OSAKA — AUGUST 14, 2025 — Game developer Phoenix Game Productions, in collaboration with co-publishers 3DM Games and Gone Shootin, today announced that the fever-dream-inspired cyberpunk action game Tokyo Underground Killer will launch worldwide on Steam on September 5, 2025, priced at $9.99.
Players step into the role of Kobayashi, the feared “Shinjuku Vampire” — a notorious assassin for Japan’s most powerful crime syndicate, Gokuraku. Cut your way through Tokyo’s back alleys in lightning-fast sword fights, harness 10 supernatural Blood Skills to summon fire tornadoes or drain enemies’ life force, and master unlockable abilities to defeat 10 uniquely challenging bosses.
To celebrate this announcement, the team has released a brand-new gameplay video, offering the most in-depth look yet at the game’s adrenaline-fueled katana combat and the gritty life of protagonist Kobayashi in Tokyo’s crime-infested underworld — a place where dazzling neon lights meet unflinching, brutal violence.
From rain-slick side streets in Shinjuku to the electric chaos of Akihabara, Tokyo Underground Killer blends over-the-top katana carnage with a neon-soaked Tokyo backdrop inspired by real-world locations
The game is fully voiced in English and Japanese, featuring an all-star Japanese cast including the legendary Hidekatsu Shibata (Naruto, One Piece, Dragon Ball) as Ishihara — Kobayashi’s ruthless crime boss.
Daniel Hedjazi (aka Bentoman), Studio Head and Director at Phoenix Game Productions, states: "Creating this game was our dream and passion for many years. We can't wait for players to finally experience our violent, fever-dreamish vision of Tokyo. Between maniac Yakuza bosses, revenge-driven Idols, and enticing cult leaders, Kobayashi's trip through Tokyo’s underworld is not only a relentless fight for survival, but also a journey of self-discovery, filled with dark humor and unexpected twists. Paired with an unforgettable soundtrack created by legendary musician Andrew Hulshult and a story told through almost 100 pages of unique comic book panels drawn by comic artist Hans Steinbach, we believe that Tokyo Underground Killer will deliver a gaming experience unlike anything else."
Tokyo Underground Killer is available now to wishlist on Steam. On September 5, sharpen your blade, embrace the chaos, and carve your bloody path to freedom beneath Tokyo’s neon-soaked night.
Steam Store Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2063090/Tokyo_Underground_Killer/
Phoenix Game Production (Developer)
Phoenix Game Productions (PGP) is an interactive entertainment development studio based in Osaka, Japan. Founded in 2019 by studio head Daniel Hedjazi, who also serves as the creative director for most of their projects, the studio is driven by a passionate team of developers. Many team members bring experience from renowned studios such as Platinum Games, Capcom, and CyberConnect2.
While the team has contributed as co-developers on notable titles like Resident Evil 4 Remake, Tokyo Underground Killer marks PGP’s first original in-house project.
PGP’s development philosophy is founded on three core Committed to this vision, the team strives to deliver unique and innovative gaming experiences, with Tokyo Underground Killer being just the beginning.
Nevermind Inc. (Publisher)
Based in Japan and China, Nevermind Inc. is a global game service provider focused on offering a broad selection of titles for players of all ages and skill levels, with a particular emphasis on the Asian market.
As a professional service provider, Nevermind Inc. covers the entire product pipeline — from prototyping to content creation and localization, as well as funding and distribution.
With offices in China and Japan, we collaborate with a wide network of distribution and sub-licensing partners in other markets, while also publishing games globally under our own brand, GONE-SHOOTIN. Our mission is to bring engaging, high-quality gaming experiences to players worldwide.
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