List of Sega video game franchises

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This is a list of video game franchises published by Sega . For a more detailed list of video games released, see the list of Sega games and list of Atlus games. Certain franchises, such as Total War or entries in 2K Sports are limited to only the entries that Sega directly published. [1] [2] [3]

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List of Sega video game franchises

FranchiseDescription/DevelopersInitial entryLatest entryRef.
7th Dragon A series of four JRPG developed by Imageepoch and published by Sega. Only the final entry was localized into English.2009, 7th Dragon 2015, 7th Dragon III Code: VFD [4]
After Burner A series of Combat flight simulation games largely developed by Sega, most entries started as arcade games and were ported to consoles in later releases.1987, After Burner 2007, After Burner: Black Falcon [5]
Alex Kidd A series of platformers developed by Sega between 1986 and 1990, outside of re-releases and a 2021 remake, the franchise was largely abandoned upon Sonic the Hedgehog's ascension to popularity in 1991.1986, Alex Kidd in Miracle World 2021, Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX [6]
Alien Syndrome A series of two run and gun games released twenty years between one another.1987, Alien Syndrome 2007, Alien Syndrome [7]
Altered Beast A series of three beat em up video games.1988, Altered Beast 2005, Altered Beast [8]
ChuChu Rocket! A series of puzzle video games where the player directs mice away from cats and into escape rockets. While only having 2 distinct entries, it has a recurring presence in re-releases and Sega-themed crossover games.1999, ChuChu Rocket! 2019, Chu Chu Rocket! Universe [9]
Chunithm A series of motion-based rhythm games, largely relegated to Japanese arcades.2015, Chunithm2025, Chunithm X-Verse [10]
Clockwork Knight A series of two platformers released on the Sega Saturn. A few related video game projects have been announced in the years since, but none ever materialized.1995, Clockwork Knight 1996, Clockwork Knight 2 [11]
Crazy Taxi A series of open world driving games where players must act as a taxi driver. Three core entries and a number of spinoffs have been released, with a fourth title in development for the future.1999, Crazy Taxi 2017, Crazy Taxi Gazillionaire [12]
Columns A long-running match-three puzzle video game series created by Sega, initially in efforts for them to have their own Tetris type game.1990, Columns 2008, Columns Deluxe [13] [14]
Dinosaur King A spinoff of Sega's long-running Mushi King series that took gameplay more in the direction of the Pokémon video game series.2005, Dinosaur King (arcade)2008, Dinosaur King (Nintendo DS) [15]
Doki Doki Penguin Land A series of puzzle video games released by Sega in the late 1980s and early 1990s where the player maneuvered a penguin and their egg through levels. Only Penguin Land was localized into English, and outside of re-releases, the franchise became largely dormant after the success of Sonic the Hedgehog's in the early 1990s.1985, Doki Doki Penguin Land 1992, Ikasuze! Koi no Doki Doki Penguin Land MD [16]
Dragon Force A series of two real-time strategy role-playing video games released for the Sega Saturn. The sequel, and a 2005 PlayStation 2 remake of the original, remained Japan-only releases.1996, Dragon Force 1998, Dragon Force II [17]
Ecco the Dolphin A series of action adventure game's related to maneuvering a dolphin in underwater exploration. Most entries released on the Sega Genesis, while the final entry, to date, released on the Dreamcast.1992, Ecco the Dolphin 2000, Ecco the Dolphin: Defender of the Future [18]
Eternal Champions A series of 2 fighting games and 2 spinoff beat em up games created by Sega in the 1990s.1993, Eternal Champions 1996, X-Perts [19]
Fantasy Zone A series of side-scrolling shooting games similar to Defender (1981) largely released in the 1980s and 1990s.1986, Fantasy Zone 2012, Medal de Fantasy Zone [20]
Fighting VipersA series of fighting games similar to Sega's Virtua Fighter , consisting of two numbered entries, and a crossover spinoff game with Virtua Fighter named Fighters Megamix .1995, Fighting Vipers 1998, Fighting Vipers 2 [21]
Golden Axe Sega, Secret Level, Sega Studio Australia1989, Golden Axe 2008, Golden Axe: Beast Rider [22]
Gunstar HeroesTreasure1993, Gunstar Heroes 2005, Gunstar Super Heroes [23]
Guru Guru OnsenSega, Overworks1999, Atsumare! Guru Guru Onsen2002, Online Games: Dai Guru Guru Onsen
Hang-OnSega (AM2), Sega, Genki1985, Hang-On 1996, Hang-On GP
Hero BankSega2014, Hero Bank 2014, Hero Bank 2 [24]
Headhunter Amuze Entertainment 2001, Head Hunter 2004, Head Hunter: Redemption
The House of the Dead Headstrong Games, MegaPixel Studio, Sega, WOW Entertainment1996, The House of the Dead 2021, The House of the Dead: Remake [25]
Jet Set Radio Sega (Smilebit), Blit Works, Vicarious Visions2000, Jet Set Radio 2003, Jet Grind Radio [26]
Kingdom ConquestSega2010, Kingdom Conquest 2012, Kingdom Conquest II
LandstalkerClimax1992, Landstalker 1999, Time Stalkers [27]
Let's Go Jungle Sega2006, Let's Go Jungle!: Lost on the Island of Spice 2011, Let's Go Island!. Lost on the Island of Tropics
Like a Dragon Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio, Sega, Syn Sophia2005, Yakuza 2025, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii [28]
Love and Berry: Dress Up and Dance!Sega2004, Love and Berry: Dress Up and Dance! 2006, Oshare Majo Love and Berry: DS Collection
maimai Sega (AM1)2012, maimai2025, maimai DX PRiSM PLUS
