Kodansha Creators' Lab Titles 'Children's Garden' and 'Mythic Monster' to Exhibit at Steam Next Fest

Kodansha Creators' Lab has announced that its two upcoming titles—the puzzle adventure game 'Children's Garden' and the strategy RPG 'Mythic Monster'—will be featured at Steam Next Fest, starting June 16.

A demo for 'Mythic Monster' became available on Steam today, June 9, while the demo for 'Children's Garden' is slated for release on Steam and itch.io soon.

'Children's Garden' is a puzzle adventure inspired by the Japanese folklore 'Sai no Kawara'. Players must navigate an 'Ethics Correction Program' to earn 'afterlife lifespan' for a child they encounter via a mysterious device.

'Mythic Monster' (Mythic Monster) is a strategy game focused on hack-and-slash mechanics, where players assemble a party of monsters to defeat the Demon King. The battles are automated, placing a heavy emphasis on preparation and strategic planning.

[Product Information] ■ Children's Garden Genre: Sai no Kawara Puzzle ADV Release: Autumn 2026 Platform: Steam

Mythic Monster Genre: Hack-and-Slash Strategy Release: Summer 2026 Platform: Steam