Where Bold Creators Meet Editors.
KODANSHA GAME LAB. is an indie game publishing team within KODANSHA, one of Japan’s leading publishing companies.
We partner with creators who have distinctive ideas and help bring those ideas to players around the world—not by changing their vision, but by helping it reach its fullest potential.
Featured Works
and Roger
A small, personal game recognized around the world.
Created by solo developer yona, and Roger is an interactive novel that lets players see through the protagonist’s eyes—whether what she sees makes sense or not. Comprised of three chapters, the game can be experienced in its entirety in about one hour.
Since its release, and Roger has received international recognition from leading game awards and festivals.
- Games for Change Awards 2026 — Nominated in 3 categories
- Game Developers Choice Awards 2026 — Audience Award
- BAFTA Games Awards 2026 — Finalist
- Taipei Game Show 2026 — Grand Prix
BOKURA
A two-player game played by more than 1.3 million people worldwide.
Created by solo developer tokoronyori, BOKURA is a two-player-only puzzle adventure where each player sees a different version of the same world. You will need to talk to each other to find out what you can and cannot see. Work together to solve the puzzles and continue your journey.
Its unique two-player concept has attracted players around the world, with more than 1.3 million copies sold.
1.3M+ copies sold worldwide
Wabisabi SushiDerby
Raise sushi. Race across the galaxy.
Created by the independent team ITAMAE Studio, Wabisabi SushiDerby is a racing and training game where players raise sushi and compete to become the greatest sushi chef in the galaxy.
Just one example of the many unique games we love to publish.
Different Games. The Same Belief.
Every game we publish is different. Different genres. Different styles. Different creators.
What unites them is a shared belief: that original creative visions deserve exceptional care—and the chance to reach players around the world.
Here’s a glimpse of the wider range of creators and projects we’ve had the privilege to support.
Why KODANSHA?
For more than a century, KODANSHA‘s editors have worked alongside manga artists and novelists—not simply to publish finished works, but to help shape them.
At Kodansha Game Lab, we’re exploring what that editorial tradition can become in games.
We believe thoughtful editing can help original creators make stronger games without losing what makes their work uniquely theirs.
Let’s Connect
Whether you’re a developer, publisher, platform partner, journalist, educator, or festival organizer, we’d love to connect.
If our philosophy resonates with you, let’s start a conversation.