- Notice Regarding the Steam Release Date of AKIBA LOST - 17 September 2026
We have been preparing to release the Steam version of AKIBA LOST on the same day as the other platforms. However, due to various circumstances, we have made the difficult decision to postpone the release of the Steam version.We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and disappointment this may cause to everyone who has been looking forward to playing AKIBA LOST on Steam.Our entire team is currently working to make the game available as soon as possible.As the release also depends on the platform review process, we are unfortunately unable to provide a confirmed release date and time at this moment. However, we will make the game available for purchase as soon as all preparations for release are complete.We will provide another update as soon as the release date and time have been confirmed.We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience to everyone waiting for the Steam version, and gr…
- AKIBA LOST Streaming and Content Guidelines - 16 September 2026
Let’s Plays, Live Streams and Social Posts of "AKIBA LOST" Are All Welcome: Streaming and Content Guidelines Now Published.Title: AKIBA LOSTThese guidelines set out our policy so that players and content creators can enjoy let’s plays, live streams, video and image posts, reviews, theory videos and similar content for "AKIBA LOST" with confidence."AKIBA LOST" is a live-action adventure game built around the experience of uncovering its story and its mysteries. Please be considerate about spoilers so that you do not diminish the experience of those who have not played yet. The game also features a large live-action cast. Please give due consideration to the cast members’ likeness, reputation and privacy.For rights reasons, streaming and video posts of this title are permitted from the release date, Thursday, September 17, 2026. Before the release date, posts are limited to the demo versi…
- 1 Day to Go Until AKIBA LOST Launches! - 16 September 2026
Epic Live-action Suspense GameAKIBA LOST launches September 17!▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎ 1 DAY TO GO ◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◢◤ Meet the Characters of AKIBA LOST ◢◤Daiki ShinjoFounder of Shirosawa Games. His debut title was a major hit, earning him the reputation of a "genius creator," but his later works failed to replicate that success.He has two little sisters; the youngest Ruri was one of the six girls who vanished in Akihabara 13 years ago in a series of unsolved cases known as "The Akiba Vanishing".With his life reaching a dead end, he declares that he will make a comeback by creating a game based on the very incident that took his sister away. Its title: AKIBA LOST.
- 2 Days to Go Until AKIBA LOST Launches! - 15 September 2026
Epic Live-action Suspense GameAKIBA LOST launches September 17!▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎ 2 DAYS TO GO ◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◢◤ Meet the Characters of AKIBA LOST ◢◤Aoi ShinjoShinjo's other younger sister who works as the manager of a maid cafe in Akihabara.After Ruri's disappearance, she often clashed with her brother, who had immersed himself in game development, and they have barely seen each other for the past 13 years. Since graduating high school, she has continued to live in Akihabara, the site of the incident.While usually somewhat detached, she occasionally reveals a tsundere side that captivates many of her customers.
- 3 Days to Go Until AKIBA LOST Launches! - 14 September 2026
Epic Live-action Suspense GameAKIBA LOST launches September 17!▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎ 3 DAYS TO GO ◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◢◤ Meet the Characters of AKIBA LOST ◢◤Yukimi KurahashiWorking as a designer at Shirosawa Games, she has also gained a following as a streamer, which began out of her love for games.A huge fan of Shinjo’s debut work, White Crash, she moved to Tokyo and practically beat down the doors at Shirosawa Games to get a job there. She looks up to Shinjo and co-founder Takazawa like older brothers.Her Tohoku accent occasionally slips out during streams, which adds to her charm and draws in viewers.
- 4 Days to Go Until AKIBA LOST Launches! - 13 September 2026
Epic Live-action Suspense GameAKIBA LOST launches September 17!▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎ 4 DAYS TO GO ◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◢◤ Meet the Characters of AKIBA LOST ◢◤Moe KurosuA food writer specializing in Akihabara who explores the town through its food.Originally a general-interest reporter, she became fascinated with Akihabara’s subculture about three years ago. She now introduces everything from long-established restaurants to the latest trendy cafes and unique eateries from her own perspective. While her casual outfits are accessorized to match her style, her tough, tomboyish personality is reflected in her beloved, rough and ready jeep.
- 5 Days to Go Until AKIBA LOST Launches! - 12 September 2026
Epic Live-action Suspense GameAKIBA LOST launches September 17!▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎ 5 DAYS TO GO ◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◢◤ Meet the Characters of AKIBA LOST ◢◤Kokone NagatoAn underground idol active mainly in small live houses in Akihabara. She belongs to the group Baby☆Macaron. While exuding the full charm of a classic idol, her ambition to succeed is unmatched. She distinctly switches between on- and off-stage life, often wearing high-end brand clothes and accessories in her spare time — a departure from her underground idol persona.