Monaco GPSega1979, Monaco GP (video game) 1992, Ayrton Senna's Super Monaco GP II [29]
Mushiking: The King of BeetlesSega2003, Mushiking: The King of Beetles 2016, Shin Kouchuu Ouja Mushiking [30]
NightsSonic Team1996, Nights into Dreams 2007, Nights: Journey of Dreams [31]
O.N.G.E.K.I.Sega (AM1)2018, O.N.G.E.K.I.2025, O.N.G.E.K.I. Re:Fresh
Out RunSega AM2, Sumo Digital1986, Out Run 2006, OutRun 2006: Coast 2 Coast [32]
Panzer Dragoon Sega, Smilebit, MegaPixel Studio1995, Panzer Dragoon 2020, Panzer Dragoon Remake [33]
PengoCoreland, Sega1982, Pengo 1995, Pepenga Pengo
Phantasy Star A long-running series of role-playing video games by Sega and Sonic Team. While the first four entries on the Sega Genesis played as traditional JRPG, future entries with the Online pivoted to multiplayer and action based gameplay.1987, Phantasy Star 2021, Phantasy Star Online 2: New Genesis [34]
Pro Soccer Club o Tsukurou!Sega, Smilebit1996, J.League Pro Soccer Club o Tsukurou!2018, Sega Pocket Club Manager
Pro Yakyuu Team o Tsukurou!Sega, Smilebit1999, Pro Yakyuu Team o Tsukurou!2016, Yakyuu Tsuku!!
Puyo Puyo Compile, Sonic Team, Sega1991, Puyo Puyo 2024, Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop [35]
Puzzle & ActionSega (AM1)1993, Puzzle & Action: Tant-R 1995, Puzzle & Action: Treasure Hunt
Quest of DSega (AM2)2004, Quest of D 2007, Quest of D: The Battle Kingdom
Rail ChaseSega (AM3)1991, Rail Chase1995, Rail Chase 2
Rent-A-HeroSega AM2, Sega, Aspect1991, Rent-A-Hero 2000, Rent-A-Hero No.1
Riglord SagaMicrocabin1995, Riglord Saga 1996, Riglord Saga
RoommaniaSega, Wave Master2002, Roommania #2032002, New Roommania: Porori Seishun
Rub RabbitsSega (Sonic Team)2004, Feel the Magic XX/XY 2005, The Rub Rabbits!
Sakura Wars Red Entertainment, Sega, Overworks1996, Sakura Wars 2019, Sakura Wars [36]
Samba de Amigo Sega, Sega (Sonic Team), Gearbox Software 1999, Samba de Amigo2023, Samba de Amigo: Party Central [37]
Sangokushi Taisen Sega (AM1), double jump.tokyo2005, Sangokushi Taisen2023, Battle of Three Kingdoms
SeamanVivarium1999, Seaman 2007, Seaman 2 [38]
Sega All Stars A series of crossover video games spanning multiple genres, featuring characters and settings from multiple Sega franchises.2004, Sega Superstars 2012, Sonic & Sega Allstars Racing Transformed
Sega Bass FishingSega, WOW Entertainment, Sims1997, Sega Bass Fishing 2011, Sega Bass Fishing Challenge [39]
Sega GTSega (WOW Entertainment)2000, Sega GT 2003, Sega GT Online
Sega Network Taisen Mahjong MJSega (AM2)2002, Sega Network Taisen Mahjong MJ 2014, Sega Network Taisen Mahjong MJ Mobile
Sega Rally Sega (AM3), Sega Racing Studio, Sega Rosso1995, Sega Rally Championship 2007, Sega Rally Revo [40]
Sega Worldwide Soccer Sega, Silicon House1995, Victory Goal2000, Sega Worldwide Soccer 2000 Euro Edition
Shenmue Sega AM2, Ys Net1999, Shenmue 2019, Shenmue III [41]
Shining Camelot, Climax, Flight-Plan, Grasshopper Studio, Media.Vision, Nex Entertainment, Neverland, Sega AM2, Sonic Software Planning1991, Shining in the Darkness 2018, Shining Resonance Refrain
Shinobi 3d6 Games, Lizardcube, Overworks, Sega, Griptonite Games1987, Shinobi 2025, Shinobi: Art of Vengeance
Sonic the Hedgehog A series of platformers, along with spinoff entries in multiple other genres, primarily developed by Sonic Team. It is Sega's flagship game series, with the title character also acting as the company's mascot.1991, Sonic the Hedgehog 2025, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds [42]
Soul ReverseSega AM22016, Soul Reverse Zero2018, Soul Reverse
Space Channel 5Art Co. Ltd, Grounding Inc. United Game Artist1999, Space Channel 5 2020, Space Channel 5: Kinda Funky News Flash
Space HarrierAmusement Vision, Sega AM2, Sega1985, Space Harrier 2000, Planet Harriers
SpikeOutAmusement Vision, Dimps, Sega1998, Spikeout 2005, Spikeout: Battle Street
Streets of Rage Ancient, Dotemu, Sega1991, Streets of Rage 2020, Streets of Rage 4
Super Monkey Ball Amusement Vision, Traveller's Tales, Marvelous AQL, Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio, Sega2001, Super Monkey Ball 2024, Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble [43]
ToeJam & Earl Johnson Voorsanger Productions, HumaNature Studios 1991, ToeJam & Earl 2019, ToeJam & Earl: Back in the Groove
Two Point Two Point Studios 2018, Two Point Hospital 2025, Two Point Museum
Valkyria Chronicles Sega, Media.Vision2008, Valkyria Chronicles 2018, Valkyria Chronicles 4
Vectorman A series of two action platformers developed with BlueSky Software for the Sega Genesis. Multiple attempts were made to make a Vectorman 3 in subsequent years, but none materialized.1995, Vectorman 1996, Vectorman 2 [44]
Virtua CopSega1994, Virtua Cop 2003, Virtua Cop 3
Virtua Fighter Sega AM2, Genki1993, Virtua Fighter 2021, Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown
Virtual On Sega (AM3), Hitmaker, Access Games 1996, Virtual On: Cyber Troopers 2018, A Certain Magical Virtual-On
Virtua Striker Sega AM2, Amusement Vision1995, Virtua Striker 2004, Virtua Striker 4
Virtua Tennis Sega, Sumo Digital1999, Virtua Tennis 2012, Virtua Tennis Challenge
Wonder Boy Westone Bit Entertainment, Sega, Lizardcube, CFK, Game Atelier, Artdink 1986, Wonder Boy 2021, Wonder Boy: Asha in Monster World
Wonderland Wars Sega (AM1)2015, Wonderland Wars2019, Wonderland Wars: Wazawai Tsu Yamato no Shukuyo Te
World Club Champion Football Hitmaker, Sega2002, World Club Champion Football: Serie A 2001-20022020, WCCF Footista
World Series Baseball BlueSky Software, Sega, Visual Concepts, WOW Entertainment 1994, World Series Baseball1998, World Series Baseball '98 [45]
ZaxxonCRI, Free Range Games, Sega1982, Zaxxon 2012, Zaxxon Escape [46]

