IzanagiGames announced that the live-action game AKIBA LOST will be available on PlayStation 5, Switch 2, Switch, and PC (via Steam) starting September 17th.
The game will be released in Japan as both a physical copy and a digital download. You can pre-order the physical version now from stores like Biccamera and Yodobashi for 6,480 yen. The Switch 2 version will be distributed on a special game card.
Here is an overview of the game, via IzanagiGames:
About
AKIBA LOST is a massive live-action game with around 20 hours of playtime. It features over 100,000 images and more than 20 hours of video footage. Players experience the story by switching between the main character, Shinjo, and six different female characters, uncovering the truth from multiple perspectives in this suspenseful game.
The team behind the innovative game Death Come True is back with AKIBA LOST, a new suspenseful interactive experience. This time, they’ve partnered with Nippon TV, a major Japanese broadcaster, and the production company AX-ON to create a live-action game with multiple perspectives.
Experience the story from multiple perspectives in this fast-paced adventure game, switching between the main character, Shinjo, and six different women to piece together the truth.
Okay, so the game takes place in Akihabara, which is the place to be for all things geeky and cool in Japan. The creator, Shinjo, has brought together six actresses, and each one really captures a different side of Akihabara’s vibe. It’s like they are the spirit of the place!
Story
I still remember when it happened – thirteen years ago, six girls just disappeared from Akihabara. It was so strange, and the case was never solved. Everyone calls it ‘Akiba’s Spirited Away,’ and it’s always stuck with me.
At the yearly Game Show, Hiromitsu Kitayama, known as Daiki Shinjo – a once-celebrated game creator – publicly revealed his new project, AKIBA LOST, which was based on a recent, unsettling event. However, almost immediately after the announcement, people started disappearing again.
The game features a diverse cast of characters inspired by Akihabara’s unique subculture, including Aoi Shinjo, a maid cafe worker; Kokone Nagato, an up-and-coming idol; Moe Kurosu, a food writer; Chihiro Jimbo, a shrine maiden; Wakana Yusa, a cosplayer; and Yukimi Kurahashi, a popular game streamer—each bringing their own distinct personality to the story.
Yet, the story they were supposed to perform soon begins to bleed into reality.
It all begins with a threatening phone call—and the sudden disappearance of Aoi.
“Cancel the game’s development—or the tragedy will repeat itself.”
Will Shinjo be able to complete the game and keep his friends safe? What secrets are hidden behind the current events, and what was the truth behind what happened thirteen years ago?
The choice that determines the ending of this story is now in your hands.
Characters
- Daiki Shinjo (portrayed by Hiromitsu Kitayama) – Game creator. Founder of “Shirosawa Games.” His debut title was a major hit, earning him the reputation of a “genius creator,” but his later works failed to replicate that success. He has two younger sisters; the youngest, Ruri, was one of the six girls who vanished in Akihabara 13 years ago in an unsolved case known as the “Akiba Disappearance.” Struggling with stagnation in his daily life, he declares that he will make a comeback by creating a game based on the very incident that took his sister away. Its title: AKIBA LOST.
- Aoi Shinjo (portrayed by Sayuri Matsumura) – Maid. The younger sister of Shinjo, she works as the manager of a maid café in Akihabara. Since the disappearance of the youngest sibling, Ruri, she has often clashed with her brother, who immersed himself in game development, and they have barely seen each other over the past 13 years. After graduating high school, she has continued to live in Akihabara, the site of the incident. While usually somewhat aloof, she occasionally reveals a tsundere side that captivates many of her customers.
- Yukimi Kurahashi (portrayed by Momoko Tanabe) – Game streamer. Working as a designer at “Shirosawa Games,” she is also a popular game streamer, having gained a following through his streaming, which began out of his love for games. A huge fan of Shinjo’s debut work, White Crash, he moved to Tokyo and boldly joined Shirosawa Games. He looks up to Shinjo and co-founder Takasawa like older brothers. His occasional Tohoku accent that slips out during streams adds to his charm and draws in viewers.
- Moe Kurosu (portrayed by Misato Ugaki) – Gourmet writer. A gourmet writer specializing in Akihabara, known for exploring the district through its food. Originally a generalist writer, she became fascinated with Akihabara’s subculture about three years ago and now introduces everything from long-established restaurants to the latest trend cafés and unique eateries with her own unique perspective. While her casual outfits are accessorized to match her style, her tough, tomboyish personality is reflected in her rugged car.
- Kokone Nagato (portrayed by Yui Oguri of AKB48) – Underground idol. An underground idol active mainly in small live houses in Akihabara. She belongs to the group “Baby☆Macaron.” While exuding the full charm of a classic idol, her ambition to succeed is unmatched. She switches clearly between on- and off-stage life, often wearing high-end brand clothes and accessories outside of performances.
- Chihiro Jimbo (portrayed by Azusa Ohara) – Shrine maiden. A shrine maiden working part-time at Kanda Myojin, the guardian deity of Akihabara. After an event in her childhood, she came to believe in the existence of gods and developed a deep gratitude for the city of Akihabara. She is also an avid gamer and easily clears even difficult action games. Calm and gentle, her catchphrase is “Kami desu…” (“It’s divine…”).
- Wakana Yusa (portrayed by MINA) – Cosplayer. A cosplayer based in Akihabara. She has dedicated over ten years to cosplaying Ririka from the legendary game Magical Elementary Student Ririka, fully embodying her love for the character. As a returnee from overseas, she is fluent in English and interacts easily with foreign tourists. Her cheerful personality and excellent communication skills keep her going full speed along the “Ririka cosplay path.”
Key Features
- Zapping: Character Switching System – Freely switch between characters to experience the same timeline from multiple perspectives. One character’s single choice may change another’s fate.
- Select: Choice System – The story branches according to the player’s decisions. A single choice can ripple across characters — and alter the ending.
- 360-Degree View: Immersive Camera System – Step into each character’s point of view. Look around freely through their eyes for a deeply immersive, cinematic experience.
- Buddy Characters – Meet colorful partner characters who accompany you throughout the story.
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2026-01-06 04:18