Agni-Flare Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Yokohama, Kanagawa; CEO: Takeshi Inaba) is proud to announce that pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch version of its self-developed ultra-high-speed competitive puzzle game, SHIKA-Q, will begin on Thursday, March 30, 2026.

SHIKA-Q is scheduled for a worldwide release on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, and Steam. The Nintendo Switch version will officially launch on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 00:00 (local time). The PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®5 versions are slated for release later in April, while the Steam version is currently under development with a release date to be announced.

For the latest updates, please visit our official website.

SHIKA-Q Latest Teaser Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4mYvzEn3FnE&t=4s



■ Pre-Order Information

Pre-Order Period: March 30, 2026 (Mon) – April 8, 2026 (Wed) 23:59

Launch Date: April 9, 2026 (Thu) 00:00

Pre-Order Special: 20% OFF the standard price during the pre-order period (see below for package details).

Platform: Nintendo Switch



■ Available Packages (Nintendo Switch Version)

SHIKA-Q (Standard Edition)

MSRP: 15.99 USD → Pre-Order Price: 12.79 USD (20% OFF)

SHIKA-Q Nexus Edition (Base Game + Nexus Battle Pass)

MSRP: 22.37 USD → Pre-Order Price: 17.89 USD (20% OFF)

SHIKA-Q Premium Edition (Base Game + Premium Battle Pass)

MSRP: 25.48 USD→ Pre-Order Price: 20.38 USD (20% OFF)

SHIKA-Q Deluxe Edition (Base Game + Battle Pass Set (Nexus & Premium))

MSRP: 31.86 USD → Pre-Order Price: 25.48 USD (20% OFF)

■ Pre-Order Bonus

Customers who purchase SHIKA-Q during the pre-order period will receive four exclusive in-game custom items. These items will be added to the in-game customization menu and tied to the purchaser’s account. These rewards are strictly cosmetic (visual/audio enhancements) and do not affect gameplay balance or performance.

Bonus Item List:

Player Icons (x2): “Mark of the Pioneer [Blue]” & “Mark of the Pioneer [Red]”

Battle BGM (x1): “Wind Racer”

Achievement Badge (x1): “Founding Challenger”

■ About Battle Passes

Battle Passes offer seasonal content where players can unlock exclusive rewards by leveling up through gameplay.




Nexus Battle Pass: Features content for 5 unique themes and 5 characters. Includes an emote, battle UI, player icon, battle background, loading screen, and battle BGM for each character.



Premium Battle Pass: Features a different set of 5 themes and 5 characters from the Nexus Battle Pass, with the same categories of content.



Battle Pass Set (Nexus + Premium): A bundle including both Battle Passes, covering a total of 10 characters across 5 themes.




Note: The SHIKA-Q base game is required to use Battle Pass content.



■ About SHIKA-Q

SHIKA-Q is an ultra-high-speed competitive puzzle game set on a 10×10 board where victory is decided by split-second “links” and rapid decision-making. Combining the strategic depth of a puzzle game with the intense psychological warfare of a fighting game, it is designed from the ground up for the eSports era.


Unlike traditional “falling block” puzzles, the board in SHIKA-Q reacts instantly the moment a piece is placed. Attacks, disruptions, recoveries, and ultimate moves happen simultaneously in real-time, creating a high-tension experience where players must act faster than they can think.


The game’s design ensures that every move has a direct impact on the outcome, demanding both logical reasoning and reflex speed. With tides that can turn in seconds and a highly visual playstyle, SHIKA-Q is as thrilling to watch as it is to play. Online rankings and official tournaments are also planned.


The Power of Music The defining feature of SHIKA-Q is its soundtrack. High-energy vocal tracks and fast-paced compositions aren’t just background music—they are integrated into the flow of the game, heightening the tension and synchronizing with the player’s emotions to create an unparalleled sense of immersion.



■ Game Features


■ Strategy x Speed x Competition (1-2 Players):

Real-time combat with customizable speed settings to suit both tactical thinkers and speed demons. Supports offline/online play and ranked matches.


■ Challenge Mode (Single Player):

A rhythm-integrated mode with 99 stages and global rankings. Manage your health and adapt your strategy as the music and stage evolve.


■ Customization & Worldbuilding:

Express yourself with a wide range of UI designs, BGMs, emotes, and more. Each character features their own theme song and distinct aesthetic.


■ DLC Battle Pass:

Ongoing online support with rich rewards that unlock as you complete missions, ensuring a rewarding long-term experience.

 



■ Product Information


Title: SHIKA-Q

Genre: Ultra-High-Speed Competitive Puzzle

Players: 1–2 (Online play supported)

Format: Digital Download

Rating: CERO A (All Ages)

Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Steam

Switch Launch: April 9, 2026, 00:00

PlayStation®4/5 Launch: Scheduled for April 2026

Steam Launch: TBD

Supported Languages: Japanese, English, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), Korean, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch


 

■ Limited-Time Steam Playtest

Ahead of the Nintendo Switch launch, a limited-time Playtest (demo) will be held on Steam starting March 19, 2026.

Period: March 19 (Thu) 20:00 – April 5 (Sun) 23:59 (Approx. JST)

Steam Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4083790/SHIKAQ/

Please visit the Steam page to join the Playtest and add the game to your Wishlist.
■ Links

Official Website: https://shika-q.com

Official X (Twitter): https://x.com/sikaq_info

Steam　　　　　　https://store.steampowered.com/app/4083790/SHIKAQ/

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SHIKA-QOFFICIAL-z4m

Discord: https://discord.gg/wnZAxBqd4W



■ Company Profile

Company Name: Agni-Flare Co., Ltd.

Location: 6F HF Shin-Yokohama Bldg, 2-17-19 Shin-Yokohama, Kohoku-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan

Representative: Takeshi Inaba, CEO

Established: December 21, 2010

capital: 2,000,000 yen



Press Contact:

Agni-Flare Co., Ltd. Public Relations

Email: adoption@agni-flare.com