The New Year is upon us, and while it’s still the national holiday period in Japan, many gaming companies have lined up New Year’s greetings to celebrate this time of year.
We’ve rounded up several of them below, so check them out!
#HappyNewYear! Mario is celebrating 2020 and the Year of the Rat with his special Hakama outfit! pic.twitter.com/3jTlsZSWBn
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) January 1, 2020
“Hope your 2020 is smashing!”
“How is everyone doing? There are likely those taking a relaxing break, and those still living a busy life. It seems that Grizzco is recruiting for part-time work even this early on New Year’s Day. If you would be so kind, why not join in the first haul of the new year? Please look after us this year as well.”
“Greetings, and Happy New Year. Thanks for always playing the Fire Emblem series. We hope that 2020 will also be a joyous year for everyone. Look forward to Fire Emblem this year as well.”
“We will continue to progress on in order to bring everyone new titles that you can enjoy. Please look after us in the coming year as well.”
“This year is the 60th anniversary of the founding of Sega. Please look after Sega Group in 2020 as well.”
“What a decade it’s been for the western RGG Studio community, and it couldn’t be done without you. Here’s to an exciting 2020!”
SNK
“The NEOGEO brand reaches its 30th anniversary this year.”
“Happy New Year.”
Babylon’s Fall
Momotaro Dentetsu/Akira Sakuma
“Ready to open in the 2nd year of the Reiwa era. Please look after us this year.”
Dynasty Warriors
“On this special year, the Dynasty Warriors series reaches its 20th anniversary. Last year we weren’t able to deliver any new info, but as part of the 20th anniversary plans, we’re preparing to announce new game information. Let’s fire up and enjoy the many projects for the Dynasty Warriors series for the 20th anniversary!”
Monster Rancher
“In 2019, thanks to everyone, we were able to take the first step on the revival of Monster Rancher. Thank you so much. We hope you’ll continue supporting us in 2020 as well.”
Nioh 2
【新年のご挨拶】
明けましておめでとうございます。
木霊たちから新年のお祝いが届いております。2020年は「ニオウ(20)・ニオウ(20)」で『仁王２』の年。『#仁王』『#仁王２』への感想や質問を「#新年2020は仁王２の年」をつけてお寄せください。
今後とも『仁王２』をよろしくお願いします。 pic.twitter.com/FVRGeHuJzo
— 『仁王２』公式アカウント (@nioh_game) December 31, 2019
Groove Coaster
【祝】明けましておめでとうございマウス！今年も夢チュウになって楽しめるグルーヴ体験をお届けして参りマウス！恒例の年賀ドット絵をお楽しみ下さい♪ #グルコス pic.twitter.com/pWEtkDLobK
— グルーヴコースター公式 (@groove_coaster) December 31, 2019
Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles Remastered
“In 2020, we will present an amazing adventure to everyone waiting on the caravan. It will be a slight wait, so please prepare for adventure in the meantime!”
“With the core values of Action, Revolution, and Challenge in mind, we’re developing Guilty Gear Strive with full intent of making this the Year of Guilty Gear!”
“Happy New Year. Please look after us in 2020 as well.”
“What does everyone plan on doing this year?”
“It seems that Hashimoto-san and Iwasaki-sanare both working really hard.”
“Ohh~”
Studio HG
新年明けましておめでとうございます!
Happy New Year!#MetallicChild pic.twitter.com/zhMWRRoOGX— Studio HG (@Studio_HG) January 1, 2020
“Happy New Year. The God Eater series reaches its 10th anniversary on February 4, 2020. Alongside our New Year’s greetings, we have a first look at the anniversary illustration!”
Dragalia Lost
“Happy New Year! Here’s an illustration from the Dragalia Lost art team to celebrate this once-a-year occasion!”
“Happy New Year. For our New Year’s greeting, we present you this stunning illustration! Look after Granblue Fantasy in 2020 as well! Don’t forget to listen to the New Year’s voices available beginning today until January 15 at 4:59am JST!”
“Happy New Year! Kojima Productions was able to release Death Stranding and mark our studio’s 4th anniversary last year. We really can’t thank you enough for your support! We will strive to continue bringing you the best in 2020.”
