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August 2, 2024
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[This unedited press release is made available courtesy of Game Developer and its partnership with notable game PR-related resource Games Press]
ICREA Co., Ltd. :
TOKYO - Launching on Sept 10, 2024 - Internationally renowned video game franchise SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI will be transformed into an immersive first full-scale board game - SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI THE BOARD GAME. ICREA, a creative company in Japan who develops and creates many anime, movie, game content, will be bringing this adaptation to life. Step into a post-apocalyptic world where only the last city in Tokyo remains, and compete to recruit demon allies and grow stronger to battle in a final epic showdown.
SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI THE BOARD GAME is a 2-4 player board game where players compete to control the divided areas of Tokyo by negotiating or fighting with demons. The game will include 72 captivating and terrifying demon figurines. Grow and command the demon allies, fight and utilize ‘demon fusion’ to summon and create even more powerful beings.
The Kickstarter Campaign is scheduled to launch on Sept 10 (EDT) to raise funds to manufacture this game and bring it to life with the help of backers.
ICREA has carefully included aspects of the well-known MegaTen game into this board game. The SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI THE BOARD GAME features:
Captivating demon figurines : The game will feature 72 demon figures, including some new demons prototyped and we believe it was created in 3D based on the official game setting. Fans can paint their own figures and even use them for display.
Demon Fusion and Negotiation : Players get to experience true to the video game building up allies and eventually creating Demon Fusion to bring even more powerful allies into play. Throughout the game players will interact with demon encounters to attempt to recruit them as an ally in an exciting choose your own adventure style mechanic which will affect the outcome of negotiation.
ICREA Co., Ltd. is a Japanese creative company that supports the promotion and merchandising of games, manga, and anime content through production techniques for videos, illustrations, figures, and goods. With 15 years of extensive experience and expertise, they are committed to delivering a thrilling gaming experience that faithfully captures the world of the "SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI" series.
World Premiere at Gen Con 2024!
We are excited to announce the world premiere of the development components for "SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI THE BOARD GAME (Provisional)," which includes 72 demon figures, at "Gen Con 2024," one of the world's largest board game festivals held from August 1 to 4 in Indianapolis. Follow our official X account for updates on the event!
Gen Con 2024 Exhibition Information
Official Website: https://www.gencon.com/
Date: Thursday, August 1, 2024 - Sunday, August 4, 2024
Location: Indiana Convention Center (Indianapolis)
Booth: Japan Pavilion Booth No. B270 (ICREA)
SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI THE BOARD GAME
Players: 2-4 players
Time: 180-240 minutes
* Please note that these details are currently under development and supervision, so the design and content are subject to change.
Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/smtboardgame/shin-megami-tensei-board-game
X/Twitter: https://x.com/SMT_BDG
Publisher: https://www.icrea.co.jp/
For more information please contact : [email protected]
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