SANGOKUSHI BOND, a new deck-building roguelite army battle game created by Get Wrapped Up Inc. and its lead game creator Yasuhiro Nishiyama, is set to launch on Steam in summer 2026. The title strips away action inputs, reflex-based mechanics, and pay-to-win elements entirely, focusing instead on pure strategic thinking. Priced at 800 yen (tax included, one-time purchase), the game aims to be accessible to all players regardless of budget.
Official PV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vdnNh79_8JI
Game Overview Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AETOV4WX0p4
Game Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | SANGOKUSHI BOND (http://sangokushi-bond.com/) |
| Genre | Deck-Building Roguelite Army Battle |
| Players | 1–2 (online multiplayer supported) |
| Platform | PC (Steam / Windows) |
| Match Duration | Approximately 10 minutes |
| Number of Generals | 100+ (additional updates planned) |
| Price | 800 yen (tax included, Japan Steam price) |
| Release | Summer 2026 |
| Steam Playtest / Steam Page | May 22 (Fri), 12:00 PM – May 26 (Tue), 6:00 PM, 2026 / https://store.steampowered.com/app/4375230/BOND/ |
| Developer / Publisher | Get Wrapped Up Inc. |
About the Game
SANGOKUSHI BOND is a deck-building roguelite army battle game in which players command Three Kingdoms generals in strategic warfare. The game eliminates action controls, reflexes, and pay-to-win mechanics entirely. At 800 yen (tax included) as a one-time purchase, every player competes on a completely level playing field.
Players work alongside a strategist to recruit generals offered at random through a draft system, build formations on the battlefield, and try to read the opponent's strategy. Each match lasts approximately 10 minutes, with outcomes decided purely by thinking — not luck. Wins and losses always have a reason, making it a deeply intellectual competitive experience.
6 Key Features
[1] A "Complete Draft System" That Generates a New Strategy Every Match
Fixed "template lineups" and optimized builds from strategy guides have no place here. The fully randomized draft — in which players select generals from a different set each match — guarantees a unique strategy every time. Reading the best general for the situation and adapting to a constantly shifting battlefield is what the game demands.
[2] Form the Ultimate "BOND" Across History
The combination of generals recruited during a match can dramatically alter the course of battle. By recognizing affinities and skills between generals, players can trigger powerful synergies called "BONDs." Building a dream team that ignores history and unleashing unexpected combos to flip the board is the heart of the experience.
[3] 100+ Fully Original General Illustrations
Over 100 generals featuring fully original artwork drawn by talented illustrators are included, with more to be added through updates. Striking, high-energy visuals bring the battles of the Three Kingdoms era to vivid life.
[4] Zero Action Elements — Pure Strategic Competition on Equal Footing
Combat requires no complex controls and offers no pay-to-win upgrades. Every player competes under exactly the same conditions in a game of pure strategy. The goal is to master placement, formations, and skill timing to command a great army.
[5] Two Competitive Modes — "Synchronous" and "Asynchronous" — Each Resolved in 10 Minutes
The game features two modes: a "Synchronous" mode for real-time matchups and an "Asynchronous" mode for challenging opponents' formations at your own pace. There is no lengthy grinding or level-up requirements — every match delivers a dense strategic experience within 10 minutes.
[6] Compete with Players Worldwide
An SNS community for connecting players and official tournaments are also planned. Global matchmaking targeting Japan, Asia, and English-speaking regions will let players from around the world test their strategies against one another.
Screenshots
General Card Designs
Cao Cao
Zhang Chunhua
Liu Bei
Sun Jian
Zhang Jue
Steam and Global Rollout
SANGOKUSHI BOND will be available on Steam in Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and English, with the game targeting markets in Japan, Asia, and the West simultaneously.
Steam Playtest and BitSummit PUNCH
BitSummit PUNCH Exhibition
SANGOKUSHI BOND will be playable at BitSummit PUNCH, held May 22–24, 2026 at Kyoto City Kangyokan Miyakomesse (9-1 Okazaki Seishouji-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto). Visitors can find the booth at Exhibition Hall 3F under "Get Wrapped Up Inc."
Steam Playtest
A Steam Playtest runs from May 22 (Fri), 12:00 PM to May 26 (Tue), 6:00 PM, 2026, giving online players a chance to try the game before its official launch.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | BitSummit PUNCH |
| Dates | May 22 (Fri) – May 24 (Sun), 2026 |
| Venue | Kyoto City Kangyokan Miyakomesse (9-1 Okazaki Seishouji-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto) |
| Event Website | https://bitsummit.org/submission-faq-jpn/ |
| Steam Playtest | May 22 (Fri), 12:00 PM – May 26 (Tue), 6:00 PM, 2026 |
Official SNS: X: https://x.com/sangokushi_bond / YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sangokushi_bond
