Suikoden Star Leap has been formally revealed by Konami. This upcoming title is the latest entry in the beloved JRPG series, returning to the 2D spirit of the first couple of PS1 titles. This is a brand new, original game that is set in the same universe as the mainline Suikoden games.
Suikoden Star Leap was revealed for Android and iOS during the Suikoden Live 2025 event. The mobile game appears to be a traditional turn-based experience that features 2D graphics reminiscent of the HD-2D style. It will act as a canonical, in-universe prequel to the original Suikoden I as well as a sequel to Suikoden V, set in between both games.
The new mobile game will feature its own set of 108 Stars for players to recruit throughout the world. These 108 recruitable characters will be completely original, brand new characters that will join the player’s home base. That home base will be a repurposing of the protagonist’s destroyed village that can be customized and expanded upon.
For those fans looking to see returning characters, some series favorites will make an appearance here. In addition to the core 108 new characters, players will be able to fight alongside familiar faces. The story will center around a specific Rune of Change and how it affects the main characters on their journey.
Suikoden Star Leap doesn’t end with the mobile game, though. There is also a manga adaptation of its plot coming down the line. Unfortunately, there is no confirmation at this time of a worldwide release of the game or manga. There is also no release date or window for their releases in Japan for now. More details are to come soon, as Suikoden Live will now become a regular Konami event. Before Star Leap’s release, Suikoden I & II HD Remaster will drop on March 6, 2025.
Suikoden Star Leap releases for Android and iOS in Japan in the near future. A worldwide release is unconfirmed.
Published: Mar 3, 2025 08:05 pm