Acquired franchises

Overview of video game franchises acquired by Sega
FranchiseDeveloper(s)First gameLatest game
Angry Birds Rovio Entertainment 2009, Angry Birds 2022, Angry Birds Journey
Company of Heroes Relic Entertainment 2006, Company of Heroes 2023, Company of Heroes 3
Devil Summoner Atlus1995, Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner 2022, Soul Hackers 2
Endless SpaceAmplitude Studios2012, Endless Space 2017, Endless Space 2
Etrian Odyssey Atlus2007, Etrian Odyssey 2018, Etrian Odyssey Nexus
Football Manager Sports Interactive 2005, Football Manager 2005 2022, Football Manager 2023
Herzog Technosoft 1988, Herzog 1989, Herzog Zwei
Jissen Pachinko Hisshouhou!Sammy1997, Jissen Pachinko Hisshouhou! Twin2012, Jissen Pachi-Slot Hisshouhou! Hokuto no Ken F: Seikimatsu Kyuuseishu Densetsu
Megami Tensei Atlus1987, Digital Devil Story: Megami Tensei 2024, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance
Persona Atlus1996, Revelations: Persona TBA, Persona 4 Revival
Power Instinct Atlus1993, Power Instinct2009, Gōketsuji Ichizoku: Senzo Kuyō
Puyo Puyo Compile, Sonic Team, Sega1991, Puyo Puyo 2024, Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop
Thunder Force Technosoft, Sega1983, Thunder Force 2008, Thunder Force VI
Total War The Creative Assembly 2000, Shogun: Total War 2023, Total War: Pharaoh

See also

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