Demonschool is officially set to release on September 3, 2025. This tactical RPG blends light horror elements with school life simulation and turn-based strategy, creating a unique gaming experience that has garnered significant attention ahead of its launch. The game will be available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store.
Release Date and Platforms
The long-awaited release date was announced during the Nintendo Indie World Japan showcase and confirms the game’s availability on all major platforms. Demonschool’s wide platform support ensures that players across consoles and PC can enjoy its depth and style.
Gameplay and Story Overview
Demonschool follows newest university student Faye, a demon hunter balancing the life of a college freshman and battles against supernatural threats on a mysterious island. The game combines turn-based tactical combat with social simulation elements, requiring players to manage class schedules, build relationships with up to 15 other characters, and plan combat moves that emphasize positioning and teamwork.
The combat system involves scripting all moves during a planning phase, then executing them simultaneously. Players can rewind and fine-tune their actions before finalizing each turn, adding a strategic layer similar to chess.
Demo and Early Access
A demo of Demonschool is currently available on Steam, allowing players to preview the core tactical mechanics and narrative themes. This early opportunity lets fans experience the blend of light horror, personality-driven storytelling, and tactical strategy that defines the game.
Unique Features and Influences
Inspired by games like Persona and Shin Megami Tensei, as well as Italian horror cinema, Demonschool offers a stylish and atmospheric narrative. Relationship building affects combat and story development while players balance mundane university activities with intense supernatural battles. The game supports multiple languages at launch, broadening its appeal.
Mark your calendar for September 3, 2025, to enter the eerie yet captivating world of Demonschool and experience its innovative mix of strategy, story, and horror!