TOKYO – March 9, 2026 – OCTOPinbs, a firefighting social deception game is revealed by co-developers tri-Ace, Lasengle, Inc., and publisher Aniplex, ahead of heating up PC via Steam in Q2 2026, as revealed during The MIX today.
No time for mind games, THERE’S A FIRE! Dive straight into a burning building with three to ten brave, octopus firefighters, and douse burning buildings before they burn to ashes.
Amidst the crew of tentacled heroes is a secret squid Artist — a sneaky arsonist who ignites flames purely for the aesthetics. Peek into adjacent rooms to catch them in the act, then send them to the Octojar to reveal their identity. However, beware of the boldest Artists who trade disguise for damage, turning a hide-and-seek hunt into a flame-engulfing PvP showdown.
Extinguish infernos to claim victory for the firefighters, or burn it all down to win as the Artist. If the Artist is exposed, the battle continues until time runs out. The more the Fire Gauge builds while disguised, the stronger the Artist’s attacks become once revealed, so choose the right moment to wreak havoc!
“Social deduction games require strong communication skills and drawn out discussions, but the action-oriented approach to OCTOPinbs makes it truly differentiated and easy for everyone to enjoy its simple formula,” said Aniplex. “Trying to maintain focus amidst the chaos makes every match a special experience, and we have many more gameplay details to share before launch. Stay tuned for more!”
Check out the official trailer, which premiered during The MIX Spring Game Showcase, here!
OCTOPinbs will be available on PC via Steam in Spring 2026, with language support in Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese, Portuguese, German, Korean, Spanish, and French. For more information, join the Discord server, visit the Steam Page, official website, TikTok, and make sure to follow the X (Twitter) account.
About tri-Ace
tri-Ace Inc. is a Japanese video game development studio founded in 1995 by former Wolfteam employees, renowned for creating action-packed RPG series. Based in Tokyo, the company specializes in console and PC software development, with a reputation for deep, complex battle and skill systems.
For more information, please visit the official website here.
About Lasengle
Lasengle, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Aniplex that specializes in planning, developing, and hosting games. Its previous work includes the multi-million download mobile hit Fate/Grand Order, and the 2D action fighting game MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA.
For more information, please visit the official website here.
About Aniplex
Aniplex is a comprehensive entertainment company with a global presence, engaged in a wide range of businesses centered on animation. The company operates in various fields, including the planning and production of anime, film, and music; game development; the release and distribution of physical and digital products; theatrical production and distribution; TV licensing; merchandising and licensing; the design and sale of figures and character goods; the operation of the “Aniplex Online” e-commerce store; and the production of live stage plays and events.
For more information, please visit the official website here.