- 6 Days to Go Until AKIBA LOST Launches! - 11 September 2026
Epic Live-action Suspense GameAKIBA LOST launches September 17!▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎ 6 DAYS TO GO ◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◢◤ Meet the Characters of AKIBA LOST ◢◤Chihiro JimboA shrine maiden working part-time at Kanda Shrine, known as the guardian deity of Akihabara.After an event in her childhood, she came to believe in the existence of gods and developed a deep gratitude for the city of Akihabara. She is also an avid gamer and easily clears even difficult action games. Calm and gentle, she has a habit of saying, "It’s divine..."
- 7 Days to Go Until AKIBA LOST Launches! - 10 September 2026
Epic Live-action Suspense GameAKIBA LOST launches September 17!▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎ 7 DAYS TO GO ◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◢◤ Meet the Characters of AKIBA LOST ◢◤Wakana YusaA cosplayer based in Akihabara. She has dedicated over ten years to cosplaying Lilica from the legendary game Magical Schoolgirl Lilica, fully devoting herself to the character. As a former returnee student from overseas, she is fluent in English and interacts easily with foreign tourists. With her cheerful personality and excellent communication skills, she keeps going ahead full speed on her Lilica cosplay journey.
- 8 Days to Go Until AKIBA LOST Launches! - 9 September 2026
Epic Live-action Suspense GameAKIBA LOST launches September 17!▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎ 8 DAYS TO GO ◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◢◤ Meet the Characters of AKIBA LOST ◢◤Masahiko TakazawaA co-founder of Shirosawa Games who launched the company together with Shinjo.A good friend of Shinjo's since college, he has served as the company president and game producer from the very beginning. He works in close partnership with Shinjo, the game creator, to develop games.Despite AKIBA LOST being announced suddenly without his knowledge, he agrees to cooperate in the development of the game without getting angry, showing his trust and belief in Shinjo's talents.
- 9 Days to Go Until AKIBA LOST Launches! - 8 September 2026
Epic Live-action Suspense GameAKIBA LOST launches September 17!▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎ 9 DAYS TO GO ◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◢◤ Meet the Characters of AKIBA LOST ◢◤Saburo KoemandaThe photographer chosen to shoot Wakana's first photo book. A longtime fan of Wakana as a cosplayer, he earned the role thanks to his passion and exceptional skills displayed at cosplay photo events. Beyond cosplay photography, he has an unwavering love for Akihabara's otaku culture and its many forms of content, earning the respect of fellow fans and industry staff alike. Having finally fulfilled his dream of purchasing his own studio and establishing Studio Koemanda, his latest concern is that he's completely drained his savings.
- 10 Days to Go Until AKIBA LOST Launches! - 7 September 2026
Epic Live-action Suspense GameAKIBA LOST launches September 17!▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎ 10 DAYS TO GO ◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◢◤ Meet the Characters of AKIBA LOST ◢◤Rere KomugiA younger shrine maiden who, along with Chihiro, works part-time at Kanda Shrine. Her nickname is Rerepi.She usually dresses like a gyaru (a Japanese fashion subculture) and, even toward the shy and reserved Chihiro, she tries to be friendly by cheerfully talking on and on at a very close distance.She also speaks like a gyarul and throws in her own unique slang that uses prefixes like "mega," "giga," and "tera" in place of words like "super" or "crazy."
- 11 Days to Go Until AKIBA LOST Launches! - 6 September 2026
Epic Live-action Suspense GameAKIBA LOST launches September 17!▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎ 11 DAYS TO GO ◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◢◤ Meet the Characters of AKIBA LOST ◢◤Hajiki FujibayashiA famous streamer who teaches Yukimi about the streaming business.Under the stage name Captain Hype, he posts about travel and city experiences. Thanks to his natural energetic drive and somewhat flashy persona, he has earned great popularity, eclipsing over five million subscribers.The very person who encouraged Yukimi to become a game streamer. She considers Haijki to be not just a friend, but also a mentor whom she can turn to and freely discuss the secrets of streaming or whatever is troubling her.
