Tokyo Game Show 2026 Kicks Off! Teaser Video, Gift Campaign, and More Unveiled!

Towards "Tokyo Game Show 2026" (organized by the Computer Entertainment Supplier's Association, co-organized by Nikkei BP / Sony Music Solutions, hereinafter TGS2026) to be held from Thursday, September 17 to Monday (holiday), September 21, 2026, a teaser video leading to the main visual of TGS2026 was released today, May 12 (Tuesday). The video has been released on TGS official social media channels starting today. Please pay attention to the excitement building up for the 2026 Tokyo Game Show, which will be held for the longest period ever, 5 days. ◼︎Tokyo Game Show 2026 Teaser Video Released This year, the main visual is once again handled by illustrator Zashiki Warashi, who is gaining attention for their delicate and unique worldview. Along with this visual, which expresses this year's TGS2026, the first 5-day event, a teaser video to heighten expectations for TGS2026 has been released today on TGS official YouTube channel, X, Instagram, and other social media platforms. You can watch the video from the URL below. URL: https://youtu.be/fLz159PTu9g ●Comment from Zashiki Warashi: I am honored to participate in Tokyo Game Show with my illustrations again this year, following last year. My passion for games has grown even stronger after participating last year, and I am drawing with all my heart again this year. I am truly grateful for this honorable opportunity once again. Similar to last year, it is divided into a teaser illustration and a main illustration, and this year's main illustration, in particular, has a flashy and energetic finish. I hope you look forward to its future release. I am sincerely looking forward to the holding of Tokyo Game Show. ●Profile: Born in 1987, from Fukuoka Prefecture. Active mainly in commercial illustration, while also regularly holding original art exhibitions. Has published illustration collections 'COLOR PALETTE' and 'DANDELION'. The third volume, 'PEAFOWL', is scheduled to be published in May. ◼︎Teaser Video Release Commemoration Gift Campaign Implemented! To commemorate the release of the teaser video, a gift campaign will be held on TGS official X. In this campaign, 3 pairs of 6 people will receive a pair of invitation tickets for the public days of TGS2026, which celebrates its 30th anniversary. Application methods and participation conditions are as follows. Please check TGS official X. We will continue to send out various campaigns and the latest information, so please follow TGS official social media channels for updates. TGS Official X: @tokyo_game_show Campaign Period: From Tuesday, May 12, 2026 to Sunday, May 31, 2026 Number of Winners: 3 pairs, 6 people How to Apply: STEP1: Follow the Tokyo Game Show official X account (X: tokyo_game_show) on X. STEP2: Quote and repost the campaign post from the Tokyo Game Show official X, add '#東京ゲームショウ30th', and post your expectation comment. STEP3: Winners will be notified via X Direct Message (hereinafter DM) to the account that posted. By registering your prize delivery information from the URL provided in the DM, your win will be confirmed. Please note that you will be ineligible if you fall under the following: * If you do not follow or have unfollowed the Tokyo Game Show official X account. * If you have not reposted the specified post. Prizes: TGS2026 Public Day Pair Invitation Tickets ◼︎First Round of "TGS BOOSTERZ" Announced Tokyo Game Show 2026 will once again appoint official influencers, known as "TGS BOOSTERZ," with the theme of "boosting information about the appeal of Tokyo Game Show to the world." Creators and celebrities from Japan and abroad, active in various fields such as game commentary, reviews, and creative activities, will participate. They will disseminate the latest TGS information and the excitement of the venue in real-time through social media and video streaming, "boosting" the enthusiasm of game fans worldwide. This year, to commemorate the 30th anniversary, many TGS BOOSTERZ are expected to participate. Starting with SNS dissemination by BOOSTERZ, we will develop promotions that generate buzz before the event and heighten anticipation. We are pleased to announce the appointment of Ella Freya, Kayane, Junpei Zaki & Taizo Zaki, and Shao Dow as the first round. ●Ella Freya's Profile "Ba