Animo

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Release: game · 2026 · worldwide · 2026-07-02
Release: game · July 9 · global · 2026-06-27
Release: game · 2026 · Japan · 2026-06-07
Announced: closed beta test registration · 2026-07-02

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Produces of: pawprint studio, pawprint interactive entertainment

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3d ago

Free-to-Play Open-World RPG 'Aniimo' Begins Closed Beta Test in Japan

Pawprint Studio announced on July 9 that the closed beta test for the Japanese version of its open-world monster-collecting RPG 'Aniimo' has started. The test, which runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Steam, Epic Games Store, iOS, and Android, gives players early access to over 100 types of creatures called Aniimo, along with boss battles, dungeon exploration, training, housing, and multiplayer elements. A new promotional video was released alongside the CBT, showing three segments: a home base with daily life, the city of Astra with shops and customization options, and a large open world where characters run across vast landscapes. The playable area includes the first zone 'Soyokaze Plain' and part of a new water-themed area revealed for the first time in the CBT. The story in the test reaches a temporary conclusion regarding the legendary being Iruri. 'Aniimo' is a free-to-play title scheduled for release later in 2026, and pre-registrations are now open on all platforms. The developer is headquartered in Singapore and operates globally.

Jul 2

Pawprint Studio Opens CBT Registration for Open-World Monster Collector Animo

Pawprint Studio, based in Singapore, has opened closed beta test registration for its debut title Animo, an open-world monster-collecting RPG. The CBT runs from July 9, 2026, with registration closing July 5. The game is scheduled for a 2026 free-to-play release on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, iOS, and Android. A media preview showed real-time action battles, creature capture via Anipod, and environmental puzzles using Animon abilities.

Jun 27

Free-To-Play Monster-Collecting RPG Aniimo Sets Closed Beta for July 9

Pawprint Interactive Entertainment announced that the closed beta test for the open-world monster-collecting RPG Aniimo will run on July 9 on PC, Steam, iOS, and Android. Applications close July 5. The game features a Link system that lets players transform into the creatures they befriend, with cross-play across all planned platforms.

Jun 7

Animo Opens Japanese Closed Beta Test Signups

Pawprint Interactive Entertainment announced its first Japanese closed beta test for the open-world monster collection ARPG Animo. Recruitment is open for PC, Android, and iOS. The free-to-play title launches on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Android, and iOS in 2026.