{"id":116865,"date":"2025-03-07T03:13:25","date_gmt":"2025-03-07T03:13:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/arcade-game\/arcade-heroes-sega-details-more-on-maimai-dx-usa-release\/"},"modified":"2025-03-07T03:13:25","modified_gmt":"2025-03-07T03:13:25","slug":"arcade-heroes-sega-details-more-on-maimai-dx-usa-release","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=116865","title":{"rendered":"Arcade Heroes Sega Details More On Maimai DX USA Release"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>One month ago, <a href=\"https:\/\/arcadeheroes.com\/2025\/02\/03\/segas-maimai-dx-is-apparently-headed-to-amusement-expo-2025\/\">we received our first word on Sega\u2019s Maimai DX rhythm game coming to Amusement Expo 2025<\/a>, via an announcement by the recent test location Velocity eSports to recruit players. Confirmation was quickly provided to us by a representative of Sega Amusements. Now, the latter is sharing more details on the game\u2019s USA launch appearance there and upcoming release, alongside some further information posted by the game\u2019s own official Facebook page the other day. Let\u2019s give it all a look over.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center; border: 3px ridge cyan;\">Maimai DX Comes To The US From Late Summer<\/h3>\n<p>If you are new to the arcade industry, Amusement Expo International is held every Spring in March to showcase new arcade titles that will be launching in the Summer. Thanks to the same spokesperson who confirmed that Maimai DX would be appearing at this expo as a part of Sega Amusements\u2019 booth, we have additional information to share with you, along with <a href=\"https:\/\/segaarcade.com\/news\/sega-amusements-ignites-us-rhythm-game-scene-with-maimai-dx-at-amusement-expo\">a press release.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>First off, here\u2019s an ad that they shared online in regards to the AEI appearance:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimaiDX-AEI.jpg?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"47285\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/arcadeheroes.com\/2025\/03\/05\/sega-details-maimai-dx-usa-release\/maimaidx-aei\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimaiDX-AEI.jpg?fit=700%2C700&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"700,700\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"maimaiDX AEI\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimaiDX-AEI.jpg?fit=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimaiDX-AEI.jpg?fit=700%2C700&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47285 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimaiDX-AEI.jpg?resize=600%2C600&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"MaiMai DX AEI25 ad\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimaiDX-AEI.jpg?w=700&amp;ssl=1 700w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimaiDX-AEI.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimaiDX-AEI.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimaiDX-AEI.jpg?resize=50%2C50&amp;ssl=1 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Of the bites of information given here, it\u2019s nice that they are offering 100 AIME cards as a sweetener. And over 1100 songs is an impressive starter amount (titles like StepManiaX and Pump It Up Phoenix 2024 have somewhere over 500 songs), although it does note that the number \u201cmay vary\u201d. Granted, Sega has been releasing this game for more than a decade now in Asia, and they have a lot of inhouse music to put on there, e.g. this below famous racing game theme. I\u2019m sure the Sonic the Hedgehog songs will prove particularly popular among many customers who will come across the cabinets.<\/p>\n<div class=\"arve\" data-mode=\"normal\" data-oembed=\"1\" data-provider=\"youtube\" id=\"arve-youtube-ht3aklsjthy\" style=\"max-width:900px;\">\n<div class=\"arve-inner\">\n<p>\n<span class=\"arve-ar\" style=\"padding-top:56.200000%\"\/><iframe credentialless=\"\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allow=\"accelerometer 'none';ambient-light-sensor 'none';autoplay 'none';battery 'none';bluetooth 'none';browsing-topics 'none';camera 'none';ch-ua 'none';clipboard-read 'none';clipboard-write;display-capture 'none';document-domain 'none';domain-agent 'none';encrypted-media 'none';execution-while-not-rendered 'none';execution-while-out-of-viewport 'none';gamepad 'none';geolocation 'none';gyroscope 'none';hid 'none';identity-credentials-get 'none';idle-detection 'none';keyboard-map 'none';local-fonts 'none';magnetometer 'none';microphone 'none';midi 'none';navigation-override 'none';otp-credentials 'none';payment 'none';picture-in-picture;publickey-credentials-create 'none';publickey-credentials-get 'none';screen-wake-lock 'none';serial 'none';speaker-selection;sync-xhr;usb 'none';web-share;window-management 'none';xr-spatial-tracking 'none';\" allowfullscreen=\"\" class=\"arve-iframe fitvidsignore\" data-lenis-prevent=\"\" data-arve=\"arve-youtube-ht3aklsjthy\" data-src-no-ap=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/HT3AklsjThY?feature=oembed&amp;iv_load_policy=3&amp;modestbranding=1&amp;rel=0&amp;autohide=1&amp;playsinline=0&amp;autoplay=0\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"505.8\" name=\"\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-presentation allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/HT3AklsjThY?feature=oembed&amp;iv_load_policy=3&amp;modestbranding=1&amp;rel=0&amp;autohide=1&amp;playsinline=0&amp;autoplay=0\" width=\"900\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/iframe>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Also, we learn from this promo that the game has sold quite well (getting 1,000 units is a feat in recent years, let alone 6,000+). Twitter\/X user ichiki noticed that it shows the latest Prism version when what\u2019s been on test has been last year\u2019s Buddies, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/maimaiDX\/posts\/pfbid02KeV1f7s81mK3nwUnn3bGK1AyzXUXaexv1D97sS3QU4kNt82EUpoYQDgmT8aiHiXVl\">a post from the game\u2019s own official Facebook page says Buddies Plus will be at AEI<\/a>; however, <a href=\"https:\/\/segaarcade.com\/games\/maimai-dx-twin\">the official game page for Maimai DX on Sega Amusements\u2019 site<\/a> shows Prism. In checking with our contact at Sega, the release edition will be \u201ccompliant with the international version for the future production and sales\u201d. So fans, rest assured we won\u2019t be left behind!