From Kyoto to the World: VR RPG 'Knights of Fiona' to Exhibit at BitSummit PUNCH

CharacterBank Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture; Representative Director: Hiroto Mikami), which plans, develops, and operates XR games including VR/AR, announced that its currently-in-development VR multiplayer action RPG 'Knights of Fiona' will be exhibited at BitSummit PUNCH, Japan's largest indie game festival, to be held at Miyakomesse in Kyoto from May 22 (Friday) to 24 (Sunday), 2026.

At the venue, visitors will be able to experience a demo version of the game.

Booth Number: B05 (1st Floor)

CharacterBank staff will be stationed at the booth throughout the event to guide visitors through the demo and answer questions about the game. For media representatives, individual demo and interview opportunities will also be available.

For interview requests, please contact: ▶ https://character-bank.com/contact

About BitSummit PUNCH BitSummit is Japan's largest indie game festival, held annually in Kyoto. Established in 2012 by the Japan Independent Games Association (JIGA), it recorded over 58,000 visitors in 2025. It has steadily increased its presence as a place connecting indie game developers, players, and industry professionals from Japan and abroad. The theme for 2026 is 'High Impact'.

Official Website: https://bitsummit.org

Date and Time: May 22 (Fri) - 24 (Sun), 10:00 - 17:00

From Kyoto to the World – A Local Studio Challenges New Frontiers in VR RPGs CharacterBank was established in Kyoto in 2019 and has been involved in planning and developing XR content, including the VR action RPG 'RUINSMAGUS'. The VR multiplayer action RPG 'Knights of Fiona' is the culmination of all their knowledge and experience, an ambitious work that fuses the spirit of Kyoto craftsmanship with cutting-edge VR technology.

What is 'Knights of Fiona'? The game is set in 'Gallia'. Players become 'Knights of Oath' to Fiona, a priestess who vows never to give up, and embark on a grand adventure in co-op play with up to three party members. Authentic VR action combat with various weapons such as swords, bows, and magic staffs, story experiences with unique NPCs, and a meticulously crafted world where players can explore every corner of the townscapes of Gallia await.

Nobuyuki Ogasawara Joins for English Localization For the localization of this title, we have welcomed Mr. Nobuyuki Ogasawara, who boasts a global track record with the early 'Pokémon' series. His many years of experience and witty translation style are an indispensable piece in expressing the world of Gallia. This project embodies our uncompromising stance of delivering the same level of emotion to the English-speaking world as the Japanese version.

Support from Japan and Overseas Through Crowdfunding From January 2026, this title conducted crowdfunding on Kickstarter and CAMFIRE, receiving significant support totaling over 6 million yen and over 500 supporters from both Japan and overseas. The received support will be utilized for expanding in-game content.

Product Overview Title: 'Knights of Fiona' Release Period: Scheduled for 2026

Official HP: https://knights-of-fiona.com Genre: Online Multiplayer Action RPG Players: Up to 3 Planned Compatible Devices: Meta Quest / Steam VR Supported Languages: Japanese / English

Company Profile Official HP: https://character-bank.com Official X: https://x.com/character_bank Official Discord: https://discord.com/invite/zUpx9tGmV7 Established: March 2019 Representative: Representative Director Hiroto Mikami Location: 199 Kanshaden-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture Business Content: Planning, development, and operation of XR games.