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Azuki Masaoka and Matcha Kobayashi have a unique place in SEGA history. Originally created for Project 575, the pair eventually received official VOCALOID4 voicebanks. As far as SEGA's Vocaloid lineup goes, Azuki and Matcha are currently the company's only Vocaloids, giving them an especially distinctive place within SEGA's history.

The two images show exactly who this post is talking about.

The goal shouldn't be to turn Azuki and Matcha into the next Sonic the Hedgehog. They don't need to become massive mainstream icons or compete with the popularity of characters like Hatsune Miku.

The more realistic goal is simply recognition.

Azuki and Matcha should be recognizable enough that SEGA fans and Vocaloid fans know who they are and understand their connection to SEGA. Right now, their history and existence can be surprisingly easy to overlook, especially compared with SEGA's much more prominent characters and franchises.

That's what makes their situation unfortunate. They already have something that makes them stand out: they're SEGA's own Vocaloids. That alone gives them a distinctive identity within both SEGA's character lineup and the wider Vocaloid scene.

A revitalization wouldn't have to make them hugely famous. It would simply need to prevent them from fading further into obscurity and establish them as characters that SEGA still acknowledges.

There is plenty of room for Azuki and Matcha to have a modest but recognizable place in SEGA's identity.

They don't need Sonic's level of fame.

They just need to be remembered.

When someone asks, "Does SEGA have any Vocaloids?", the ideal response shouldn't be confusion or silence.

It should be:

"Yes. Azuki Masaoka and Matcha Kobayashi."

What ideas could help make Azuki and Matcha more recognizable as SEGA's Vocaloids without trying to turn them into the next Sonic the Hedgehog?

Sonic has plenty of characters from other SEGA series who could really pass as a sibling. But which one fits the role best? There are two rules:

1. The "sibling" cannot come from the same series as Sonic.
No Tails, Knuckles, Shadow, Amy, etc.

2. The character must be owned by SEGA or a SEGA subsidiary.
No characters owned by outside companies, including crossover guests such as Godzilla, Batman, Mega Man, and especially Hatsune Miku.

With those rules in place, who deserves the title of Sonic's SEGA sibling?

Drop the best answer—or the funniest one.

Sonic image source: https://sonic.fandom.com/wiki/Sonic_the_Hedgehog/Gallery?file=Sonic_modern_art_3D_front.png

Azuki Masaoka and Matcha Kobayashi have a unique place in SEGA history. Originally created for Project 575, the pair eventually received official VOCALOID4 voicebanks. As far as SEGA's Vocaloid lineup goes, Azuki and Matcha are currently the company's only Vocaloids, giving them an especially distinctive place within SEGA's history.

The two images show exactly who this post is talking about.

The goal shouldn't be to turn Azuki and Matcha into the next Sonic the Hedgehog. They don't need to become massive mainstream icons or compete with the popularity of characters like Hatsune Miku.

The more realistic goal is simply recognition.

Azuki and Matcha should be recognizable enough that SEGA fans and Vocaloid fans know who they are and understand their connection to SEGA. Right now, their history and existence can be surprisingly easy to overlook, especially compared with SEGA's much more prominent characters and franchises.

That's what makes their situation unfortunate. They already have something that makes them stand out: they're SEGA's own Vocaloids. That alone gives them a distinctive identity within both SEGA's character lineup and the wider Vocaloid scene.

A revitalization wouldn't have to make them hugely famous. It would simply need to prevent them from fading further into obscurity and establish them as characters that SEGA still acknowledges.

There is plenty of room for Azuki and Matcha to have a modest but recognizable place in SEGA's identity.

They don't need Sonic's level of fame.

They just need to be remembered.

When someone asks, "Does SEGA have any Vocaloids?", the ideal response shouldn't be confusion or silence.

It should be:

"Yes. Azuki Masaoka and Matcha Kobayashi."

What ideas could help make Azuki and Matcha more recognizable as SEGA's Vocaloids without trying to turn them into the next Sonic the Hedgehog?

Now that SEGA vs. Capcom: The Next Level has been released, which other Capcom characters would be interesting to see represented in the game?

