Sega announces Tupac cameo in 2027 Stranger Than Heaven

A new video game will feature the likeness of the late rapper Tupac Shakur, developers announced during a major industry showcase. "Stranger Than Heaven," an upcoming action-adventure title from Sega and developer Ryu ga Gotoku Studio, is scheduled for release on January 15, 2027, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.

The announcement was made at Summer Game Fest 2026 in Los Angeles, where a new cinematic trailer concluded with a reveal of Tupac's character. Rapper Snoop Dogg, who also appears in the game, joined studio head Masayoshi Yokoyama on stage to explain the collaboration. Snoop Dogg stated that he and his son work closely with the Tupac estate, making the inclusion a natural fit. He said the rapper's spirit lives on and felt it was connected to the project.

The game is a prequel set within the world of the Like a Dragon (formerly Yakuza) franchise. It will serve as an origin story for the Tojo Clan and will span multiple decades of the 20th century, including 1915, 1929, 1943, 1951, and 1965. The narrative follows protagonist Makoto Daito, who in 1915 must choose between staying in America or returning to Japan after his father's death. After stowing away on a...