Agni-Flare Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Yokohama, Kanagawa; CEO: Takeshi Inaba) is proud to announce that pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch version of its self-developed ultra-high-speed competitive puzzle game, SHIKA-Q, will begin on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Agni-Flare Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Yokohama, Kanagawa; CEO: Takeshi Inaba) is proud to announce that pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch version of its self-developed ultra-high-speed competitive puzzle game, SHIKA-Q, will begin on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
SHIKA-Q is scheduled for a worldwide release on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, and Steam. The Nintendo Switch version will officially launch on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 00:00 (local time). The PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®5 versions are slated for release later in April, while the Steam version is currently under development with a release date to be announced.
For the latest updates, please visit our 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
Launch Date: April 9, 2026 (Thu) 00:00
Pre-Order Special: 20% OFF the standard price during the pre-order period (see below for package details).
Platform: Nintendo Switch
■ Available Packages (Nintendo Switch Version)
SHIKA-Q (Standard Edition)
MSRP: 2,420 JPY → Pre-Order Price: 1,936 JPY (20% OFF)
SHIKA-Q Nexus Edition (Base Game + Nexus Battle Pass)
MSRP: 3,410 JPY → Pre-Order Price: 2,728 JPY (20% OFF)
SHIKA-Q Premium Edition (Base Game + Premium Battle Pass)
MSRP: 3,850 JPY → Pre-Order Price: 3,080 JPY (20% OFF)
SHIKA-Q Deluxe Edition (Base Game + Battle Pass Set (Nexus & Premium))
MSRP: 4,840 JPY → Pre-Order Price: 3,872 JPY (20% OFF)
■ Pre-Order Bonus
Customers who purchase SHIKA-Q during the pre-order period will receive four exclusive in-game custom items. These items will be added to the in-game customization menu and tied to the purchaser's account. These rewards are strictly cosmetic (visual/audio enhancements) and do not affect gameplay balance or performance.
Bonus Item List:
Player Icons (x2): "Mark of the Pioneer [Blue]" & "Mark of the Pioneer [Red]"
Battle BGM (x1): "Wind Racer"
Achievement Badge (x1): "Founding Challenger"
■ About Battle Passes
Battle Passes offer seasonal content where players can unlock exclusive rewards by leveling up through gameplay.
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Nexus Battle Pass: Features content for 5 unique themes and 5 characters. Includes an emote, battle UI, player icon, battle background, loading screen, and battle BGM for each character.
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Premium Battle Pass: Features a different set of 5 themes and 5 characters from the Nexus Battle Pass, with the same categories of content.
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Battle Pass Set (Nexus + Premium): A bundle including both Battle Passes, covering a total of 10 characters across 5 themes.
Note: The SHIKA-Q base game is required to use Battle Pass content.
■ About SHIKA-Q
SHIKA-Q is an ultra-high-speed competitive puzzle game set on a 10x10 board where victory is decided by split-second "links" and rapid decision-making. Combining the strategic depth of a puzzle game with the intense psychological warfare of a fighting game, it is designed from the ground up for the eSports era.
Unlike traditional "falling block" puzzles, the board in SHIKA-Q reacts instantly the moment a piece is placed. Attacks, disruptions, recoveries, and ultimate moves happen simultaneously in real-time, creating a high-tension experience where players must act faster than they can think.
The game’s design ensures that every move has a direct impact on the outcome, demanding both logical reasoning and reflex speed. With tides that can turn in seconds and a highly visual playstyle, SHIKA-Q is as thrilling to watch as it is to play. Online rankings and official tournaments are also planned.
The Power of Music The defining feature of SHIKA-Q is its soundtrack. High-energy vocal tracks and fast-paced compositions aren't just background music—they are integrated into the flow of the game, heightening the tension and synchronizing with the player's emotions to create an unparalleled sense of immersion.
【ゲームの特徴】
■ Strategy x Speed x Competition (1-2 Players):
Real-time combat with customizable speed settings to suit both tactical thinkers and speed demons. Supports offline/online play and ranked matches.
■ Challenge Mode (Single Player):
A rhythm-integrated mode with 99 stages and global rankings. Manage your health and adapt your strategy as the music and stage evolve.
■ Customization & Worldbuilding:
Express yourself with a wide range of UI designs, BGMs, emotes, and more. Each character features their own theme song and distinct aesthetic.
■ DLC Battle Pass:
Ongoing online support with rich rewards that unlock as you complete missions, ensuring a rewarding long-term experience.
■ Product Information
Title: SHIKA-Q
Genre: Ultra-High-Speed Competitive Puzzle
Players: 1–2 (Online play supported)
Format: Digital Download
Rating: CERO A (All Ages)
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Steam
Switch Launch: April 9, 2026, 00:00
PlayStation®4/5 Launch: Scheduled for April 2026
Steam Launch: TBD
Supported Languages: Japanese, English, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), Korean, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch
■ Limited-Time Steam Playtest
Ahead of the Nintendo Switch launch, a limited-time Playtest (demo) will be held on Steam starting March 19, 2026.
Period: March 19 (Thu) 20:00 – April 5 (Sun) 23:59 (Approx. JST)
Steam Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4083790/SHIKAQ/
Please visit the Steam page to join the Playtest and add the game to your Wishlist.
■ 関連リンク
Official Website: https://shika-q.com
Official X (Twitter): https://x.com/sikaq_info
Steam https://store.steampowered.com/app/4083790/SHIKAQ/
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SHIKA-QOFFICIAL-z4m
Discord: https://discord.gg/wnZAxBqd4W
■ 会社概要
Company Name: Agni-Flare Co., Ltd.
Location: 6F HF Shin-Yokohama Bldg, 2-17-19 Shin-Yokohama, Kohoku-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan
Representative: Takeshi Inaba, CEO
Established: December 21, 2010
capital: 2,000,000 yen
■ 本件に関するお問い合わせ
Agni-Flare Co., Ltd. Public Relations
Email: adoption@agni-flare.com