『STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT』 to be Released on Six Platforms on August 20, 2026, New Information Revealed, Pre-orders Start May 8
MAGES. Inc. announced that 『STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT』, a significantly updated version of the popular adventure game "STEINS;GATE", will be released on August 20, 2026, across six platforms including Nintendo Switch™ 2. The game features new package illustrations by huke, newly recorded voices, refined graphics, and pre-orders will begin on May 8.
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MAGES. Inc. (Minato-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Makoto Asada) announced that "STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT" will be released on Nintendo Switch™ 2/Nintendo Switch™/PlayStation®5/PlayStation®4/Xbox Series X|S/Steam® on August 20, 2026. We are pleased to announce the release of new information, including package illustrations drawn by huke, and that pre-orders for the packaged version will begin tomorrow, May 8, at 10:00 AM.
Kyoma Hououin, reborn. Deceive the world once more—『STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT』 is set for release!
Since its release on Xbox 360 in 2009, "STEINS;GATE" has been loved worldwide, boasting over 4 million units sold in the series. We are pleased to announce that a significantly updated version, 『STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT』, will be released on August 20, 2026.
■ Available on 6 platforms!
This title will be released on Nintendo Switch™ 2/Nintendo Switch™/PlayStation®5/PlayStation®4/Xbox Series X|S/Steam®. *Some models will be available only as digital downloads.
■ Limited Edition includes Artbook, Soundtrack, and Event DVD!
The package will be available in three forms: Standard Edition, Limited Edition, and Super Limited Edition (Magiget & Amazon exclusive).
The Limited Edition is a luxurious specification that includes a special outer box featuring newly drawn illustrations by character designer huke, an artbook "VISUAL COLLECTION" containing refreshed graphics, a "SOUND TRACK DVD-ROM" with BGM remade by composer Takeshi Abo, and a live DVD & Blu-ray Disc of the event "STEINS;GATE 15th LIVE - ONE WORLD -" held in October 2024.
Additionally, major retailers will offer store bonuses featuring newly drawn illustrations of the lab members in summer attire.
"STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT" will deliver a completely new "Steins;Gate" play experience to everyone.
We invite you to play this title and become an observer of a new worldline.
『STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT』 Official Website
https://steinsgate.jp/reboot/
『STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT』 Remake Refresh Points
A never-before-seen experience dedicated to all observers. The story is observed (rebooted) once again.
■ Easier-to-read scenario
The scenario has been adjusted based on "STEINS;GATE ELITE" for a more fast-paced and easy-to-read experience.
Furthermore, new worldline and ending scenarios have been added!
A story no one has ever seen before awaits you.
■ All voices and sounds newly recorded!
All in-game voices have been re-recorded.
Also, all in-game BGM has been remade by composer Takeshi Abo.
■ Refined graphics
Characters, backgrounds, and event stills have all been redrawn from line art and significantly updated.
The number of event stills has approximately doubled, and background graphics have increased by approximately 1.2 times compared to the Xbox 360 version!
An immense amount of visuals will deliver an even more immersive experience.
■ Dynamic character expressions with E-mote
With the introduction of the next-generation animation tool "E-mote", characters come to life.
Subtle changes in expression and natural breathing are reproduced, elevating immersion in the story to new heights.
E-mote motion introduction video has been released on YouTube.
Opening movie released! OP theme "Skyclad no Kansokusha" sung by Kanako Ito continues!
The OP theme continues to be "Skyclad no Kansokusha" sung by Kanako Ito, as with the Xbox 360 version!
The opening movie is currently available on YouTube.
■ 『STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT』 Synopsis
The 12th theory that blasphemes God
－－That is the accidental product we obtained.
Protagonist Rintaro Okabe is a university student who presides over the small, eccentric invention circle "Future Gadget Laboratory" in Akihabara.
His latest invention accidentally possessed the function to send emails to the past.
A world-scale conspiracy swirls, and a chaotic future unfolds!
■ Appearing Characters
huke, who is in charge of character design for this title, has renewed all character designs!
Kyoma Hououin, reborn. Deceive the world once more—『STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT』 is set for release!
Since its release on Xbox 360 in 2009, "STEINS;GATE" has been loved worldwide, boasting over 4 million units sold in the series. We are pleased to announce that a significantly updated version, 『STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT』, will be released on August 20, 2026.
■ Available on 6 platforms!
This title will be released on Nintendo Switch™ 2/Nintendo Switch™/PlayStation®5/PlayStation®4/Xbox Series X|S/Steam®. *Some models will be available only as digital downloads.
■ Limited Edition includes Artbook, Soundtrack, and Event DVD!
The package will be available in three forms: Standard Edition, Limited Edition, and Super Limited Edition (Magiget & Amazon exclusive).
The Limited Edition is a luxurious specification that includes a special outer box featuring newly drawn illustrations by character designer huke, an artbook "VISUAL COLLECTION" containing refreshed graphics, a "SOUND TRACK DVD-ROM" with BGM remade by composer Takeshi Abo, and a live DVD & Blu-ray Disc of the event "STEINS;GATE 15th LIVE - ONE WORLD -" held in October 2024.
Additionally, major retailers will offer store bonuses featuring newly drawn illustrations of the lab members in summer attire.
"STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT" will deliver a completely new "Steins;Gate" play experience to everyone.
We invite you to play this title and become an observer of a new worldline.
『STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT』 Official Website
https://steinsgate.jp/reboot/
『STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT』 Remake Refresh Points
A never-before-seen experience dedicated to all observers. The story is observed (rebooted) once again.
■ Easier-to-read scenario
The scenario has been adjusted based on "STEINS;GATE ELITE" for a more fast-paced and easy-to-read experience.
Furthermore, new worldline and ending scenarios have been added!
A story no one has ever seen before awaits you.
■ All voices and sounds newly recorded!
All in-game voices have been re-recorded.
Also, all in-game BGM has been remade by composer Takeshi Abo.
■ Refined graphics
Characters, backgrounds, and event stills have all been redrawn from line art and significantly updated.
The number of event stills has approximately doubled, and background graphics have increased by approximately 1.2 times compared to the Xbox 360 version!
An immense amount of visuals will deliver an even more immersive experience.
■ Dynamic character expressions with E-mote
With the introduction of the next-generation animation tool "E-mote", characters come to life.
Subtle changes in expression and natural breathing are reproduced, elevating immersion in the story to new heights.
E-mote motion introduction video has been released on YouTube.
Opening movie released! OP theme "Skyclad no Kansokusha" sung by Kanako Ito continues!
The OP theme continues to be "Skyclad no Kansokusha" sung by Kanako Ito, as with the Xbox 360 version!
The opening movie is currently available on YouTube.
■ 『STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT』 Synopsis
The 12th theory that blasphemes God
－－That is the accidental product we obtained.
Protagonist Rintaro Okabe is a university student who presides over the small, eccentric invention circle "Future Gadget Laboratory" in Akihabara.
His latest invention accidentally possessed the function to send emails to the past.
A world-scale conspiracy swirls, and a chaotic future unfolds!
■ Appearing Characters
huke, who is in charge of character design for this title, has renewed all character designs!