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Award-Winning Interactive Novel and Roger Launches on Nintendo Switch 2 and Mobile
Kodansha Game Lab has released the interactive novel and Roger on Nintendo Switch 2, iOS, and Android, accompanied by a limited-time sale. The game, praised for its emotional storytelling and animation, now supports 29 subtitle languages and features updated controls for its new platforms. This expanded release aims to introduce the acclaimed narrative experience to a wider audience.
INTERNATIONALLY ACCLAIMED INTERACTIVE NOVEL “AND ROGER” NOW AVAILABLE FOR NINTENDO SWITCH 2, iOS, AND ANDROID
Kodansha Game Lab has launched the interactive novel "and Roger" on Nintendo Switch 2, iOS, and Android, with a sale ongoing across all platforms. The game, which has garnered over 100,000 players and numerous awards, features a story about a girl whose life changes unexpectedly. The update also adds 20 new subtitled languages.
KODANSHA GAME LAB BRINGS THE HEAT WITH UPDATES TO THREE TITLES FOR THIS SUMMER ALONG WITH NEW GAME ANNOUNCEMENT
Kodansha Game Lab announced summer updates for three indie titles: 'and Roger' for iOS, Android, and Nintendo Switch 2 on June 18th; 'Wabisabi SushiDerby' for PC and Nintendo Switch on July 15th; and 'BOKURA' for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4/5 later this summer. The publisher also revealed a new game from Nama Takahashi, creator of 'ElecHead'.
KODANSHA GAME LAB BRINGS THE HEAT WITH UPDATES TO THREE TITLES FOR THIS SUMMER ALONG WITH NEW GAME ANNOUNCEMENT
Kodansha Game Lab announced summer updates for three indie titles: 'and Roger' for iOS, Android, and Nintendo Switch 2 on June 18th; 'Wabisabi SushiDerby' for PC and Nintendo Switch on July 15th; and 'BOKURA' for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5 later this summer. The publisher also revealed it will publish the next title from Nama Takahashi, creator of ElecHead.
Sweet Hamster Days Dating Sim Demo Appears on Steam
Kodansha has released a demo for the dating sim Sweet Hamster Days on PC via Steam, with the full release scheduled for July 2026 on Steam and Epic Games Store. The game features players as a reincarnated hamster raised by the Shiratori sisters, with gameplay focused on exploring the house and reconciling the sisters. An English trailer is available, though it features Japanese voiceovers with auto-dubbing.
Sushi racing sim Wabisabi SushiDerby locks in a release date, new trailer
Kodansha Game Lab and Itamae Studio have announced that Wabisabi SushiDerby, a sushi racing simulation game, will be released on Nintendo Switch on July 15, 2026. Players will raise and train pixelated sushi to compete in races, utilizing unique toppings and skills to win the ultimate "S1" Cup.
