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"Cinderia" TGS2026 Stage Set! Game*Spark×AUTOMATON Discuss “Why Roguelikes Are Fun” with Devs, Teases Co-op Mode

The event will take place on the Tokyo Game Show 2026 stage starting at 9:40 a.m. on September 20. Editors from Game*Spark and AUTOMATON will sit down with the development team.

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"Cinderia Latest News Announcement Stage" Main Visual
  • Set in a kingdom shrouded in ash, girls imbued with the power of witches take on monsters (the image shows the co-op mode currently in development).
  • Make your way through a graveyard swarming with skeleton soldiers and mages. During the stage, the development team will provide real-time commentary on the screen (the image shows the co-op mode currently in development).
  • Combining the different combat styles of each character seems to be the key to cooperative play.
  • Battle against the boss,
  • We even go shopping together. It makes dividing up the building tasks go much smoother.

It has been announced that a stage event titled “Cinderia Latest Update Presentation” for the roguelike action game *Cinderia*, developed by MyACG Studio, will be held on the event stage at the Tokyo Game Show 2026 (TGS2026) on Sunday, September 20—the public days of the show.

During the event, editors from Game*Spark and AUTOMATON will host the development team to discuss the game’s appeal and the question, “Why are roguelikes so captivating?” They will also present footage showcasing the “2-player co-op mode” currently in development.

What Is *Cinderia*, the Game That Sold 100,000 Copies in 10 Days of Early Access and Earned a “Very Positive” Rating on Steam?

*Cinderia* is a dark fantasy roguelite action game set in a kingdom scorched by a powerful witch, where girls who have absorbed the witch’s power explore and battle monsters. It features charming yet decadent artwork reminiscent of fairy tales, paired with fast-paced action.

Its greatest feature is the high degree of freedom: players can freely combine over 180 skills, over 130 pieces of equipment, and passive effects—each available for the four playable characters—to create their “very own build.”

Set in a kingdom stained by ash, girls imbued with the power of witches stand up to monsters (image shows the cooperative mode currently in development).

Game*Spark has been covering this title since its March 2025 announcement, and when it launched in Early Access on Steam on March 30, 2026, it surpassed 100,000 copies sold in just about 10 days.As of this writing, the game maintains an “Overwhelmingly Positive” rating based on over 5,100 Steam user reviews, and its momentum shows no signs of slowing even nearly half a year after the Early Access launch.In August, a major update was released that added 37 new items, including new features such as “pets” and “gem slots,” further expanding the range of build options.

The game is priced at 2,000 yen (tax included) and supports Japanese. Development is continuing with the goal of a full release in March 2027.

Game*Spark × AUTOMATON Ask the Development Team: “Why Are Roguelikes So Compelling?”

At the stage event taking place on September 20 at TGS 2026, the game’s producer, Xiao Yu, and hotpot, who is in charge of publishing, will take the stage.Kei Aiuchi, an editor at AUTOMATON (Active Gaming Media), will join as a guest, and Kosuke Miyazaki—head of EID’s gaming media outlets, including Game*Spark and INSIDE—will serve as the MC.

In the first half, Xiao Yu will provide an overview of the game and introduce its world and characters, followed by hotpot demonstrating Chapter 1 in a live gameplay session while switching between characters. The editor will watch the session and ask the development team direct questions.

They make their way through a graveyard swarming with skeleton soldiers and mages. During the stage presentation, the development team explains the game’s appeal while demonstrating gameplay on the console (the image shows the cooperative mode currently in development).

Introducing the “2-Player Co-op Mode” currently in development, accompanied by live gameplay footage

In addition to the game introduction, hotpot is scheduled to explain the “2-Player Co-op Mode”—which was announced for implementation at the start of Early Access—using video footage. Along with design concepts unique to co-op play, such as character coordination and build combinations, the latest information regarding future developments will also be announced.

In-game footage of the “2-Player Co-op Mode” currently in development (image shows a work-in-progress)
Combining the distinct combat styles of each character appears to be the key to co-op play
Battle against the boss “Baron Dramor.” Taking on the challenge as a duo opens up more strategies for victory
Shopping at the store together. This makes it easier to divide up build responsibilities

“Cinderia Latest Information Announcement Stage” Event Overview

  • Date and Time: Sunday, September 20, 2026, 9:40 AM – 10:30 AM

  • Venue: Makuhari Messe, Tokyo Game Show 2026 Event Stage

  • Panelists: "Cinderia" Producer Xiao Yu / "Cinderia" Publishing Manager hotpot / AUTOMATON (Active Gaming Media) Editor Kei Aiuchi

  • MC: Kosuke Miyazaki (IID, Inc. / Game*Spark)

  • Content: Overview of *Cinderia* by the producer / Special talk on the development background and appeal of the game / Introduction to the “2-Player Co-op Mode” currently in development / Screening of gameplay footage and live gameplay demonstration / Latest information on future developments

  • Stream

*Speakers and stage content are subject to change.

TGS 2026 opens to the public at 9:30 AM, and this stage event begins immediately after the doors open at 9:40 AM. We recommend arriving early if you’d like to watch in person. If you’re unable to attend in person, be sure to tune in to the livestream to hear directly from the development team.

Why is this “highly acclaimed” roguelike action game still so popular? Stay tuned for this stage event where the development team and the editorial staff of Game*Spark & AUTOMATON will explore the answer together!

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