Super Neptunia RPG

Platform(s): Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4
Genre: Role-Playing
Publisher: Idea Factory International
Developer: Artisan Studios
Release Date: June 25, 2019 (US), June 28, 2019 (EU)

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'Super Neptunia RPG' (ALL) Introduces Bombyx Mori, New Characters - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on June 7, 2019 @ 4:27 p.m. PDT

Super Neptunia RPG is a side-scrolling RPG that brings the characters of the self-referential Neptunia series to life in a whole new way.

The self-proclaimed hero, Neptune, awakes in a familiar world, but has no recollection of anything other than her name. With the help of a mysterious girl named Chrome, as well as three other familiar faces beloved in the Neptunia™ series, Neptune embarks on a journey through the mysterious dimension to try to regain her memory.

Little do they know, the world they inhabit is under attack by an enemy who wants to take civilization back to the time where 2D reigns supreme.

Can Neptune and her friends save the world and 3D games as we know it, or will they be flattened into two dimensions forever?

Each character was hand-drawn by Tsunako, the artist behind the series, then animated by computer magic to create a world that’s mysteriously gone from three dimensions to two. Explore side-scrolling dungeons and fight in turn-based battles to settle the debate once and for all – which games are better: 2D or 3D?


The Bombyx Mori is a 2D force to be reckoned with and with this week's screenshot batch, we are introduced to several of their battle tactics and sharp wits. As the leading purveyor of 2D games, the Bombyx Mori will ensure that those who stand against 2D games will be banished to the Trial Grounds! 

New Characters:

  • Filyn: A kid who reigns as the leader of the Bombyx Mori. She holds special feelings for Chrome, and chases her obsessively whenever she sees her. As a lover of 2D games, she declares that 3D games are nothing less than pure evil, and drills the idea into the minds of her citizens.
  • Paix St. Gliss: One of the Bombyx Mori's Three Musketeers. She has a fiery passion for 8-bit music. She leads Bombyx Mori and holds a deep devotion to her cause.
  • Artura Arrima: One of the Three Musketeers, and the overseer of the Trial Grounds, where Bombyx Mori sends criminals. The citizens have taken to calling her the "Mad King" because of the insane trials she puts innocent people through. She aggressively pursues Neptune with the intent of taking her to the Trial Grounds.
  • Ester Zira: One of the Bombyx Mori's Three Musketeers. A dangerous, but playful girl who loves experiments and fiddling with machines. She's also fearless enough to give the Mad King, Artura Arrima, the nickname "Arty." Her best buddy, Chocoman, stands tall against Neptune and the others.
  • Poofy: A young dragon who is incredibly fluffy. She flies around the land, searching for something...

Key Features

  • New Me in 2D – Your favorite Goddesses jump from three dimensions to two! Artisan Studios and Compile Heart proudly present new, vibrant backgrounds and newly developed 2D animations hand drawn in this action-inspired side-scrolling RPG! With Artisan Studios and Tsunako collaborating to create new background and character art, fans and newcomers alike can see Gamindustri in a new 2D perspective.
  • Where You Lead, I Will Follow – With four Goddesses to rotate on-the-fly during battle, players can change their formation type and unleash devastating attack combos. Depending on which Goddess is leading the pack, players can strategize attacks from four different formations: Strike, Magic, Support and Heal!
  • Goddess ‘bout to Break! – Strut your stuff and dish out your special Break Attack to ensure victory! Armed with their classic ability to transform, the Goddesses gain additional stat bonuses that enhance their attacks and lay waste to any enemy!
  • Put a +2 Str Ring On It – Strengthen your Goddesses by utilizing Skills and Abilities that can be unlocked with weapons, armors, or accessories! Strategically assign Skills and rearrange your abilities for each battle.

The PS4 release will have two slightly modified CGs. The Nintendo Switch and Steam version will contain all original CGs. Gameplay for all platforms has not been changed from the original Japanese release.

The PS4 and Nintendo Switch versions will include English and French subtitles.The Steam version includes English, French, Japanese, and Traditional Chinese Subtitles.

Super Neptunia RPG is headed for the PS4 and Nintendo Switch (physically and digitally) on June 25 (June 28 in Europe), while the PC (Steam) version will launch on June 20.


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