Medabots Survivor brings the classic role-playing franchise to the bullet heaven genre

Medabot Survivors: Bullet-Hell Action for Medabots Fans, But Only in Japan (For Now)

Medabot Survivors, a new bullet-hell action game based on the popular Japanese robot RPG series, is launching in Japan on February 10th for iOS and Android. For those unfamiliar, Medabots enjoyed a surge in popularity following Pokémon's success, though it never achieved the same global recognition in the West. However, in Japan, Medabots remains a significant franchise.

This new mobile title, as reported by Gematsu, sees the franchise venturing into the popular "Survivors-like" genre. While the game's release is currently exclusive to Japan, its success could potentially lead to a wider international launch. Many excellent Japanese games unfortunately never reach Western audiences.

A Look at the "Survivors" Genre

The "Survivors" genre, exemplified by Vampire Survivors, has exploded in popularity. Medabot Survivors' entry into this genre is noteworthy, showcasing its expansion globally. The game's Japanese release provides a glimpse into the vibrant gaming landscape often unseen outside of Japan.

While Western players will miss out for now, the hope is that Medabot Survivors' potential success will convince developers to bring it to international markets. In the meantime, check out our "Ahead of the Game" feature exploring Cat Restaurant for another engaging mobile gaming experience.