Desktop Mate Pom Pom Purin DLC Celebrates Winning 1st Place in the 2026 Sanrio Character Grand Prix with Limited-Time 20% Off Sale

INFINITE LOOP Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Sapporo, Hokkaido; President and CEO: Masahiro Ono) is pleased to announce a limited-time 20% discount on the Desktop Mate Pom Pom Purin DLC, in celebration of Pom Pom Purin's 1st-place win in the "2026 Sanrio Character Grand Prix," announced on Sunday, June 28, 2026.

The sale will run for two weeks, from Monday, June 29, 2026, at 12:00 PM to Monday, July 13, 2026, at 12:00 PM (JST).

Pom Pom Purin Claims 1st Place in the 2026 Sanrio Character Grand Prix

The Sanrio Character Grand Prix is an annual popularity poll for Sanrio characters that has been held since 1986. The 2026 edition marked its 41st year, featuring 90 characters selected from over 450 Sanrio characters.

The final results were announced on Sunday, June 28, at "Sanrio Festival 2026 in Minatomirai," held at Pacifico Yokohama, where Pom Pom Purin triumphantly claimed 1st place. 2026 also marks the 30th anniversary of Pom Pom Purin's debut, making this victory a doubly joyful occasion.

Desktop Mate is celebrating this achievement with a special sale, offering fans a great opportunity to enjoy Pom Pom Purin on their desktops.

PV Video Now Available

A promotional video showcasing Pom Pom Purin in action on your desktop is now available. Watch and enjoy her charming everyday gestures and unique special animations. The video also features other Sanrio characters available on Desktop Mate.

YouTube: https://youtu.be/4LqfparG09I

Desktop Mate Pom Pom Purin DLC

Pom Pom Purin is a male Golden Retriever puppy known for his signature brown beret. He's laid-back and easygoing, with "going out" as his favorite phrase and "being left alone" as his least favorite. His hobby is collecting shoes, and his dream is to grow even bigger. Now, this adorable, relaxed pup is coming to your desktop.

This DLC features a variety of charming, sleepy behaviors unique to Pom Pom Purin, including dozing off while sitting, bouncy movements when standing, occasional winks, and playful tumbles.

Pom Pom Purin Image

About Desktop Mate

Stay with your favorite character anytime, anywhere. Desktop Mate is a desktop mascot platform that adds a touch of fun to your everyday desktop experience.

Welcome your favorite characters to your desktop, where they can sit in your windows, play with your mouse, or even tell you the time. Officially licensed, high-quality 3D characters make your daily desktop experience a little more special.

All features are carefully designed not to interfere with your work, ensuring comfortable use even over long periods. New DLCs featuring popular characters are being released regularly.

Product Information

Product Name: Desktop Mate Pom Pom Purin DLC

Sale Period: June 29, 2026 (Mon) 12:00 PM (JST) to July 13, 2026 (Mon) 12:00 PM (JST)

Sale Price: Regular price 2,200 yen (incl. tax) → 1,760 yen (incl. tax) (20% off)

Supported OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit), macOS Tahoe 26 or later

Supported Languages: Japanese, English

Distribution Platform: Steam

Steam URLs

Desktop Mate: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3301060/Desktop_Mate/

Desktop Mate Pom Pom Purin DLC: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4145030/

Official Website: https://infiniteloop.co.jp/desktopmate/

Official X Account: https://x.com/desktop_mate

System Requirements

Windows

Memory: 8GB RAM or more

Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U / AMD Ryzen 3 3300U or higher

Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 730 / Radeon VEGA 8 or higher

Storage: 500MB available space

* A GPU or CPU with integrated GPU is required for operation

Mac (Open Beta)

Supported OS: macOS Tahoe 26 or later

Memory: 8GB RAM or more

Processor: Apple A18 Pro chip / Apple M1 chip or higher

Storage: 500MB available space

* Apple Silicon is required for operation (Intel processors not supported)

Inquiries and Company Information

Company Name: INFINITE LOOP Co., Ltd.

Address: Sapporo Factory 1-jo-kan, 1-1-1 Kitahachi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido

Representative: President and CEO Masahiro Ono

URL: https://infiniteloop.co.jp/

About INFINITE LOOP

INFINITE LOOP is a systems development company headquartered in Sapporo, Hokkaido, and Sendai, Miyagi. The company develops games, smartphone apps, VR/AR/MR applications, and web systems. Founded in Sapporo in 2007, it operates nationwide with a base in Tokyo. Its corporate philosophy, "Running solo at the rear of the cutting edge," reflects its commitment to pioneering advanced technologies through creative ideas that leave competitors behind. The company also focuses on nurturing engineering talent, offering specialized training in information technology and programming, and supporting the growth of young engineers.

For inquiries regarding this announcement, please contact [email protected].

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