Shueisha Games announces that "Hoshin Engi: Defying Fate," a Roguelite action game created to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the manga "Hoshin Engi," will be released in 2027 on Nintendo Switch™2, PlayStation®5, and Steam® platforms.
We have received a message from the original author, Ryu Fujisaki, which is detailed below.
This title was first revealed during the "Nintendo Direct 2026.9.9" broadcast on September 9.
■ A Roguelite action game featuring an adventure with a protagonist newly illustrated by Ryu Fujisaki
The 30th-anniversary project for "Hoshin Engi," the Chinese mythological fantasy work serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump with over 22 million copies sold, is now officially underway!
Players can personally control a new protagonist, newly illustrated by Ryu Fujisaki, as they traverse the world of the manga's original work "after that"—this is a brand-new original Roguelite action game presented by Shueisha Games.
Step into the role of a new disciple under Taikoubou and face the new threats baring their fangs at the human world!
While deepening bonds with familiar characters from the original work such as Taikoubou and Yang Jian, players can freely combine a wide variety of "Magical Artifacts" to create their own unique combat style, tackling dungeons hand-in-hand with their spirit beast partners.
Enjoy dynamic visuals faithful to the original manga, repeatedly experiencing satisfying action and deep strategic fun!
■ Introducing characters newly illustrated by Ryu Fujisaki
Taikoubou's disciple, curious about magical artifacts
Protagonist: Momochi
Momochi's partner, a spirit beast who provides witty commentary
Suzaku Doshi
■ Message from Ryu Fujisaki
Hello, I'm Ryu Fujisaki. I created the manga "Hoshin Engi" about 30 years ago. Please take care of me.
I never expected that a team would be willing to create a game based on this manga!
It's truly a joyful thing. I love games; games are the best.
I really hope I can just play games, have fun, and dance my way through life!
The story of the manga "Hoshin Engi" continues—
The human world, which should have regained its peace, is once again under threat from a new menace.
Under the orders of his master Taikoubou, Momochi, accompanied by Suzaku Doshi, embarks on a journey to defeat powerful enemies using a wide variety of Magical Artifacts.
A brand-new adventure continuing after the original manga begins here.
■ Embark on a new adventure with characters from the manga
Taikoubou, Sibu Xiang, Yang Jian, Nezha, Huang Tianhua—characters from the manga "Hoshin Engi" will all make an appearance. Players can deepen their bonds with them through conversations at the base and in dungeons, and they will assist you in various ways. Some have fiery personalities and may challenge you to a "sparring match"—if you win, there might be a surprise in store...! Your new story with these characters begins here.
■ Team up with Spirit Beasts and conquer dungeons
Spirit Beasts are reliable support partners. When you are on the ground, they act automatically to block attacks, disrupt enemies, and provide comprehensive support. When you ride them, you can unleash exclusive riding skills, weaving through the air to cleverly evade enemy attacks and strike at blind spots to carve out a path. Ride alongside your trustworthy Spirit Beast and gallop through the dungeons!
■ Freely build your own style to conquer dungeons
Magical Artifacts are divided into "Primary Artifacts" that serve as the core of your attacks and "Support Artifacts" that can turn the tide of battle. Players can freely combine a wide variety of artifacts to create the optimal setup for different situations. By continuously enhancing artifacts, you can unleash powerful evolved attacks; make good use of various artifact combinations to break through the dungeon! Additionally, bringing back "Secret Techniques" randomly learned during adventures and collected "Materials" to the base allows you to strengthen your party. Hone and enhance according to your preferences to suppress the powerful enemies ahead.
■ Choose each step towards the end of the cycle
Each dungeon challenge presents a different layout. From one island to another—choose your direction by spotting the rewards at the end of branching paths. Will you trade Magical Artifacts, strengthen your character, or spar with manga characters to hone your skills...? Every choice you make will influence the course of your journey. Even if you fall midway, you can return to the base, use collected materials to enhance your protagonist and Magical Artifacts, and challenge again!
"Hoshin Engi: Defying Fate" Overview
■ Platforms: Nintendo Switch™2 / PlayStation®5 / Steam®
■ Genre: Roguelite Action Game
■ Release Date: Scheduled for 2027
■ Number of Players: 1
■ Rating: IARC 3+
■ Price: TBD
■ Languages: Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, English
■ Publisher: Shueisha Games
■ Developer: LASTWONDER
■ Copyright Information:
©Tsutomu Ano, Ryu Fujisaki/SHUEISHA
©SHUEISHA, SHUEISHA GAMES developed by LASTWONDER
■ "Hoshin Engi: Defying Fate"
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