Japan Games

From Japanese:

A cute Slime & Metal Slime glass with a round and adorable design is now available as a prize item. It was announced on October 14th that Taito released plush toys and Slime-shaped glasses featuring Slime and Metal Slime motifs from "Dragon Quest."

The glass stands out with its round, cute, and easy-to-hold design, featuring a charming print of Slime's face as a small detail. It measures about 7cm, making it suitable for children to use.

On the other hand, the plush toy is a large, approximately 40cm cuddly toy with a soft texture and a cute, distinctive shape.

a new roguelike action RPG called "FREDERICA," set in a world where words have been stolen. Players embark on a quest to find the king who took the words, venturing into a perilous abyss. The game features a diverse cast of characters, a swap system, and a production system.

Players choose from seven characters to explore dungeons that change with each descent, searching for the king. Inside these dungeons, they engage in battles, collect materials for crafting, and accumulate experience points, with each character's stats and XP being independent.

The game utilizes gates to divide the levels, and characters have unique skills that can be customized as they level up. The game also introduces the concept of "Queen's Tears" fragments, which allow character swapping and returning to the base.

The base serves as a hub for various activities like crafting, synthesis, animal husbandry, and cooking, with each activity granting experience points. Crafting requires specific materials and recipes, and higher-ranked recipes offer more powerful effects.

"FREDERICA" is scheduled for release on Nintendo Switch and Steam on September 28, 2023, with the Steam version launching on October 4th.

HD REMASTER'S FEATURES

The game boasts beautifully improved graphics and HD image quality. A new guidebook function assists newcomers, while detailed features enhance gameplay accessibility for all.

KEY POINTS

Explore a charming world map resembling a storybook, where terrain comes to life like a pop-up picture book as characters move.

Progress your adventure step by step, with the map drawing and filling in as your character explores. This unique feature is called Cartograph.

Choose one of seven main characters to lead your adventure, with no set story route, giving players full control of their destinies.

Form alliances with Avalon spirits to harness elemental powers in battle, thanks to the innovative Fusion World View System.

Engage in battles with water, wind, fire, and darkness spirits, vying for elemental dominance. Utilize spirit arts to strengthen your abilities in Two-Dimensional Battles.

Immerse yourself in Legend of Legacy's sound design, featuring high-quality game music and intricate environmental sounds that enhance the gaming experience.

Legend of Legacy HD Remastered combines classic RPG charm with new twists for the HD era, offering vast gameplay options, thoughtful sound design, and beautiful music, making it a must-play RPG adventure.

[Steam Page]

【The story of a girl who is changing from a human to a "KEMONO" and watching her coming of age.】 Would you like to live with a girl who grows beast ears, a tail, and gradually transforms into a "KEMONO"...? This is a multi-ending "adventure game about training an Animalized girl" set in a KEMOMIMI x Hong Kong x cyberpunk world.

From Steam:

For several years of conflicts, there were bloody struggles between three high schools around this area (somewhere in Japan). This madness played by the three schools: Sakae High School, Nakamura Technical High School and Minato High School. They engaged in many fierce battles with the aim to show who’s boss in this town.

When Kitagawa Seiichi, the demon king of Minato High School just graduated last year, all the balance of three power came to doubt once again.

The game is set in Minato High School The story focuses on TAIGA ARASHI.

Game Features

• High quality 2D pixel on 3D stage
• Turn based strategy game
• Special Attack
• Knock back system
• Combo system

STEAM: https://rebrand.ly/8b144h5

[source]

Square Enix Co., Ltd"Final Fantasy"From the series"Chocobo"・"Moguri"Announced to launch the Cube Plush toy on December 16th。

"Chocobo" is a signatory mascot character in the "Final Fantasy" series, featuring a big beak that looks like a chick。And you can ride in the game and run around fast on the map。

"Moguri" is another mascot character in the "Final Fantasy" series, with white bodies, flying with small wings, pompoms on his head, and a cute name with a mole and bat that squeak "Kupo". It is a living thing。

These two mascot characters are now sold as a cube-shaped plush toy。This time it is sold in three sizes, S, M and L, so there are a total of six types。

[Steam page]

"If you don't keep eating sushi, you will die! This 3D action game takes the main character on a great adventure to fight against the evil that is trying to destroy the world's sushi!

