In a nutshell
- Konami announces Suikoden STAR LEAP, a free‑to‑play RPG launching August 7, 2026 in Japan for iOS and Android.
- Features new 108 Stars, a fresh tale of runes, and appearances from classic Suikoden characters.
- A special Suikoden Live Vol. 7 pre‑launch broadcast airs August 6 at 20:00 JST on YouTube.
Konami has confirmed that Suikoden STAR LEAP will launch on August 7, 2026 in Japan via the App Store and Google Play.
A global release for PC (Steam), iOS, and Android will be announced at a later date.
The game introduces an entirely new storyline centered on the Rune of Change, one of the legendary 27 True Runes. Set in Solar Year 453, players follow the Hero and companions Hisui, Shirin, and Shapur as they rebuild a lakeside village destroyed by mysterious enemies. Their journey soon intertwines with Suikoden icons like Viktor, Flik, and Odessa, expanding into a grand tale of destiny and ambition.
Key Features
- 108 Stars of Destiny: A fresh roster of allies and characters to recruit.
- Classic RPG Gameplay: Turn‑based command battles, strategic depth, and retro dot‑style visuals.
- Character Diversity: Richly illustrated designs by Moryo and other artists, voiced by a star‑studded cast including Tomohiro Ono, Fairouz Ai, Akio Otsuka, Yuichi Nakamura, and Katsuyuki Konishi.
- Profound Storytelling: Themes of belief, conflict, and destiny woven into a traditional RPG framework.
Pre‑Launch Broadcast
Fans can tune in to Suikoden Live Vol. 7: Suikoden STAR LEAP Pre‑Launch Program on August 6 at 20:00 JST via YouTube, featuring new gameplay details and developer insights.
