Strategy x Super Speed x Showdown -- New Competitive Puzzle Game “SHIKA-Q” to Launch Worldwide in Fall 2025
AGNI-FLARE CO., LTD. (Headquarters: Yokohama, Kanagawa) today announced that its new online competitive puzzle game “SHIKA-Q” will be released worldwide (excluding certain regions) in Fall 2025 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®4, and PlayStation®5.
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“SHIKA-Q” Game Title Logo
SHIKA-Q is an online, real-time puzzle battle played on a 10x10 board where players link blocks to launch rapid-fire attacks and defenses. At the core of the gameplay is music—not merely background sound, but original vocal tracks created to symbolize the battle, delivering an unprecedented sense of immersion.
Key Features
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Strategy x Super Speed x Showdown.
Real-time puzzle battles where instant decisions determine victory, akin to a fighting game. -
Music at the Heart of Gameplay.
Each battle is driven by original vocal tracks, a core element of the experience. Character songs heighten tension and excitement in every match. -
Diverse Music Lineup.
- Challenge Mode (Single-player): 20 songs that evolve as players level up.
- Battle Pass: 10 additional character-inspired songs across 5 seasonal themes (Standard & Premium).
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Characters & Worldbuilding.
A cast of unique characters awaits. Some will be revealed in the first announcement, with more details to follow. -
Online Play.
Includes Ranked Matches and a seasonal Battle Pass system, ensuring ongoing replayability.
The SHIKA-Q Development Team commented,“Thanks to our small, agile team, we achieved visual and musical dynamism never seen before. With SHIKA-Q, we aim to deliver a fusion of strategy and immersion—through music and gameplay—to players worldwide.”
Release Information
- Title: SHIKA-Q
- Genre: Competitive Puzzle Battle Game
- Platforms: Nintendo Switch / PlayStation®4 / PlayStation®5
- Release Date: Fall 2025 (planned)
- Price: To be announced
- Battle Pass: Standard / Premium (price and details to be announced)
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Regions: Worldwide simultaneous release (excluding certain areas)
Please Note: The game will not release in China or Russia. In Taiwan, availability depends on the Nintendo eShop. Regional availability may also vary by platform status. - Format: Digital download only
Press Materials: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ji--_0dcv9iTnd6gnQISXrT4XlpxhiGe
Company Profile
- AGNI-FLARE CO., LTD.
- CEO: Takeshi Inaba
- Head Office: Yokohama, Japan
- Business: Video game planning, development, and publishing
- Established: 2010
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