Console Archives: Ishin no Arashi is a simulator developed by Koei, released 16 April 2026 on Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5.
What Console Archives: Ishin no Arashi is
Console Archives: Ishin no Arashi is a simulator game developed by Koei and released in 2026. It was published by Hamster Corporation. It is available on Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5.
The premise, in the publisher's words
"Ishin no Arashi" was released by Koei in 1990 for an 8-bit home console. Step into the role of a Bakumatsu-era patriot in this historical simulation game, where you engage in fierce debates with feudal lords and key figures across Japan to win them over to your ideology and lead the nation toward a new dawn. Experience the thrill of moving history not just with swordsmanship, but through intellect and passion! Prevail in the clash of opposing ideals and survive the chaotic upheaval of the shogunate's final days!
How it plays
It is a single-player game with no multiplayer component.
What it launched against
Console Archives: Ishin no Arashi launched on 16 April 2026, within three weeks of Pragmata, Replaced, Saros and Mouse: P.I. For Hire. It arrived 6 years into the PlayStation 5's life, so it was built for hardware developers already knew well.
Released around the same time: Pragmata, Replaced, Saros, Mouse: P.I. For Hire.
Official trailer
Sourced from the publisher’s YouTube channel.
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