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Jet Set Radio

Jet Set Radio is a 2000 action-platform video game developed by Smilebit and published by Sega for the Dreamcast.

Updated September 11, 20261 min readCited sources

Jet Set Radio is a 2000 action-platform game developed by Smilebit and published by Sega. It follows the GG's as they skate and graffiti through the fictional city of Tokyo-to.

What it is

Jet Set Radio is an action-platform game centered on inline skating, graffiti, and territory control. Players navigate urban environments as members of the GG's, a youth gang, while avoiding police and rival gangs. The game is known for its distinctive cel-shaded visual style.

How it was released

The game was developed by Smilebit and first released by Sega for the Dreamcast in 2000. It was later re-released in 2012 for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, iOS, Windows, PlayStation Vita, and Android, making it available to a wider audience including Canadian players.

Why it's remembered

Jet Set Radio gained a cult following for its unique art style and soundtrack. It led to a sequel, Jet Set Radio Future (2002), and Sega announced a new project in the series in 2023. Its influence persists in retro and action-game circles.

In short

  • The player controls members of the GG's, skating and spraying graffiti to claim territory.
  • Originally released for Sega Dreamcast in 2000.
  • Re-released in 2012 on multiple platforms.
  • A sequel, Jet Set Radio Future, came out in 2002; a new project was announced in 2023.
Canadian angle

Jet Set Radio has been available to Canadian players through its original Dreamcast release and later digital re-releases on major platforms, contributing to its recognition among Canadian retro and action-game audiences.

Quick questions

What is Jet Set Radio about?
It is about the GG's, a youth gang that skates through the fictional city of Tokyo-to, sprays graffiti, and competes against rival gangs and authorities.
When was Jet Set Radio released?
It was originally released in 2000 for the Sega Dreamcast.
Is there a Jet Set Radio sequel?
Yes. Jet Set Radio Future was released for the Xbox in 2002.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jet_Set_Radio
    Supports: Developer, publisher, original release year, gameplay premise, 2012 re-release platforms, and sequel information.
  2. British Film Institute — https://www.bfi.org.uk/jet-set-radio-grinding-cutting-edge-cool-25-years
    Supports: Jet Set Radio Future as a 2002 sequel and series legacy context.
  3. Metacritic — https://www.metacritic.com/game/jet-set-radio-2000/details/
    Supports: Game premise, original platform, and initial release date.
  4. Jet Set Radio Fandom — https://jetsetradio.fandom.com/wiki/Jet_Set_Radio
    Supports: Release date, original platform, and sequel reference.