Catherine Hu
If you were hoping to spend the 2025 holidays driving an RV through a Japanese-colonized North America, we have some strategic news. The official release window for Showa American Story has been moved to 2026. Following a major update from developer NEKCOM Games in November 2025, the team has decided to take extra time to polish this “B-movie” masterpiece.
At XMODhub, we believe this delay is a win for players—it means a more stable, “Ketchup-drenched” experience on launch day.
Quick Summary (TL;DR)
- Release Date: 2026 (Specific month TBA)
- Platform: PlayStation 5, PC (Steam)
- Genre: Post-apocalyptic romance RPG, road trip action-adventure
- Developer: NEKCOM Games (China)
- Estimated Price: Likely $39.99 – $49.99 (AA indie RPG standard)
Table of Contents
- Editor’s View: The “B-Movie” Appeal
- The Official 2026 Delay Explained
- Price Prediction: How Much Will It Cost?
- Alternate History: Japan’s “Cultural Colonization” of America
- Gameplay: RV Customization & Living Activities
- Why the 80s B-Movie Aesthetic Matters
- Estimated System Requirements
- How XMOD Will Support Showa American Story
- Optimize Your Entire Library with XMOD
- FAQ
- Conclusion
Editor’s View: The “B-Movie” Appeal
“Camp, Violence, and 80s Nostalgia”
Catherine Hu | Action RPG Specialist and Game Writer at XMOD
“Showa American Story itself embodies the campiness of B-movies. I’d love to go on a road trip in a post-apocalyptic US with a massive weeb for a president. The game contains Blood, Intense Violence, Partial Nudity, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, and Use of Alcohol—this isn’t your sanitized post-apocalypse. As someone who grew up on Grindhouse cinema and Death Proof, the promise of driving an upgradeable RV through zombie-infested Neo Yokohama (formerly Hollywood) while uncovering conspiracy theories is exactly the kind of gonzo action RPG we need.”
The Official 2026 Delay Explained
Showa American Story will launch in 2025 for PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam, with the previously announced PS4 version nixed—until November 2025 changed everything.
Why the delay?
NEKCOM Games executive producer Xy Luo stated: “As we move toward the final stages of development, after careful consideration, we’ve decided to adjust our release plans to ensure the best possible quality”.
December 2025 Update:
The release window has been moved from 2025 to 2026, with the team sincerely apologizing for the delay and appreciating patience from fans worldwide. No specific quarter or month has been announced yet.
Price Prediction: How Much Will It Cost?
While NEKCOM Games has not confirmed pricing, we can estimate based on similar AA indie RPGs:
- Road 96: Launched at $19.99
- Death Road to Canada: Launched at $14.99
- Showa American Story Prediction: $39.99 – $49.99 USD
Why the mid-tier pricing?
The game features customizable RV mechanics, extensive combat systems, mini-games, and a narrative-driven cross-country journey. The scope suggests full AA pricing rather than budget indie rates.
Platform Availability:
The game is confirmed for PS5 and PC via Steam, with no Xbox or Nintendo Switch versions announced.
Alternate History: Japan’s “Cultural Colonization” of America
Showa 66, Japan has bought out most of the United States with its strong economic power. A surge of immigration has firmly planted Japanese culture within the American continent.
The Premise:
Once a global powerhouse, the United States has now become an unofficial colony of Japan, with the two cultures rapidly merging. Two cultures are rapidly amalgamated, although conflicts are inevitable, citizens gradually adapt to a life never imagined as time goes by.
The Catastrophe:
However, a mysterious catastrophic incident changes the world drastically. Chouko, a 19-year-old stuntwoman, arrives in Neo Yokohama (formerly Hollywood) with her sister to audition for a role in a new action movie. But her dreams are shattered when a group of mysterious agents assassinates her and leaves her body in the wilderness.
The Revival:
An unknown amount of time later, Chouko gasps for air as she rises from the soil, her life inexplicably renewed. This sets the stage for her revenge-fueled road trip across post-apocalyptic North America.
Gameplay: RV Customization & Living Activities
Using a big RV as Chouko’s new home, players will be able to customize and upgrade it, as well as enhance Chouko’s status and unlock abilities through various enjoyable “Living Activities” gameplay.
