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Suspense visual novel DUSK INDEX: GION will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC via Steam on January 29, 2026 worldwide, publisher Bushiroad Games and Tokyo Dark developer Cherrymochi announced. The PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series versions are newly announced. The game will support English and Japanese language options.

In Japan, the game will be priced at 3,520 yen. A physical edition will also be available for Switch.

Here is an overview of the game, via its official website:

About

A new visual novel game co-created by Cherrymochi of Tokyo Dark! The stage is set. Two Kyotos, past and present. Here, a story revolving around bizarre murder cases unfolds across both timelines. In modern-day Kyoto, detective Daiki Katsuki, who believes in traditional investigative methods, teams up with the reclusive genius engineer Rio Quinn, developer of “Echoes of Kyoto,” to investigate the case. Meanwhile, in Meiji-era Kyoto, a passionate young detective, Masayoshi Nagahama, and Saki, atop geisha of the entertainment district, join forces to uncover the “origin” of the events that continues into the present. Two eras. Two investigative pairs. One truth. Experience a deep, suspenseful drama that transcends time.

Story

Can the past rewrite the future? The Meiji era, a turbulent age. A series of murders shook Kyoto. Mysterious patterns drawn in the victim’s blood. The case went unsolved, casting a long shadow over history. A hundred years later in Kyoto, Detective Daiki Katsuki was investigating a brutal murder case. The case bore a striking resemblance to the one that had shaken Meiji-era Kyoto. The key to the investigation lay in the immersive AR experience ‘Echoes of Kyoto.’ The developer was the brilliant young engineer Quin Rio. The two entered the recreated Kyoto of 100 years ago to solve the case. “Echoes of Kyoto.” Through state-of-the-art AR contact lenses, this augmented reality experience transports people into a breathtaking recreation of the Kyoto of 100 years ago. The reconstructed city captivated many people with its nostalgia. However, as the truth behind the incident draws near, ‘Echoes of Kyoto’ begins to transcend mere history. The boundary between recreation and reality begins to blur, and a question emerges… Is this the work of a copycat killer? Or is the past truly invading the future? A future held hostage by the past. A past bound to the future. When past and future intersect, the world begins to tremble.

Characters

-Daiki Katsui (voiced by Yohei Azakami) – A detective in the “Special Division for Anomalous Crimes,” assigned to cases steeped in the mysterious and inexplicable. He may appear carefree, but his deep knowledge and quiet empathy drive him to pursue truth for the victims’ sake. Haunted by past trauma, he refuses to embrace modern technology, relying instead on an outdated ARI device with only the most basic functions.

Dee (voiced by Shuta Morishima) – ARI (Augmented Reality Intelligence) device.

-Rio Quinn (voiced by Yuuki Temma) – A brilliant, eccentric engineer and the creator of the AR system “Echoes of Kyoto.” She feels more at home in the digital world than in reality, making face-to-face interaction a challenge. A devoted cat lover, she carries a cat-shaped ARI device named Galaxy, which she treats as a treasured companion.

Galaxy (voiced by Yuzuki Watase) – ARI (Augmented Reality Intelligence) device.

-Masayoshi Nagahama (voiced by Rotaro Okiayu) – A Meiji-era detective who upholds law, order, and honor as absolute ideals. He embodies the spirit of both the traditional samurai and the forward-looking Meiji era. Though his strict bearing suggests severity, beneath it lies a kind heart and a deep empathy for those he serves. Saki (voiced by Yoko Hikasa) – The most captivating geisha in Kyoto, renowned for her elegance and allure. Behind her beauty is a sharp intellect and a wealth of cultural knowledge. With an information network stretching across Gion, she helps guide Masayoshi’s investigations from the shadows.

-Hikari (voiced by Hikaru Tono) – The friendly guide of “Echoes of Kyoto.” With her charming presence and extensive database, she leads users deep into the world of the Meiji era. By holding direct conversations and gathering real-time feedback, she continuously refines the system to enhance the experience.

-Togawa (voiced by Wataru Urata) – Togawa A rising star in the Kyoto Prefectural Police, newly recruited but already full of promise. Though still fresh on the force, she is not afraid to speak her mind even to her superior Katsuki, and carries herself with admirable confidence. At her side is Suburi-Chan, a baby anteater-shaped ARI assistant who is undeniably adorable… and may also hold unexpected surprises.

