Medabots Survivor: Classic RPG Meets Bullet Heaven

If you've been keeping an eye on global game releases, you might be disappointed to hear about another title you can't access just yet. Medabot Survivors is set to launch on February 10th, bringing the beloved robot role-playing series back to mobile devices. Unfortunately, it's currently exclusive to Japan on both iOS and Android platforms.

As reported by Gematsu, Medabots might ring a bell for those of us who grew up in the wake of Pokémon's massive success. During that time, there was a significant push to introduce various Japanese franchises with merchandising potential to Western audiences. While Digimon gained considerable popularity (and some argue it even surpassed Pokémon), Medabots never quite managed to capture the same level of attention in the West.

However, in its home country of Japan, Medabots has established itself as a major franchise. Though not world-dominating, it enjoys a much stronger following than it ever did here. It's no surprise then that the next evolution for Medabots is the Survivors-like genre, although for now, only Japanese fans will have the chance to experience it.

**Surviving the Survivors**

While the term "Survivors-like" might be new, the genre itself predates the popular game Vampire Survivors. The release of Medabot Survivors is not only exciting for fans but also noteworthy as we witness this genre's rapid expansion worldwide.

Having gained some insight into the Japanese gaming scene, I can confirm there are many excellent releases that might never make it to other markets. However, if Medabot Survivors proves to be a hit, there's hope that it might eventually reach a global audience.

In the meantime, if you're eager to explore upcoming games you can play right now, check out our latest feature in Ahead of the Game, where Catherine Dellosa delves into the charming world of Cat Restaurant.