If you’re eager to pre-register for Kaiju no 8 the game, look no further. We’ve got you covered.

Based on Naoya Matsumoto’s widely acclaimed manga, serialized on Shueisha’s Shonen Jump+ since 2020, the anime adaptation of Kaiju no 8 chronicles the heroic endeavors of the Japan Defense Force, an elite organization dedicated to safeguarding the populace from the relentless Kaiju attacks that disrupt everyday life.

The original manga has achieved remarkable success, boasting over 18 million copies in circulation within Japan and amassing over 700 million views on Shonen Jump+ as of April 2025.

Kaiju no 8 main characters Kafka Hibino seen punching a Yonju in season 1 episode 2 as the featured image of ONE Esports article 'Kaiju classification system explained: All types of Kaiju in Kaiju no 8'
Credit: Naoya Matsumoto, Shueisha, Production I.G, ONE Esports
Kaiju classification system explained: All types of Kaiju in Kaiju no 8

The anime’s first season, which aired from April to June 2024, garnered immense popularity, consistently topping daily streaming charts across major Japanese platforms.

A theatrical compilation of the anime’s first season, alongside the special feature Hoshina’s Day Off, was released on March 28, 2025. Fans are currently awaiting the arrival of the highly anticipated second season, officially scheduled to premiere in July 2025.

How to pre-register for Kaiju no 8 the game

The first promotional image of Kaiju no 8 The Game shared after episode 10 of the anime aired
Credit: Akatsuki Games, Toho Games, Production I.G, Naoya Matsumoto

Players who pre-register for Kaiju no 8 the game will gain access to exclusive characters and valuable in-game items upon launch.

The scale of these rewards increase alongside global pre-registration milestones. Surpassing 200,000 pre-registrations will grant players 1,000 Dimensional Crystals, a key in-game currency.

Upon reaching the 500,000 milestone, the coveted playable character, 4-star “Aiming for Greater Heights” Mina Ashiro will be unlocked, with even more exciting characters and items awaiting future milestone achievements.

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As of writing, Kaiju no 8 the game has surpassed 200,000 global pre-registrations. 

Kaiju no 8 the game is a free-to-play title, with optional in-game purchases available. The game caters to a global audience, supporting Japanese, English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean, and French language options.

The planning and production of the game are a collaborative effort between Akatsuki Games Inc., TOHO CO., LTD., and Production I.G, with Akatsuki Games Inc. also handling the development, operation, and publishing.

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