- BAKUDO is Coming to gamescom 2026đ„ - 20 August 2026
We're excited to confirm that BAKUDO will be exhibiting at gamescom 2026, August 26â30!đ Find us at Hall 10.2, Booth E010GâD011GAt our booth, you'll get hands-on access to our latest playable demo, featuring brand-new visuals and content you haven't seen before.For the brave ones, we're bringing a Level 3 High-Difficulty Boss Challenge featuring our new boss, "Flash"! Defeat Flash and score an S Rank, and you'll walk away with an exclusive BAKUDO T-shirt đT-shirts are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis each day, so come early!See you on the show floor. Let's see who can master Flash first. đȘCan't make it to gamescom in person? No worries, join our Discord to stay updated with the latest news and get chances at future demo access!đ BAKUDO Discordhttps://discord.gg/A7bWXrztBB
- ă100+ Reviews â Thank You!ăYour Voice Shapes BAKUDO!! - 27 March 2026
Thanks, Bakudo Ballers!!We never expected to receive over 100 reviews so soon after the Boss Rush DEMO launch â and with 90% of them being Overwhelmingly Positive, we're genuinely blown away. Thank you so much, from the bottom of our hearts! đEvery single comment has been read by the dev team. Your feedback is the fuel that drives our development forward, and we're committed to making BAKUDO even better because of it.Your voice matters more than you know. Whether it's a bug report, a suggestion, or just a "I loved this part!" â please don't hesitate to drop it in the comments. Every piece of feedback is welcome and valued.đą If you encounter similar issues again or discover other bugs, please report them in the âbug-reportâ channel on our official Discord server.Now, the real question đHave you beaten CADE yet?Share your clear time and records in the comments â we want to see how everâŠ
- Update Notice â BAKUDO Boss Battle Demo - 6 March 2026
Thank you for playing the BAKUDO Boss Rush Demo đźWe would like to inform you that a new update addressing several issues has been released.đ Fixesă»Fixed an issue with system language detection.ă»Fixed a display issue where the selector in the Options menu would appear incorrectly when using Borderless Mode.đźAdditionsă»Added UI instructions for controller and keyboard controls.ă»Added the ability to open the menu using the ESC key.ă»Added a description above the logo in the menu screen.This demo is an early-stage build focused primarily on the combat experience. Some features and assets are not yet final â thank you for your understanding.We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience these issues may have caused.If you encounter similar issues again or discover other bugs, please report them in the âbug-reportâ channel on our official Discord server. We hope you continue to enjoy the BAKUDOâŠ
- The Boss Rush Demo is OUT NOW â Join our Discord! - 4 March 2026
The wait is over â the BAKUDO Boss Rush Demo is officially available on Steam, and our brand-new official Discord is open! Come join the community, share your impressions, and connect with other players as we build something great together.đ Join the BAKUDO Discord URLPreviously only playable at offline events, the demo is now live and ready for players worldwide to experience for the first time. Step into the shoes of Yuria as she enrolls at an elite BAKUDO academy in search of her missing father â and face off against two intense boss battles that will put your skills to the test.What's in the demo:Introductory combat tutorial â learn the fundamentals of offense, defense, and rhythmTwo boss battles â including an early-stage encounter that captures the heart of BAKUDO's boss-rush action Itâs still an early development combat slice, so you might run into the occasional small hiccup. IâŠ
- BAKUDO Demo Smashing into Rivals Faces Soon! - 28 February 2026
Okay... Letâs talk about the demo!Weâre taking a little extra time before making it live â not for a big overhaul, but just to wrap things up properly before release. We know you're all ready to hop into the arena, so thanks for your patience!đ The demo is expected to go live in early March! ă»Whatâs in this demo? This build is the same one we showcased at last yearâs offline events.It focuses purely on the core combat experience â movement, rhythm, and how good it feels to land that hit.Itâs still an early development combat slice, so you might run into the occasional small hiccup. In most cases, a quick restart should fix it.- What we really want to know is:- Does the combat feel satisfying?- Is the pacing fun?Did you want to jump back in for âjust one more runâ?Thatâs what this demo is all about.ă»We highly recommend playing with a controllerThe combat system is tuned primarily for coâŠ
- Play BAKUDO at Taipei Game Show in Taiwan! - 28 January 2026
Shueisha Games is bringing BAKUDO to Taipei Game Show 2026 (January 29âFebruary 1, TaiNEX 1)âa sci-fi boss-rush action game where ball-sport mechanics meet intense real-time combat. Step into the shoes of Yuria as she enrolls at an elite BAKUDO academy in search of her missing father. Face off against the Eight Stars, the academy's reigning champions, each with their own formidable combat style.This isn't your typical ball game. On a battlefield with no rules or limits, you'll need to master dynamic ball-throwing techniques, read your opponents' movements, and exploit their weaknesses at just the right moment. Every match demands precision, quick reflexes, and unshakeable determination.Ready to prove you're the ultimate fighter? Come test your skills at our booth!
