Explore a Mysterious World: Modern Interpretation of Dante's 'Divine Comedy' – Game 'The Alighieri Circle: Dante’s Bloodline' Launching Fall 2026!
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- Explore a Mysterious World: Modern Interpretation of Dante's 'Divine Comedy' – Game 'The Alighieri Circle: Dante’s Bloodline' Launching Fall 2026!
- C&R Creative Studios, operated by CREEK & RIVER Co., Ltd., has announced a publishing partnership with Spain's Entalto Publishing to release the first-person psychological mystery thriller 'The Alighieri Circle: Dante’s Bloodline' in Japan. The game will launch on Steam® and PlayStation®5 in fall 2026.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 15, 2026
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C&R Creative Studios, operated by CREEK & RIVER Co., Ltd., has announced a publishing partnership with Spain's Entalto Publishing to release the first-person psychological mystery thriller 'The Alighieri Circle: Dante’s Bloodline' in Japan. The game will launch on Steam® and PlayStation®5 in fall 2026.
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- June 15, 2026
C&R Creative Studios, operated by CREEK & RIVER Co., Ltd., has announced a publishing partnership with Spain's Entalto Publishing to release the first-person psychological mystery thriller 'The Alighieri Circle: Dante’s Bloodline' in Japan. The game will launch on Steam® and PlayStation®5 in fall 2026.
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CREEK & RIVER Co., Ltd. (hereinafter 'C&R') has announced that its game division under Japan's largest creative development studio, 'C&R Creative Studios,' has entered a publishing agreement with Spanish independent publisher 'Entalto Publishing' to release the first-person psychological mystery thriller 'The Alighieri Circle: Dante’s Bloodline' (original title: The Alighieri Circle: Dante’s Bloodline) for the Japanese market.
The game is scheduled for release on 'Steam®' and 'PlayStation®5' in fall 2026.
Furthermore, building on this title, C&R Creative Studios will continue to actively acquire diverse indie game titles from around the world, providing comprehensive support for their localization, marketing, and expansion into Asian markets, including Japan.
■ Demo version currently available for free on Steam®
https://store.steampowered.com/app/4262620/The_Alighieri_Circle_Dantes_Bloodline/
Developed by Italian independent developer 'One O One Games,' this title is a dark, modern, narrative-driven first-person psychological mystery thriller.
■ Game Overview
In a world where the boundary between reality and hell thins every 33 years, protagonist Gabriele Alighieri returns to his ancestral home to protect his family and the world, confronting a fate he has long tried to escape.
With no combat mechanics, the game focuses on exploration, puzzle-solving, and storytelling, building tension through mysterious entities and narrative progression. A modern reinterpretation of Dante's 'Divine Comedy' awaits to engulf you!
・Collect lost pages of the 'Divine Comedy' to perform the ritual sealing the gates of hell!
・Solve immersive puzzles and confront the deep-seated fears hidden within Gabriele’s heart!
・Gather hidden collectibles and diary pages along the journey, piecing together the tragic history of the Alighieri family and forgotten memories to uncover the fragmented truth!
・What is the true price required for the ritual…?
■ Product Information
Title: The Alighieri Circle: Dante’s Bloodline
Genre: Psychological Mystery Thriller
Players: 1
Release Date: Fall 2026
Price: TBA
Platforms: Steam® / PlayStation®5
Languages: Japanese, English, Spanish (Spain), Spanish (Latin America), Italian, French, German, Portuguese (Brazil), Russian
CERO Rating: Pending
Development: One O One Games, Entalto Publishing
Publisher: CREEK & RIVER Co., Ltd.
Copyright: © CREEK & RIVER Co., Ltd. © 2026 Published by Entalto Publishing, Developed by One O One Games. All rights reserved.
■ Game Screens (※ Screens are from development build)
■ Demo version currently available for free on Steam®
https://store.steampowered.com/app/4262620/The_Alighieri_Circle_Dantes_Bloodline/
About C&R Creative Studios
[C&R Creative Studios]
C&R Creative Studios is a comprehensive creative development studio encompassing teams in games, film, CG, web, animation, advertising, manga, novels, architecture, fashion, and XR. With approximately 2,000 creators, primarily employees, it is one of Japan’s largest-scale development studios.
With a structure targeting both domestic and international markets, the studio continues to evolve. Moving forward, it aims to develop globally impactful content from Japan, launch new services, build networks of top-tier professionals worldwide, and enhance the value of numerous companies.
▼ C&R Creative Studios Website
https://crdg.jp/
About Entalto Publishing
[Entalto Publishing]
Entalto Publishing is the publishing brand of Entalto, a passionate and innovative video game developer and publisher based in northern Spain. Founded in 2021 by gaming industry veterans with over 10 years of experience, Entalto is more than just a publisher—it is a dedicated partner to developers worldwide, advocating creator-first and fair business practices. Believing developers should benefit most from their own success, Entalto strives to make this a reality.
▼ Entalto Website
https://entaltostudios.com/
■ CREEK & RIVER Co., Ltd. Company Overview
Headquarters: 4-1-1 Shinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan – Shintora-dori CORE
Founded: March 1990
Representative: Jun Kurosaki, President & CEO
Locations: Tokyo (HQ), Osaka, Sapporo, Sendai, Fukushima, Saitama, Yokohama, Kawasaki, Takasaki, Kanazawa, Nagoya, Kyoto, Kobe, Takamatsu, Hiroshima, Fukuoka, Kumamoto, Naha / Seoul, Shanghai, Beijing, Los Angeles, Montreal
Business: Specialized agency services (dispatch, introduction) for professionals in film, games, web, advertising, publishing, writers, performing arts, architecture, AI/DX, and athletes. Also provides production services (development, contracting) and rights management (planning, development, distribution of intellectual property). Through the C&R Group, these services extend to healthcare, IT, accounting, legal, fashion, food, life sciences, CXO, and agriculture, totaling 18 specialized fields.
