NTT Solmare, the Osaka-based digital entertainment company, has released a new ARG (Alternate Reality Game) title called Poker Dolls. The game is free to play and weaves a story through clues hidden across websites and social media platforms, pulling players deeper into the narrative as they investigate.
What Is Poker Dolls?
Poker Dolls is a free online mystery puzzle game featuring a cast of brilliant young women named after poker terms. The experience incorporates ARG elements, meaning players explore real-world web pages and social media accounts to uncover the story — and gradually find themselves drawn into the fiction itself.
The game begins with a note article written by a girl named Riri, which serves as a request to investigate a certain homepage.
- Note article: https://note.com/ririna_note/n/n3cccca1315e5
A newly published official poker game website contains several unusual details upon closer inspection. A story introduction PV is also available on YouTube.
- Poker Dolls official site: https://www.pokerdolls.net/ja
- Official X: https://x.com/PokerDolls_info
- Official YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PokerDolls_info
Story
Crown Eden — the world's premier poker resort.
The guests invited are the Royal Dolls: graceful yet razor-sharp poker prodigies.
"Where am I...?"
The girls awaken in an unfamiliar place. Confused, they are confronted by a massive screen that makes an announcement:
A poker battle is about to begin.
We promise to grant one wish to the doll who emerges victorious in this tournament.
What awaits them is a life-or-death poker game. Losers face a brutal punishment — a Bad Beat. In this arbitrary world, the girls engage in a battle of wits and psychology.
Who will be the last one standing? Place your bets.
Characters
Poker Name: Raise (CV: Yuka Hiiragi)
Bright and easy to get along with, she is a rising star in the poker world — known for her bold play backed by incredible luck and her striking looks.
"If you're teaming up with me, no hesitation! It's do or die!"
Poker Name: Check (CV: Aoi Yuki)
Cautious by nature, she speaks little and rarely asserts herself. She waits silently for her moment.
"Passive? Waiting for the right moment is a perfectly valid strategy."
Poker Name: Chip
Openly driven by a desire for wealth. She can come across as a bit of a show-off, but her flexible thinking often surprises those around her with unexpected strategies.
"I'm your lucky charm! So how about a 90/10 split in my favor? No? Aww, come on!"
Poker Name: Ante
A model student type with impeccable conduct — yet somehow prone to fumbling at critical moments, despite her beauty.
"It's only right to fulfill your responsibilities before placing a bet. I'll go first."
Poker Name: Fold
Always appearing a little unsure of herself, she speaks in a soft voice. She gives off a slightly otherworldly impression, befitting her refined upbringing.
"Um... excuse me... I think... it might be best to fold here..."
Future Plans
The project plans to deliver a range of entertainment experiences centered on the mysterious story of these poker prodigies. For the latest updates, check the official X account.
- Official X: https://x.com/PokerDolls_info
