- AKEGARASU Selected for Japan’s IP360 SO-FU Project! - 15 September 2026
Thank you, as always, for playing AKEGARASU.We are pleased to announce that AKEGARASU: Journey to the Underworld has been selected for Support for New IP Creation (Startup Support: SO-FU), part of IP360, the Content Industry Growth Investment Support Program operated by Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI).For this year’s SO-FU program in the games category, 15 game creators and teams were selected from among a large number of applicants, with AKEGARASU chosen as one of the supported titles.Encouraged by this selection, we will continue developing AKEGARASU and work to deliver an even more compelling game.As part of the SO-FU program, AKEGARASU will also be exhibited at the “iGi indie Game incubator / SO-FU” booth at Tokyo Game Show 2026!You will be able to play AKEGARASU at the venue. Come and experience how much the game has evolved since our previous TGS exhibitions…
- 🔥 AKEGARASU — Beat the Devs Challenge #1 Is Live! - 11 September 2026
Race through Stage 1-1 and beat the developers’ fastest time!📅 September 10 (Thu) – September 21 (Mon), 11:59 PM PT⚙️ RulesAttempt Stage 1-1 with no Skills unlocked!Take a screenshot of the results screen after clearing the stage, making sure both your time and the “Qualified Runner” label are clearly visible. Then post it in #submit-your-time on the official Discord server.Visit the official Discord for the full rules and current rankings!🌐 https://discord.gg/SMsBPu6pm🏆 Who will claim the fastest time?
- Ver. 0.7.1 Update Notice - 11 September 2026
Thank you for playing AKEGARASU.We have updated the demo currently available on Steam.Ver. 0.7.1 introduces the limited-time event AKEGARASU — Beat the Devs Challenge #1.For details, including the event period, please see the event announcement.▼ ChangesAdded the limited-time event AKEGARASU — Beat the Devs Challenge #1Fixed several bugsWe hope you continue to enjoy AKEGARASU!
- AKEGARASU — Beat the Devs Challenge #1 Announced! - 10 September 2026
Beat the Devs Challenge #1, the first AKEGARASU Time Attack event, is coming!The challenge takes place on Stage 1-1.Race through the stage faster than anyone else!Participants, players who beat the developers’ record, and the player who takes the top spot on the final leaderboard will each receive an exclusive role in the official Discord community.Can you outrun the developers?We look forward to seeing your best runs!Event Overview🎯 StageStage 1-1⚙️ Challenge ConditionsAttempt Stage 1-1 with no Skills unlocked.📅 Event PeriodSeptember 10, 2026 (Thu) – September 21, 2026 (Mon), 11:59 PM PTNote: The event will begin after the release of Ver. 0.7.1. The official start time will be announced on the official Discord server.🎖️ Exclusive RolesThe following exclusive roles will be awarded in the official Discord community based on your event results.🏆 TA #1 ChampionTake the top spot on the…
- Ver. 0.7.0 Major Update - 9 September 2026
Thank you, as always, for playing AKEGARASU.We have released a major update for the demo currently available on Steam!Ver. 0.7.0 introduces the new Primal Blessing system, along with numerous updates designed to make AKEGARASU more comfortable and rewarding to play again and again.Primal Blessings grant you a new power whenever you begin an Underworld run, creating a different experience each time. We have also made major changes throughout the game, including a new tutorial stage, revised stage layouts, and overhauls of Flash Slash and Overdrive.▼ Update Highlights・Primal Blessings AddedAt the start of an Underworld run, you can obtain one powerful Primal Blessing for free.Some Primal Blessings strengthen Hayate’s abilities, while others can dramatically change how the game is played. The Blessing you choose will shape how you fight your way through the Underworld.Gain a different powe…
- AKEGARASU Is Coming to Tokyo Game Show 2026! - 9 September 2026
Thank you, as always, for playing AKEGARASU.We are excited to announce that AKEGARASU will once again be exhibited at Tokyo Game Show 2026 (TGS2026)!This will be our third appearance at the show. Based on the feedback we have received from everyone at our previous exhibitions, we have continued to improve and refine the game, step by step.At this year’s TGS, you will be able to play an even more polished version of AKEGARASU. Come and experience how the game has evolved since our last exhibition!We are also planning a special event at the AKEGARASU booth. Stay tuned!▼ Tokyo Game Show 2026◯ DatesBusiness Days: Thursday, September 17 and Friday, September 18Public Days: Saturday, September 19–Monday, September 21 (public holiday)◯ VenueMakuhari Messe◯ Exhibition AreaIndie Game Area◯ BoothHall 9, E-61◯ Official WebsiteTokyo Game Show 2026 Official Website※ Details of the booth event will b…
- A Message from the Development Team 2026 - 9 September 2026
Hello, everyone.I'm Kishi, the producer and art director of AKEGARASU: Journey to the Underworld.AKEGARASU has gone through a great deal of trial and error over the past two or three years of development. Throughout that entire process, one element has remained unchanged from beginning to end: Hayate’s ultimate technique, Gale Rush.With the press of a single button, you can unleash a satisfying, comic-book-hero-style attack that cuts through countless enemies at once. That exhilarating feeling has been one of our core priorities since development began.To unleash Gale Rush, you cut down enemies with Flash Slash and build up energy. With time rapidly running out, you race through stages at high speed and overcome demanding challenges.All these elements come together to create an experience unique to AKEGARASU.The game is still in development, but we continue working toward the kind of ga…
- Demo Update Announcement - 26 February 2026
Demo Update NoticeThank you for playing Akagarasu.We have updated the demo currently available on Steam.▼ Main Updates- Rebalanced graphics settings to improve performance when set to Medium or Low.- Adjusted the available options within the graphics settings.- Fixed an issue where the game could stop progressing during movie playback.- Fixed other minor issues.Thank you for your continued support of Akagarasu!