- BAKUDO Launches New Combat Demo in February 2026! - 26 January 2026
BAKUDO will launch its new demo in February 2026, on PC via Steam. This news also introduces new character visuals for two protagonists, Yuria and Evie, offering a first look into the world of BAKUDO and its heroes.Playable Combat Demo Coming February 2026The first playable combat demo for BAKUDO is set to launch online in February 2026, giving players worldwide their first hands-on experience with the gameâs ball-based boss-rush combat. Previously available only at offline events, this demo will include a basic combat tutorial, a tutorial boss battle, and an early-stage boss encounter, and is designed to showcase early combat mechanics. The demo will continue to be refined as development progresses, with exact release timings to be announced soon via Steam and official social channels. First Look at Key CharactersStriking new character visuals offer a first glimpse into the dynamic worâŠ
- 2026 Happy New Year!! - 2 January 2026
đHappy 2026 from BAKUDOđŽWe know we haven't had any updates in a while, but development is in full swing!We're cooking up some heat we think you'll love! This year's gonna be good!
- Play BAKUDO at G-EIGHT in Taiwan this Weekend! - 11 December 2025
Shueisha Games will be at G-EIGHT 2025 in Taiwan from December 12â14 at Taipei Expo Park! Stop by our booth and get your hands on BAKUDO, the sci-fi boss-rush action game that fuses high-octane ball-combat with intense real-time battles. Step into the shoes of Yuria, enroll at an elite academy, and take on formidable opponents with dynamic ball-throwing combat that demands determination, precision, and unshakeable spirit. Ready to prove you're the ultimate fighter? Come show us what you've got!
- BAKUDO Hits 50,000 Wishlists! - 12 August 2025
Huge thanks to everyone who's been following and supporting us!Weâre thrilled to announce that BAKUDO has officially surpassed 50,000 wishlists on Steam!Weâre incredibly grateful for all your excitement and support.The team is working hard on the full versionâplease stay tuned for more updates! đ„
- BAKUDO Confirmed to Exhibit at "BitSummit the 13th"! - 15 July 2025
Hello everyone! The newly unveiled 'BAKUDO' from June 2025 will be playable at "BitSummit the 13th"! We'll also be hosting a BAKUDO Time Attack event at the venue! Players who achieve anăS Ratingăin the boss battle will receive an original T-shirt - limited to the first 5 participants! This will be BAKUDO's first hands-on event in Japan, so please come challenge yourself when you visit! We've also prepared special giveaways for attendees: ă»Steam Wishlist registration ă»Follow the Shueisha GamesăOfficială-NEWS- X account Complete either of the above to receive a special postcard! â BitSummit the 13th Official URL: https://bitsummit.org/ Event Period: July 18th (Fri) - July 20th (Sun), 2025 We look forward to seeing you there!
- BAKUDO's Steam Page Is Now Live! - 4 June 2025
Greetings, everyone! We're thrilled to announce that BAKUDO's official Steam page is now live! Combining school sci-fi, ball-combat sport, action, boss rush, and stylish visuals, BAKUDO promises to deliver intense, heart-pounding combat! đ€ We'll be releasing more updates about BAKUDO on Steam in the near future, so make sure you add the game to your Wishlist and follow us! đïž BAKUDO is a sciâfi bossârush action game fusing highâoctane ballâsport mechanics with exhilarating combat. Enroll at an elite BAKUDO academy and clash with formidable opponents as you uncover a major conspiracy. When determination is put to the ultimate test, you must tip the scales of destiny.