URL: https://www.cri.co.jp (Corporate Site)
https://www.cri.co.jp/website-sns/ (Official Sites & SNS List)
https://www.creativevillage.ne.jp/ (Media 'CREATIVE VILLAGE' – Professionals × Connection × Media)
The game is scheduled for release on 'Steam®' and 'PlayStation®5' in fall 2026.
Furthermore, building on this title, C&R Creative Studios will continue to actively acquire diverse indie game titles from around the world, providing comprehensive support for their localization, marketing, and expansion into Asian markets, including Japan.
■ Demo version currently available for free on Steam®
https://store.steampowered.com/app/4262620/The_Alighieri_Circle_Dantes_Bloodline/
Developed by Italian independent developer 'One O One Games,' this title is a dark, modern, narrative-driven first-person psychological mystery thriller.
■ Game Overview
In a world where the boundary between reality and hell thins every 33 years, protagonist Gabriele Alighieri returns to his ancestral home to protect his family and the world, confronting a fate he has long tried to escape.
With no combat mechanics, the game focuses on exploration, puzzle-solving, and storytelling, building tension through mysterious entities and narrative progression. A modern reinterpretation of Dante's 'Divine Comedy' awaits to engulf you!
・Collect lost pages of the 'Divine Comedy' to perform the ritual sealing the gates of hell!
・Solve immersive puzzles and confront the deep-seated fears hidden within Gabriele’s heart!
・Gather hidden collectibles and diary pages along the journey, piecing together the tragic history of the Alighieri family and forgotten memories to uncover the fragmented truth!
・What is the true price required for the ritual…?
■ Product Information
Title: The Alighieri Circle: Dante’s Bloodline
Genre: Psychological Mystery Thriller
Players: 1
Release Date: Fall 2026
Price: TBA
Platforms: Steam® / PlayStation®5
Languages: Japanese, English, Spanish (Spain), Spanish (Latin America), Italian, French, German, Portuguese (Brazil), Russian
CERO Rating: Pending
Development: One O One Games, Entalto Publishing
Publisher: CREEK & RIVER Co., Ltd.
Copyright: © CREEK & RIVER Co., Ltd. © 2026 Published by Entalto Publishing, Developed by One O One Games. All rights reserved.
■ Game Screens (※ Screens are from development build)
■ Demo version currently available for free on Steam®
https://store.steampowered.com/app/4262620/The_Alighieri_Circle_Dantes_Bloodline/
About C&R Creative Studios
[C&R Creative Studios]
C&R Creative Studios is a comprehensive creative development studio encompassing teams in games, film, CG, web, animation, advertising, manga, novels, architecture, fashion, and XR. With approximately 2,000 creators, primarily employees, it is one of Japan’s largest-scale development studios.
With a structure targeting both domestic and international markets, the studio continues to evolve. Moving forward, it aims to develop globally impactful content from Japan, launch new services, build networks of top-tier professionals worldwide, and enhance the value of numerous companies.
▼ C&R Creative Studios Website
https://crdg.jp/
About Entalto Publishing
[Entalto Publishing]
Entalto Publishing is the publishing brand of Entalto, a passionate and innovative video game developer and publisher based in northern Spain. Founded in 2021 by gaming industry veterans with over 10 years of experience, Entalto is more than just a publisher—it is a dedicated partner to developers worldwide, advocating creator-first and fair business practices. Believing developers should benefit most from their own success, Entalto strives to make this a reality.
▼ Entalto Website
https://entaltostudios.com/
■ CREEK & RIVER Co., Ltd. Company Overview
Headquarters: 4-1-1 Shinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan – Shintora-dori CORE
Founded: March 1990
Representative: Jun Kurosaki, President & CEO
Locations: Tokyo (HQ), Osaka, Sapporo, Sendai, Fukushima, Saitama, Yokohama, Kawasaki, Takasaki, Kanazawa, Nagoya, Kyoto, Kobe, Takamatsu, Hiroshima, Fukuoka, Kumamoto, Naha / Seoul, Shanghai, Beijing, Los Angeles, Montreal
Business: Specialized agency services (dispatch, introduction) for professionals in film, games, web, advertising, publishing, writers, performing arts, architecture, AI/DX, and athletes. Also provides production services (development, contracting) and rights management (planning, development, distribution of intellectual property). Through the C&R Group, these services extend to healthcare, IT, accounting, legal, fashion, food, life sciences, CXO, and agriculture, totaling 18 specialized fields.
URL: https://www.cri.co.jp (Corporate Site)
https://www.cri.co.jp/website-sns/ (Official Sites & SNS List)
https://www.creativevillage.ne.jp/ (Media 'CREATIVE VILLAGE' – Professionals × Connection × Media)
FAQ
When will 'The Alighieri Circle: Dante’s Bloodline' be released?
It is scheduled for release in fall 2026 on Steam and PlayStation®5.
What are the game's key features?
A combat-free, exploration and puzzle-based psychological thriller reimagining Dante's 'Divine Comedy' in a modern narrative.
How large is C&R Creative Studios?
It has around 2,000 creators, making it one of Japan's largest creative studios.
Where can I play the demo?
The free demo is currently available on Steam®.
What languages are supported?
The game will support 9 languages, including Japanese.