For reference, these characters are already playable (shown in the background) so please exclude these characters from the discussion:

• Ryu
• X
• Batsu Ichimonji
• Morrigan Aensland
• Linn Kurosawa

This is not a character request, and this post is not affiliated with or made by the developers of the fan game. The goal is simply to discuss which Capcom characters would be interesting fits for the game, particularly characters from franchises that haven't received much representation.

A similar discussion is also being held on r/SEGA, focusing on SEGA characters: https://www.reddit.com/r/SEGA/s/mK9uNbOhCK

Want to play the game? It is available here:
https://4cydestudios.com/game/sega-vs-capcom

Which Capcom characters would be the most interesting fits, and why?

Now that SEGA vs. Capcom: The Next Level has been released, which other SEGA characters would be interesting to see represented in the game?

To avoid repeating characters who are already part of the game's roster or plans, please exclude:

Already playable (shown in the background):

• Sonic the Hedgehog
• Axel Stone
• Vyse
• Beat
• Sakura Shinguji

Confirmed, but not yet playable:

• Akira Yuki
• Shadow the Hedgehog

The discussion is specifically about SEGA characters who aren't already playable or confirmed.

The focus is also on characters from SEGA itself, rather than characters from SEGA subsidiaries such as Atlus and Rovio. Third-party or licensed characters, such as Hatsune Miku, are also outside the scope of this discussion. The developers do not appear to be planning to include characters from SEGA's subsidiaries or third-party/licensed characters, so please don't focus on them.

This is not a character request, and this post is not affiliated with or made by the developers of the fan game. The goal is simply to discuss which other SEGA characters would be interesting fits for the game, particularly characters from franchises that haven't received much representation.

A similar discussion is also being held on r/capcom, focusing on Capcom characters: https://www.reddit.com/r/capcom/s/0ORcOOObYh

For Vocaloid representation, please refer to this existing discussion:
https://www.reddit.com/r/SEGA/s/q5fCbyli04

Want to play the game? The game can be found here:
https://4cydestudios.com/game/sega-vs-capcom

Which SEGA characters would be the most interesting fits, and why?

Capcom entering the Vocaloid scene could be a pretty interesting idea. VOCALOID has grown far beyond being just a Yamaha technology, with voicebanks and virtual singers associated with a variety of companies and creators. Hatsune Miku is probably the most famous example, while companies such as SEGA and Bandai Namco have also had their own Vocaloid-related characters and projects. Bandai Namco, for example, has Mirai Komachi as a VOCALOID voicebank.

So, if Capcom decided to create its own Vocaloid using an existing Capcom character, which character would be the best fit?

Some possibilities:

• Roll (Mega Man) — Probably one of the most natural choices. She already has a cute, colorful design and could easily be reimagined as a virtual idol.
• Morrigan Aensland (Darkstalkers) — A more mature and distinctive Vocaloid could make for an interesting contrast to characters such as Hatsune Miku.
• Tron Bonne (Mega Man Legends) — Her eccentric personality and recognizable design could work surprisingly well for a virtual singer.
• Chun-Li (Street Fighter) — A globally recognizable Capcom character who could give the concept a very different identity.
• Amaterasu (Ōkami) — A non-human Vocaloid would be unusual, but the visual possibilities could be incredible.
• Phoenix Wright (Ace Attorney) — Perhaps the funniest option. A Phoenix Wright Vocaloid could lead to some very bizarre songs.
• Mega Man — A robot becoming a Vocaloid would be thematically appropriate, especially considering the connection between synthesized voices and technology.

A Capcom Vocaloid could also make multi-company crossovers much more interesting.

For example, there is a fan game called SEGA vs. Capcom: The Next Level. If Masaoka Azuki and/or Kobayashi Matcha were ever added to the game, a Capcom Vocaloid could potentially serve as a rival to them.

A hypothetical Project X Zone 3 could also have a fun Vocaloid lineup if the crossover remained focused on Capcom, SEGA, and Bandai Namco. SEGA has two Vocaloid characters, Bandai Namco has Mirai Komachi, and Capcom could potentially bring a third company's Vocaloid into the mix.

So, which existing Capcom character would make the best Vocaloid?

And would the better choice be an obvious candidate like Roll, or would a completely unexpected character such as Phoenix Wright make the concept more interesting?

We're curious to see what everyone thinks!

If a hypothetical Project X Zone 3 ever happened, which SEGA characters would you most want to see join the roster?

