Koei Tecmo Announces Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Playable Debut for Tokyo Game Show 2025

Koei Tecmo has officially announced its highly anticipated lineup for the Tokyo Game Show 2025, headlined by the world’s first playable demo of Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment.

This new title, exclusive to the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, is one of the most awaited reveals for the premier Japanese gaming expo.

Scheduled for release in winter 2025, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment is developed in collaboration with Nintendo and expands on the celebrated ‘Hyrule Warriors’ action-strategy formula that fans have come to expect.

The Tokyo Game Show 2025 (TGS 2025) will take place from September 25 to September 28 at the Makuhari Messe convention center in Chiba, Japan.

Visitors to the Koei Tecmo booth can get hands-on with Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, marking the first opportunity for public gameplay on the Nintendo Switch 2 hardware.

During the expo, company representatives are set to provide further insight into the development process and share the latest updates regarding the title.

While a specific release date has yet to be confirmed, Koei Tecmo has stated that further announcements—including potential launch details—are expected as part of their TGS 2025 programming.

In an official statement, Koei Tecmo reiterated its commitment to delivering fresh, high-quality titles for the next generation of Nintendo platforms, noting that the hands-on experience at TGS is intended to give players direct feedback and showcase the technical advancements possible on Nintendo Switch 2.

The company also highlighted the importance of community engagement at major industry events, underlining TGS as a key platform for unveiling significant projects. Alongside Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, Koei Tecmo’s Tokyo Game Show 2025 lineup features two other major franchise installments: Ni-Oh 3 and Ninja Gaiden 4.

Both titles extend Koei Tecmo’s legacy in action and RPG genres and will also be available for demonstration at the expo.

Fans interested in the full details of the schedule and upcoming events can visit the official company website for further updates as the event date approaches. Koei Tecmo is not alone in making headlines for TGS 2025.

Industry giants Capcom and Bandai Namco have also disclosed their exhibition lineups.

The show is poised to highlight a wealth of new content across genres, offering gaming enthusiasts and industry professionals a preview of what’s next for Japanese and global gaming. As preparations for TGS 2025 ramp up, all eyes are on Koei Tecmo and Nintendo Switch 2 for what is promising to be one of the most significant reveals of the year.

Stay tuned for real-time updates and coverage as the gaming world gathers in Chiba this September.

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