【Shinyuden】Bringing Japanese Gaming Culture from Akihabara to the World! Building a Strong Track Record in Localization! What Are Shinyuden’s Top Titles?

Shinyuden LLC, founded in Akihabara, is a unique company dedicated to bringing the charm of indie and retro games to the world. It is not just a game distribution company; they specialize in localization, marketing, and even development, serving as a bridge for gaming culture. They are also well-versed in manga and anime, delivering entertainment across various media.

Shinyuden started in 2013 when its founder, Luis García, began activities as a doujin game circle. From there, they steadily built their track record, including localizing the Spanish version of Square Enix's Final Fantasy series. In 2018, the company was officially established and made a full-fledged entry into the gaming industry. Today, they have grown to be recognized as an official publisher for Sony and Nintendo.

Shinyuden has achieved success not only with its developed games but also with titles they have marketed. For example, they have introduced titles that expanded the potential of indie games, such as the adventure game HEROES TRIALS, Reventure, which earned a Famitsu Gold Hall of Fame award, and Danball Mini Cars, a hit both domestically and internationally.

Another strength of theirs is their localization expertise. They have localized titles like Demon Slayer and Like a Dragon: Ishin! into Spanish, as well as providing translations into French, Italian, and German. Furthermore, they have helped bring international titles to Japan, such as releasing FOX n FORESTS domestically as Kisetsu no Kitsune.

Shinyuden has also made a strong impression at the Tokyo Game Show, establishing a unique presence in the indie gaming scene. In 2022, IDEA was selected as a finalist for the “Sense of Wonder Night,” gaining recognition from game creators worldwide.

Moving forward, Shinyuden will continue expanding the possibilities of gaming and bridging new cultural experiences. A gaming revolution born in Akihabara—its future is something to look forward to.