- Demo Update Announcement - 20 February 2026
Thank you for playing Akagarasu.We have released a new update for the demo currently available on Steam!▼ Main Updates◯ Added Instant-Death Enemy Attacks- Red-colored enemy attacks are now instant-death attacks. Hayate will die upon being hit, regardless of remaining HP.◯ Mid-Stage Save & Resume at Gates- Game progress is now saved when passing gates (excluding certain areas such as boss arenas).- Even if you quit during a stage, you can resume from the last past gate.◯ “Skill Unlock” Adjustments- The system has been significantly revised and refreshed.- Certain skills, such as Boost and Double Jump, can only be used after being unlocked via Skill Unlock.- Boost can now be upgraded by two additional levels. When fully upgraded, it can perform area attacks and negate enemy ranged attacks.- Double Jump can now be further upgraded. Unlocks a Triple Jump.- Whirlwind Slash has been removed.◯…
- Demo Update Announcement - 4 February 2026
Demo Update NoticeThank you for always playing Akagarasu.We have released an update for the demo currently available on Steam.Main Updates:- Fixed minor bugsNote Regarding Save Data:Save data from Ver. 0.5.3 remains compatible and can still be used with this update.We hope you continue to enjoy Akagarasu!
- Gameplay Report Tread - 3 February 2026
Thank you for always playing Akagarasu.With the release of this month’s demo update (Ver. 0.5.3), we have created a \ thread!We would love to hear your thoughts, impressions, and anything you noticed while playing.Your feedback will be greatly appreciated and used as valuable reference and motivation for future development.Please note:Fixing bugs and issues may take some time.We may not be able to reply to every comment.Akegarasu will continue to receive updates.Please look forward to what's coming next. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to hearing from you!
- Demo Update Announcement - 3 February 2026
Thank you for always playing Akagarasu.We have released an update for the demo currently available on Steam.With Ver. 0.5.3, this update mainly focuses on improving the overall gameplay experience.Main Updates:- Improved the UX of Flash Slash and Multi-Flash Slash- Added a gauge to make the remaining time easier to understand- Visual adjustments to make enemies with red eyes (targets of Flash Slash) more noticeable- Adjusted the playable character’s movement to make consecutive mid-air Flash Slashes easier to trigger- Adjusted the display of some text- Adjusted the appearance and behavior of some UI elements- Along with corresponding UX improvements- Fixed minor bugsNote Regarding Save Data:Save data from Ver. 0.5.2 remains compatible and can still be used with this update.We hope you continue to enjoy Akagarasu!
- Demo Update Announcement - 14 January 2026
Demo Update AnnouncementThank you for playing Akegarasu.We are pleased to announce a major update to the demo currently available on Steam!With the release of Version 0.5.2, many new features have been added, allowing you to experience a gameplay cycle that is much closer to the upcoming full release.\- Added new stages- Added Underworld, a mode where you progress through multiple stages consecutively and aim for the story’s conclusionNote: Only part of Underworld is playable in the demo.- Added new actions for Hayate, including Whirl Slash and Flash Storm- Introduced new enemies such as Oni's and Wind-Fiend- Added a Skill Unlock system that allows you to strengthen Hayate using Soul Stones earned through gameplay- Added an Enchantment system that temporarily enhances Hayate by consuming Gold Magatama obtained during Underworld runs- Various visual adjustments and improvements- User int…
- Notice of Demo Version Update - 10 October 2025
Thank you for your patience!The demo version featured at Tokyo Game Show 2025 is now available for download.Based on the valuable feedback we received, we’ve made some adjustments to improve gameplay and enhance the overall experience.Head over to our Steam page to download and be among the first to try it out!We are currently working hard toward the official release.Be sure to add Akegarasu to your wishlist on Steam so you don’t miss any updates.Thank you for your continued support of Akegarasu.
