KYOTO, Japan – Nov. 10, 2026 – Welcome aboard, you work for the Post Office now! As the newest (and possibly only) mail-delivery tanuki for a charming Japanese island, it's your job to keep the mail moving and get the Great Tanuki Shrine restored for its biggest festival yet in TANUKI: Pon’s Summer, the new BMX-riding open-world adventure from developer Denkiworks and publisher CRITICAL REFLEX. No pressure!
Launch Trailer: YouTube
TANUKI: Pon’s Summer is out now on Steam, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, XBOX Series X|S, XBOX One, and XBOX on PC for 19.99 USD | 15.99 GBP | 19.99 EUR. The game is also available on XBOX Game Pass for PC and consoles.
WELCOME TO ORIENTATION
Before you head out on your first delivery, there's a little onboarding to take care of. Please take a moment to review your new responsibilities. Going above and beyond your postal duties is not only permitted, but highly encouraged!
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Get to know your delivery routes. Hop on your BMX and explore the island at your leisure, discovering new routes, ramps, and rails. Learning your way around will help you plan your journeys and maybe even uncover some surprises!
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Master the art of package delivery. Letters and parcels come in all shapes and sizes, so you'll need to figure out how to get everything packed and delivered safely.
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Put your BMX skills to the test. Launch off ramps, catch a rail, and string together sweet tricks. With over 100 BMX challenges to tackle, there's plenty of opportunities to show off your skills.
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Befriend the locals. There's more to being a postal worker than dropping off letters and packages. Take some time to meet the townsfolk, lend a helping hand, and make friends!
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Get active! Make sushi, play baseball, step into the sumo ring, and join in on other fun summertime activities. Every mini-game is another chance to experience idyllic island life!
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Restore the Great Tanuki Shrine. Put the money and rewards you've earned towards rebuilding, upgrading, and decorating your home shrine in preparation for the Great Tanuki Festival!
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Find your signature look. Every good postal worker needs a little personality! Dress Pon up with an assortment of crossover hats inspired by games including Hollow Knight: Silksong, PEAK, Shovel Knight, and more. You can deliver packages and serve looks at the same time.
We hope you'll find your time with us rewarding. Remember, this is more than just a delivery job. It's a chance to explore a beautiful Japanese island, enjoy a summer full of adventure, and help prepare for a festival the whole community can celebrate.
START YOUR FIRST SHIFT TODAY!
TANUKI: Pon’s Summer is out now for 19.99 USD | 15.99 GBP | 19.99 EUR on Steam, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, XBOX Series X|S, XBOX One, and XBOX on PC. The game is also available on XBOX Game Pass for PC and consoles. Players who purchase TANUKI: Pon’s Summer on Nintendo Switch can unlock the upgraded Nintendo Switch 2 version (and vice versa) at no extra charge.
Thank you for choosing to spend your summer with us. We look forward to seeing you on the island!
Warm regards,
The Island Post Office
For more information, please visit the game’s official website, see what else is coming from CRITICAL REFLEX at www.criticalreflex.com, and follow along on X/Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube for the latest news and updates.
About Denkiworks
Denkiworks is a studio based in Kyoto, Japan. The three co-founders, who previously worked together on projects including the hit indie “golf-like” Cursed to Golf, formed the studio after recognizing their strong creative chemistry. TANUKI: Pon’s Summer is the team’s debut title.
About CRITICAL REFLEX
CRITICAL REFLEX is an indie game publisher obsessed with genre-blending, rule-breaking, brain-melting games. We help devs polish the weird, sharpen the wild, and launch their projects loud. Known for titles like Buckshot Roulette, Lunacid, Mouthwashing and No, I’m not a Human, we champion unforgettable experiences. Genre is a prison and we ate the warden.