Kakao Games Corp. (CEO: Han Sang-woo) announced on February 3rd (Tuesday) that global pre-registration has begun for "SMiniz," a new casual puzzle game utilizing the IP (intellectual property) of SM Entertainment (co-CEOs: Jang Cheol-hyuk, Tak Young-joon).
Global pre-registration for "SMiniz" began on January 26th (Monday) on the App Store and Google Play Store, and is available in various countries including Japan, Korea, Taiwan, North America, and Europe.
All users who participate in pre-registration will receive in-game items that can be used after the release.
Additionally, the official website for "SMiniz" is now open. Users can access the official site to participate in pre-registration and check detailed information about the game.
"SMiniz" is a mobile casual game where players can enjoy match-3 puzzles together with small characters called "Miniz," modeled after SM Entertainment artists. In the global CBT (Closed Beta Test) conducted last December, the game received positive feedback for its "fun and easy-to-play puzzle gameplay" combined with diverse content utilizing SM Entertainment's IP, including:
▲ Photo card collection reflecting fandom culture
▲ "Top Loaders" and "Oshi Activity Zone" that can be decorated according to personal preferences
▲ Costumes recreating the actual activity concepts of artists
"SMiniz" is currently being prepared with the goal of an official service launch in Q1 2026. This title targets a global fan base, with Kakao Games responsible for global publishing and service, METABORA handling development, and SM Entertainment providing the IP.
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"SMiniz" Official Site / Pre-registration Page: https://sminiz.kakaogames.com/ja/
About Kakao Games Corp.
Kakao Games Corp. (https://www.kakaogamescorp.com/)
Kakao Games (CEO: Han Sang-woo) is a game company under the Korean IT company Kakao, offering various game titles for mobile and PC.
Since its KOSDAQ listing in 2020, the company has covered a wide range of genres from casual to hardcore, including "Odin: Valhalla Rising," "ArcheAge War," and "Uma Musume Pretty Derby."
The company continues to expand into various markets through synergies with subsidiaries including Lionheart Studio, XLGAMES, Ocean Drive Studio, and METABORA (casual games and blockchain development using Kakao Friends IP).
