New Hand-Drawn Anime-Style Adventure Game 'Vivarium' Inspired by Timeless Anime Classics to Launch Worldwide on Xbox and PC in 2027

■ Simultaneous Worldwide Announcement at Xbox Games Showcase 2026!

Shochiku Co., Ltd. Game Business Office (hereinafter 'Shochiku Games') announced the new adventure game 'Vivarium' worldwide at the Xbox Games Showcase 2026. Developed by US-based game studio Studio Meadowflower and published by Serenity Forge, Shochiku Games will provide promotional cooperation in Japan. Additionally, Crunchyroll, the world's leading anime-focused streaming service, is also cooperating in promotion.

This game is inspired by timeless anime classics from Japan and around the world, featuring a uniquely distinctive art style. Players take on the role of Jenny, a bright and energetic 11-year-old girl living in a small terrarium town, and step into the story world. Freed from the pressures of modern life, Jenny enjoys peaceful days and heartwarming interactions with neighbors. However, as time passes, mysterious events begin to occur, revealing the true nature of their 'perfect' little world and the secrets hidden within.

The game is scheduled for release in 2027 on Xbox and PC (Steam, Epic Games Store). Please look forward to it!

■ Store Pages and Trailer Released Today!

Today, various store pages and the latest trailer have been released.

Trailer URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LL_TyajdnGc

Xbox Store Page: https://www.microsoft.com/store/productid/9P93GJZMZNZJ

Steam Store Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4735760/Vivarium/

Epic Games Store Page: https://store.epicgames.com/p/vivarium-d54c21

Vivarium Official X Account (English): https://x.com/Vivarium_Game

Shochiku Games Official X Account (Japanese): https://x.com/ShochikuGames

■ Game Overview

[Feature] A new hand-drawn anime-style adventure game inspired by timeless anime classics.

[Title] Vivarium

[Release Date] 2027

[Platforms] Xbox / PC (Steam, Epic Games Store)

[Price] TBD

[Players] 1

[Languages] English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, etc.

[Developer] Studio Meadowflower

[Publisher] Serenity Forge

[Promotional Cooperation] Shochiku, Crunchyroll

■ About Studio Meadowflower

Studio Meadowflower is a creative collective based in New York that produces entertainment works including games, aiming to create works that move players' hearts.

■ About Serenity Forge

Serenity Forge is a video game developer and publisher based in Boulder, Colorado. Strongly believing in the artistic, cultural, and educational power of video games, Serenity Forge aims to create unique experiences that broaden players' perspectives.

■ About Crunchyroll

Crunchyroll, centered on a premium streaming service with one of the largest libraries dedicated to anime, provides fans with the ultimate anime experience and community through events, theatrical releases, games, merchandise, digital manga, and more, expanding global love for anime.

■ About Shochiku Games (Shochiku Co., Ltd. Game Business Office)

Launched in June 2024 as a dedicated game business office within Shochiku Co., Ltd., Shochiku Games publishes PC and console games for global markets, primarily in Japan and Asia. https://game.shochiku.co.jp