Preview: I Ferried a Soba Noodles Fan Around Tokyo in Crazy Taxi: World Tour, But I Have a Lingering Nitpick with This PS5 Revival
SEGA has granted early preview access to Crazy Taxi: World Tour, the upcoming 2027 revival of the classic AM3 arcade game, bringing the beloved taxi-driving experience to PlayStation 5. The publication had the opportunity to go hands-on with the game at Gamescom, where they tested a new Germany map within the expanded world-tour concept that gives the revival its name.
Director Kenji Kanno, the original series creator, led the presentation at the industry event, providing insight into the vision behind the revival. The preview showcased how the developers are adapting the franchise’s fast-paced taxi-ferrying gameplay for modern audiences while maintaining the spirit that made the original arcade game a cultural phenomenon.
The hands-on experience highlighted the Germany setting with location-specific environments and pickup scenarios. The expanded world-tour structure suggests Crazy Taxi: World Tour will feature multiple global locations, a significant expansion from the original game’s scope.
While the preview was positive overall, the reviewer noted a lingering concern with the revival. Additional testing from other outlets, including a closed beta test, has also been conducted, indicating SEGA’s comprehensive approach to gathering feedback before the 2027 launch. The revival represents a significant moment for the franchise, bringing a classic arcade experience to current-generation consoles with updated graphics and expanded content.