Time: 2024-06-22
Too Kyo Games, the studio founded by Danganronpa writer Kazutaka Kodaka, faced financial and mental pressure while developing their new game, The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy. The studio had to take out a loan to fund the project after facing difficulties with an initial publisher. Despite the challenges, a publishing partner, Aniplex, eventually came through for Too Kyo Games, along with co-developers Media Vision and Jet Studio.
The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy, a collaboration between Kazutaka Kodaka and Zero Escape's creator, Kotaro Uchikoshi, faced incredible challenges during its development. The game, revealed at a Nintendo Direct event, was initially canceled by one publisher, leading Too Kyo Games to take a risky loan to continue working on it. The project, which started six years ago, required a larger scale of development than initially anticipated, leading to financial difficulties for the studio.
The development of The Hundred Line was described as a challenging and risky endeavor by Kodaka. The team faced the possibility of going into debt over the game's development, but thanks to the support of Aniplex and other developers, the project was able to move forward. The dedication of the staff at Too Kyo Games was evident as they poured all their resources into the game, showcasing their commitment to creating an epic indie game.
The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy immerses players in a setting reminiscent of Danganronpa, where they must navigate a high school filled with despair. The game follows the story of Takumi Sumino, who must protect the Last Defense Academy from mysterious enemies known as School Invaders for 100 days. With tactical role-playing combat and a compelling narrative, players will uncover the secrets of the school alongside 15 companions, each with their own motivations.
Despite the challenges faced during development, Too Kyo Games is determined to release The Hundred Line in early 2025 on PC and Nintendo Switch. The studio's dedication to the project and the support from partners like Aniplex highlight the resilience of the team in bringing this ambitious game to life. Fans of Danganronpa and Zero Escape can look forward to a thrilling and immersive experience in The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy.
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