Patlabor the Case Files Game Set to Debut on September 17

## New Patlabor Game Revealed Good Smile Company has started streaming a trailer for Patlabor the Case Files, a new 3D action game based on the Patlabor franchise. The game is set to debut on September 17 for PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. The game will be available in multiple languages, including Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean. International pre-orders are also available. ## Game Story and Features The game's story revolves around the use of Labors, a generic term for robots developed for industrial use. As crimes involving Labors increased, the Metropolitan Police Department established the Special Vehicle Section 2 Patrol Labor Squadron to counter this threat. The game features multiple missions and side missions from both hero and adversary perspectives, with scenes based on the anime. The game will include over 20 Labors, which are robotic mecha piloted by police officers. The developers have credited three members of the franchise's creative unit Headgear for supervising three elements of the game: Yutaka Izubuchi for mechanics, Kazunori Itō for the script, and Akemi Takada for character animation. ## Patlabor Franchise History The Patlabor franchise was originally developed by HEADGEAR, a group consisting of director Mamoru Oshii, script writer Kazunori Itō, mecha designer Yutaka Izubuchi, character designer Akemi Takada, and manga creator Masami Yuuki. The franchise has spawned two original video anime, a television anime series, and three anime films. Maiden Japan has licensed several Patlabor anime titles, including the OVA series and films. A new Patlabor EZY anime project is also in the works, consisting of eight episodes that will debut theatrically as three films in 2027. ## Conclusion Patlabor the Case Files is set to debut on September 17 for PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. The game promises to deliver an exciting experience with its multiple missions, side missions, and over 20 Labors. Fans of the Patlabor franchise are eagerly anticipating the release of this new game, which is sure to bring a fresh perspective to the series.