Shogi YouTubers "Sugar" and "Shogi Jikkyou Sora" Release Pre-release Gameplay Videos for 'KIOU'
NEKONOME Inc. announced the release of pre-release gameplay videos for their competitive shogi game 'KIOU,' scheduled for distribution in Spring 2026. Popular shogi YouTubers "Sugar" and "Shogi Jikkyou Sora" played against each other, showcasing the game's appeal.
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NEKONOME Inc. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Sean Kudo) announced that pre-release gameplay videos for their competitive shogi game 'KIOU,' scheduled for distribution in Spring 2026, were released on the YouTube channels of shogi YouTubers "Sugar" and "Shogi Jikkyou Sora" on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
You can get an early look at the appeal of 'KIOU' through actual game screens, the match itself, and the YouTubers' genuine play impressions.
[A Match Between Popular Shogi YouTubers Realized]
The videos released this time are valuable pre-release gameplay footage of two highly popular shogi fans, "Sugar" and "Shogi Jikkyou Sora," actually playing 'KIOU' before its official release.
Both players filmed the same match from their respective perspectives, allowing viewers to enjoy the tactics and psychological warfare of both players more deeply by comparing the two videos.
[Released Videos]
▼Sugar's perspective: "[Topic] I played KIOU with Sora"
https://youtu.be/ChlwiMg7tfg
▼Sora's perspective: "[Pre-release Play] I played the trending shogi app 'KIOU'"
https://youtu.be/owFkAvbtY3Q
[Content You Can See in the Videos]
Actual game screens of 'KIOU' before its release
An intense live match between popular YouTubers
Voice acting by popular voice actors reading out strategies and castle formations
Frank play impressions and feedback from both YouTubers
The video descriptions also include comments soliciting feedback and improvement requests for 'KIOU,' conveying the game's development stance of incorporating user voices.
[Game Overview]
'KIOU' is a new sensation shogi game that allows players to simultaneously enjoy interactions with attractive characters and highly competitive shogi matches. It features voice acting by popular voice actors, a character favorability system, and a match system that allows everyone from beginners to advanced players to enjoy at their own pace. Within a Japanese x fantasy world, it delivers the tactics on the shogi board and stories with characters.
[Product Information]
Game Title: KIOU
Genre: Competitive Shogi Game
Developed and Sold by: NEKONOME Inc.
Supported Platforms: iOS / Android / PC (Steam)
Release Period: Scheduled for Spring 2026
Price: Free-to-play (with in-app purchases)
Official Website: https://kioushogi.com/
Official SNS: https://x.com/kiou_jp
If you have any questions regarding the content of this release or the game, please contact us at the address below.
[Contact Information] NEKONOME Inc. Public Relations contact@neconome.co.jp
You can get an early look at the appeal of 'KIOU' through actual game screens, the match itself, and the YouTubers' genuine play impressions.
[A Match Between Popular Shogi YouTubers Realized]
The videos released this time are valuable pre-release gameplay footage of two highly popular shogi fans, "Sugar" and "Shogi Jikkyou Sora," actually playing 'KIOU' before its official release.
Both players filmed the same match from their respective perspectives, allowing viewers to enjoy the tactics and psychological warfare of both players more deeply by comparing the two videos.
[Released Videos]
▼Sugar's perspective: "[Topic] I played KIOU with Sora"
https://youtu.be/ChlwiMg7tfg
▼Sora's perspective: "[Pre-release Play] I played the trending shogi app 'KIOU'"
https://youtu.be/owFkAvbtY3Q
[Content You Can See in the Videos]
Actual game screens of 'KIOU' before its release
An intense live match between popular YouTubers
Voice acting by popular voice actors reading out strategies and castle formations
Frank play impressions and feedback from both YouTubers
The video descriptions also include comments soliciting feedback and improvement requests for 'KIOU,' conveying the game's development stance of incorporating user voices.
[Game Overview]
'KIOU' is a new sensation shogi game that allows players to simultaneously enjoy interactions with attractive characters and highly competitive shogi matches. It features voice acting by popular voice actors, a character favorability system, and a match system that allows everyone from beginners to advanced players to enjoy at their own pace. Within a Japanese x fantasy world, it delivers the tactics on the shogi board and stories with characters.
[Product Information]
Game Title: KIOU
Genre: Competitive Shogi Game
Developed and Sold by: NEKONOME Inc.
Supported Platforms: iOS / Android / PC (Steam)
Release Period: Scheduled for Spring 2026
Price: Free-to-play (with in-app purchases)
Official Website: https://kioushogi.com/
Official SNS: https://x.com/kiou_jp
If you have any questions regarding the content of this release or the game, please contact us at the address below.
[Contact Information] NEKONOME Inc. Public Relations contact@neconome.co.jp