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 today lifted the curtain on another key contender in anime combat racer Screamer with the reveal of Strike Force Romanda, the second team to be revealed in the lead-up to the game’s launch. Once one of Japan’s most successful pop groups, the trio has taken to the streets of Neo Rey to reclaim worldwide attention and captivate new audiences with their trademark style, a flashing mix of colors, fashion, and dynamic energy

Ritsuko Imai, the band’s main singer and composer, leads the team with the same determination that made her a star, despite hiding deep fragilities beneath a sparkling public image. By her side is the young Hina Yamano, impulsive, rebellious, and always ready to push the group in bold new directions, while Akane Hyuga, one of the band’s founders, serves as the steady hand and strategic mind of the group. 

Beyond reclaiming their place in the spotlight, Strike Force Romanda is driven by a motivation that goes far beyond fame and glory. As players dive into the Screamer Tournament, they’ll discover the team’s journey is fueled by deeply personal reasons.

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) in 2026.