By Sagar V. Mankar 
Sega has officially introduced its own account system, named the “Sega Account,” designed to enhance its online services and offer exclusive benefits. Similar to platforms like the Nintendo Account or Ubisoft Connect, the Sega Account provides users with perks tied to Sega and Atlus titles.
Creating a Sega Account grants players access to updates about games, events, and promotions, along with exclusive in-game bonuses. The first reward is a Kazuma Kiryu Special Outfit, available for the upcoming Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. This game, initially slated for February 28, will now launch on February 21 to avoid overlapping with Monster Hunter Wilds. Players who register for the Sega Account between January 22 and March 7 will receive the costume via a code distributed from February 17 to March 7.
Sega also plans to expand the account’s features. Soon, players will be able to view gameplay records, similar to the year-end reports provided by PlayStation, Nintendo, and Xbox. Additionally, linking the Sega Account to Phantasy Star Online 2: New Genesis will unlock bonus items.
Speculations Around the Super Game
Fans believe the Sega Account might play a significant role in Sega’s much-anticipated “Super Game,” a project first mentioned in October 2022. In that financial report, Sega revealed plans to create “a large-scale global title” that could launch by March 2026. Sega CEO Haruki Satomi highlighted the company’s goal of leveraging existing and past IPs for this ambitious endeavor.
Some speculate the Super Game will function as a platform or hub connecting various Sega titles, similar to Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed Infinity. This idea gained traction following Sega’s announcement at The Game Awards 2023, where five game projects based on iconic franchises—Crazy Taxi, Jet Set Radio, Shinobi, Golden Axe, and Streets of Rage—were revealed. It remains unclear whether these games will eventually be linked through the Super Game.
Reviving Sega’s Legacy
Sega has also been vocal about revisiting its classic IPs. In an interview with Eurogamer, Sega President and COO Shuji Utsumi discussed a return to the company’s “rock & roll” past. Utsumi explained that Sega plans to revive classic franchises while incorporating modern cultural influences.
This vision aligns with other ongoing projects, including the development of a new Virtua Fighter game—the first in 18 years. Sega is also reportedly exploring opportunities to launch a Netflix-style game subscription service, potentially tied to its Sega Account, as reported by the BBC.