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Road 96 Sequel Teased by THQ Nordic With New Trailer

Simon Ellis 2 min read

THQ Nordic and DigixArt teased a Road 96 sequel during their digital showcase. The trailer features returning characters John and Fanny, confirming active development.

Road 96 Sequel Teased by THQ Nordic With New Trailer
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Road 96 fans have reason to look forward to the next chapter in the series. THQ Nordic and DigixArt revealed a teaser for a new entry during the THQ Nordic Digital Showcase 2026. This update confirms that the developers are actively working on a sequel. Players who enjoyed the original political adventure game now have a concrete sign that the franchise is continuing.

THQ Nordic and DigixArt reveal teaser featuring returning characters John and Fanny during digital showcase

The teaser trailer brings back familiar voices to set the tone for the new game. It features voice acting from characters John and Fanny. John and Fanny served as key characters in the original Road 96 game. The presence of these characters indicates that the upcoming game will likely retain the narrative and character-driven elements of the first title.

The video clip ends with a direct call to action for the audience. The trailer concludes with the phrase 'Get back on the road.' This line serves as the primary hook for the upcoming release. The teaser hints that the new entry will continue the journey-focused gameplay mechanics established in the previous game.

Details about the release date remain unconfirmed despite the showcase timing. The source mentions the tease occurred during 'THQ Nordic Digital Showcase 2026'. This event name might suggest a 2026 release window. However, the source does not explicitly state the release year or confirm the sequel's existence beyond the tease. An official release date has not yet been announced and will be shared in future updates.

Source: Gematsu