Crazy Taxi World Tour: New Video and Multiplayer Beta Coming Soon

Sega announced Crazy Taxi: World Tour in May 2026, marking the franchise's return nearly 25 years after its arcade debut. The game aims to deliver the series' signature frenzied races and daring deliveries, complemented by an unprecedented multiplayer dimension. Crazy Taxi: World Tour will feature both a single-player story mode and online multiplayer options, retaining the core gameplay of picking up passengers and navigating busy environments to earn bonuses for fast, aggressive driving. An official release date has not yet been announced, but the game is expected in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2. A recent video showcases the game's West Coast USA region, featuring rolling streets reminiscent of San Francisco, beaches, bustling neighborhoods, and extravagant clients. The game maintains its lighthearted and offbeat tone, promising deliveries like giant pizzas and the use of risky shortcuts to gain precious seconds.

This trailer also serves to launch sign-ups for a private network test, which will allow Sega to evaluate the game's online features. The network test will include four characters, six cars with customization options, and two maps. Crossplay will be available and can be disabled in settings. Sega confirmed the inclusion of officially licensed businesses IHOP and Amoeba Music, although they were not featured in the trailer. While each region will have its own retailers and restaurants, the appearance of brands like Pizza Hut, KFC, and Tower Records remains unconfirmed. Sega's frequent inclusion of real-world brands in its Yakuza series suggests that prominent Japanese names may feature if the game is released in Japan. The online modes are Pickup Race, where up to six players compete to drop off passengers within a time limit, and Cops N Cabbies, a three-player team mode focused on evading police forces. Both modes will support ranked matchmaking and custom lobbies, with options to tweak specific game rules in private online sessions.

Sign Up Now to Test Crazy Taxi World Tour Beta on PC and Consoles Before September Launch

Registration for the network test is open on the official game site and closes on August 31st. The network testing will run from September 12th at 2:00 PM to September 14th at 4:00 PM on PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The Nintendo Switch 2 version will not participate in this test phase. Participants will be able to share videos, screenshots, and gameplay clips from the beta. A preview was available at Summer Game Fest 2026 before multiplayer modes were set for a September release.

In Case You Missed It

For those eager to see what's next for Axel and the crew, head over to Carlos Mendoza's post from June 9th titled "Crazy Taxi Reboot's Gameplay Unveiled; SEGA Confirms Use of Generative AI Tools." In this insightful piece, we dive into the highly anticipated Crazy Taxi World Tour episode announced at the Xbox Games Showcase 2026, exploring its expanded global map across five major cities, a new narrative campaign sparked by Axel's stolen taxi, and the surprising revelation that generative AI tools assisted in creating non-human elements like background scenery. From nostalgic arcade visuals and an Offspring soundtrack to upcoming cross-platform multiplayer modes scheduled for release in 2027, this article covers all the innovative features sparking fan discussions about modern game production. Don't miss out on the full breakdown—check it out here: Crazy Taxi Reboot's Gameplay Unveiled; SEGA Confirms Use of Generative AI Tools