Publisher and developer Shueisha Games has unveiled their latest creation, the “casual non-verbal social deduction action game” VIVA NOBOTS. Set to launch on PC via Steam in spring 2026, the game will support both English and Japanese languages. An open beta playtest is scheduled from December 12 to 18, offering players a sneak peek into this intriguing new title.
Game Overview
About
VIVA NOBOTS invites players into a world of treasure-hunting stealth action, where they take on the role of humans disguised as excavation robots (NPCs) to infiltrate ancient ruins. As a NOBOT—a treasure hunter in disguise—your mission is to amass wealth and climb the wanted rankings. The challenge lies in the art of deception: can you pilfer the treasure without revealing your true identity?
Players can enter and exit the ruins at will, but caution is key, as rival players may be lurking in the shadows. The thrill of the hunt intensifies as you dig for treasure while blending in with the bots. Should you encounter another player, you have the option to expose them and claim their loot!
Key Features
- Steal Steal Steal Steal Steal – Blend seamlessly with excavation robots and snatch treasures hidden within ancient ruins. When three symbols align, treasure emerges—timing your dig is crucial while keeping an eye on your competitors. The rarer the treasure, the greater the buffs and points!
- Expose Expose Expose Expose – If you spot a suspicious player, utilize the Doubt Gun to unveil their true identity! Exposing rivals allows you to steal their treasures and earn bonus bounty rewards. However, be cautious—shooting a genuine NPC will have consequences!
- Escape Escape Escape Escape – Even after securing the treasure, your journey isn’t over until you make your escape. If your identity is compromised by rivals or security bots, they may snatch your hard-earned loot! Successfully identifying all three rivals grants you the chance for a daring escape via the “Victory Lap”—no exit required!
Open Beta Update
- A new humanoid security bot, the “Android,” has been introduced!
- Hit the mega-jackpot with the “GODPOT” and strike it rich!
- Collect map pieces and venture towards the golden ruins, “Gol Dorado”!
Future Update Plans
- Cooperative / VS Mode
- Change avatar type
For those eager to catch a glimpse of the gameplay, trailers and highlights are available:
Gameplay Highlights
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Opening Movie
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