Starbites Announced for Western Release in 2026

Developer Ikina Games has partnered with publisher NIS America to launch Starbites in the west in early 2026 for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Switch, and PC via Steam. In Japan, this sci-fi RPG is due to come out on October 16th.

The western release will have a limited edition, with preorders now available at the NIS Store for $89.99 USD.

Preview the announcement trailer below:

Ikina Games is a South Korean studio that has also worked on WitchSpring3 Re:Fine – The Story of Eirudy, Order Zero, All of Us Are Dead, The Ramsey, and more. Starbites first made its debut as ‘The Starbites: Taste of Desert’ at last year’s Tokyo Game Show.

Starbites Overview

Bitter — A planet once known as a refuge for astral wanderers and pioneers.

Today, the star is riddled with the refuse left behind by interstellar warfare, leaving entire landmasses barren and uninhabitable.

With few options for settling elsewhere, much of Bitter’s remaining population–criminals, fugitives, and troublemakers–have gathered in the planet’s only city: Delight.

Among the city’s many residents is Lukida, a young woman determined to break free from Bitter and its sandy wastelands once and for all.

However, in following her desire to reach the stars, she’ll uncover secrets about the planet that have the potential to change her life forever…

Key Features

Do Battle Against Raiders and Robots Alike

Fight foes who stand in your way in thrilling turn-based combat!

By using your mech to your advantage, you’ll be able to bring enemies to their knees in no time

Tailor Characters to Suit Your Playstyle

Customize your mechs and choose how to build their stats!

Join in an epic space-age adventure

Follow Lukida and her allies on their journey to reach the stars–and uncover the mysteries left behind by an interstellar conflict in the process!

Explore the deserts of Bitter, a lawless planet littered with space debris as far as the eye can see

Use your mech to navigate the arid landscape with ease, and discover the treasures hidden in the planet’s many nooks and crannies.

Screenshots

Limited Edition

Starbites launches in the west in 2026 for PS5, Switch 2, Switch, and PC via Steam. Stick with us here at RPGFan for more RPG updates coming your way!