Red Dunes Games Showcasing 12 Games at the Tokyo Game Show - Sept. 25th-28th '25!
Posted: Tue Sep 16, 2025 4:55 pm
Red Dunes Games Showcasing 12 Games Tokyo Game Show
++ An Opportunity to See and Play ++
Abu Dhabi, UAE & Tokyo, Japan –16th September 2025 – Red Dunes Games, the UAE-based publisher and developer, is set to return to Tokyo Game Show with a significantly expanded presence. Following a landmark multi-year partnership deal earlier this year, the company will showcase twelve titles spanning flagship projects and carefully selected indie games from 25 to 28 September 2025 at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan.
A True Hands-On Showcase
At Booth 07-N14, visitors will experience a curated line-up of twelve games across 32 high-performance PCs, powered by sponsor GALLERIA. The booth has been designed to highlight both the creativity of Red Dunes’ partner studios and the diversity of the company’s portfolio, offering press and players alike an opportunity to engage directly with upcoming releases.
THE VISION
Sultan Darmaki, CEO and Creative Director, Red Dunes Games: “Returning to TGS this year is both exciting and meaningful for us. What began with just a handful of booths last year has grown into one of the largest presences at the show, reflecting the trust of our partners and the passion of our teams. Our lineup highlights the balance we believe in: pairing flagship titles with standout indie games that deserve the spotlight. At Red Dunes, our focus remains the same, supporting both established and emerging creators and delivering experiences that are fun, meaningful, and shared with our partners and fans."
All games will be showcased on PC, but console versions are projected! Dive into hands-on playable demos and feast your eyes on cinematic trailers - this is your first chance to experience the action before it hits screens around the world.
Red Dunes Games has sourced some of the finest indie titles to join their impressive roster. High-quality, unique and endlessly playable titles are set for release in 2025/2026 and beyond.
The following titles will be shown at TGS - Booth 07-N14
Princess of the Water Lilies (Estimated release date 2025) (first release)
A hand-drawn 2D puzzle-platformer where a cat, frogs, and other creatures bring a whimsical world to life. Explore beautifully crafted environments inspired by classic animated tales from the 70s to the 90s.
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LightSup (Estimated release date Q1 2025)
A couch-action beat'em up co-op game for 1-4 players with rogue-lite elements. Encounter hordes of ferocious monsters crawling from the dungeons and forest. Prepare your weapons, worship the Altar of Lights to illuminate your path, and cleanse the Lumineia Kingdom from the Eclipse and its eternal darkness.
Nightmare Circus (Estimated release date Q2 2026)
Find your friends and escape the nightmare in the award-nominated Nightmare Circus which is an enthralling action-adventure game where you take on the role of a Puppeteer trapped in the Nightmare Realm. Employ an array of tools for creating satisfying collisions to smash, crash, and slam into enemies, obstacles, and danger; create your play style to deal with the many nightmares that roam the land!
Katuba’s Poacher (Estimated release date 2026)
South Korean one-man developer/studio, where Joe Yu shows off his exceptional talent. Katuba’s Poacher is a boss-rush cartoon action challenge, with a subtle blend of roguelite, action and ‘arcade boss battles’ elements. You are on a quest to defeat bosses in battles that play out like musical acts, brought to life in a hand-drawn, 2D cartoon fantasy world.
Blades of Mirage (Estimated release date Q4 2026)
A highly epic imaginative isometric RPG set in a Southeast Asian-inspired world. As Mira, use your ability to create water-based weapons and utilize your strongest strategies to defeat the guardians and secure the treasures. Explore ancient ruins scattered across unique islands, confront corrupted, powerful creatures and solve intricate puzzles to secure the ancient relics.
Zozo and the Lost Dreams (Estimated release date 2026)
A light hearted 2D metroidvania platformer about Zozo, a young boy trapped in a dream world. Join Zozo as he explores the bizarre dream world packed with quirky characters, peculiar enemies, funny stories, and surprises that’ll keep you on your toes. With a neat storyline, humorous narratives, and a colourful and vibrant world, this is an indie game with plenty of appeal!
Port of Jumanah (Estimated release date Q3 2026)
A 2.5D action-adventure with rogue-lite elements, Port of Jumanah follows Mansour on a surreal journey beneath the waves. Inspired by the UAE’s pearl diving heritage, the game blends fast-paced combat, whimsical storytelling, and a richly imagined underwater world filled with secrets to uncover.
