS official websiteThere is no law in Vilasapara aside from the pacts enforced by the crime syndicates, keeping chaos at bay -- barely.
When four strangers arrive at this crossroads, phantoms thought buried for twenty years begin to surface,
and this fragile order begins to crack.
The first of these cracks is a masked man known only as the Bakunawa Killer, who has left dozens of street brawlers maimed or worse.
The Story Moves to a Fresh Stage: The Fictional City of Vilasapara Crafted by Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio
The story unfolds in “Vilasapara,” a fictional city nestled in Southeast Asia.
Known as the “City of Martial Arts,” this island is composed of multiple districts, including a central district enclosed by walls, an entertainment district, and a resort area.
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The narrative of this title unravels within Vilasapara, where a wide variety of motives clash. Keep your eyes on this brand-new stage brought to life by Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio!
Evolved Fighting in Virtua Fighter! Enjoy a Wide Variety of Situations
PR TIMESAs you progress through the story mode, a diverse range of battle situations will unfold.
Take on battles tied directly into the narrative, including matches against multiple opponents and intense boss encounters!
Additionally, the game supports a Versus Mode where you can instantly jump into 1v1 battles, as well as online matchmaking.
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The control scheme inherits the series’ traditional simple and intuitive layout.
While adhering to the classic battle style, the pursuit of realism further evolves the signature tactical mind games of the franchise!
A Heavyweight Narrative Penned by Top-Tier Western and Japanese Creators!
An elite group of writers who have worked on numerous high-profile titles across Japan and the West are participating in this game.
From worldbuilding to scriptwriting, this cross-border team structure is forging a deeply grounded narrative experience!
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The primary participating creators and their notable works are as follows:
World Building Supervisor
- Creator: David Hayter (@DavidBHayter)
- Notable Works: X-Men / Watchmen / Wolves
Lead Writer
- Creator: Brad Kane (@bradkane7)
- Notable Works: As Dusk Falls (Lead Writer) / Ghost of Tsushima (Writer) / You vs. Wild: Out Cold (Writer/Co-Producer)
Scenario Director
- Creator: Tsuyoshi Furuta
- Notable Works: Like a Dragon Series / Judgment / Lost Judgment
Scenario Writer
- Creator: Shinji Yamamoto
- Notable Works: Persona 5 Royal / Persona 5 / Persona 4: Dancing All Night / Persona 3 / Shin Megami Tensei IV / Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. King Abaddon
The Official Website Receives a Fresh Redesign! Check the Latest Information Ahead of the 2027 Launch
PR TIMESTo coincide with the official title announcement, the development team completely updated the official website.
The game is scheduled for release in 2027.
Be sure to check the official website and official X account (@VFCROSSROADS) for future updates!
Intersecting fates.
Chosen futures
Shattered resolveA city you’ve never seen. A story you’ve never heard.
—A new VIRTUA FIGHTER begins.Introducing the next chapter in the legendary series:
VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS#VFCR pic.twitter.com/oCYFgMkbZE— VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS (@VFCROSSROADS) June 5, 2026
| Product Overview | |
|---|---|
| Product Name | VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS |
| Release Date | Scheduled for 2027 |
| Genre | Fighting Adventure |
| Player Count | TBD |
| Publisher/Developer | SEGA Corporation |