Use your jumping action and your love for sushi to conquer a total of 40 different 3D courses!

Game features: Collect "Sushi Souls" that you obtain by overcoming the stages! Lots of story scenes. An epic battle is depicted between those who love sushi and those who hate sushi. There are various types of "jumping abilities" to enhance the main character's actions and increase the game's attack freedom."

[Watch it here]

[Via siliconera]

*Danganronpa creator Kazutaka Kodaka sat down with Keiichiro Toyama at Bokeh Game Studios to talk about his development process. The interview was recorded as part of Bokeh’s regular “Golden Hour” series, where Toyama talks with developers across the industry. During their chat, Kodaka discussed his inspirations, his experience working with voice actors and the challenges of setting up his own company.

When discussing the inspirations behind the Danganronpa series, Kodaka talked about how he was heavily inspired by the manga Dragon Head and The Drifting Classroom. He also cited the original Battle Royale novel as a major inspiration too. He talked about how he meticulously plans out his storylines and likes to hear when players get so hooked on his stories that they play in one sitting.

The interview also touched on the development of Kodaka’s latest title, Master Detective Archives: Rain Code. He explained that the process of recording voice actors for the new game was different from doing the same for Danganronpa. He talked about how there were a lot of retakes, due to frequent changes to the script over the game’s six-year development.

Kodaka also discussed the challenges of setting up Too Kyo Games, the development studio he founded with fellow Danganronpa team members Rui Komatsuzaki and Masafumi Takada, along with Zero Escape director Kotaro Uchikoshi. He also joked about working with Uchikoshi, who he claims sleeps all day and works through the night. *

[Trailer] [Steam page]

Playing right now. Happy because it sure will be more!

Oh my <3

*Experience of Being Inhaled by Kirby's Mouth!"

Introduction: Bandai Corporation has begun accepting pre-orders for the plush toy "Sui-Komikku! Kirby," which allows fans of the iconic character Kirby from "Kirby's Dream Land" to experience the fantasy of being inhaled by him. This highly sought-after product offers a chance to relive the madness and cuteness of a previous 2018 release, where fans can now enjoy the luxurious feeling of being inside Kirby's mouth.

Details: "Sui-Komikku! Kirby" pre-orders can be placed on Bandai's official shopping site, "Premium Bandai," with a price of 9,676 yen (tax included). The scheduled delivery is set for January 2024.

Description: Standing at a height of 38cm, with a depth of 36cm and a width of 51.5cm, "Sui-Komikku! Kirby" is a generously sized plush. The product images on Premium Bandai's site showcase that not only can children immerse themselves in Kirby's mouth, but adults can also comfortably fit their heads inside.

The inside of Kirby's mouth is cushioned, making it possible to use the plush as a cozy pillow.

Conclusion: For those who have always dreamed of being inhaled, devoured, or even sleeping inside Kirby's mouth, "Sui-Komikku! Kirby" *

Affogato is an RPG centered around a sorceress managing her new café while helping customers overcome their fears and secrets by delving into their minds. The game features an innovative 'reverse tower defense' mechanic and stunning anime graphics. Players must make critical decisions to lead customers to safety in challenging card-based levels. By forging bonds with diverse customers, listening to their stories, and resolving their troubles, players can become the approachable sorceress they aspire to be. Time management is crucial as decisions impact the café's success, barista skills, spell learning, and customer relationships. Mastering the art of making coffee unlocks hidden conversations and storylines, enhancing the overall experience.

[Steam Page]

Sony Interactive Entertainment is a horror adventure for PS2'SIRENAnnounced to deliver the remasterboard soundtrack "SIREN ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK (2023 Remaster)" from August 3rd。

RATATAN funded!

This game seems insanely cool. I'll just put it in there to remember it exists hehe.

a turn-based strategy game where players control the rebellion led by the Villainess, Scarlet. Falsely accused of regicide, she manipulates the Imperial Kingdom's military force with her aerial warship capable of "Streaming." The game features voxel-based art and allows players to capture enemy commanders and convert them into allies. Building trust with allied units leads to stronger units and new abilities. The game revolves around conquering a continent and engaging in strategic battles.

