【METRO】Releases PlayStation Software! Check Out the Software Lineup from METRO, a Company Active in Arcade Games and More!

METRO Co., Ltd. was founded in Osaka in 1987 and is a long-established game production company that continues to support the Japanese gaming industry today. When people hear the name METRO, many feel a sense of nostalgia while being drawn into their unique range of works. From arcade games to home console games and even mobile content, METRO continues to captivate players across a wide range of genres.

Some of METRO's early iconic titles include the “Toride” series, “Daruma Dojo,” and the “Bust a Move” series. These titles gained many fans with their unique gameplay and innovative concepts, firmly establishing METRO's presence. However, METRO's challenges do not end there. In recent years, METRO has continued to produce hit titles suited to the times, such as the arcade version of “THE IDOLM@STER” and “Kamen Rider Battle: Ganbaride.” Particularly, the “IDOLM@STER” series, with its unique theme of idol production, is supported not only by game fans but also by a broad audience.

METRO's appeal is not limited to game development alone. They are also actively involved in operating amusement facilities, offering real-life experiences through games. METRO’s approach of not only developing arcade games but also creating spaces where players can directly experience them is a strength that sets them apart from other game companies.

Since its founding in 1987 in Nishinakajima, Yodogawa-ku, Osaka, METRO gradually expanded its operations. In 1996, they established a development office in Tokyo, and in 1998, they relocated to Yushima, Bunkyo Ward. Furthermore, in the 2000s, they relocated their headquarters and product management center, strengthening their foundation alongside business expansion. These relocations and organizational changes demonstrate that METRO is a company that continues to grow.

METRO is a company with a long history, yet it continues to take on new challenges. It remains sensitive to changes in the gaming industry, always providing players with fresh and exciting experiences. We can only look forward with excitement to how METRO’s future works will capture the hearts of game fans.

Time spent with METRO's games is not just play, but a truly moving experience. We can't take our eyes off their next-generation works either.