List of Sega video game franchises


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.

List of Sega video game franchises

FranchiseDescription/DevelopersInitial entryLatest entry
7th DragonA series of four JRPG developed by Imageepoch and published by Sega. Only the final entry was localized into English.2009, 7th Dragon2015, 7th Dragon III Code: VFD
After BurnerA 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 Burner2007, After Burner: Black Falcon
Alex KiddA 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 Hedgehogs ascension to popularity in 1991.1986, Alex Kidd in Miracle World2021, Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX
Alien SyndromeA series of two run and gun games released twenty years between one another.1987, Alien Syndrome2007, Alien Syndrome
Altered BeastA series of three beat em up video games.1988, Altered Beast2005, Altered Beast
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
ChunithmA series of motion-based rhythm games, largely relegated to Japanese arcades.2015, Chunithm2025, Chunithm X-Verse
Clockwork KnightA 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 Knight1996, Clockwork Knight 2
Crazy TaxiA 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 Taxi2017, Crazy Taxi Gazillionaire
ColumnsA long-running match-three puzzle video game series created by Sega, initially in efforts for them to have their own Tetris type game.1990, Columns2008, Columns Deluxe
Dinosaur KingA 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 2008, Dinosaur King
Doki Doki Penguin LandA 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 Hedgehogs in the early 1990s.1985, Doki Doki Penguin Land1992, Ikasuze! Koi no Doki Doki Penguin Land MD
Dragon ForceA 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 Force1998, Dragon Force II
Ecco the DolphinA 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 Dolphin2000, Ecco the Dolphin: Defender of the Future
Eternal ChampionsA series of 2 fighting games and 2 spinoff beat em up games created by Sega in the 1990s.1993, Eternal Champions1996, X-Perts
Fantasy ZoneA series of side-scrolling shooting games similar to Defender largely released in the 1980s and 1990s.1986, Fantasy Zone2012, Medal de Fantasy Zone
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 Vipers1998, Fighting Vipers 2
Golden AxeSega, Secret Level, Sega Studio Australia1989, Golden Axe2008, Golden Axe: Beast Rider
Gunstar HeroesTreasure1993, Gunstar Heroes2005, Gunstar Super Heroes
Guru Guru OnsenSega, Overworks1999, Atsumare! Guru Guru Onsen2002, Online Games: Dai Guru Guru Onsen
Hang-OnSega, Sega, Genki1985, Hang-On1996, Hang-On GP
Hero BankSega2014, Hero Bank2014, Hero Bank 2
HeadhunterAmuze Entertainment2001, Head Hunter2004, Head Hunter: Redemption
The House of the DeadHeadstrong Games, MegaPixel Studio, Sega, WOW Entertainment1996, The House of the Dead2021, The House of the Dead: Remake
Jet Set RadioSega, Blit Works, Vicarious Visions2000, Jet Set Radio2003, Jet Grind Radio
Kingdom ConquestSega2010, Kingdom Conquest2012, Kingdom Conquest II
LandstalkerClimax1992, Landstalker1999, Time Stalkers
Let's Go JungleSega2006, Let's Go Jungle!: Lost on the Island of Spice2011, Let's Go Island!. Lost on the Island of Tropics
Like a DragonRyu Ga Gotoku Studio, Sega, Syn Sophia2005, Yakuza2025, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
Love and Berry: Dress Up and Dance!Sega2004, Love and Berry: Dress Up and Dance!2006, Oshare Majo Love and Berry: DS Collection
maimaiSega 2012, maimai2025, maimai DX PRiSM PLUS
Monaco GPSega1979, Monaco GP 1992, Ayrton Senna's Super Monaco GP II
Mushiking: The King of BeetlesSega2003, Mushiking: The King of Beetles2016, Shin Kouchuu Ouja Mushiking
NightsSonic Team1996, Nights into Dreams2007, Nights: Journey of Dreams
O.N.G.E.K.I.Sega 2018, O.N.G.E.K.I.2025, O.N.G.E.K.I. Re:Fresh
Out RunSega AM2, Sumo Digital1986, Out Run2006, OutRun 2006: Coast 2 Coast
Panzer DragoonSega, Smilebit, MegaPixel Studio1995, Panzer Dragoon2020, Panzer Dragoon Remake
PengoCoreland, Sega1982, Pengo1995, Pepenga Pengo
Phantasy StarA 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 Star2021, Phantasy Star Online 2: New Genesis
