Game developer Any has officially announced a new title in development for the Nintendo Switch: a board game-themed project tentatively titled “Reincarnation Game.” It is scheduled for release in 2026, developed and published by ArtePiazza.
This brand-new game is a collaboration between legendary Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii and acclaimed manga author Muneyuki Kaneshiro (known for Blue Lock and As the Gods Will). The genre is described as a “Sugoroku game” — a Japanese-style dice-and-board game — where players sabotage one another in a cutthroat race to reincarnate. The concept? “A game that will absolutely ruin your friendships.”
Yuji Horii joins the project as an advisor, drawn to the idea of “creating a game that would thrive in livestreams and online content.”
Renowned Shintaro Majima, known for his work on the Dragon Quest series, will handle the game’s character designs.
From the Press Release:
Yuji Horii × Muneyuki Kaneshiro team up for the first time in a dream collaboration: A totally new game about reincarnation — “Reincarnation Game” begins!
The Nintendo Switch exclusive brings together a powerhouse creative team including YouTuber Koyakky, commerce platform SUPER STUDIO, and game developer ArtePiazza.
Any Inc., headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo (CEO: Ayaka Sato), will lead the planning and production. ArtePiazza is set to handle development and publishing.
Game Overview:
“Reincarnation Game” revolves around the themes of reincarnation, karma, and fate. Players will roll dice and move across a board, constantly sabotaging each other to be the first to reincarnate.
Using “karma” points, players can betray, disrupt, and deceive each other. The game is built around the concept of “the closer you get to victory, the more your friendships fall apart.”
Characters and World:
The game takes place in the afterlife, a dark fantasy realm known as the Rinne Realm. Muneyuki Kaneshiro provides the original character concepts, with character design by Shintaro Majima. Expect a variety of bold, distinctive characters who thrive on chaos.
Future plans include cross-media expansion: anime, merchandise, TikTok content, and more are already under consideration.
Project Team:
- Planner & Producer: Any Inc.
- Advisor: Yuji Horii
- Original Concept: Muneyuki Kaneshiro
- Game Director: Ayaka Sato
- Character Designer: Shintaro Majima
- Project Director: Koyakky
- IP & Commerce Strategy: SUPER STUDIO
- Developer & Publisher: ArtePiazza
Creator Comments:
Yuji Horii (Advisor):
“The idea of making a game that’s fun to stream really excited me. I hope this game gets people laughing and shouting — and makes them want to come back again and again.”
Muneyuki Kaneshiro (Original Concept):
“When I was asked if I’d like to make a board game, I immediately thought of one where players fight to reincarnate — that’s how Reincarnation Game was born. I’m aiming to make something daring and fun.”
Shintaro Majima (Character Designer):
“It’s a thrill to join such a fascinating project. I hope players enjoy the chaos as much as we enjoyed creating it.”
Ayaka Sato (Director):
“I’m not a hardcore gamer myself. But I wanted to create something absurd, modern, meme-worthy, and fun — something that becomes more chaotic and fun the more you play. Reincarnation Game is about laughing, fighting, and still wanting to play again.”
🔮 Future Development:
The game is currently in active development, with updates to be shared via official social media and a forthcoming website. Plans include expanding into anime, manga, merchandise, and live events, along with TikTok short content already in production.
🎮 Product Info:
- Title: Reincarnation Game (tentative)
- Platform: Nintendo Switch (Download Only)
- Genre: Sugoroku / Board Game
- Languages: Japanese (others TBA)
- Price: TBD
- Release: 2026
- Publisher: ArtePiazza
- Producer: Any Inc.