Combat System:
Throughout her journey, Chouko will find a variety of melee weapons, ranged weapons, and some… strange weapons. The new trailer offers an in-depth look at the game’s combat mechanics, characters, storyline, and specific locations.
Resource Management:
All kinds of resources found during exploration and combat, such as new weapons, costumes, collectibles, EXPs, and last but not least, unexpected nostalgic mini-games, feed into the RV upgrade system.
Living Activities:
SAS will take the player back to the 80s, a golden era filled with good old memories, to experience the unique scenery of post-apocalyptic “Showa America”, while exploring stories of people and survivors of different backgrounds.
Why the 80s B-Movie Aesthetic Matters
SHOWA AMERICAN STORY is a brand new RPG and an enthusiastic love letter to the 80s’ pop culture that features a strong taste of B-Movies.
Visual Style:
Drawing inspiration from 1980s pop culture, this post-apocalyptic adventure follows a teenage girl thrust into a world overrun by zombies, monsters, and human survivors.
Tone & Atmosphere:
The game features Dark Humor, Retro styling, Story Rich narrative, Motorbike chases, Sci-fi elements, Comedy, and Drama. This blend of tones echoes cult classics like Death Proof and Planet Terror.
Boss Characters:
The trailer introduces a new boss character, Shogun, one of several antagonists players will face during Chouko’s journey.
Estimated System Requirements
With next-gen PS5 exclusivity and detailed open-world environments, hardware demands will be moderate:
Predicted Specs:
- OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
- RAM: 16 GB minimum (32 GB recommended for 4K)
- GPU: RTX 2060 / RX 5700 XT minimum for 1080p High
- Storage: SSD Recommended (likely 50-60GB)
- DirectX: DirectX 12
How XMOD Will Support Showa American Story
Players can enhance Chouko’s status and unlock abilities through Living Activities gameplay.
When Showa American Story launches in 2026, XMOD will be ready with Day 1 Trainer support:
XMOD will provide full trainer support upon the game’s official release, ensuring compatibility and stability from day one.
Infinite Resources: Unlimited crafting materials for RV upgrades and weapon customization without repetitive scavenging.
EXP Multiplier: Accelerate Chouko’s ability unlocks and skill progression for experimenting with different playstyles.
Health & Stamina: God mode options for players focused on narrative and exploration over combat difficulty.
Weapon Unlocks: Instant access to all melee, ranged, and “strange” weapons for build variety.
Mini-Game Automation: Auto-complete nostalgic mini-games for players wanting streamlined progression.
Optimize Your Entire Library with XMOD
While you wait for 2026, XMOD supports the action RPG hits you’re likely playing right now:
Yakuza: Like a Dragon: Skip the job grind and unlock all abilities instantly.
Persona 5 Royal: Infinite money and instant social link progression.
NieR: Automata: God mode and instant upgrade materials for experimentation.
Stop downloading separate trainers for every action RPG. Get XMOD and manage your entire library in one place.
FAQ
Q: Is there an exact release date?
A: NEKCOM Entertainment has decided to push back the release to an unspecified date in 2026. No specific quarter or month has been announced.
Q: Will it come to Xbox or Nintendo Switch?
A: Currently confirmed only for PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam. No Xbox or Switch versions announced.
Q: Is it on Game Pass or PS Plus?
A: Showa American Story has not been announced for Xbox Game Pass or PS Plus.
Q: Who is developing this game?
A: The game comes from Chinese developer Nekcom Games and publisher 2P Games. Before now, Nekcom was known for the bizarre escape room game Dying: Reborn.
Conclusion
Since the reveal of Showa American Story, the enthusiasm from players around the world has inspired the team every step of the way. While the delay to 2026 is disappointing for fans anticipating Q4 2025 release, the commitment to quality suggests the wait will be worthwhile.
This extra time will allow the team to give Showa American Story the level of quality it deserves and ensure it meets the standards they’ve set for themselves. The blend of 80s B-movie camp, alternate history intrigue, and road trip RPG mechanics promises something genuinely unique.
Until launch day, XMOD is here to support your action RPG adventures across Yakuza, Persona, and beyond.
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