At the Digimon Con 2025 event, publishers Bandai Namco and developers Media.Vision unveiled fresh updates and previews for “Digimon Story: Time Stranger“, a game first announced in February. The presentation covered aspects such as the narrative, setting, characters, number of Digimon, and other significant details.
Get the information below, as shared by producer Ryosuke Hara.
■ Staff
- Main Character Design: Suzuhito Yasuda (Yozakura Quartet, BOOTSLEG, illustrator of Durarara!!)
- Boss Character Design: Oh! great (Tenjho Tenge, Air Gear, Kaijin Fugeki)
- Music: Masafumi Takada (Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth, Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth – Hacker’s Memory)
■ Story
Synopsis
“The story begins in Tokyo, Japan.
The main character belongs to ADAMAS, a clandestine group dedicated to exploring and resolving unusual occurrences.
During their examination, they stumble upon an enigmatic being known as a “Digimon” within the barricaded district of Shinjuku, which has been cordoned off by the authorities. Subsequently, they find themselves entangled in a puzzling blast.
“They then reawaken eight years in the past…
Later on, the main character embarks on a quest to unravel the secret behind the impending destruction of the world and find a solution to prevent it. The game offers players a chance to delve into a grand tale that highlights relationships and clashes arising from the intricate blend of two contrasting entities: ‘Past and Future,’ ‘Real World and Digital World,’ and ‘Humans and Their Creatures (Digimon).’ Join in this epic journey exploring the complex dynamics between humans and Digimon!
■ Two Worlds: Human World and Digital World
“The setting of this story will be split between the Human World and the Digital World: Iliad.”
In this upcoming “Human World” narrative, our focus will primarily revolve around Shinjuku and Akihabara. Previous “Cyber Sleuth” installments showcased diverse locations across Tokyo, but for this new title, we chose to emphasize a more expansive and detailed representation of the city to enhance the story’s immersive quality. Notably, we recreated part of Shinjuku’s underground mall. To be frank, I barely recall the entire layout. Even within the game, you may occasionally exit through the wrong door and end up at a bus stop or similar location.
Allow me to present an alternate perspective of our game, known as the Digital World: Iliad. This is Central Town, a bustling hub that serves as the heart of your journey. It teems with various Digimon and boasts numerous shops beneficial for our hero. As you traverse this urban landscape, you’ll encounter Digimon at every corner, along with trendy bars, restaurants, and other establishments. Central Town has a vibrant atmosphere that suggests it’s a thriving city where Digimon dwell.
As a gamer diving into the world of Cyber Sleuth, I’ve always yearned for more opportunities to explore the Digital World beyond brief glimpses. In this upcoming title, we’re not just visiting the Digital World; we’re making it our regular hangout! The trailer hinted at an exciting encounter system where battles against Digimon are as simple as a touch. With Digimon populating every corner, I can’t help but feel that my adventure is about to take on a whole new level of immersion and excitement. Keep your fingers crossed for more details about the captivating corners of this Digital World in the days ahead!
■ A Greater Sense of Immersion
In crafting the Human World, we placed a strong emphasis on creating an immersive narrative experience. To achieve this, we were meticulous about decisions that could potentially disrupt immersion and focused our efforts primarily on story development. We believe that the overall environment, design, and aesthetics of each area are crucial in setting the stage for a more engaging story. After all, a disorganized or chaotic setting can make it difficult to fully appreciate the narrative itself, so we’re taking great care to ensure everything is depicted with precision.
As a gamer, let me share my experience: Central Town, heart of the entire quest, pulsates with life in three dimensions. From the lively Digimon residing there, their placement, right down to the background music and ambient sounds, every detail was crafted to immerse players into the town’s thick atmosphere. The aim was to make you feel the town’s richness and energize you with the desire to embark on your next adventure.
To provide a clearer image, each zone in Iliad incorporates gears similar to those seen in the game’s emblem uniquely. These gears aren’t just decorative elements; they hold a secret meaning that, if noticed during your journey, could make your experience even more engaging.
■ “Time” as a Keyword
The role of “Time” is crucial to the storyline of this game, making it challenging for me to delve deep into details, but I’ll share some insights. The main goal in the game revolves around discovering and averting the reason behind the impending collapse of the world. The protagonist doesn’t have the power to traverse time freely, yet their involvement with it will drive the narrative forward. In this game, Digimon are a mystery to the protagonist, and being flung between different periods only adds to the bizarre circumstances they encounter. Previous anime and games have explored the intersection of the Human and Digital Worlds, but
■ Characters
- Protagonist: Dan Yuki / Protagonist: Kanan Yuki – Agent of a Special Investigation Bureau ADAMAS. Caught in a mysterious explosion and sent back eight years…
As a devoted fan, I’d like to share that the dynamic duo you glimpsed in the earlier teaser is none other than Dan Yuki and Kanan Yuki. They both serve as agents within the clandestine group known as ADAMAS, an organization renowned for its work on unexplained occurrences. Intriguingly, they are recognized as the most promising pair across the entire organization.
