Sega announced a closed network test for Crazy Taxi: World Tour, giving players early access to the arcade remake. The test runs September 11-13 in the US only, with signups closing August 31 on the official website.
The test launches across all three platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation 5. Sega notes that certain platforms may hit participant caps, so early registration matters. This multiplayer-focused test lets Sega gather network stability data and player feedback before the full launch.
Crazy Taxi: World Tour is a revival of the 1999 arcade classic that defined quick-reflexes taxi driving gameplay. The new version modernizes the formula while retaining the core loop of recklessly shuttling passengers for massive combo bonuses. Sega has positioned this as a live-service title with seasonal content plans, departing from the original game's single-player arcade design.
The closed test represents a standard practice for live-service games launching across multiple platforms. Server stress testing, matchmaking verification, and network lag assessment all happen during these windows. Player feedback directly shapes launch day stability and feature prioritization.
Crazy Taxi last saw major console releases over a decade ago, making this revival timely for a market hungry for arcade nostalgia. The live-service model indicates Sega plans sustained post-launch support, competing against other arcade revivals that rely on one-time purchases.
Registration is live now, but slots fill quickly on popular titles. Players seeking guaranteed access should complete signups before the August 31 deadline hits.