Kaiju No. 8 Game Pre-Registrations Exceed 200,000

The world of Weekly Shonen Jump has birthed iconic series like One Piece and Dragon Ball, and now Kaiju No. 8 is making its mark. Kaiju No. 8: The Game, based on the acclaimed manga by Naoya Matsumoto, has impressively surpassed 200,000 pre-registrations, unlocking a wave of exciting rewards for eager fans.

In the universe of Kaiju No. 8, monstrous kaiju frequently assault Japan, leading to the establishment of a dedicated defense force. The narrative centers on Kafka Hibino, an underachiever with dreams of joining this force, who finds himself transformed into the formidable Kaiju No. 8 after a parasitic encounter.

Celebrating the 200,000 pre-registration milestone, players can now claim 1,000 Dimension Crystals upon the game's launch. But the excitement doesn't stop there; the next target is set at 500,000 pre-registrations, promising a four-star character, [Aiming for Greater Heights] Mina Ashiro, to those who join in.

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Kaiju No. 8 faces stiff competition within the anime and manga-based gaming niche. Titles like Bleach: Brave Souls continue to thrive, fueled by the enduring popularity of their source material. Yet, Kaiju No. 8's approach might signal a new trend in how manga and anime are adapted for gaming, particularly on the mobile platform, which is hugely popular in Japan. Is the gacha model becoming the preferred method for bringing these stories from page to screen?

For anime enthusiasts and otaku alike, exploring our curated list of the top 15 best mobile games based on anime offers a fantastic opportunity to dive into Japan's vibrant comic culture right from your smartphone.