Toei Games Officially Announced, Releases 3 New PC Games on Steam: KILLA, HINO, DEBUG NEPHEMEE
On the 24th, Toei announced the first three game titles to be published under its latest business brand, "Toei Games," which was previously introduced on the 21st.
When first announcing the launch of this brand, Toei stated its intention to enter the PC gaming industry and distribute its games through Steam, the world's largest PC gaming platform. The company also outlined plans to expand to home consoles such as Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox in the future.
Furthermore, Toei explained, "Our goal is to create new IP (Intellectual Property) that will amaze the world, starting with games." Regarding its debut lineup of games, the company stated, "Rather than adapting existing Toei IP, these are completely new titles, created by talented creators from both Japan and overseas." Toei emphasized that instead of using the company's existing characters, "everything is entirely original new works."
Here are the three game titles to be published:
KILLA
Kill the LA (Kill the LA)
The sudden death of the teacher. The teacher's last message: "Kill the La" The only person who saved Valhalla—branded as an unlucky child and shunned by society—was his teacher. The teacher, a figure so important that he was considered like family, was murdered by someone. Following the teacher's will, Valhalla vows to find "La" and take revenge.
9 suspects, 9 "La"
Following the only clue left by the teacher, Valhalla arrives at a suspicious island. It is said that a "tea party that can grant wishes" is held on this island. The participants of the party are 9 "La". On this island, the truth behind the teacher's death must be uncovered.
Deduction woven into delusion
After arriving on the suspicious island, you gain a special ability called [Resonance], which allows you to enter the memories of the suspects. Peek into their past with Resonance and uncover the hidden truth. Combine the clues gathered in the "dream",
and pursue the true "La", the one who killed your teacher.
HINO
The world of Hino and her friends, drawn by illustrator "Yatara" using a ballpoint pen, now breathes and lives as a game...
A girl awakens in a world ruled by darkness. Hino, a girl who wakes up in a ruined kindergarten. As she lies helpless, a "Bulb Stick" gives her life.
Unfamiliar monsters appear before her eyes. A strange companion named "Moni-Moni Skeleton" who desires a can of cafe au lait (coffee with milk). The two step into the darkness in search of a place to rest.
Is there an end to this dark world? Continuing to move forward through a world filled with monsters, Hino and Moni-Moni Skeleton come closer to their true selves.
A shocking truth is woven from a "story" different from the original. All mysteries await you beyond the darkness.
DEBUG NEPHEMEE
Fight bugs, fulfill your mission
This world has been corrupted by anomalies called "Bugs". Creatures known as Nephemee live here. The mission they carry since birth, lost memories, precious friends... Through a battle system where you attack by deeply understanding your opponent, begin a journey to "debug" the world and the Nephemee!
When announcing the launch of this brand on the 21st, Toei reflected on its history: "Since its founding in 1951, Toei Co., Ltd. has brought countless 'stories' to the world through various media, including film, television, and animation." The company added, "Now, approaching 2026, which marks the milestone of our 75th anniversary, we are launching the 'Toei Games' business brand as a new challenge."
On the 24th, the company further explained: "Over the 75 years since its founding, Toei has woven a variety of 'stories' through film, drama, and theater. Now, Toei Games will bring those 'stories' to life in the form of games. The 'stories' we refer to here are not just plot narratives. Captivating characters and stunning worldviews—works where any of these elements stand out strongly are also defined by us as 'stories'."
