The KONAMI booth recently showcased several exciting highlights, emphasizing a range of popular game titles and collaborations.
Momotetsu 2: A Festive Experience
The booth prominently featured “Momotaro Dentetsu 2 ~Your Town Must Be There~,” releasing two versions aimed at East and West Japan. This highly anticipated game showcases around 1,000 stations. The area was designed like a festival, complete with food stall decorations and staff members donning traditional happi capes.
Upcoming Title: Silent Hill f
Fans of horror games can look forward to the release of “Silent Hill f” on September 25, 2025. Set against a Japanese backdrop, this psychological horror game has gained significant attention, drawing newcomers to the renowned franchise. A character from the game, Ayakakashi, surprised attendees by distributing mini-notebooks during a guerrilla event at the booth.
Baseball and Soccer Highlights
- eBaseball: MLB PRO SPIRIT: This mobile game has surpassed 5 million downloads. Featured at the booth were renowned baseball player Shohei Otani, who participated in a panel, and fans had a chance to take commemorative photos in a Dodgers uniform.
- eFootball Collaboration: A special area was dedicated to soccer, displaying costumes worn by eFootball ambassador Neymar, further highlighting the game’s influence.
Gensou Suikoden Celebrates 30 Years
The beloved “Gensou Suikoden” series celebrated its 30th anniversary at the KONAMI booth. Special merchandise was on display, alongside a chronological overview of the series. Excitement mounted with the announcement of an anime adaptation of “Gensou Suikoden II” set to air in 2026, thrilling long-time fans.
Supporting Emerging Talent in Gaming
A dedicated area for the “Indie Games Contest Student Championship 2025” and “Game Creator Koshien 2025” showcased the burgeoning indie game scene in Japan. A total of 12 standout games from various universities were available for attendees to try, including:
- DRIFTED – UrbanFox (Tokyo University of the Arts)
- Edit Point! – A+RT (Nagoya College of Engineering)
- Ingacy – Instantaneous Photography Club (HAL Osaka)
- Slitherise – Utayo (Kobe Design University)
- Recollection – Speedster (HAL Tokyo)
Conclusion
The KONAMI booth proved to be a success, attracting numerous attendees with its engaging activities and impressive game displays. Fans of all genres found something to enjoy, marking a memorable experience at the event.
