The New Denpa Men is coming (back) to iOS and Android, bringing bizarre RPG action to mobile

The quirky creature-collecting RPG, The New Denpa Men, is making a comeback to mobile devices! Initially a 3DS favorite, then ported to the Nintendo Switch, this bizarre title is now set for an iOS and Android release on March 10th. This news, reported by Gematsu, suggests a potential global launch, unlike its initial Japan-only release.

The original New Denpa Men utilized augmented reality (AR) via the 3DS camera, a feature reportedly returning in this mobile iteration. Players collected the titular Denpa Men from the real world using AR and battled them in dungeons.

While not a household name like Mario or Zelda, The Denpa Men franchise boasts a history on Nintendo platforms. Developer Genius Sonority previously released the game on mobile before its Switch remaster. This upcoming release marks a re-release of a mobile game that was later remastered for the Switch – a somewhat convoluted history.

The global launch on the Switch offers hope for a wider release this time around. With Nintendo's recent mobile push, this transition seems timely. The future of The New Denpa Men and its potential global reach remains exciting. We'll keep an eye on this and other developments, especially with the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.