Have you ever wondered what a SEGA subscription service might look like? That possibility might be closer than we think. In a recent interview with the BBC, SEGA’s president, Shuji Utsumi, hinted that the company is exploring creating a service similar to EA Play or Ubisoft+.
Utsumi described these existing subscription models as “very interesting” and shared that SEGA is “evaluating some opportunities.” However, he stopped short of providing concrete details, adding an air of mystery to the announcement.
“We are thinking about something — and discussing something — that we cannot reveal now,” Utsumi said, leaving fans curious about what SEGA might have in store.
Yet another subscription service?
The idea of a SEGA subscription service is exciting for fans, but it also raises concerns about the growing trend of subscription overload. Just as streaming platforms like Netflix and Disney+ dominate the world of TV and movies, gaming quickly follows suit, with similar models becoming increasingly common.
At present, many SEGA games are accessible through streaming services on other platforms. Logically, SEGA might want to shift this dynamic, encouraging its audience to subscribe directly to its own service rather than relying on third-party competitors. While the potential for exclusive access to beloved SEGA classics and new titles is appealing, it also adds another player to an already crowded subscription landscape.
SEGA’s plans
Although SEGA’s president hinted at the possibility of a subscription service, no concrete details were shared. There’s no timeline or confirmation that such a platform will actually materialize.
However, the BBC interview did shed light on SEGA’s broader ambitions. The company aims to strengthen its presence and reestablish itself as a major player on the global stage, signaling that exciting developments might be on the horizon.
“I want to make SEGA really shine again. SEGA has been losing confidence somehow,” Utsumi pointed out. The company’s plan is simply to “make a great game”, so we just have to wait and see what comes next. “The next one will be a very challenging and exciting game that we are working on,” assured the developer’s president.