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Maimai_Cabinet_Front.png?ssl=1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"47293\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/arcadeheroes.com\/2025\/03\/05\/sega-details-maimai-dx-usa-release\/maimai_cabinet_front\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Maimai_Cabinet_Front.png?fit=1000%2C1065&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1000,1065\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Maimai_Cabinet_Front\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Maimai_Cabinet_Front.png?fit=282%2C300&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Maimai_Cabinet_Front.png?fit=962%2C1024&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47293 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Maimai_Cabinet_Front.png?resize=600%2C639&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"639\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Maimai_Cabinet_Front.png?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Maimai_Cabinet_Front.png?resize=282%2C300&amp;ssl=1 282w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Maimai_Cabinet_Front.png?resize=962%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 962w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Maimai_Cabinet_Front.png?resize=768%2C818&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>But the big question for many is \u2013 when will this game begin shipping?<\/p>\n<p>According to Sega Amusements, \u201cproduction should hit in Aug\/Sept\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>I imagine Round1USA will be getting first priority here, given how well it has tested for them, but as with the other big recent rhythm game launch in the West, other operators can still order it up in advance.<\/p>\n<p>Nothing has been said yet about whether or not Europe will also enjoy the release, which I have been asked about by some readers, but I will be following up on that at the Expo. If it is happening I would expect it to come a little later due to the extensive song licensing though. Should anyone out there have requests for something to film at AEI, let me know sooner rather than later so I can get it on my agenda.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center; border: 3px ridge cyan;\">Additional Details<\/h3>\n<p>A few other notes to copy over from the official page:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>New music annual upgrade.<\/li>\n<li>AIME card lets players store their progress.<\/li>\n<li>Free 100 AIME cards included with every game purchase.<\/li>\n<li>Free \u2018How to Play\u2019 promo roller banner included with every game.<\/li>\n<li>Link up to two twin cabinets for four-player action.<\/li>\n<li>2.1 channel player speakers with woofer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Confirmation of the AIME support is great and I would note that there is no mention of monthly fees. That could well just be an omission, but if not, it would be welcome; StepManiaX has operated without the need to charge for their network (although there are some paid songs that you can buy if you wish). If a \u201csmall fry\u201d can do that, then why not a larger fish\u2026<\/p>\n<p>One distributor that has listed the game on their site told me that it was \u201ccrazy\u201d the response that they\u2019ve been getting, seeing as high as 50 calls a week asking about the game. So the battle between the different companies and their rhythm games is really beginning to heat up.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s the press release, and keep in mind that we\u2019ll have some hands-on footage of this game when it comes to Amusement Expo just two weeks from now!<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center; border: 3px ridge cyan;\">Press Release<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>SEGA Amusements Ignites U.S. Rhythm Game Scene with maimai DX at Amusement Expo!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>SEGA Amusements International is set to redefine the rhythm game experience in the United States with the highly anticipated launch of maimai DX at Amusement Expo, booth 211, on March 19-20, 2025, at the Las Vegas Convention Center.<\/p>\n<p>This global arcade sensation, with over 6,000 units sold and a thriving international community, is poised to spark a new wave of rhythm game excitement in the U.S. market.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe growing influence of Asian pop culture has created a surge in demand for rhythm games, and maimai DX is at the forefront of this movement,\u201d states Justin Burke, Sales Director at SEGA Amusements International. \u201cRecognized as one of the most influential titles in the genre, maimai DX has a proven track record, providing U.S. operators with a high-performing, revenue-driving game that keeps players engaged through its immersive gameplay and competitive features.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-09.png?ssl=1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"47294\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/arcadeheroes.com\/2025\/03\/05\/sega-details-maimai-dx-usa-release\/maimai2-09\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-09.png?fit=1600%2C920&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1600,920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"maimai2-09\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-09.png?fit=300%2C173&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-09.png?fit=1024%2C589&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47294 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-09.png?resize=600%2C345&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"345\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-09.png?w=1600&amp;ssl=1 1600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-09.png?resize=300%2C173&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-09.png?resize=1024%2C589&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-09.png?resize=768%2C442&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-09.png?resize=1536%2C883&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>With its distinctive circular touchscreen, vibrant design, and intuitive interface, maimai DX delivers an unparalleled rhythm game experience. Players can tap, hold, and slide to the beat across a vast library of over 1,100 songs, featuring J-pop, anime hits, and classic tracks from SEGA and Sonic the Hedgehog games, with annual music updates ensuring continued excitement. The game\u2019s online connectivity, global leaderboards, and Aime player card integration foster a sense of community and competition.