Kakehashi Games has teamed up with indie developer Serial Project to publish their debut title, the deck-building JRPG adventure Serial World, announced during the Future Games Show. The game is set to launch exclusively on PC via Steam in 2026.
A Dreamlike JRPG Adventure
Serial World invites players into a fantastical realm where everyday life collides with surreal mystery. Taking inspiration from cult classic JRPGs and anime, the game follows Milo, a young boy who discovers strange phenomena in his hometown of Bricktown. Teaming up with mysterious creatures known as Anima, Milo embarks on a looped journey of exploration, battles, and self-discovery.
The game blends deck-building mechanics, roguelike dungeons, and strategic turn-based combat with vibrant, storybook-style visuals that bring its dreamlike world to life.
Key Features of Serial World
- Roguelike Dungeons with JRPG Depth
Explore Bricktown to unlock areas, collect items, and interact with townsfolk before venturing into ever-changing dungeon mazes with your chosen trio of Anima. Each loop introduces new strategies and discoveries. - Choose Your Anima
Meet and befriend eight unique Anima, each with distinct strengths and playstyles. Experiment with team compositions to craft all-out offense, resilient defenses, or status effect-driven tactics. - Strategic Turn-Based Battles
Mix-and-match Anima skills in combat against quirky and colorful foes. As fights escalate, your Anima’s talisman charges, unlocking powerful evolutions that expand tactical options. - A Cast of Friends and Foes
Encounter a lively cast of NPCs and strange creatures—cheerful neighbors, bizarre enemies, bouncing dragons, even baby donuts—each adding to the game’s whimsical charm. - Unravel the Mystery of Bricktown
After discovering a monstrous door on the town’s outskirts, Milo is drawn into a looping cycle of dungeons and dreams. Each return to Bricktown reveals subtle changes, slowly uncovering the truth behind this strange phenomenon.
Release Information
Serial World will launch exclusively on PC via Steam in 2026. Players can wishlist the game now to stay updated on development and prepare to dive into Milo’s looping adventure.
Kakehashi Games, known for publishing acclaimed indie titles such as Hirogami, SONOKUNI, and Sagres, will handle the game’s international release.
