Akatsuki Games, TOHO CO., and Production I.G have released Main Story Chapter 9 and a new 5-Star Character in KAIJU No. 8 THE GAME. The additions come as part of the third round of the game’s ongoing Half-Year Anniversary celebration.
The 5-Star Character “[New Possibilities] Soshiro Hoshina” is available, who utilizes twin swords. One of the new twin swords the update adds is a 5-Star Weapon titled “SW-Ihcatiamak.” There’s also a new mini special event, titled “[The Prized Shuriken Technique].” Here, you can play through a bite-sized story and quests to earn a new Home background, also featured in the story, and over 1,000 Dimensional Crystals. Check out the trailer for the new character addition below:
A press release describes the Main Story Chapter 9, titled CLOZER SUITS, of KAIJU No. 8 THE GAME as follows:
Peace has been restored to Dubai. A cry of triumph echoes through Suited’s lab.
“Massive discovery! There’s actually a logical explanation for the King of Kaiju’s powers!”
Suited eagerly explains her findings to Kafka and the others who rush over. Her findings regarding the latent power of Dimensional Identified Kaiju No. 6 will lead to new equipment for fighting Dimensional Kaiju…
At the same time, Dimensional Kaiju seeking the uniorgan of the defeated No. 6 are closing in on Dubai. To defeat the intruders who stand in the way of her research, Suited takes up her weapon and rises to the fight!
Lastly, KAIJU NO. 8: THE GAME is available now for Android, iOS, and PC via Steam. Currently, Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 is streaming with English dubs and subs on Crunchyroll.