With the Summer of Gaming and all other events like the PS5 Showcases and the Xbox Series X showcases done, Tokyo Game Show 2020 begins in a new format. Unlike last year where TGS 2019 had a slew of announcements and exhibitions for visitors and media in Japan, the event is online this year. TGS 2020 will have multiple showcases from different publishers detailing their upcoming lineups including some unannounced games from certain developers as has been the norm for each TGS. This year, Capcom will showcase Monster Hunter Rise and Resident Evil 8 as highlights with Koei Tecmo putting the spotlight on Atelier Ryza 2 and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity. Despite this being a Nintendo game, Koei Tecmo publishes it in Japan and will be showcasing gameplay there. Sega will likely reveal plans for the Yakuza franchise and showcase Puyo Puyo Tetris 2 among other games.
A few things to keep in mind: all timings mentioned below are Japan Standard Time (JST) and certain details such as esports plans, games from outside Japan, and more have been omitted and if you want to read those, check out this comprehensive guide from Gematsu. For everything else, here’s what you need to know.
Tokyo Game Show 2020 Online dates
Tokyo Game Show 2020 Online runs from today September 23 until September 27.
Will PS5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S be at TGS 2020?
Microsoft has confirmed that it will not have next-generation news at TGS 2020. Both Sony and Microsoft will have news revealed through games showcased by other publishers like Capcom and Bandai Namco Entertainment. Sony and Microsoft have already revealed plans for Japan’s launches for both consoles. It is going to be interesting to see how many games are revealed for both systems at TGS 2020 Online.
TGS 2020 Online official schedule
September 24
- 20:00 to 20:50 – Opening: Forerunner!TGS 2020 Online (YouTube) – