We’re thrilled to announce that Esper Game Studio is coming to Game Market Spring on May 23-24!
Find us in AREA 46!
(Funny story: The official map has us listed with the overseas exhibitors... but we’re actually a local Japanese company based right in Tokyo! 😂)
Stay tuned for our lineup!
🚨 Final Call! The JISOGI 1.5 Pledge Manager closes tomorrow, April 15 (18:00 JST).
You must provide your address and pay shipping to receive your game. Search your inbox for "Hive Pledge Manager." You can still add Eldertide or sleeves!
Thanks for your support!
🎨 JISOGI Artist Spotlight: Thomas Romain
Honored to feature Thomas Romain, a 20-year anime veteran (MAPPA, Bones). He brings incredible prestige and classic style to our final game piece. A joy to collaborate with!
Pre-order JISOGI 1.5 on Hive Pledge Manager until April 15.
JISOGI fans! The Pledge Manager for JISOGI 1.5 closes April 15th. Please ensure your pledge is finalized before shipping starts.
Not a backer? Pre-orders are still open for the game, the Upgrade Pack, Eldertide, and more.
Link: www.hiveinteractive.net/projects/jis...
A real board for the same price? In this economy?! 🤯
Instead of a sticker, every Upgrade Pack now includes a new, physical Action board at no extra cost. We’re absorbing the price to give you the best quality!
Details in Kickstarter Update #7. Link in bio to shop on Hive!
The Eldertide rulebook is officially available to read on our website!
www.esper.games/support
Kickstarter Backers: Check Update #10 for some exciting news! We’ll be sharing those details here as well over the next few days, so stay tuned!
#Eldertide #Boardgames #Kickstarter
🎨 JISOGI Artist Introduction: Sushizawa (@19701125s )
Sushizawa is an artist known for his unique touch and ability to express a distinctive atmosphere. We are thrilled to collaborate with him on JISOGI’s theme cards, capturing the originality to the fullest!
JISOGI 1.5 Pledge manager is open!
The final JISOGI 1.5 rulebook is here! 📘
Find it now on our website, BGG, and Tabletop Simulator. (The physical copies are officially at the factory!)
Japanese version & Upgrade Pack news coming soon. Thanks for your support!
🎨 JISOGI Artist Spotlight: Inagaki Ivan (@inagakiivan)
We’re thrilled to reintroduce guest artist Inagaki Ivan! He created the "Spirit School" Trend card, bringing it to life with incredible character designs and color.
JISOGI 1.5 & the Upgrade Pack are now on Hive Pledge Manager!
🚨JISOGI 1.5 Pledge Manager is LIVE!
Backers: Finalize shipping & add copies, the Upgrade Pack, ELDERTIDE, or card sleeves to your order.
Newcomers? Late pledges are open for the game and all add-ons!
Check it out:
www.hiveinteractive.net/projects/jis...
Is the board game about running an anime studio worth playing?
"Jisogi: Anime Studio Tycoon", is a board game about running your oxn anime studio, but does it actually deliver on this promise, or is this yet another abstract efficiency puzzle with a fancy coat of paint? And, perhaps most…
Beating the solo scenario in Jisogi Anime Studio Tycoon (again! 🏆). There is something so satisfying about balancing the budget and producing a hit series without the studio collapsing. An I absolutely love this game.
#BoardGames #SoloBoardGaming #AnimeStudioTycoon #Tabletop
Jisogi: Anime Studio Tycoon from Good Games Publishing.
One of the best games I discovered at #GAMAExpo2026
To celebrate JISOGI 1.5 Kickstarter last month, we’ve put together a recap of some of our favorite 2025 reviews from the YouTube creators who loved the game as much as we do!🫶
Kickstarter campaign is closed, but Late Pledges are open on Hive! (Link in bio)
Missed our BGG dev blog about JISOGI's creation?
We’ve added the full story to our website!
www.esper.games/blog/designe...
JISOGI 1.5 is now live for pre-order on the Hive Late Pledges. Upgrade packs are also available!
👉 Link in bio to pre-order.
🎨 JISOGI Artist Spotlight: Kenji Loo
Meet our 2nd guest artist! Kenji’s mysterious sci-fi characters are legendary. He crushed the "Detective Sci-Fi" card—the results are mind-blowing! 💥
JISOGI 1.5 & Upgrade Packs are available now on Hive Late Pledge!
⚠️ Action Required: ELDERTIDE Backers!
The Hive Pledge Manager closes March 10 at 6 PM Japan Time. You must finalize your shipping address and payment by then to receive your game!
Check your spam for the Hive invite if you haven’t seen it. Thanks for the support!
JISOGI 1.5 + Upgrade Pack Late Pledges are OPEN on Hive!
www.hiveinteractive.net/projects/jis...
Missed the Kickstarter? Pre-order now!
• Late Pledge: ¥8500 ≈ $54 ≈ €46
• Upgrade Pack: Same price!
Pledge Manager opens next week for shipping/add-ons (including Sleeves!).
JISOGI 1.5: Campaign Complete! 🎉
Huge thanks to everyone! This was our biggest Kickstarter yet, and we’re floored by your support.❤️🔥
The Pledge Manager on Hive will open in a few hours! Watch your inbox to finalize your order or add extra copies.
Thank you!!!!
Only 1 day left for JISOGI: Anime Studio Tycoon 1.5!
Pre-order 1.5, the Upgrade Pack, or add Eldertide to your pledge before it's too late.
We’ve surpassed 2,700 backers for the first time! Thank you all!
The campaign closes March 5 at 7:30 PM JST.
Get it here: www.kickstarter.com/projects/esp...
Only 2 days left for the JISOGI 1.5 Kickstarter! Get the game at a discount, grab the Upgrade Pack, or add Eldertide to your pledge.
We hit 2,000+ backers for the first time—thank you! (2500 now!!!)
Campaign closes March 5th at 7:30 PM Japan Time. Check the link in bio to join us!
We’re entering the final days of JISOGI 1.5 Kickstarter campaign!
This is your last chance to get the game at a discounted price. If you already own the Founders Edition, you can pre-order the 1.5 Upgrade Pack to play with the new rules!
Campaign ends on March 5th at 7:30 PM JST. Link in bio!
New video out showcasing the 1.5 Update version of JISOGI from @esperbgs.bsky.social, introducing the new changes.
Its reprint campaign has less than a week left on kickstarter. This is an incredibly thematic worker placement #boardgame with the most beautiful art ✨
youtu.be/rPKba4HTaKY?...
Thank you for the great review!
Thank you!!
A huge thank you! The JISOGI 1.5 Kickstarter is nearly over, and it’s officially our most successful project yet.
As a small indie studio, every game is a massive mountain to climb. Your support keeps us going, and we can’t wait for what’s next! We couldn't do it without you. 🙏
Final week for JISOGI: Anime Studio Tycoon 1.5 on Kickstarter!
See the new rules & components in this timelapse. Get Edition 1.5, the Upgrade Pack for Founders, or add Eldertide to your pledge!
Link in bio to secure your copy before March 5th!
#JISOGI #boardgames #kickstarter
Thank you!!
🎨JISOGI Artist Intro: 憂（Yuu） (@yuu_arcadiaart)
Our 3rd guest artist brings breathtaking detail and a unique fantasy atmosphere to JISOGI! ✨ Her work captures an ethereal world we knew was perfect for our cards.
Which anime does her style remind you of? 😄
#jisogi #anime #boardgame #kickstarter
🌊 ELDERTIDE UPDATE! 🌊
We’ve fused the player and score boards for a sleeker setup and redesigned the box! (More details in Update #9 on the Kickstarter page)
To perfect these components and finish extra playtesting, delivery is shifting back 1-2 months.
Thanks for your support and patience!
