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With a 30 million yen Funding Goal!!
November 13, 2024
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ICREA Co., Ltd. :
November 12, 2024 (Tue) 10:00 (EDT)
SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI THE BOARD GAME has officially launched its crowdfunding campaign, unveiling all project details.
ICREA Inc. (Headquarters: Taito, Tokyo) has released the campaign page for the full-scale board game SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI THE BOARD GAME, based on ATLUS' popular RPG series SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI. The campaign began on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 10:00 AM (EST).
Project Page: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/smtboardgame/shin-megami-tensei-board-game
Trailer : https://youtu.be/2kheNWMewB8
■ Live Project Page
Based on the world of the SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI series, this deluxe board game includes 72 intricately designed demon figurines, delivering one of the heaviest and most luxurious board game experiences both domestically and internationally. It received significant attention from fans at major events like Gen Con 2024 and Tokyo Game Show 2024, and is now open for support.
The campaign is available on the crowdfunding site Kickstarter, where you can watch the Trailer and view details about the components (cards, pieces, etc.) included in the game.
The project page also showcases the lineup of the 72 intricate demon figurines, the main highlight of this game. Some figures are viewable as 3D models, allowing 360-degree rotation to see every detail.
■Crowdfunding Overview
SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI THE BOARD GAME is an extraordinary heavy-weight board game that includes 72 demon figurines, over 350 cards, and various token components.
This game is exclusively available to those who support the crowdfunding campaign and will not be available through other means in the future.
Don't miss this unique gaming experience for fans of SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI and board game enthusiasts alike!!
Project Page: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/smtboardgame/shin-megami-tensei-board-game
Pledge Amount: The rewards are priced at 60,000 yen (tax included).
Campaign Period:
November 12, 2024,10:00 AM – December 12, 2024, 9:59 AM (EST)
※How to Pledge on Kickstarter
① Visit the Kickstarter project page:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/smtboardgame/shin-megami-tensei-board-game
② Click “Back this project” and select the reward you want.
③ Choose your country.
④ Enter the required account information and sign up.
⑤ Confirm payment to complete your pledge.
This project uses crowdfunding through Kickstarter, where the success of the project and achievement of stretch goals depend entirely on your support.
We sincerely look forward to your participation in the project.
■Product Overview
Product Name: SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI THE BOARD GAME
Players: 2 to 4
Play Time: 180 to 240 minutes
Recommended Age: 14 and up
Languages: Japanese and English
This game supports 2-4 players. Set in Tokyo during the 1990s, divided into areas such as Shinjuku and Shibuya, players use demon negotiation and fusion to recruit allies and engage in area control battles across the city. As the game progresses, your expanding roster of demons fills the ruined Tokyo map, creating a stunning spectacle.
Features
・Demon negotiation, a core aspect of SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI, and is key to gameplay; successful negotiations allow players to recruit powerful allies.
・Area control rewards include performing demon fusions and increasing the number of summoning allies, letting you expand your forces and overcome rivals.
・The game is divided into two stages: an area control phase on the Tokyo map, followed by a final tournament-style showdown called “Day of the Eschaton”, where players use their accumulated items and allies. Enjoy thrilling battles with comeback opportunities right up to the endgame.
■What is "SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI"?
Released in 1992 for the Super Famicom, "SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI" is an RPG series that celebrated its 30th anniversary in October 2022. It serves as the foundation for various spin-off works, including the "Persona" series and the "Devil Summoner" series. The games are characterized by their setting in a devastated Tokyo overrun by demons. The protagonist can summon and use demons as "Allies," engaging in battles with gods and demons while being caught between various conflicting values. Through this journey, the protagonist ultimately grows to become a pivotal figure in determining their own fate and that of the world.
■ICREA Co., Ltd.
ICREA 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.
©ATLUS. ©SEGA.
All product images are for illustrative purposes only. Actual product design may differ.
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