In past “Cyber Sleuth” games, players could select between two main characters, Takumi Aiba and Ami Aiba. If you didn’t pick one, they wouldn’t appear again in the game. But in this new version, players will control their chosen character at the beginning, while the other character functions as an operator, offering guidance from the organization’s base. This setup allows players to witness how each character performs their tasks differently. To put it simply, the operator tends to have more dialogue, so considering this aspect might help you decide which character to pick.
- Inori Misono – A kind-hearted girl embarks on an adventure across the worlds with an agent.
Moving forward, you’ll meet the game’s primary heroine – none other than Inori Misono. She’s a high school girl with a heart as big as the universe, nurtured by a past event that reshaped her life. Her history is deeply connected to why she’s tagging along on this adventure with our protagonist. Keep an eye out for upcoming details to uncover her past and understand how significantly she’ll shape the narrative.
- Aegiomon – Inori’s partner Digimon. A Digimon that holds the key to the story. What fate awaits them?
Coming up is Aegiomon, a Digimon crucial to this story’s plot. This Digimon interacts with the main characters in the human world and teams up with Inori Misono, whom we previously introduced, as her partner Digimon. During battles, you’ll command a group of three Digimon, with Aegiomon joining your team as an additional combat member. This makes him a dependable ally both in terms of story progression and battle effectiveness. In fact, he can be considered one of the main characters, so I’m excited for you to see how Aegiomon contributes to the game!
- Partner Digimon: Patamon, Gomamon, and DemiDevimon
Next up, allow me to present the Digimon we got a sneak peek of in the teaser. Kicking off the game, you’ll be partnered with either Patamon, Gomamon, or DemiDevimon as your teammate. You’ll pick one of these trio, and ADAMAS, the secret organization, will bestow it upon you. In the Digimon Story series, it’s all about amassing a variety of Digimon companions and nurturing them side by side. The one you start with always holds a special place in your heart, and it’s hard not to favor it. Here’s hoping everyone will embark on this journey alongside their cherished Digimon!
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Afterwards, one might wonder about its function, origin, and potential role as an obstacle for the main character. It’s certainly a significant aspect in the narrative, although only a part of it is glimpsed in the trailer. The sheer size of it is evident, making a second look at the trailer intriguing if you’re curious to learn more about this enigmatic element.
We’ve covered the main characters for now, but there are many more characters and Digimon waiting to be introduced. Stay tuned for updates in the future!
■ Olympos XII
Instead of saving the reveal for a later announcement, I’m excited to spill the beans right here at Digimon Con! In the upcoming game, the Digimon from Olympos XII will play significant roles in the narrative. Essentially, Olympos XII are a group of 12 Digimon who safeguard the Digital World, their powers being said to be on par with the Royal Knights. While some members of this team have popped up in previous anime and games, they’ve never been assembled on such a grand scale before. This game brings them together for a momentous occasion!
■ Over 450 Digimon in the Game
As a dedicated gamer diving into the digital world of Digimon, let me tell you, the latest addition to the Cyber Sleuth series has blown all previous games out of the water! With over 450 unique Digimon to train and evolve, this is the most extensive roster ever seen in the Digimon Story series. Get ready to digivolve and dedigivolve your Digimon like never before! Keep an eye out for future updates as we unveil even more Digimon to join the fun. Unfortunately, I can’t disclose any details about potential additional evolutions for the starter Digimon just yet, but stay tuned and keep your fingers crossed!
(Note from the Editor: The quality of this stream is poor. An official upload will replace it when it becomes available.)
As a die-hard Digimon fan on our gaming squad, we were all thrilled about Angewomon. We yearned to give her the energy she deserved in the animation, and the initial quality was decent. However, we found ourselves going back to the Terra Force animation no less than three times. The reason? We felt we could make it even more stunning! That’s the level of passion our team has for Digimon, a passion that undoubtedly infuses our modeling and animation with an extraordinary flair.
A Message to Fans
The upcoming title, “Digimon Story: Time Stranger“, marks a decade since the launch of its forerunner, “Cyber Sleuth“. I extend my heartfelt thanks to all the fans who’ve shown incredible patience during this wait. It’s a privilege to present this new installment to you now. Our team is dedicated to ensuring that this game will delight both long-time fans and those new to the world of “Digimon” video games. We’ll continue to pour our effort into the game until its release, hoping it meets and exceeds your expectations.
Digimon Story: Time Stranger is due out for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam in 2025.
Check out the recording of the Digimon Conference below. (The specific timestamps for the Digimon Story: Time Stranger segment will be added later when the live stream concludes.)
Digimon Con 2025
English
Japanese
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