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 PuyoCompile, Sonic Team, Sega1991, Puyo Puyo2024, Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop
Puzzle & ActionSega 1993, Puzzle & Action: Tant-R1995, Puzzle & Action: Treasure Hunt
Quest of DSega 2004, Quest of D2007, Quest of D: The Battle Kingdom
Rail ChaseSega 1991, Rail Chase1995, Rail Chase 2
Rent-A-HeroSega AM2, Sega, Aspect1991, Rent-A-Hero2000, Rent-A-Hero No.1
Riglord SagaMicrocabin1995, Riglord Saga1996, Riglord Saga
RoommaniaSega, Wave Master2002, Roommania #2032002, New Roommania: Porori Seishun
Rub RabbitsSega 2004, Feel the Magic XX/XY2005, The Rub Rabbits!
Sakura WarsRed Entertainment, Sega, Overworks1996, Sakura Wars2019, Sakura Wars
Samba de AmigoSega, Sega, Gearbox Software1999, Samba de Amigo2023, Samba de Amigo: Party Central
Sangokushi TaisenSega, double jump.tokyo2005, Sangokushi Taisen2023, Battle of Three Kingdoms
SeamanVivarium1999, Seaman2007, Seaman 2
Sega All StarsA series of crossover video games spanning multiple genres, featuring characters and settings from multiple Sega franchises.2004, Sega Superstars2012, Sonic & Sega Allstars Racing Transformed
Sega Bass FishingSega, WOW Entertainment, Sims1997, Sega Bass Fishing2011, Sega Bass Fishing Challenge
Sega GTSega 2000, Sega GT2003, Sega GT Online
Sega Network Taisen Mahjong MJSega 2002, Sega Network Taisen Mahjong MJ2014, Sega Network Taisen Mahjong MJ Mobile
Sega RallySega, Sega Racing Studio, Sega Rosso1995, Sega Rally Championship2007, Sega Rally Revo
Sega Worldwide SoccerSega, Silicon House1995, Victory Goal2000, Sega Worldwide Soccer 2000 Euro Edition
ShenmueSega AM2, Ys Net1999, Shenmue2019, Shenmue III
ShiningCamelot, Climax, Flight-Plan, Grasshopper Studio, Media.Vision, Nex Entertainment, Neverland, Sega AM2, Sonic Software Planning1991, Shining in the Darkness2018, Shining Resonance Refrain
Shinobi3d6 Games, Lizardcube, Overworks, Sega, Griptonite Games1987, Shinobi2025, Shinobi: Art of Vengeance
Sonic the HedgehogA 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 Hedgehog2025, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
Soul ReverseSega AM22016, Soul Reverse Zero2018, Soul Reverse
Space Channel 5Art Co. Ltd, Grounding Inc. United Game Artist1999, Space Channel 52020, Space Channel 5: Kinda Funky News Flash
Space HarrierAmusement Vision, Sega AM2, Sega1985, Space Harrier2000, Planet Harriers
SpikeOutAmusement Vision, Dimps, Sega1998, Spikeout2005, Spikeout: Battle Street
Streets of RageAncient, Dotemu, Sega1991, Streets of Rage2020, Streets of Rage 4
Super Monkey BallAmusement Vision, Traveller's Tales, Marvelous AQL, Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio, Sega2001, Super Monkey Ball2024, Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble
ToeJam & EarlJohnson Voorsanger Productions, HumaNature Studios1991, ToeJam & Earl2019, ToeJam & Earl: Back in the Groove
Two PointTwo Point Studios2018, Two Point Hospital2025, Two Point Museum
Valkyria ChroniclesSega, Media.Vision2008, Valkyria Chronicles2018, Valkyria Chronicles 4
VectormanA 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, Vectorman1996, Vectorman 2
Virtua CopSega1994, Virtua Cop2003, Virtua Cop 3
Virtua FighterSega AM2, Genki1993, Virtua Fighter2021, Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown
Virtual OnSega, Hitmaker, Access Games1996, Virtual On: Cyber Troopers2018, A Certain Magical Virtual-On
Virtua StrikerSega AM2, Amusement Vision1995, Virtua Striker2004, Virtua Striker 4
Virtua TennisSega, Sumo Digital1999, Virtua Tennis2012, Virtua Tennis Challenge
Wonder BoyWestone Bit Entertainment, Sega, Lizardcube, CFK, Game Atelier, Artdink1986, Wonder Boy2021, Wonder Boy: Asha in Monster World
Wonderland WarsSega 2015, Wonderland Wars2019, Wonderland Wars: Wazawai Tsu Yamato no Shukuyo Te
World Club Champion FootballHitmaker, Sega2002, World Club Champion Football: Serie A 2001-20022020, WCCF Footista
World Series BaseballBlueSky Software, Sega, Visual Concepts, WOW Entertainment1994, World Series Baseball1998, World Series Baseball '98
ZaxxonCRI, Free Range Games, Sega1982, Zaxxon2012, Zaxxon Escape