Sega’s financial results 2025 are in, showing stronger-than-expected profits and a clear roadmap for the year ahead. Full-year revenue dipped slightly from ¥468.9 billion to ¥428.9 billion. Profit rose from ¥33 billion to ¥45 billion, driven by repeat game sales, DLC, and licensing growth. Sonic, Persona, and Like a Dragon all contributed, with repeat purchases and back-catalogue performance outpacing new releases.
But it’s the 2026 forecast that stands out. Sega’s FY2026 lineup features a broad slate of games, including several coming to Nintendo Switch 2. The company is also bringing back older fan favourites and continuing its push for multiplatform support.
From familiar franchises making a comeback to new platform rollouts, here’s a closer look at Sega’s upcoming lineup and what’s driving its next big wave of releases.
Sega’s FY 2026 Lineup Brings Big Names to Nintendo Switch 2 and Beyond
Sega isn’t holding back in FY2026. The company is bringing several major titles to Nintendo’s next system, with many launching day one alongside other platforms. Sonic X Shadow Generations leads the charge, hitting Switch 2 on June 5. Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut and Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S are also set to arrive at launch, alongside RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army on June 19.
Later in the year, Shinobi: Art of Vengeance is set to launch August 29 as a multi-platform release. The game marks the series’ return after years of silence. Two Point Museum is confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2. And, Sega also confirmed that a Switch 2 version of Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. is in development. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, first announced at The Game Awards 2024 and had a closed network test earlier this year, is also part of the FY2026 lineup.
All of these titles were included in Sega’s official FY2026 forecast, confirming their release within the fiscal year. The lineup reinforces Sega’s focus on broad multiplatform support, with Nintendo Switch 2 playing a central role in that strategy.
Sega Brings Back Classic Franchises With New Entries and Remasters
Alongside its core lineup, Sega is also reviving several of its long-running series. Shinobi: Art of Vengeance isn’t the only return. Sega has confirmed that projects based on Golden Axe, Jet Set Radio, Crazy Taxi, and Streets of Rage are in development. Full details and release windows haven’t been announced. However, all of these were listed in the company’s roadmap for upcoming games.
RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army is also part of this effort. It’s a reintroduction of a cult-classic title from the broader Shin Megami Tensei universe. It joins previously released games like Metaphor: ReFantazio, Persona 5 Royal Remaster, and Unicorn Overlord as part of Sega’s push to grow both legacy and modern IP.
The report also confirms development of a new game under the working title Project Century, being handled by Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio. Details are still under wraps. However, it joins the studio’s recent release, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, in pushing the series into new territory.
Sonic’s Reach Goes Beyond Games
The Sonic brand continues to perform strongly outside of core game releases. The report confirms a 140% year-over-year increase in Sonic licensing revenue, thanks in part to cross-media success. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 surpassed $490 million worldwide at the box office. And, the Knuckles live-action series recently launched on Paramount+. With more games and media projects in the pipeline, Sega shows no signs of slowing its push for Sonic across multiple formats.
Animation and Streaming Projects Continue to Expand
Sega is also growing its presence in animation and streaming. The company highlighted new projects like Detective Conan: One-Eyed Flashback, SAKAMOTO DAYS, and a second season of Four Knights of the Apocalypse.
Several of these fall under Sega’s “UNLIMITED PRODUCE” label, an initiative aimed at long-term growth in anime production. Angry Birds Mystery Island also launched this May on Prime Video, with additional regional rollouts planned.
Mobile Growth and Free-to-Play Expansion
Sega is also ramping up its mobile and free-to-play efforts. Sonic Rumble launched on May 8 across mobile and PC, while Persona 5: The Phantom X (also known as Persona 5X) is set to launch in Japan this summer following its release in China, South Korea, and Taiwan.
The report also notes continued investment in Rovio, with Sega planning to expand the reach of Angry Birds titles and develop original mobile games built on its classic IP.
A Strong Forecast Backed by Games, Not Just Numbers
Sega’s FY2026 forecast projects a return to growth, with expected revenue of ¥475 billion. Continued profit is expected from repeat sales, licensing, and cross-media success. But behind the numbers is a clear strategy. Sega is focusing on recognizable franchises, multiplatform launches, and expanding support for Nintendo Switch 2.
The report highlights steady performance across flagship titles. Legacy revivals like Shinobi, Golden Axe, and more are set to follow. This signals Sega’s intent to reintroduce old favourites while continuing major series like Yakuza and Persona.
Sega’s multiplatform strategy and transmedia growth, from games to anime and film, helped push licensing revenue higher. That trend looks set to continue. While some studios were divested and Football Manager 25 was cancelled, Sega’s upcoming slate leans heavily into recognizable IP and clear release timing.
If Sega sticks to its roadmap, FY2026 could turn out to be one of its most visible and fan-focused years in recent memory.
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