2020 will be a big year for games as Sony and Microsoft’s next gen platforms approach and Switch continues to shatter sales records. In the latest issue of Weekly Famitsu, Japanese developers share some of their plans for 2020 in New Years cards. Thanks to Gematsu, we have all the messages right here:
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Idea Factory and Compile Heart: “Azur Lane: Crosswave sold well thanks to you. Thank you very much! This year will be a year to keep your eyes on Nep, so look forward to it!”
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Otomate: “We will continue to proactively release Switch titles.”
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Atlus: “We’re currently hard at work developing Shin Megami Tensei V and Project Re Fantasy.”
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GungHo Online Entertainment: “We would like to properly get Ninjala out the door.”
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Koei Tecmo: “We’re preparing to announce new title(s) we’ve been holding onto, so please look forward to it (them).”
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CyberConnect2: “Fuga: Melodies of Steel is in development for release in early 2020.”
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Spike Chunsoft: “Various plans are underway for Danganronpa‘s 10th anniversary.”
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D3 Publisher: “Starting with Gleamlight, we will take on surprising genres that make you think, ‘This is from D3?!’”
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Too Kyo Games: “In cooperation with Spike Chunsoft, we want to create an atmosphere akin to a school reunion with fans for the 10th anniversary of Danganronpa.”
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Nippon Ichi Software: “Sequel preparations are underway. We’re hoping to prepare an original lineup for 2021 and onward that is uniquely Nippon Ichi Software.”
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8-4: “In 2019, we localized Monster Hunter World: Iceborne and SaGa: Scarlet Grace for release overseas.”
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FuRyu: “We have unannounced original title(s).”
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Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment: “We’re planning Back 4 Blood for consoles.”
2020 will certainly be an interesting year for the gaming industry, we can’t wait to share more news in the upcoming year. Stay tuned at Final Weapon for the latest Japanese gaming news!
