Tribe Nine, from the creator of Danganronpa, set to open pre-registration

Tribe Nine, a mobile ARPG boasting the creative talents of Danganronpa alumni Rui Komatsuzaki and Kazutaka Kodaka, is now accepting pre-registrations for Android and iOS!

Pre-register to secure an exclusive in-game skin and other rewards, including the Parallel Cypher/Y skin for Koishi Kohinata.

Set in a dystopian Neo-Tokyo of 20XX, Tribe Nine plunges players into the perilous Extreme Games orchestrated by the enigmatic Zero. Players control a team of teenagers navigating this deadly competition.

The game seamlessly blends the signature styles of Kodaka and Komatsuzaki, featuring a retro-inspired overworld exploration in sprite style, transitioning to full 3D battles. Experiment with equipment and Tension Cards to craft unique character builds.

A New Challenger Enters the Field

While Danganronpa's popularity may have waned, its innovative blend of distinctive art and murder-mystery gameplay remains memorable. Tribe Nine aims to capture that same spirit, though it faces stiff competition in the saturated mobile 3D turn-based battle market. Its unique aesthetic is a strong starting point, but it will require a compelling gameplay experience to truly stand out.

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