Tribe Nine, the mobile ARPG featuring Danganronpa veterans Rui Komatsuzaki and Kazutaka Kodaka, is now accepting pre-registrations for Android and iOS! Pre-register to receive an exclusive in-game skin and other rewards.
Komatsuzaki's distinctive art and Kodaka's design prowess, hallmarks of the PSP visual novel and detective thriller Danganronpa, are reunited in Tribe Nine. Set in a dystopian Neo-Tokyo of 20XX, players join a group of teenagers competing in the perilous Extreme Games orchestrated by the enigmatic Zero. Pre-registration rewards include the Parallel Cypher/Y skin for Koishi Kohinata.
The game blends thrilling action with a retro aesthetic, a signature of Kodaka and Komatsuzaki's collaborations. Explore the world in retro sprite style before engaging in full 3D battles. Experiment with equipment and utilize Tension Cards to craft unique character builds.
Will Tribe Nine Hit a Home Run?
While Danganronpa's popularity might have waned, its innovative blend of art style and murder-mystery gameplay once set it apart from the typical visual novel. Tribe Nine's unique aesthetic is undeniable, but the crowded mobile 3D turn-based battle market presents a significant challenge. The game will need a compelling edge to truly stand out.
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