TOKYO – July 31, 2025 – Gemdrops, Inc. is excited to announce that Holo's Hanafuda, the Hanafuda adventure game featuring the globally renowned VTubers of "hololive," has officially launched today for Nintendo Switch(TM), PlayStation(R)5, PlayStation(R)4, and PC (via Steam(R) and Stove).
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Game Overview
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Holo's Hanafuda features classic Hanafuda gameplay (including Koi-Koi, Oicho-Kabu, and Flower Awase) alongside the innovative original mode, "Holo Awase." The game offers online multiplayer with cross-play support, a story mode, and a creative homemade bento mode, ensuring fun for both longtime Hanafuda players and devoted hololive fans. Comprehensive assist features are also included, making it a perfect starting point for anyone new to the world of Hanafuda.
For those unfamiliar, Hanafuda ("flower cards") are traditional Japanese playing cards. A deck consists of 48 cards with 12 suits representing the months of the year, each decorated with beautiful illustrations of flora and fauna.
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Store Links & Launch Discounts
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* Nintendo Switch:
https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/holos-hanafuda-switch/
* PS5/PS4: https://store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10013845
* Steam (10% Launch Discount): https://store.steampowered.com/app/3327640/
* Stove (10% Launch Discount): https://store.onstove.com/ja/games/101709
Note: Please confirm the final price on the store page before purchasing.
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First DLC Pack "Oozora Subaru & Nekomata Okayu Set" Arriving August 21
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The first DLC pack, featuring hololive talents Oozora Subaru and Nekomata Okayu, is scheduled for release on August 21 (JST) / August 20 (EDT / PDT).
DLC Contents:
* Playable Talent: Oozora Subaru
* Playable Talent: Nekomata Okayu
* 2 Alternate Outfits for Oozora Subaru
* 2 Alternate Outfits for Nekomata Okayu
* Additional Scenario: "Oozora Subaru & Nekomata Okayu Chapter"
* 2 New BGM Tracks
* 12 New Titles
* New Bento Box Items, and more.
Both talents will come with brand-new "Talent Skills," guaranteed to heat up the competition in the original "Holo Awase" mode and introduce all-new strategies for players to master.
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Watch the Charming Stop-Motion Opening Movie
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A beautiful stop-motion animated opening movie for Holo's Hanafuda is now available. The movie stars hololive members Shirakami Fubuki, Nakiri Ayame, Ookami Mio, Sakura Miko, Yuzuki Choco, and Takane Lui in lively, adorable detail.
Opening Movie Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wCe3aW-GN-M
The animation was produced by STUDIO UGAJIN, a creative studio whose director of photography also worked on the acclaimed Netflix series My Melody & Kuromi.
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Game Info
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* Title: Holo's Hanafuda
* Genre: Hanafuda Adventure Game
* Platforms: Nintendo Switch(TM) / PlayStation(R)5 / PlayStation(R)4 /
PC (Steam(R), Stove)
* Release Date: July 31, 2025 (JST)
* Price: Digital Edition $24.99 USD (or regional equivalent)
* Players: 1 (Online multiplayer supported)
* Online Features: Cross-platform online play supported. Local
wireless play supported on Nintendo Switch.
* Languages: Japanese, English, Chinese (Traditional/Simplified),
Korean, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch,
Indonesian
* Development Partner: hololive production
* Publisher/Developer: Gemdrops, Inc.
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Websites
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* Official Website: https://holo-no-hanafuda.com/en/
* Steam Store Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3327640/
* Gemdrops Official X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/Gemdrops_EN
* Gemdrops Official YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GemdropsInc
* Gemdrops Corporate Website: https://www.gemdrops.co.jp/
* Official Hashtag: #HolosHanafuda
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About hololive
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"hololive" is a female virtual YouTuber (VTuber) group under hololive production. Beyond their primary YouTube livestreaming activities, members have expanded their presence both virtually and in the real world through various endeavors including organizing gaming tournaments and producing music that has ranked on the Billboard JAPAN Hot 100 chart. Each member leverages their unique personality and talents across diverse fields of entertainment.
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About Gemdrops, Inc.
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Established in 2013 and headquartered in Chofu, Tokyo, Gemdrops, Inc. is a game planning and development company creating titles for consoles, PC, and VR platforms. In addition to collaborative and contracted development projects across various genres, including those based on TV anime properties, the company leverages its development expertise to produce numerous original titles. With the philosophy "We don't create what is expected — we create what exceeds expectations," Gemdrops provides content that both players and development staff can enjoy creating and that will be loved for years to come. Notable works
include "PICO PARK 2," "STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R," "COGEN: Sword of Rewind," "Laid-Back Camp VIRTUAL CAMP," and "I Am Setsuna."
© 2016 COVER Corp. / ©Gemdrops
“PlayStation”, “PS5”, and “PS4” are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. Nintendo Switch is a trademark of Nintendo. Steam and the Steam logo are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Valve Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.
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Press Kit:
https://holo-no-hanafuda.com/press/presskit_20250731_xeE9hDqnQz3k2G.zip
Press Contact:
news-pr@gemdrops.co.jp