Kodansha Game Labs, the Japanese indie publishing division of the Kodansha brand, have recently confirmed updates for three upcoming games, namely and Roger, Wabisabi SushiDerby and BOKURA. All three titles are planned to release in 2026.
and Roger [Nintendo Switch 2 | iOS]:
Release Date: 18th June 2026 | SRP: $4.99
A mobile version of this award-winning interactive narrative adventure title from developer yona follows the twisting and mysterious events surrounding a girl who wakes up to find her father missing. Uncover this emotional story through interactive on-screen prompts, gorgeous art, and stirring music in a truly unique title that will stay with players long after the credits roll.
Wabisabi SushiDerby [Nintendo Switch 2 | Steam]:
Release Date: 15th July 2026 | SRP: TBC
Make, train, and race delicious sushi in this adorable racing simulation title from ITAMAE STUDIO. In this quirky game, players craft and train sushi to race against other hot-footed sushi to become grand champion of the S1 Galaxy Cup. Train your sushi and outfit them with skills to gain the edge against the competition. Cheer them on to avoid hungry customers; once they grab your racer with their chopsticks it’s the end of the road for them. But no problem; sushi is meant to be eaten and more can easily be made to continue the journey.
BOKURA: [Nintendo Switch 2 | PlayStation 4 | PlayStation 5]:
Release Date: Summer 2026 | SRP: TBC
Originally released in 2023, this captivating co-op puzzle platformer comes to Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 4 and 5 this summer. Two runaways find themselves lost as they are perceiving the world around them differently. Players must work together to solve puzzles and unlock the mysteries surrounding them. Developed by tokoronyori, this co-op title asks how people must overcome differences in how they see the world through their eyes to communicate and overcome obstacles. Because of the unique co-op gameplay, both players will need to own a copy of BOKURA to play.
The games from developers yona, ITAMAE STUDIO, tokoronyori, Nama Takahashi, and many others represent the wide expression of indie creativity and gameplay genres being fostered out of Kodansha’s Game Lab. Further details on availability will be confirmed by Kodansha in the near future.
