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Official Puzzle Game 『Oshi no Ko Puzzle Star』 Launches New Pickup Gacha [Spring Garden] Today! Ai and MEM-cho Appear in the First Wave!

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Published Apr 17, 2026 6:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 17, 2026 12:04 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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The official puzzle game "Oshi no Ko Puzzle Star" has launched its new "[Spring Garden]" pickup gacha, featuring Ai and MEM-cho in its first phase.
This event is part of Kadokawa Corporation's strategy to maximize IP value through global media mix initiatives.
The official puzzle game "Oshi no Ko Puzzle Star" has launched its new "[Spring Garden]" pickup gacha, featuring Ai and MEM-cho.

The official puzzle game "Oshi no Ko Puzzle Star" has launched its new "[Spring Garden]" pickup gacha, featuring Ai and MEM-cho in its first phase. This event is part of Kadokawa Corporation's strategy to maximize IP value through global media mix initiatives.

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Published: Apr 17, 2026

Kadokawa Corporation, a comprehensive entertainment company engaged in businesses such as publishing, anime/live-action video, games, web services, and education/EdTech, is developing and deploying diverse IPs globally through various media. The company is advancing its strategy of 'Global Media Mix with Technology' to maximize IP value by delivering created IPs worldwide through the use of technology. https://group.kadokawa.co.jp/

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FAQ

What is the name of the official puzzle game that launched a new pickup gacha today?

The name of the official puzzle game is Oshi no Ko Puzzle Star.

What is the title of the new pickup gacha that launched today for the puzzle game?

The title of the new pickup gacha that launched today is Spring Garden.

Which characters appear in the first wave of the new pickup gacha?

The characters appearing in the first wave are Ai and MEM-cho.

What businesses is Kadokawa Corporation engaged in as an entertainment company?

It is engaged in publishing, anime/live-action video, games, web services, and education/EdTech.

What strategy is Kadokawa Corporation advancing to maximize its IP value?

The company is advancing its strategy of Global Media Mix with Technology to maximize IP value.

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Washin AI News Desk“Official Puzzle Game 『Oshi no Ko Puzzle Star』 Launches New Pickup Gacha [Spring Garden] Today! Ai and MEM-cho Appear in the First Wave!”AI News by Washin Village（和心村）, Apr 17, 2026. https://aeo.washinmura.jp/ai/%E6%A0%AA%E5%BC%8F%E4%BC%9A%E7%A4%BEkadokawa/en/news/2026-04-18-news-tld3tj

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