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The Koei Tecmo LIVE! stream at Tokyo Game Show 2025 opened with President and CEO Hisashi Koinuma greeting fans, joined by comedy duo Sayaka and MC Haruka Mori. They introduced the full program lineup and highlighted booth attractions, which featured demos for Nioh 3, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, and Ninja Gaiden 4.
Visitors explored elaborate displays, including a 3D recreation of a guardian spirit from Nioh 3, a replica sword modeled after Ryu Hayabusa’s katana, and life-sized figures from Hyrule Warriors. Alongside these activities, Koei Tecmo announced a sale of up to 85 percent off select titles like Ninja Gaiden Black, Wild Hearts, Fatal Frame 5, and Nioh Complete Edition.
Kingdom: Hadou Pre-Registrations
Koei Tecmo confirmed that Kingdom: Hadou, a free-to-play mobile strategy game, had opened pre-registration on iOS and Android ahead of its October 1, 2025 launch. Fans could also sign up on the official website to secure rewards before release.
Harukanaru Toki no Naka de: Ryuugu no Miko
The otome series Harukanaru Toki no Naka de marked its 25th anniversary with the reveal of Ryuugu no Miko. Voice actors Yuuto Suzuki, Ryuichi Kijima, and Naozumi Takahashi introduced the title, showed trailers, and performed a live playthrough of its opening chapter.
The story follows a modern student swept into the Battle of Dan-no-ura before awakening in the mystical city of Ryugu. As the Divine Child, she journeys with the Eight Leaves, historical heroes tasked with protecting time and space.
Gameplay blends romance and strategy. Players can bond with love interests in the Dragon Palace through dates, daily interactions, and story progression. Combat uses a card-based system with elemental affinities and deity summoning. The game also includes gacha mechanics and crossovers with earlier entries, including characters from Harukanaru Toki no Naka de 3.
Pre-registrations have already surpassed 200,000, unlocking a series of in-game rewards. The title launches in Winter 2025 on mobile, with appearances planned for Animate Girls Festival 2025.
Dynasty Warriors 25th Anniversary and Remaster
Dynasty Warriors celebrated its 25th anniversary with a retrospective hosted by IP Producer Kihiro Suzuki and ω-Force Head Tomohiko Sho. They reflected on the franchise’s history and answered questions about potential remasters and new gameplay features.
The biggest reveal was Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered. Built in Unreal Engine 5, the remake modernizes both the base game and its Xtreme Legends expansion. It revives mechanics like True Musou Attacks and co-op while adding updated visuals, smoother movement, and expanded content. The remaster launches on March 19, 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2.
In addition, Dynasty Warriors Origins was confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 with a January 22, 2026 release date. The game introduces new scenarios, branching storylines, and enhanced battle mechanics. Koei Tecmo also teased crossover DLC with Musou Abyss, allowing fans to vote for which characters join.
Merchandise and Giveaways
Merchandise took center stage at the booth. Attendees purchased exclusive shirts, tote bags, pins, and keychains, while demo players received themed prizes. Nioh 3 players who defeated Takeda Shingen earned a limited-edition t-shirt. Hyrule Warriors participants received clear files, and Ninja Gaiden fans picked up original pin badges. The Atelier series offered reversible die-cut fans, while cross-promotions provided collectible cards from Duel Masters and WIXOSS.
Spending milestones unlocked extra goods, such as image tickets, clear files, and cleaning cloths. Koei Tecmo also unveiled new Atelier merchandise, Dead or Alive apparel, and anniversary items for La Corda d’Oro and Angelique Memoir.
KT App 3.0 Update
The updated KT App 3.0 streamlined access to Koei Tecmo news across GameCity, Gust Shop, KT Spot Online Shop, and other official sites. Fans using the app at TGS 2025 received exclusive items, including stickers, tote bags, and in-game codes for Romance of the Three Kingdoms Hadou and Nobunaga’s Ambition.
A giveaway campaign also let attendees win a GALLERIA gaming laptop by posting impressions on social media with the hashtags #KTG2025 and #KTApp.
Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake
A special broadcast spotlighted the remake of Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly. Developers compared the original PlayStation 2 version with the remake, which now features enhanced graphics, improved sound with 7.1.4 channel support, and atmospheric effects.
They also revealed a new hand-holding mechanic between the twin protagonists. It emphasizes their emotional bond while affecting gameplay, balancing comfort with vulnerability. The team teased more narrative details and promised future updates.
Nioh 3 Live Showcase
Producer Kohei Shibata and director Hayato Shibuya joined comedy duo Sayaka and MC Haruka Mori to present Nioh 3. Marketed as an “Open Field x Sengoku Death Game,” the title offers both the traditional Samurai style and a new Ninja style, letting players switch freely in battle.
Sayaka played the demo to showcase combat, while Shibuya demonstrated hidden features like hot spring baths before a boss fight. Despite his expertise, the director fell several times, showing the punishing challenge fans can expect from Nioh 3.
Atelier Series Announcements
The livestream closed with updates for the Atelier franchise. Koei Tecmo revealed new costumes and content for Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist and the White Guardian and announced the Atelier Ryza Secret Trilogy DX bundle, releasing in November.
The finale introduced a crossover between Atelier Resleriana and Dead or Alive Xtreme Venus Vacation, with collaborative campaigns planned for both games.
Closing Thoughts
Koei Tecmo LIVE! at TGS 2025 delivered a packed showcase of remakes, retrospectives, and bold new projects. The event balanced nostalgia with innovation, ensuring fans of every franchise—from Nioh to Dynasty Warriors, Fatal Frame to Atelier—left with something to anticipate.