Samurai Pizza Cats: Blast from the Past! (Estimated release date TBD)
Announced early in the year to wild and enthusiastic feedback. This iconic IP, backed fully by the owners/creators of the original Samurai Pizza Cats TV series! This is one very sought after title! Take control of the Pizza Cats and prevent The Big Cheese from taking over Little Tokyo once and for all in this 2D action-packed adventure. Lots more information will be forthcoming at The Tokyo Games Show!
Silent Planet Elegy of a Dying World (Estimated release date Q/? 2026)
The year is 2997. Steel yourself with your Asimov Plasma Blade and harness the power of the ancient Psionic Disciplines in Silent Planet, an exploration-focused, gothic sci-fi metroidvania rooted in Cosmic Horror - a mix of genres seamlessly conjoined to create a game of mature intrigue! You play as Apranik. Your mission is to travel to the planet Thulcandra in search of a crucial item: the Angel’s Egg. Explore the claustrophobic corridors of a massive underground complex filled with the remnants of technological and biological horrors created by a dead civilization.
Three Eagerly Anticipated ACQUIRE x Red Dunes Games Yet To Be Unveiled…
Monster Eater (TBD)
In a city haunted by urban legends, anomalies lurk in the shadows. To survive, you must hunt them—or be consumed.
Hamrazu:Re (TBD)
A time loop begins aboard a train bound for destiny. Each rewind uncovers new secrets, but the clock is always ticking.
Project Tremor [Codename] (TBD)
When colossal threats rise, the fight to reclaim everyday life begins.
More to come…
These projects mark just the beginning of Red Dunes’ growing partnership with ACQUIRE. Fans are encouraged to watch ACQUIRE’s channels on September 19 for further announcements.
Red Dunes Games will co-develop a slate of original IPs that blend world-class Japanese craftsmanship with bold, global creative vision. Two of the titles will be presented with demos at the show and all three with present trailers of the hotly anticipated games!
Tokyo Game Show 2025 is the biggest event on the gaming calendar, and it’s bursting with major reveals. Come and visit Red Dunes Games and see their exciting list of engaging titles that include a vast array of genres, indie titles, high production development games and joint venture collaborations and IPs. You will come away noting that this publisher/developer is an exciting one to keep tabs on!
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About Red Dunes Games
Red Dunes Games is an independent game developer and publisher based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. With a global outlook and deep roots in storytelling, Red Dunes creates and publishes original games that resonate with players across cultures. The company is known for its creativity, production quality, and commitment to working with world-class partners.
++ An Opportunity to See and Play ++
Abu Dhabi, UAE & Tokyo, Japan –16th September 2025 – Red Dunes Games, the UAE-based publisher and developer, is set to return to Tokyo Game Show with a significantly expanded presence. Following a landmark multi-year partnership deal earlier this year, the company will showcase twelve titles spanning flagship projects and carefully selected indie games from 25 to 28 September 2025 at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan.
A True Hands-On Showcase
At Booth 07-N14, visitors will experience a curated line-up of twelve games across 32 high-performance PCs, powered by sponsor GALLERIA. The booth has been designed to highlight both the creativity of Red Dunes’ partner studios and the diversity of the company’s portfolio, offering press and players alike an opportunity to engage directly with upcoming releases.
THE VISION
Sultan Darmaki, CEO and Creative Director, Red Dunes Games: “Returning to TGS this year is both exciting and meaningful for us. What began with just a handful of booths last year has grown into one of the largest presences at the show, reflecting the trust of our partners and the passion of our teams. Our lineup highlights the balance we believe in: pairing flagship titles with standout indie games that deserve the spotlight. At Red Dunes, our focus remains the same, supporting both established and emerging creators and delivering experiences that are fun, meaningful, and shared with our partners and fans."
All games will be showcased on PC, but console versions are projected! Dive into hands-on playable demos and feast your eyes on cinematic trailers - this is your first chance to experience the action before it hits screens around the world.
Red Dunes Games has sourced some of the finest indie titles to join their impressive roster. High-quality, unique and endlessly playable titles are set for release in 2025/2026 and beyond.
The following titles will be shown at TGS - Booth 07-N14
Princess of the Water Lilies (Estimated release date 2025) (first release)
A hand-drawn 2D puzzle-platformer where a cat, frogs, and other creatures bring a whimsical world to life. Explore beautifully crafted environments inspired by classic animated tales from the 70s to the 90s.
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LightSup (Estimated release date Q1 2025)
A couch-action beat'em up co-op game for 1-4 players with rogue-lite elements. Encounter hordes of ferocious monsters crawling from the dungeons and forest. Prepare your weapons, worship the Altar of Lights to illuminate your path, and cleanse the Lumineia Kingdom from the Eclipse and its eternal darkness.
