Akatsuki Games Inc., TOHO CO., LTD., and Production I.G, Inc. have announced that KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME will officially launch on Steam for PC on October 1, 2025. Originally released on August 31 for iOS and Android, this anime-based, free-to-play RPG quickly climbed the App Store charts, earning #1 rankings in role-playing, adventure, and free-to-play categories and surpassing 3 million downloads.

About KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME

Based on Naoya Matsumoto’s celebrated manga and anime, KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME immerses players into the world of massive Kaiju battles with a strategic, turn-based combat system. Featuring full voice acting, stunning visuals, and multiple gameplay modes, this title is built for both newcomers and longtime fans alike.

Key Features

• Three Story Modes: Dive into an original Main Story featuring new characters and a special unit named CLOZER led by Sagan Shinomiya; relive key scenes in Memories; and explore the personal lives of Defense Force officers in Character Stories.
• Turn-Based Battles: Assemble four-member squads using familiar characters like Kafka Hibino, Mina Ashiro, Reno Ichikawa, Kikoru Shinomiya, Soshiro Hoshina, Isao Shinomiya, and more. Utilize skills, Ultimates, and tactical coordination to take down deadly Kaiju.
• Strategic Depth: Simple controls allow for accessible gameplay, while unique traits, Kaiju weaknesses, and support combos provide complex layers of strategy.
• Character Development: Strengthen your favorite fighters with skill enhancements, stat upgrades, and equipment optimization.
• Equipment Crafting: Use the “Unipart R&D” system to forge gear with randomized stats. Gather resources in quests to fine-tune builds and grow stronger over time.

Availability

Platform: Steam for PC

Release Date: October 1, 2025

Monetization: Free-to-Play with In-App Purchases

With its anime-authentic presentation, deep strategy, and compelling storylines, KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME continues to grow its kaiju-slaying legacy—now coming to PC players worldwide.

© JAKDF 3rd Division © Naoya Matsumoto/SHUEISHA
© Akatsuki Games Inc./TOHO CO., LTD./Production I.G

ーOfficial Press Release