The first demo for DARK MACHINE THE GAME, a multiplayer mecha action shooter intertwined with the upcoming cross-media series DARK MACHINE: THE ANIMATION developed by DARK MACHINE PROJECT and LIONA Inc., debuts colossal robot battles on PC via Steam, debuting demo at Tokyo Game Show 2026.Pilot giant, customisable mechs in epic PvE engagements against hordes of enemies. Face off during fierce PvP battles with up to 7 aviators per side. Transform between small, medium and large mecha sizes on the fly using the “Shift Up” mechanic, pivoting to the perfect amount of agility, airborne firepower, and destructive capabilities for every situation.
Assemble a customized loadout by mixing and matching modules, upgrades and decals, then dish out destruction and reshape the battlefield in an instant.
Commandeer customisable, transforming mechs in clashes where fierce combat between machines becomes a destructive spectacle. Go guns-blazing and leave a smoldering battlefield in PvE battles against massive hordes, or fight foes in PvP warfare, from one-on-one skirmishes up to 7 vs. 7.
Morph into different mech sizes to adapt to every engagement on the fly using the “Shift Up” mechanic. Pester foes with precision gunplay as the small-sized Worker, rain firepower from above with the medium-sized Ride Loader’s aerial combat prowess, and dish out overwhelming destruction with the large-sized Gigant Loader.
Build a custom mech to prepare for the unknown battlefields called “The DARK.” Assemble a bespoke loadout, mixing and matching weapon parts, then tune performance with the module system. Personalise each powerful machine with colors and decals to ensure the last thing opponents see remains burnt into their mind.
At Tokyo Game Show 2026, go hands-on with the beginning of the anime x game cross-media series spearheaded by GorÅ Taniguchi (director - ONE PIECE FILM RED) and world-renowned mech illustrator Hidetaka Tenjin (mechanical artist - Gundam, Macross).
Dive into the world of DARK MACHINE in rich panel discussions and exhibition matches featuring ZETA DIVISION, the DARK MACHINE anime voice cast, and the game production team DARK MACHINE THE GAME is planned for release in 2027 on PC via Steam, with language support for Japanese and English (both interface and full audio).
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