Corecell Technology and ITSARAAMATA have announced Banchou Tactics: Lion Heart, a new “action tactical RPG set in the world of rival Japanese delinquent schools.” Banchou Tactics: Lion Heart will launch in Q3 2026 for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Here’s an overview of the game, via Gematsu:
ITSARAAMATA x Corecell Technology presents Banchou Tactics: Lion Heart, an indie action tactical RPG set in the fierce world of rival Japanese delinquent schools.
The game blends tactical decision-making with dynamic action-timing combat. Players must plan their moves, position their allies, and master the timing of punches, kicks, guards, counters, and special attacks to win each battle.
Players follow Kusumi Kyoshiro as he fights alongside memorable allies, challenges rival schools, and rises through the ranks in a story of friendship, pride, and the drive to become the strongest. Along the way, he will encounter colorful heroines and unexpected story moments that add charm to the school rivalry drama.
With its Japanese school rivalry setting, active combat timing, and nostalgia-friendly tactical battles, Banchou Tactics: Lion Heart delivers a fresh indie action tactical RPG experience for players who enjoy strategy with a hard-hitting action twist.
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