NEXON and Blue Archive developers IO Division have officially revealed its new anime-style game FAREIDOLIA, which was previously codenamed Project RX. FAREIDOLIA is coming soon to PC and mobile, and the game will debut its first playable demo at Tokyo Game Show 2026 from September 17 to 21 in the NEXON exhibit booth (Hall 7-C04) at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan.
Developed in Unreal Engine 5, FAREIDOLIA is described as a new anime-style game built around an immersive story, a rich cast of characters, and a variety of lifestyle content. While the game will deliver high-quality visuals and lively characters, it will also feature dynamic battles.
FAREIDOLIA will be playable at its own booth zone that recreates Tasogare Hall, the setting of the game. Minieh, Ohana, Shami and Elevator Girl are waiting to welcome visitors there, and attendees can participate face-to-screen in the rock-paper-scissors challenge mini-game against their favorite characters.
Booth visitors will be gifted an A4 clear file, and players who complete the demo and social media-related on-site mission will receive an original cooling towel and large 15cm pin button. Official LINE friend registrants will receive an original FAREIDOLIA sticker as well.
Players can try out the demo at the following dates and times:
- Saturday, Sept. 19 and Sunday, Sept. 20 from 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. JST / 2:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. PDT
- Monday, Sept. 21 from 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. JST / 2:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. PDT
Here’s an overview of the game and its characters, via NEXON:
FAREIDOLIA takes place in “Anima City,” a town in a world very similar to Earth. Players serve as director of the Anima City Restoration Center, while simultaneously taking on the role as head of “Tasogare Hall,” the Restoration Center’s office. In these roles, players live alongside girls known as “Mates,” who possess unique abilities, while resolving the various problems that arise around the city.
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- Minieh is cheerful and laid-back, until adventure comes up. As an explorer living for the “ultimate adventure,” she stands as the most passionate and dependable companion in uncovering Anima City’s hidden secrets.
- Ohana, although expressionless with a mysterious aura, is a self-proclaimed all-rounder genius. She shows extraordinary talent in whatever she does, but wastes that potential on mischief and fun.
- Shami, a cat-eared girl who’s constantly broke. Prone to misfortune but undaunted, she pours her money into protective charms, yet never misses her favorite idol shows.
- Elevator Girl is a mysterious character in charge of operating the elevator at Tasogare Hall.
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