AUGUST Inc. Announces Development of Uta Macross Revival Game
AUGUST Inc. revealed on Friday that they are working on a “revival” version of the Macross franchise’s first rhythm game, Uta Macross: Smartphone De Culture. The new game, titled Uta Macross, is set to be released next spring on iOS, Android, and Steam platforms. To aid in the development process, the company will be launching a crowdfunding campaign on the Japanese Campfire site on Thursday.
The English social media accounts of the franchise have hinted that the game will be available in both Japanese and English, exciting fans worldwide.
Uta Macross is a rhythm game that will feature singers and pilots from various Macross series. Players can expect to enjoy classic songs from The Super Dimension Fortress Macross, Macross Plus, Macross 7, Macross Frontier, and Macross Delta. The game will include characters from the respective TV series and theatrical films, along with live performances and artwork.
The crowdfunding campaign aims to raise 30,000,000 yen (approximately US0,000) and will run for 54 days. Funds raised will go towards additional songs, supported platforms, and other content. The game will be rebuilt for Steam, iOS, and Android, with redesigned controls to support mouse and keyboard, as well as offline play.
The standard edition of Uta Macross will offer 50 songs, over 1,000 4-star-or-higher rarity Plate illustrations, more than 20 outfits for each singer, and a free-to-play gacha system for the Plates. DLCs will add remaining songs from the live service version, as well as additional Plates and outfits.
The original Uta Macross: Smartphone De Culture game launched in August 2017 on iOS and Android, after a delay from its initial spring 2017 release. The game concluded its service in June 2022, featuring popular characters like Walkūre from Macross Delta, Sheryl Nome, and Ranka Lee. It was known as the “first super-dimensional rhythm game” in the Macross franchise, showcasing beloved songs from the Macross universe.
Sources: Press release, Uta Macross’ Campfire page