Suburi-chan (voiced by Haruna Fukushima) – ARI (Augmented Reality Intelligence) device.

Watch a new trailer below.

Release Date Trailer

EXIT VEIL: Occult & Tarot JRPG

Tokyo Dark

‘Tokyo Dark - 'Launch Trailer'’

[PC / MAC] [USA] [VIDEO, TRAILER] [2017]

Publisher Bushiroad Games and developer Cherrymochi have released the teaser trailer for visual novel game DUSK INDEX: GION.

Here is an overview of the game, via Bushiroad Games:

An original visual novel by Cherrymochi, Bushiroad, and Fiji TV. An augmented reality experience called “Echoes of Kyoto” invites people on a journey to the Meiji era of Japanese history. However, a murder case with striking similarities to one that occurred in the Meiji era takes place in modern-day Kyoto. The story spans two eras—the modern era and the Meiji era—and follows the investigations of a modern-day detective, Daiki Katsuki, and a Meiji era detective, Masayoshi Nagahama, whose paths eventually intersect.

DUSK INDEX: GION will be available for Switch and PC via Steam. A release date has yet to be announced.

Watch the trailer below.

Teaser Trailer

Gematsu Source

DANGEN Entertainment will publish Cherrymochi-developed occult RPG EXIT VEIL for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC via Steam, the companies announced. A release date was not announced.

An early development build of EXIT VEIL will be playable at the DANGEN Entertainment and Cherrymochi booths at Tokyo Game Show 2023, which will run from September 21 to 23 at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan.

Here is an overview of the game, via DANGEN Entertainment:

EXIT VEIL is an enthralling new occult RPG. Players will embark on a mesmerizing journey through the dark-psychedelic labyrinth of EXIT VEIL as Tori, a lost soul navigating a beautiful yet terrifying world on the brink of decay. Drawn into this realm by a cryptic plea from a long-lost family member, Tori finds herself ensnared in a world where the ethereal and the mundane intertwine—a realm dominated by Archetypes, Egregores, Servitors, Daemons, Angels, and The Machine-Elves. Confronted with a malevolent force of decay lurking deep within the Labyrinthine Realms, players will have the power to guide Tori towards restoring harmony and healing the realms. With the fate of these realms hanging in the balance, players must choose whether Tori will restore harmony or wander lost within the labyrinth forever. At the core of EXIT VEIL lies an innovative and immersive gameplay experience centered around the mystical world of Tarot. As they explore, players will immerse themselves in the uniquely crafted EXIT VEIL tarot deck, unlocking insights that extend beyond the confines of the game and into the realm of self-discovery. This fully integrated tarot card system will guide players as they seek to heal the realms, discover their true selves, and unearth the enigma that lies at the heart of it all. As players collect tarot cards, they’ll engage in tense, turn-based battles reminiscent of MMO healer classes where they are always moments away from oblivion. The EXIT VEIL tarot deck not only powers the player’s in-game abilities but also serves as a bridge to concealed secrets within the game world. A physical EXIT VEIL TAROT deck will also be available, intertwining with the game and providing a portal to hidden mysteries. Developer Cherrymochi commented they plan to infuse EXIT VEIL with elements they adore in JRPGs: intricate, twisting narratives, characters grappling with their inner truths, and strategic turn-based combat.

Watch a set of trailers below. View a set of screenshots at the gallery.

Preview Trailer

Tarot Deck Preview

A sequel to Tokyo Dark in development at Cherrymochi has been put “indefinitely on hold” for the time being, the developer announced on Twitter.

“Since Tokyo Dark‘s launch, we have been hard at work on ‘TD2,'” Cherrymochi’s Jon and Maho said in a tweet. “Unfortunately, we have had to put that project indefinitely on hold for now. Cherrymochi is surviving but we’re moving onto other projects.”

Cherrymochi also shared a first look at some of the art and development finished for the Tokyo Dark sequel (the above image and the images below).

While currently on hold, not all hope for the sequel’s revival is lost. In a final tweet, the developer said, “Publishers and partners—if anyone wants to magically sweep in and save TD2, we are always open to talk!”

Benjamin Rivers, creator of indie games Home, Alone With You, and Worse Than Death, responded to the tweet with further hope, saying, “If you Kickstart, I am there. If you want help with a publisher pitch, I am there. (Check your DMs.)”