Japanese Games Coming Out: August 2024

What Japanese games are coming out in August 2024? The hottest month of the summer has arrived, but while many go on vacation, the video game industry does not stop. This August there will be a lot of important releases and the return of some beloved titles from the past. The month will open Tombs! Special Editiona remastered version of the classic PlayStation-era platformer that will include many mechanics such as the ability to save anywhere and rewind time in case of errors.

The adventure continues Natsu Mon! 20th Century Summer Kidwhere we can experience an unforgettable summer in rural Japan, and with the Action RPG That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ISEKAI Chronicles set in the narrative universe created by Fuse. August will also see the arrival of the PlayStation version of Princess Maker 2 Regenerationwhich had to suffer cuts compared to its Switch and PC counterpart.

Nintendo will try to cool us down from the hot August days with the chilling title Emio – The Man Who Smiles: Famicom Detective Club. Launched with a mysterious and disturbing advertising campaign, the game marks the return of the detective saga that has not received a new chapter since 1997. Also SQUARE ENIX will have a welcome return thanks to VISIONS of MANAthe new chapter of the beloved saga will take us on a new journey towards the Mana Tree with many new mechanics that will innovate the traditional gameplay of the franchise.

The title of Game of the Month for August 2024 is won by none other than GUNDAM BREAKER 4. In this fourth chapter of the franchise of BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment returns to the roots of the saga allowing us to create our dream GUNPLA choosing from hundreds of different parts, including those of the SD GundamWe will be able to face the whole adventure both alone and in the company of friends thanks to the multiplayer features. You can get a little taste of the game in our in-depth preview.

What will you be buying this month? Let us know in the comments.

Japanese Games Coming Out: August 2024 – Italy

Below you will find a paragraph dedicated to each of the most relevant titles of August and, new, below you will find the complete list of releases in Italy and Japan for easier consultation.

Tombs! Special Edition

Tombs! come back to Tombs! Special Editionthe definitive version of the legendary platforming masterpiece. As protagonist Tombi, you jump, bite, and swing your way through beautiful 2.5D landscapes on a quest to defeat a despicable group of evil pigs. Along the way, you’ll explore ancient relics, discover charming characters, unlock exciting quests, and unearth hidden treasures. It’s a platforming adventure that seamlessly blends linear and non-linear gameplay. Tombi! was first released in 1997 and is back today in a majorly expanded Special Edition packed with quality-of-life improvements.

Natsu Mon! 20th Century Summer Kid

The circus has arrived in the rural town of Yomogi and for the son of the director of the company, an unforgettable summer is about to come true. In this summer vacation, we will be able to experience the tranquility of rural culture, admiring breathtaking landscapes and getting to know both the inhabitants of the city and the circus troupe. Fish in the ocean or the river, catch rare insects in the hills or fields and record all your activities in the diary. You are free to choose which activities to do, it will even be possible to help the circus members with their chores. Whether you decide to venture to the top of the mountain, explore the ocean or simply enjoy a relaxing day, there will be so many memories to be made in Natsu Mon! 20th Century Summer Kid.

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ISEKAI Chronicles

In That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ISEKAI Chroniclesplayers will follow the leader Rimuru Tempest and his companions as they create a new nation from scratch, the Jura Tempest Federationand then develop it. This 2D side-scrolling action RPG follows the events of the original story, such as encounters with the Kijin and the battle against the Kingdom of Falmuthmaking it a perfect way to discover the universe for the first time. But there will also be two additional exclusive stories supervised by the original author, Fuseaccompanied by some new characters created by the series’ illustrator, creating a new experience that is sure to win over even long-time fans!

Emio – The Man Who Smiles: Famicom Detective Club

Hunt for the truth in a disturbing and twisted thriller for Nintendo Switch, Emio – The Man Who Smiles: Famicom Detective Club. Investigate the tragic murder of a middle school student, marked by a sinister clue that seems to recall a series of unsolved cases from the past and the urban legend of a killer with a grisly modus operandi. Solving this intricate murder will require in-depth investigation. Interrogate the victim’s classmates and anyone connected to the case, and travel between crime scenes and other places of interest to search for potential clues. If at any point you find yourself at a loss for where to go next, consult your notebook to review everything you’ve learned so far. Use every detective trick at your disposal, even the most unlikely ones, to uncover new leads.