The image features:

• The original Project X Zone logo with a 3 beside it.
• The SEGA logo separated by a white ×.
• In the background (left to right): Joker, Ichiban Kasuga, Sonic the Hedgehog, Ulala, and Azuki Masaoka.

These characters are just examples to spark discussion—they're not meant as a prediction or leak.

Who would you pick? Returning characters, newcomers, or even characters from lesser-known SEGA series are all welcome. We'd love to hear your roster ideas!

Today we celebrate 10 years since Otomachi Una's debut. Thank you for a decade of wonderful songs, amazing producers, and the creativity you've inspired throughout the singing synthesizer community.

Happy birthday, Una!

The original Fighters Megamix was a unique SEGA crossover that combined characters from games like Virtua Fighter, Fighting Vipers, and other SEGA properties, mixing serious fighters with unexpected characters and surprises. A sequel could be an opportunity to celebrate SEGA's entire history, including characters from SEGA-owned studios and subsidiaries such as Atlus and Rovio.

The question is: what direction should Fighters Megamix 2 take?

Should it be:

• A traditional 3D fighter inspired by Virtua Fighter?
• A faster arena-style fighter?
• A platform fighter similar to Super Smash Bros.?
• A completely new style that combines elements from different genres?

What gameplay mechanics would make it stand out? Should it focus on competitive depth, chaotic crossover fun, or a balance of both?

Also, what would the roster look like?

The roster should consist only of SEGA-owned characters, including characters from:

• Sonic the Hedgehog
• Virtua Fighter
• Like a Dragon / Yakuza
• Persona and other Atlus franchises
• Streets of Rage
• Phantasy Star (including Phantasy Star Online)
• Jet Set Radio
• Golden Axe
• Shinobi
• Crazy Taxi
• NiGHTS
• Super Monkey Ball
• Space Channel 5
• Puyo Puyo
• Samba de Amigo
• Alex Kidd
• Skies of Arcadia
• Panzer Dragoon
• Shenmue
• Valkyria Chronicles
• Sakura Wars
• Virtual-On
• The House of the Dead
• Comix Zone
• Ristar
• Billy Hatcher and the Giant Egg
• ChuChu Rocket!
• Fantasy Zone
• Space Harrier
• Project 575
• Bayonetta
• Angry Birds

Who would be the must-have fighters? Who would be the hidden/unlockable characters? Would there be any joke characters or unusual picks like the original game's Hornet car?

Bonus appreciation to anyone who includes Azuki Masaoka and Matcha Kobayashi, the only Vocaloid characters owned by SEGA, as part of the roster.

Share ideas for the fighting style, mechanics, stages, and dream roster!

Vocaloid representation in Super Smash Bros. comes up fairly often, especially when people mention Hatsune Miku. The biggest obstacle is Smash's long-standing philosophy of featuring fighters that originated in video games, which would rule out most Vocaloids, including Miku, since they debuted as voicebanks or mascot characters rather than game characters.

However, there are two interesting exceptions: Masaoka Azuki and Kobayashi Matcha. Both characters originated as part of SEGA's Project 575, first appearing in the Utayomi 575 mobile game and Utagumi 575 for PS Vita before later receiving official VOCALOID voicebanks. If the "video game origin" guideline is the deciding factor, these two are among the few Vocaloids that can make a strong case for meeting it.

Mirai Komachi is another interesting case. She has appeared in video games after her debut, but available information indicates she was originally created as a Bandai Namco virtual idol and technology showcase rather than debuting in a video game. That would likely place her in the same category as Hatsune Miku, where later game appearances wouldn't change her original debut.

With that in mind, if Smash were ever to have a Vocaloid representative while sticking to its usual philosophy, would Azuki or Matcha make the most sense? Or is there another Vocaloid character that would be a better fit?

Also, are there any official Vocaloids that were missed here that did originate from a video game before becoming Vocaloids? If so, it would be interesting to learn about them.

From left to right: CLARA, BRUNO, MAIKA, ONA.

While Hatsune Miku's "custody" changed hands several times throughout the tournament where the country holding her was eliminated the following match, these four Spanish Vocaloids stood with Spain from beginning to end, winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup title.

¡Felicidades, campeones! 🇪🇸🏆