- 12 Days to Go Until AKIBA LOST Launches! - 5 September 2026
Epic Live-action Suspense GameAKIBA LOST launches September 17!▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎ 12 DAYS TO GO ◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◢◤ Meet the Characters of AKIBA LOST ◢◤Daiku SaigoPrivate Detective.He has a passion for urban legends and conspiracy theories, constantly keeping up with the latest information and knowing just about every rumor circulating in Akihabara. He admires the cool, hard-boiled secret agents seen in movies and manga, so both his speech and mannerisms are always theatrically dramatic. His investigative skills are unquestionable, but because he believes in all kinds of urban legends and conspiracy theories, his explanations and deductions often become far more serious than they need to be.
- 13 Days to Go Until AKIBA LOST Launches! - 4 September 2026
Epic Live-action Suspense GameAKIBA LOST launches September 17!▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎ 13 DAYS TO GO ◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◢◤ Meet the Characters of AKIBA LOST ◢◤Musashi IwabeThe idol producer of Baby☆Macaron, the group Kokone belongs to. Having lived in Akihabara for many years, he may look like an elderly man, but his booming voice, energetic movements, and habit of throwing his whole heart into either joy or worry make him an endlessly lively and restless presence. He peppers his rapid-fire speech with old-fashioned entertainment industry jargon, overwhelming almost everyone he meets for the first time. He was once known as a hitmaker, but these days the only act signed to the Iwabe Talent Agency, which he founded himself, is Baby☆Macaron. With little new work coming in, the agency has become an extremely small operation.
- AKIBA LOST Surpasses 10,000 Steam Wishlists!! - 3 September 2026
AKIBA LOST Surpasses 10,000 Steam Wishlists!!The epic live-action ensemble suspense game AKIBA LOST has officially surpassed 【10,000】 wishlists on Steam!!!Thank you all so much!!Six years in the making. Created together with a cast and crew of over 200 people, AKIBA LOST is finally launching on September 17!Just two weeks to go until release. If you haven't already, be sure to add AKIBA LOST to your Steam Wishlist!AKIBA LOST launches September 17.
- 14 Days to Go Until AKIBA LOST Launches! - 3 September 2026
Epic Live-action Suspense GameAKIBA LOST launches September 17!▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎ 14 DAYS TO GO ◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◢◤ Meet the Characters of AKIBA LOST ◢◤Tsuyoshi TomiokaThe original creator of Magical Schoolgirl Lilica and the current president of major video game publisher Kaguya Games. Beginning with the smash-hit success of the shooter Magical Schoolgirl Lilica, which he conceived, he expanded the property into a television anime series and merchandise, rapidly transforming Kaguya Games into a major company. His achievements are widely recognized both as a game planner and as a business executive. He has supported the up-and-coming Shinjo and Takazawa ever since the founding of Shirosawa Games, and he also has high expectations for AKIBA LOST.
- 15 Days to Go Until AKIBA LOST Launches! - 2 September 2026
Epic Live-action Suspense GameAKIBA LOST launches September 17!▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎ 15 DAYS TO GO ◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◢◤ Meet the Characters of AKIBA LOST ◢◤Mao YukiShinjo's ex-wife. She married Shinjo, and together they had a daughter, Serina. However, after the release of his debut title White Crash, Shinjo grew increasingly anxious about his inability to produce another hit. As he devoted more and more time to his work and rarely came home, Mao finally lost patience and asked for a divorce. After the divorce, Serina has been living with Mao, but she still hopes Shinjo will come and see their daughter from time to time.
- 16 Days to Go Until AKIBA LOST Launches! - 1 September 2026
Epic Live-action Suspense GameAKIBA LOST launches September 17!▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎ 16 DAYS TO GO ◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◢◤ Meet the Characters of AKIBA LOST ◢◤Kazuya YanoA detective with the Criminal Investigation Division of the Manseibashi Police Station, First Area Headquarters, Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department.Despite his young age, he is already a rising star who has handled and led investigations into numerous criminal cases.Though he appears calm and collected, his passion for investigations is extraordinarily intense. He has made all kinds of criminals confess through his commanding way with words and penetrating gaze.Despite his impressive track record, he rarely speaks about his past.
- 17 Days to Go Until AKIBA LOST Launches! - 31 August 2026
Epic Live-action Suspense GameAKIBA LOST launches September 17!▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎ 17 DAYS TO GO ◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◀︎◢◤ Meet the Characters of AKIBA LOST ◢◤Mikuko KoizumiA manager at the major game company Amaterasu Interactive. She oversees the entire debugging department and manages the staff's work assignments and attendance. Always expressionless, she carries herself like an elite professional, speaking and acting with the cold efficiency of a machine.
