Trickcal Developer Plans Global Pre-Release Story, Eyes Anime Adaptation
The interview confirms EPID Games is moving from a survival phase to active IP expansion for Trickcal, with a global pre-release story and anime adaptation now in planning.
Reporting from 1 source: Automaton.
EPID Games CEO Michael stated at Bilibili World 2026 that the developer of Trickcal: Mochi Mochi Cheek Daiseen aims for IP expansion, including anime adaptation, after surviving three years. A global pre-release story is reportedly planned. The game's popularity in Japan was evidenced by a 1,000-person line at an Akihabara pop-up shop and sold-out collaborations. The booth featured characters Spicky, Commey, and Elfin. The developer also expressed interest in seeing doujinshi become a genre at Comiket.
At Bilibili World 2026 in Shanghai, the Trickcal booth featured returning characters Spicky, Commey, and Elfin, with interactive elements such as a Spicky corner and a panel of Commey spinning her tongue. In an interview, CEO Michael (Han Jong-hyun) and VP Loar (Sim Jong-son) discussed the game's third anniversary in September, the unexpected popularity in Japan, and plans for a global pre-release story. Michael stated he wants to work toward IP expansion, including an anime adaptation. The developer also expressed hope that doujinshi based on the game would become a genre at Comiket.
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