[Steam Page]

"BOKURA" is a two-player puzzle adventure game where players see different worlds on their screens. They must communicate to solve puzzles and progress in the story. The game cannot be played alone and explores the idea of different perceptions of reality. It lasts around three to four hours and follows two boys' journey to return to their original world.

[Early access on Steam]

*"Enjoy the Diner" is an adventure game set in the eternal diner, Moon Palace, and features a multiple-choice format with point-and-click elements. The game takes around 2-2.5 hours to complete and offers two different endings. Players are advised to save their progress before making crucial decisions.

The Steam version of the game includes several new features:

It has been ported from Godot to Unity, allowing players to use a game controller in addition to a computer mouse and play in full-screen mode. New conversations with other customers at Moon Palace have been added. Completing the game with specific endings unlocks a Sound Gallery and an Illustration Gallery, including character descriptions by the creator, Gekkan Shicchitai (Oississui). The game's sounds are also available for download as a separate soundtrack.*

Sega will be selling "Puyo Puyo Manju" at four limited locations during the "National Esports Championship 2023 Kagoshima" qualifiers. The product is priced at 1,000 yen (tax included) and comes with a limited edition paper bag featuring a design commemorating the "Puyo Puyo" tournament. The sale will take place from 10 a.m. until the end of the tournament, and both the product and the special bag have limited quantities.

[Source]

Indie game brand "Studio Yomi," led by scenario writer amphibian, known for working on the scenario for "Raging Loop" and planning/scenario for the werewolf-themed adventure game "Gui Chronicle" on Twitter, is currently developing two completely new original games. They are creating two prototypes, a super cool game called 'P' and a super eccentric game called 'Q.' The flyers revealed some character designs and intriguing elements of the stories, raising anticipation for these upcoming games.

This seems interesting:

From steam:

Welcome to "From Madness with Love", a dating sim with guys you will never be on the same page with! Spend a year of school life with four guys and make choices to build up your relationship with the guy you like! As you interact with them more and more, you will face challenges, and you'll uncover their secrets...! Will you be able to have a happy ending with the guy you love?

Summary

You are the main character, a simple high school sophomore. However, last year your high school was bombed by terrorists, so you were transferred to the closest school to your home—a private school for rich kids.

Streamer-friendly!

This game comes with two modes. "Normal Mode" is the default, while "Streamer Mode" covers up some of the more revealing illustrations, so you don't have to worry about them while streaming! Pick whichever mode suits your needs.(Note: Streamer Mode does not apply to the Gallery, where images will remain uncensored)

Content Warning

This game contains strong language, sensitive topics, violence, horror, unreasonable scenarios, intelligible nonsense, and very loud noises. Please proceed with caution

[Steam Page]

From Steam:

When the protagonist wakes up, he finds himself on a luxury cruise ship. The game revolves around the story of his attempts to escape from the sinking ship and a group of passengers he feels nostalgic about.

This action game is where you find your passengers and escape from a sinking ship. The tilt and water level of the ship are constantly changing, and the situation can vary dramatically depending on the timing, even in the same location. Gimmicks in the stages also change significantly depending on the tilt and water level. Players need to use these elements and build escape routes strategically. Sometimes it is necessary to solve puzzles, and sometimes it is needed to navigate your way through different actions.

In the end, the protagonist will be with his precious one at last.

[Wishlist On Steam]

from Steam:

Overview It's a puzzle game meets rhythm game combined into a lighthearted ecchi romp!Battle as cute sexy witches as you drop blocks to the beat to clear rows your side of the puzzle stage.

Send blocks to your opponent's side to throw them off rhythm and tear their clothes asunder! Each stage contains a new kind of catchy rhythm and a new puzzle element for ever increasing challenge! Story In a world where magic developed in place of technology, ten lovely witches live together in a grand tower to study and grow their mystical knowledge.However, trouble emerges when a mysterious force takes control of their bodies and makes them try to strip one another! Thought at first to be some kind of prank, these antics arouse the attention of an unexpected guest, and it soon becomes clear there are far more powerful forces at work.

Can these witches learn to cooperate in order to save their tower, and their wardrobes from complete destruction?

[STEAM PAGE]

Another place to visit when I go back to Japan.