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We are pleased to announce the grand prize and each award for the “SHIBA GAME AWARD 2026 SUMMER.”
We received 331 entries from around the world, and from the 31 finalists, 8 titles for the grand prize and each award were selected. Thank you very much to everyone who applied.
SGA2026SUMMER Grand Prize
Who is inside?
Comment from CEO Kato:
It’s a game with a quake attorney-like scenario where you solve a murder case that occurs in a Vtuber agency, and the scenario is very well crafted. The presence of Vtubers who don’t show their faces is well utilized in the story’s progression, allowing you to enjoy it until the very end.
It’s not a fancy or rich game, but the structure that gradually draws you into the story and the game concept designed so anyone can enjoy it is truly wonderful, making it a title I want to support going forward.
SGA2026SUMMER Streamer Award
Kisa / Kisa Award
ANTHEM#9
Comment from Kisa/Kisa:
Above all, the gem battle system is just too fun!!
The stylish design, attractive characters, and game balance were excellent.
Hydrangea Lyla Award
Demon City CHI-BA
Comment from Hydrangea Lyla:
I was deeply moved by the originality of depicting lore as an RPG and the decade-long dedication to creation. This is a work that allows you to rediscover the charm of the local area and offers valuable learning. I felt it also encourages future creators who have yet to take the first step.
Rinne Meguru Sho 1
Little Tree Kingdom
Comment from Rinne Meguru:
Use the cards distributed daily to grow trees.
Not only do you gather resources, but you also prepare for encounters with the enemy that is about to come.
There are disasters, but you overcome them all and complete the mission.
This is a solid work that contrasts with its cute art style, offering a sense of fulfillment and wonderfulness.
Rinne Meguru Award 2
Demon City CHI-BA
Comment from Rinne Megru:
It’s not just about playing, nor just learning.
As a work that combines play and learning, it is very interesting.
I naturally learned language and expression while playing games, and I feel like I can return to my roots back then.
Precisely because of the current world, I want you to send them off.
SGA2026SUMMER Special Jury Award
ARCHETYPE BLUE
Judge’s comment:
Archetype Blue is a deck-building roguelike game where you form a party of four and fight together. Unusually for a game in this genre, the story is well put into the story, making it a highly anticipated work. The pixel art animations are detailed, showing a strong sense of attention to detail and passion.
A game just about fighting
Judge’s comment:
An RPG where a princess fights using only the command ‘fight’ with just one fist. Even though there’s only one command, there are various choices and meta elements, making the game fun with just one idea—it’s amazing.
Lost and Found Co.
Judge’s comment:
As a hidden object game, the artwork is very appealing, with each design carefully crafted. Even at points unrelated to the main story, various gimmicks and reactions are prepared, allowing you to enjoy clicking on different spots.
Sovereign Tower
Judge’s comment:
Sovereign Tower is a simulation game set in medieval fantasy. You hire quirky knights to take on quests and solve various problems, but each knight has their own strengths and dislikes, so it’s very interesting to decide which knight to send for each quest. The characters’ personalities are also attractively crafted, making it a game that draws you in.
You can view the 31 finalist titles here.
https://shibagameaward.com/2026s/thirdscreening.php
The next event is scheduled to be held in February 2027, the “SHIBA GAME AWARD 2027 WINTER.”
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