Sega unveiled Crazy Taxi: World Tour today at the Xbox Showcase, marking the first main entry in the series in 24 years since Crazy Taxi 3 in 2002 [1, 2, 3, 4]. The game is set for release in 2027 on PC via Steam, PS5, the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, and Xbox Series X and S consoles [1, 4].
Crazy Taxi: World Tour will feature five cities worldwide for players to drive through, combining high-speed driving with stunt mechanics such as drifting and tricks to earn passenger applause [1, 3, 4]. The game brings back a classic arcade mode that recreates earlier Crazy Taxi gameplay alongside an online multiplayer mode and a story-driven campaign.
The single-player story centers on the protagonist Axel, who seeks to recover his stolen car named Yellow Jack while meeting various companions and tackling diverse challenges [3, 4]. This game is the first in the series to support full Chinese interface, subtitles, and voice acting, expanding accessibility for Chinese-speaking players [3].
The soundtrack includes rock music such as "All I Want" by The Offspring, carrying on the series' tradition of licensed music tracks [1, 4].
Sega originally announced a Crazy Taxi revival in December 2023, and today's reveal detailed the title, gameplay features, and platform availability [1]. The official release across all platforms is planned for 2027 [1, 2, 3, 4].