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-11.png?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"47295\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/arcadeheroes.com\/2025\/03\/05\/sega-details-maimai-dx-usa-release\/maimai2-11\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-11.png?fit=1600%2C920&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1600,920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"maimai2-11\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-11.png?fit=300%2C173&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-11.png?fit=1024%2C589&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47295 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-11.png?resize=600%2C345&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"345\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-11.png?w=1600&amp;ssl=1 1600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-11.png?resize=300%2C173&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-11.png?resize=1024%2C589&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-11.png?resize=768%2C442&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-11.png?resize=1536%2C883&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Designed to appeal to both casual and dedicated players, Maimai DX is an ideal addition to Family Entertainment Centres, bowling alleys, and arcades. Its eye-catching cabinet features a secondary screen for player performance tracking, high-fidelity 2.1 audio, and a headphone port for a personalised experience. Each machine also includes a complimentary \u201chow-to-play\u201d promotional roller banner.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-061.png?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"47296\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/arcadeheroes.com\/2025\/03\/05\/sega-details-maimai-dx-usa-release\/maimai2-061\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-061.png?fit=1600%2C920&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1600,920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"maimai2-06(1)\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-061.png?fit=300%2C173&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-061.png?fit=1024%2C589&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47296\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-061.png?resize=600%2C345&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"345\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-061.png?resize=300%2C173&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-061.png?resize=1024%2C589&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-061.png?resize=768%2C442&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-061.png?resize=1536%2C883&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-061.png?w=1600&amp;ssl=1 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u201cIf you\u2019re looking to boost your arcade\u2019s atmosphere and attract a dedicated crowd, maimai DX from SEGA is a must-have! This rhythm-based game has consistently performed well and built a passionate fanbase that continues to grow. We even had a group of players drive two hours just to play maimai\u2014it\u2019s incredible to see that level of dedication! The game\u2019s strong community and engaging gameplay make it a true crowd-pleaser. We highly recommend adding this to your arcade lineup\u2014it\u2019s a surefire hit!\u201d says Jonathan Holm from Velocity Esports.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-12.png?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"47297\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/arcadeheroes.com\/2025\/03\/05\/sega-details-maimai-dx-usa-release\/maimai2-12\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-12.png?fit=1600%2C920&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1600,920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"maimai2-12\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-12.png?fit=300%2C173&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-12.png?fit=1024%2C589&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47297 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-12.png?resize=598%2C344&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"598\" height=\"344\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-12.png?w=1600&amp;ssl=1 1600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-12.png?resize=300%2C173&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-12.png?resize=1024%2C589&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-12.png?resize=768%2C442&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arcadeheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/maimai2-12.png?resize=1536%2C883&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 598px) 100vw, 598px\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe long-awaited maimai DX is finally coming to the USA following overwhelming demand from both players and operators. Since its launch in 2019, the game has been a standout success across Asia, redefining the rhythm game experience with its unique design and engaging gameplay. We are thrilled to introduce this cultural phenomenon to the U.S. market, providing operators with a high-energy attraction that keeps players coming back for more,\u201d concluded Paul Williams, CEO of SEGA Amusements International.<\/p>\n<div class=\"sharedaddy sd-block sd-like jetpack-likes-widget-wrapper jetpack-likes-widget-unloaded\" id=\"like-post-wrapper-15981498-47253-67ca62f018f29\" data-src=\"https:\/\/widgets.wp.com\/likes\/?ver=14.3#blog_id=15981498&amp;post_id=47253&amp;origin=arcadeheroes.com&amp;obj_id=15981498-47253-67ca62f018f29&amp;n=1\" data-name=\"like-post-frame-15981498-47253-67ca62f018f29\" data-title=\"Like or Reblog\">\n<h3 class=\"sd-title\">Like this:<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"button\"><span>Like<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"loading\">Loading\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><h3 class=\"jp-relatedposts-headline\"><em>Related<\/em><\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One month ago, we received our first word on Sega\u2019s Maimai DX rhythm game coming to Amusement Expo 2025, via an announcement by the recent test location Velocity eSports to recruit players. 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