The original creators of Jet Set Radio are involved with the series’ new games announced last week.
In Sega Sammy’s most recent financial report, the company revealed plans to revive many of its legacy franchises – which were described by chief operating officer Shuji Utsumi as “a kind of Treasure Island”. Publisher Sega then confirmed a flurry of projects planned for various retro series – including Jet Set Radio, Crazy Taxi, and Streets of Rage – during The Game Awards.
Speaking to The Washington Post, Sega’s chief operating officer Shuji Utsumi said the original’s concept was “advanced” but audiences were more open-minded now – and that now was a “good time where people can appreciate all kinds of concepts”.