Nightmare Circus (Estimated release date Q2 2026)
Find your friends and escape the nightmare in the award-nominated Nightmare Circus which is an enthralling action-adventure game where you take on the role of a Puppeteer trapped in the Nightmare Realm. Employ an array of tools for creating satisfying collisions to smash, crash, and slam into enemies, obstacles, and danger; create your play style to deal with the many nightmares that roam the land!
Katuba’s Poacher (Estimated release date 2026)
South Korean one-man developer/studio, where Joe Yu shows off his exceptional talent. Katuba’s Poacher is a boss-rush cartoon action challenge, with a subtle blend of roguelite, action and ‘arcade boss battles’ elements. You are on a quest to defeat bosses in battles that play out like musical acts, brought to life in a hand-drawn, 2D cartoon fantasy world.
Blades of Mirage (Estimated release date Q4 2026)
A highly epic imaginative isometric RPG set in a Southeast Asian-inspired world. As Mira, use your ability to create water-based weapons and utilize your strongest strategies to defeat the guardians and secure the treasures. Explore ancient ruins scattered across unique islands, confront corrupted, powerful creatures and solve intricate puzzles to secure the ancient relics.
Zozo and the Lost Dreams (Estimated release date 2026)
A light hearted 2D metroidvania platformer about Zozo, a young boy trapped in a dream world. Join Zozo as he explores the bizarre dream world packed with quirky characters, peculiar enemies, funny stories, and surprises that’ll keep you on your toes. With a neat storyline, humorous narratives, and a colourful and vibrant world, this is an indie game with plenty of appeal!
Port of Jumanah (Estimated release date Q3 2026)
A 2.5D action-adventure with rogue-lite elements, Port of Jumanah follows Mansour on a surreal journey beneath the waves. Inspired by the UAE’s pearl diving heritage, the game blends fast-paced combat, whimsical storytelling, and a richly imagined underwater world filled with secrets to uncover.
Samurai Pizza Cats: Blast from the Past! (Estimated release date TBD)
Announced early in the year to wild and enthusiastic feedback. This iconic IP, backed fully by the owners/creators of the original Samurai Pizza Cats TV series! This is one very sought after title! Take control of the Pizza Cats and prevent The Big Cheese from taking over Little Tokyo once and for all in this 2D action-packed adventure. Lots more information will be forthcoming at The Tokyo Games Show!
Silent Planet Elegy of a Dying World (Estimated release date Q/? 2026)
The year is 2997. Steel yourself with your Asimov Plasma Blade and harness the power of the ancient Psionic Disciplines in Silent Planet, an exploration-focused, gothic sci-fi metroidvania rooted in Cosmic Horror - a mix of genres seamlessly conjoined to create a game of mature intrigue! You play as Apranik. Your mission is to travel to the planet Thulcandra in search of a crucial item: the Angel’s Egg. Explore the claustrophobic corridors of a massive underground complex filled with the remnants of technological and biological horrors created by a dead civilization.
Three Eagerly Anticipated ACQUIRE x Red Dunes Games Yet To Be Unveiled…
Monster Eater (TBD)
In a city haunted by urban legends, anomalies lurk in the shadows. To survive, you must hunt them—or be consumed.
Hamrazu:Re (TBD)
A time loop begins aboard a train bound for destiny. Each rewind uncovers new secrets, but the clock is always ticking.
Project Tremor [Codename] (TBD)
When colossal threats rise, the fight to reclaim everyday life begins.
More to come…
These projects mark just the beginning of Red Dunes’ growing partnership with ACQUIRE. Fans are encouraged to watch ACQUIRE’s channels on September 19 for further announcements.
Red Dunes Games will co-develop a slate of original IPs that blend world-class Japanese craftsmanship with bold, global creative vision. Two of the titles will be presented with demos at the show and all three with present trailers of the hotly anticipated games!
Tokyo Game Show 2025 is the biggest event on the gaming calendar, and it’s bursting with major reveals. Come and visit Red Dunes Games and see their exciting list of engaging titles that include a vast array of genres, indie titles, high production development games and joint venture collaborations and IPs. You will come away noting that this publisher/developer is an exciting one to keep tabs on!
===========================================================
About Red Dunes Games
Red Dunes Games is an independent game developer and publisher based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. With a global outlook and deep roots in storytelling, Red Dunes creates and publishes original games that resonate with players across cultures. The company is known for its creativity, production quality, and commitment to working with world-class partners.