Spike Chunsoft’s Major Sale Ahead of No Sleep Event

Kaname Date won’t be the only one losing sleep over the recent excitement in gaming. Yesterday’s Nintendo Direct highlighted some impressive titles, with one of the standout games being “No Sleep For Kaname Date” from the AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES series. This new addition is set to launch on the Nintendo Switch on July 25th. If you haven’t explored the series yet, Spike Chunsoft is making it easier for newcomers, offering substantial discounts on previous titles during their Publisher Sale. You can grab AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES for just $3.99 on the U.S. Nintendo eShop, while AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES – nirvanA Initiative is available for $8.99. These deals, along with others, will continue until April 11th.

Let’s dive into what makes “No Sleep For Kaname Date” an intriguing release. In this game, you’ll step into the shoes of Kaname Date as he partners with the AI-Ball, Aiba, to unravel a mystery and save Iris, an internet idol trapped in a perilous escape game. This installment brings an exciting new feature, “Escape,” complementing the familiar “Investigation” and “Somnium” modes. In “Escape,” players will navigate through puzzles to break free from confined spaces. By shifting between these gameplay sections, players uncover crucial clues needed to crack the case.

The game boasts contributions from several key figures. Kazuya Yamada from Spike Chunsoft crafted the scenario, with Kotaro Uchikoshi, who previously penned the series, overseeing as director. Fans will also recognize Yusuke Kozaki’s distinctive character designs and the captivating score by Keisuke Ito.

Reflecting on the game, Uchikoshi shared his excitement for the project, expressing his admiration for the development team’s output. He described the escape game element as more than just a puzzle collection, emphasizing its thematic depth balanced with accessibility. According to Uchikoshi, the game serves as a heartfelt tribute from the dedicated team to AI series fans, promising enjoyment for both seasoned and new players alike.

Curious if this game’s your style? With a small investment of $13, you’ve got four months to find out.

For the latest on “No Sleep For Kaname Date,” stay tuned to spike-chunsoft.co.jp/pages/datekaname/en/ and don’t forget to check Pure Nintendo for updates.