Yuji Horii, known as the creator of the Dragon Quest series, has found a new partner in the world of video games: Muneyuki Kaneshiro, the author of the popular manga Blue Lock. Together, they are collaborating on a new project for Nintendo Switch provisionally titled Reincarnation Game. This title is presented as a multiplayer dark fantasy game, developed by Any Inc. and ArtePiazza, and is based on the traditional Japanese board game Sugoroku.
A game inspired by a game similar to snakes and ladders
According to the first revealed details, Reincarnation Game promises to be a friendly challenge full of betrayals, where players must eliminate each other to achieve reincarnation. The premise suggests sabotage mechanics that, while sounding fun, could test friendships, causing conflicts and laughter along the way. The game’s director, Ayaka Sato, has expressed her desire to create a messy and cool game, encouraging players to enjoy and want to play again.
No images or specific details about gameplay have been shared yet, indicating that development is in an early stage. However, the release is expected to take place in 2026, suggesting that it could be intended for the next generation of consoles, likely the Nintendo Switch 2, although this has not been officially confirmed.
Horii joined the project because he found it “interesting and original,” and expresses his enthusiasm for collaborating with Kaneshiro. “I am looking forward to making a game that makes everyone laugh and that they want to play over and over again,” commented the iconic creator. As Reincarnation Game is being developed, fans of both talents are eagerly awaiting more information about this intriguing title.
