The Science Adventure series’ Steins;Gate celebrated its 15th anniversary at the highly anticipated One World event, treating fans to a slate of announcements that expand the beloved universe. The event featured a mix of upcoming releases, special projects, and future plans for the franchise, captivating both new and veteran fans alike. Here’s a breakdown of what’s on the horizon for Steins;Gate.
Steins;Gate Reboot
One of the event’s standout announcements was Steins;Gate Re:Boot, an upcoming remake of the original visual novel. Re:Boot promises updated graphics and additional story content, revitalizing the classic experience with a fresh visual approach. The remake will feature character designs by the original artist, huke, widely recognized for his work on Black Rock Shooter, ensuring a nostalgic yet polished look. While Re:Boot is scheduled for a Japanese release next year, platforms have not yet been announced.
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Steins;Gate Live Action Series
Fans eager for live-action adaptations will be pleased to hear that the Skydance produced Steins;Gate live-action series is still in the works. In an interview with CBR, series producer Tatsuya Matsubara confirmed that production is ongoing, though specific details about the adaptation remain under wraps. When asked about the series, Matsubara shared:
“All I can say is, yes, it is still in production, but I can’t reveal any details at this time.”
The adaptation is expected to bring the iconic characters and thrilling narrative twists of Steins;Gate to a new medium, drawing on the suspense and science-fiction elements that have become its hallmark.
Steins;Gate Thematic Sequel
During the same interview with CBR, Matsubara also provided insights on a thematic sequel announced four years ago, which remains in active development. He hinted that the new game concept is in the works, with plans to translate it into a fully developed scenario. He shared:
“In the immediate future, the game is coming to Crunchyroll Vault, which is very exciting for a new audience to be able to experience it… there is a sequel to which we are putting the concepts together right now.”
This news aligns with Steins;Gate’s anniversary celebrations, which include live events and additional programming to engage both fans in Japan and a growing global audience.
Looking Ahead
With a remake, a live-action series, and a sequel in development, the future of Steins;Gate promises to be dynamic, expanding the universe in ways that honor the original while reaching new audiences. Fans can look forward to these projects bringing a fresh take on the time-travel classic.
References
- MAGES. GAME CHANNEL. (2024, October 27). ?STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT??????????. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WXchEIP5vIo
- Mehanna, A. A. (2024, October 29). “Steins;gate is coming to Crunchyroll Vault” producer Tatsuya Matsubara celebrates the visual novel’s 15th Anniversary. CBR. https://www.cbr.com/steinsgate-tatsuya-matsubara-interview/
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