Shueisha Games and SAYIL GAMES have announced the first combat demo for BAKUDO, a new sci-fi boss rush action game that combines “high‑octane ball‑sport mechanics with exhilarating combat,” will release in February 2026.
The BAKUDO demo includes a combat tutorial, a tutorial boss battle, and an early-stage boss encounter. The developers will continue to refine the demo as development progresses, and more details will be announced at a later date.
“We’re thrilled that BAKUDO has surpassed 50,000 Steam wishlists in just two months since our first trailer release,” said Jonathan Wang, Producer at Shueisha Games. “This milestone shows the amazing support and enthusiasm from our community. We sincerely thank everyone for their continued interest and encouragement as we move forward!”
BAKUDO will be available on PC via Steam, and a release date was not announced yet.
Lastly, here’s an overview of BAKUDO, via the official Steam page:
BAKUDO: The Ultimate Ball-Combat Sport Beyond Imagination
Experience the unique combat system of BAKUDO—an all-new ball game packed with excitement and tension. On a battlefield with no rules or limits, your determination is your greatest weapon. Every competitor stakes it all, pulling out every trick to claim ultimate supremacy. In the BAKUDO arena, fiery determination and unshakeable spirit collide!
Main Setting
Strength is everything at this elite academy founded specifically for BAKUDO. Here, students fight relentlessly to reach the pinnacle. You’ll step into the shoes of Yuria as she enrolls at the academy in search of her missing father, and forge deep bonds with a colorful cast of characters along the journey. However, the academy holds more secrets than it appears, and what awaits our hero is far from simple…
When Ball-Sport Combat Meets Action
Engage in real-time battles against formidable bosses with a unique, fast-paced combat system centered around dynamic ball-throwing techniques. Observe your opponents, learn their movements, and exploit their weaknesses to seize victory.
Are you ready to enter this battlefield fueled by fiery determination?
The Eight Stars of Academy
Face off against the academy’s reigning elites. Known as the Eight Stars, each boasts a unique and formidable combat style. Only by reading their movements and countering at just the right moment can you hope to defeat them.
