Embracing the trailblazing spirit of the original, Milestone has reimagined its most iconic IP, combining over 30 years of expertise in racing games to craft a brand-new experience with standout fighting mechanics destined to leave a lasting impact on the genre, just as the original did in the '90s.

This brand-new Screamer seamlessly blends high-octane arcade action with revolutionary gameplay dynamics and a deep storyline enriched by interwoven character arcs. Drawing inspiration from anime and manga from the '80s and '90s, the game’s narrative and visual framework will be its beating heart and soul. The game features contributions from industry-leading partners, including animated cutscenes created in collaboration with Polygon Pictures—one of the oldest and most renowned Japanese animation studios—and the acclaimed American actor Troy Baker, one of gaming's most recognizable voices.

Combining plot themes of human will, revenge, love, and greed with classic sci-fi imagery, Screamer immerses players in the clash between personal desires and external forces that seek to control them. This journey unfolds through the eyes of a diverse cast of characters involved in a street racing tournament organized by a mysterious figure.

Milestone has announced a release date for the return of its most iconic IP, Screamer, launching for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on March 26, 2026.

The announcement was made during The Game Awards 2025, where a new story trailer for the game was also revealed.

Screamer immerses players in an illegal street racing tournament where five rival teams compete with no holds barred. Each team, led by a leader and supported by two members, brings its own motives, history, and secrets to the track. Every participant has something to prove, and through the game’s campaign, it will be possible to explore all the intertwined narratives by playing the whole cast of characters. 

Set in a dystopic universe dripping with anime aesthetics and futuristic vibes, the story will unfold through cutscenes produced by Polygon Pictures, one of Japan’s oldest and most renowned animation studios. An international voice cast, featuring acclaimed actors Troy Baker and Aleks Le as two of the main characters, will further enhance the cinematic experience. Charged with tension and atmosphere, Screamer's narrative trailer sets the tone for what’s to come: a fresh experience set to redefine what players can expect from arcade racing.

Key Features:

• A reason to race: Longing, ambition, vengeance. Everyone has a reason to enter the Screamer tournament, and no one’s backing down. Join the competition and race side by side with fearless drivers, ready to risk everything to chase what they believe in. Follow their intertwining stories as they fight for their lives in a brutal showdown led by a mysterious master.
• A unique style: A universe dripping with anime aesthetics and futuristic vibes is ready to host the most lethal races. Step into a neon-lit world and speed across tracks where the adrenaline is always high!
• One driver, one car: Cars aren’t just vehicles, they are personal statements. Each one is crafted to reflect the spirit of its driver: their past, their beliefs and their purpose. So get ready for bold silhouettes, aggressive builds, and the most extreme car designs, all fine-tuned and customized for speed, attitude and pure action!
• The Echo: A mysterious tech changed racing forever: the Echo. Thanks to it, cars don’t just race— they fight! Push them past the edge again and again. Break speed limits with every burst of Boost and hit your rivals with the Strike to knock them off track at the right time. And once Overdrive kicks in, it’s full-throttle chaos: no mercy, no brakes, and no room for anyone in your path. Master the Echo power and you’ll become a real Screamer, both offline and online!

Screamer is coming to PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam) on March 26, 2026.