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Announcement: Pre-orders Begin for the Nintendo Switch Version of the SuperSpeed Competitive Puzzle Game “SHIKA-Q” (Japan, Korea, Taiwan/Hong Kong, Southeast Asia)

Agni Flare Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Yokohama, Kanagawa; CEO: Takeshi Inaba) is pleased to announce that Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch version of the ultra-fast competitive puzzle game SHIKA-Q, which the company develops and publishes, will begin on Thursday, March 19, 2026 in Asia Region.
Starting around the end of March, we plan to begin accepting Pre-orders in the U.S. and Europe.

The game is scheduled for a worldwide release on Nintendo Switch / PlayStation®4 / PlayStation®5 / Steam. The Nintendo Switch version will be available for purchase starting at 00:00 on Thursday, April 9, 2026. The PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®5 versions are planned for release in April, while the Steam version is currently under development with the release date yet to be determined.

For the latest information, please visit the official website.

SHIKA-Q Latest Teaser Trailer:
https://youtu.be/iRaLKVe9Xqw

■ Pre-order Information

  • Pre-order Period: March 19, 2026 (Thu) – April 8, 2026 (Wed) 23:59

  • Release Date: April 9, 2026 (Thu) 00:00

  • Pre-order Discount: 20% off the regular price during the pre-order period (tax included; see package list below)

  • Platform: Nintendo Switch

■ Pre-order Packages (Nintendo Switch Version)

  • SHIKA-Q (Base Game)
    Regular Price: ¥2,420 → Pre-order Price: ¥1,936 (20% off)

  • SHIKA-Q Nexus Edition
    Base Game + Nexus Battle Pass
    Regular Price: ¥3,410 → Pre-order Price: ¥2,728 (20% off)

  • SHIKA-Q Premium Edition
    Base Game + Premium Battle Pass
    Regular Price: ¥3,850 → Pre-order Price: ¥3,080 (20% off)

  • SHIKA-Q Deluxe Edition
    Base Game + Battle Pass Set (Nexus + Premium)
    Regular Price: ¥4,840 → Pre-order Price: ¥3,872 (20% off)

After the pre-order period (from April 9 onward), the above packages and individual battle passes will also be available for purchase.

■ Pre-order Bonus

Customers who purchase SHIKA-Q during the pre-order period will receive four in-game customization items.

These items will be added to the in-game customization features and linked to the purchaser’s account. Note that these are purely cosmetic and do not affect gameplay performance or balance.

Bonus Items:

  • Player Icons ×2
    “Mark of the Pioneer [Blue]” / “Mark of the Pioneer [Red]”

  • Battle BGM ×1
    “Wind Racer”

  • Achievement Badge ×1
    “Genesis Challenger”

■ About the Battle Pass

The Battle Pass system offers new rewards each season. By playing and leveling up, players can unlock season-specific rewards.

  • Nexus Battle Pass
    Includes themed content for 5 themes and 5 characters, each with emotes, battle UI, player icons, backgrounds, loading screens, and BGM.

  • Premium Battle Pass
    Similar structure to Nexus but with different characters.

  • Battle Pass Set (Nexus + Premium)
    A bundle including both passes, covering 5 themes and 10 characters.

The base game is required to play.

■ About SHIKA-Q

SHIKA-Q is an ultra-fast competitive puzzle game where players connect “links” on a 10×10 board, with matches decided in an instant.

The real-time gameplay combines puzzle mechanics with fighting game-like mind games and esports-level strategy. The board constantly changes, with attacks, interference, recovery, and special moves occurring simultaneously, demanding quick decision-making under pressure.

Unlike traditional falling-block puzzle games, pieces do not drop from above. The board begins moving immediately after placement, creating a dynamic system where players must both build links and anticipate their opponent’s strategy.

Each move directly impacts the outcome, requiring both strategic thinking and fast reflexes. The fast-paced shifts in advantage and visually clear gameplay make it highly suitable for spectators and esports competitions. Online rankings and tournaments are planned.

A key feature is its music integration, where vocal tracks and high-energy songs synchronize with gameplay, enhancing tension and immersion beyond standard background music.

Additionally, a limited-time Steam Playtest (demo) will be available starting March 19, 2026, ahead of the Switch release.

■ Game Features

Strategy × Ultra-Speed × Versus (1–2 players)
Real-time battles on a 10×10 board with customizable speed and strategy balance. Supports offline, online, and ranked matches.

Challenge Mode (Single-player)
A music-synced mode with global rankings. Progress through 99 stages while managing health and adapting strategies.

Characters, World, and Customization
Unique characters, themed visuals, customizable UI, BGM, emotes, backgrounds, icons, and character songs.

DLC Battle Pass
Progressive reward system unlocking cosmetic upgrades that enhance long-term online play and personalization.

■ Product Information

  • Title: SHIKA-Q

  • Genre: Ultra-fast competitive puzzle game

  • Players: 1–2 (online supported)

  • Distribution: Digital download only

  • CERO Rating: A

  • Platforms: Nintendo Switch / PS4 / PS5 / Steam

  • Switch Release: April 9, 2026

  • PS4/PS5 Release: Planned for April 2026

  • Steam Release: TBD

  • Languages: Japanese, English, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), Korean, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch

■ Steam Playtest

  • Period: March 19, 2026 ~ April 5, 2026

  • A limited demo version of the game will be available.

Steam Page:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/4083790/SHIKAQ/

■ Links
■ Company Information

  • Company: Agni Flare Co., Ltd.

  • Location: Shin-Yokohama, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan

  • CEO: Takeshi Inaba

  • Established: December 21, 2010

  • Capital: ¥2,000,000

■ Contact

Agni Flare Co., Ltd. (Public Relations)
adoption@agni-flare.com