STRANGER THAN HEAVEN Launching January 15, 2027! New Trailer and Additional Cast Revealed

RGG Studio, best known for the Like a Dragon series, has announced that its completely new title, STRANGER THAN HEAVEN, will launch on Friday, January 15, 2027!
Along with this announcement, the studio released a wealth of new details, including a new trailer and additional cast members.

STRANGER THAN HEAVEN Launching January 15, 2027!

RGG Studio's latest title, STRANGER THAN HEAVEN, is set to release on Friday, January 15, 2027!
In tandem with the release date announcement, the studio revealed the second trailer.
As an action-adventure game that heavily depicts a gritty human drama and the fierce battles of desperate men, the overwhelming atmosphere of this title is guaranteed to leave you awestruck even from just watching the PV.
Be sure to check it out.

Additional Cast Announced

The second trailer also revealed additional cast members for the title.

Takashi Ukaji(@ukaji_official)

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Yasukaze Motomiya

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Takaya Kuroda(@takayakuroda)

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Kohei Tsuji(@tsujiclassic)

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Tupac

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Regarding the appearance of the late legendary rapper and actor Tupac, it was noted that the team did not use AI, and instead creators modeled the CG manually.

Pre-Orders Now Available!

Pre-order digital or physical editions of STRANGER THAN HEAVEN to receive the in-game weapon “Dosu: Kagekiri.”
►Releasing January 15, 2027 on Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, Xbox Cloud, PlayStation 5, and Steam pic.twitter.com/OAPBOFE9ah

— STRANGER THAN HEAVEN (@STH_Game) June 6, 2026

Pre-orders have also gone live at gaming retailers and across various digital storefronts.

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When you pre-order, you will receive the weapon Dosu: Kagekiri as a pre-order bonus downloadable content to use in-game.

Retailer-Exclusive Early Purchase Bonuses Announced!

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✅セガストアオンライン
DXパック
（3Dレンチキュラーポスター、シガレットケース、ライターケース、刺繍ワッペン）

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オリジナル壁紙

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オリジナルピンバッジ

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— STRANGER THAN HEAVEN 公式 (@STH_JP) June 5, 2026

Participating storefronts are offering exclusive early purchase bonuses unique to each retailer.
Furthermore, the online shopping site "Sega Store Online" is selling a limited edition DX Pack bundle that includes special items you can't get anywhere else.
Make sure to secure your pre-order early.

• Sega Store Online: DX Pack (3D Lenticular Poster, Cigarette Case, Lighter Case, Embroidered Patch)
• amazon.co.jp: Exclusive Wallpaper
• EDION / EDION Internet Selection: Exclusive Sticker (EDION Exclusive)
• Joshin / Joshin Web Shop: Exclusive Sticker (Joshin Exclusive)
• Don Quijote: Exclusive Pin Badge
• Bic Camera Group: Exclusive Sticker (Bic Camera Group Exclusive)
• Yamada Denki / Yamada Webcom: Exclusive Sticker (Yamada Denki Exclusive)
• Yodobashi Camera / Yodobashi.com: Exclusive Sticker (Yodobashi Camera Exclusive)
• Rakuten Books: Exclusive Aluminum Calendar

Deluxe Edition Launching Simultaneously!

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For the digital versions, a Standard Edition featuring the base game and a Deluxe Edition bundling additional content to enhance your experience will launch simultaneously.
Additionally, purchasing the Deluxe Upgrade allows you to upgrade the Standard Edition to the Deluxe Edition.

• STRANGER THAN HEAVEN Base Game
• Exclusive Outfit: Makoto Daito
• 4 Skilled Musicians Set
• 4 Weapons Set
• 3 Stage Productions Set
• Special Promotional Poster
• Record Player (In-game Soundtrack)
• Electronic Camera

Limited Quantity STRANGER THAN HEAVEN Collector's Edition Also Coming!

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A limited quantity Collector's Edition release has also been confirmed.
This bundle features the physical PS5 version and the Deluxe Upgrade DLC alongside premium physical items.
The vinyl record is scheduled to feature tracks representing the title, including the main theme STRANGER THAN HEAVEN.

This special edition comes in a luxurious display box featuring artwork drawn exclusively for this limited release, housing a heavy-duty steelbook.
Stocks are limited in quantity, so place your pre-orders early!

• STRANGER THAN HEAVEN Physical Edition (PS5 Version)
• Exclusive Illustrated Design Box
• Special Steelbook
• STRANGER THAN HEAVEN Vinyl Record
• Deluxe Upgrade DLC Product Code
• Pre-order Bonus DLC Weapon Dosu: Kagekiri Product Code

For more details and future updates on STRANGER THAN HEAVEN, please check the official website or the official X account (@STH_Game).