GUNDAM BREAKER 4

Create the GUNDAM of your dreams in the latest game of the GUNDAM BREAKER series! In GUNDAM BREAKER 4 you will be able to create and customize your own GUNPLA staff and test its power in exciting combat missions. Choose from over 250 basic kits and combine parts to build the Gunpla of your dreams. Customize it all with paints, color effects, or decals, then show off your creation to the world in Diorama Mode. You can also use the many backgrounds and special effects to create epic, ultra-dynamic scenes to share online! Deploy your customized Gunpla in a wide variety of combat missions and test its skills in fierce battles in online or single-player modes. Fight together with your friends, equip perks for an extra edge, and blast your enemies to pieces!

VISIONS of MANA

VISIONS of MANA is a new title in the series that tells the story of the sacred sword and mana. The protagonist Val and her childhood friend Hinnarecently named Alm del fuoco, set off on a journey to the Tree of Mana. The game’s vibrant semi-open world features adorable yet ferocious monsters, to be faced with elemental powers in three-dimensional battles. As they adventure, they and the friends they meet along the way will begin to uncover the truth about the world. Should we resign ourselves to our fate? A new tale of “MANA” begins here, with a return to the origins of this classic fantasy series. In this game you will face enemies using weapons that contain the power of the elementals. Switch between classes and characters based on your play style and enjoy the combat, which has evolved in three dimensions and on a strategic level.

All the games coming out on consoles, PC and smartphones

August 1st – Hakuoki: Chronicles of Wind and Blossom (Nintendo Switch)
August 1st – Tombs! Special Edition (PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, PC)
August 2 – Aero the Acro-Bat (PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch)
August 2 – Fragment’s Note+ (PC)
August 2 – Fragment’s Note+ Afterstory (PC)
August 2 – Fragment’s Note 2+ (PC)
August 6 – Natsu Mon! 20th Century Summer Kid (Nintendo Switch, PC)
August 8 – Koumajou Remilia: Scarlet Symphony (PlayStation 5)
August 8 – Moonless Moon (PC)
August 8 – That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ISEKAI Chronicles (PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC)
August 8 – Princess Maker 2 Regeneration (PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4)
August 16 – Elrentaros Wanderings (Nintendo Switch, PC)
August 22 – Tales from Toyotoki: Arrival of the Witch (PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch)
August 29 – Emio – The Man Who Smiles: Famicom Detective Club (Nintendo Switch)
August 29 – GUNDAM BREAKER 4 (PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, PC)
August 29 – KAMITSUBAKI CITY ENSEMBLE (PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, PC, iOS, Android)
August 29 – VISIONS of MANA (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PC)
August 30 – Umamusume: Pretty Derby – Party Dash (PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, PC)
TBA August – BLADE CHIMERA (Nintendo Switch, PC)

Games Coming Out in Japan: August 2024

August 1st – Dokapon: Sword of Fury (Nintendo Switch)
August 1st – Tomb! Special Edition (PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, PC)
August 2 – Aero the Acro-Bat (PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch)
August 8 – Koi ni wa Amae ga Hitsuyou Desu (Nintendo Switch)
August 8 – Koumajou Remilia: Scarlet Symphony (PlayStation 5)
August 8 – Princess Maker 2 Regeneration (PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4)
August 8 – Moonless Moon (PC)
August 8 – That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ISEKAI Chronicles (PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC)
August 20 – INTI CREATES Gold Archive Collection (Nintendo Switch)
August 29 – Emio – The Man Who Smiles: Famicom Detective Club (Nintendo Switch)
August 29 – GUNDAM BREAKER 4 (PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, PC)
August 29 – KAMiBAKO: Mythology of Cube (PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, PC)
August 29 – KAMITSUBAKI CITY ENSEMBLE (PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, PC, iOS, Android)
August 29 – Memento Memoria: The Abandoned Neverland (PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch)
August 29 – Rhapsody: 25th Anniversary Collection (PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch)
August 29 – VISIONS of MANA (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PC)
August 30 – Umamusume: Pretty Derby – Party Dash (PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, PC)
TBA August – BLADE CHIMERA (Nintendo Switch, PC)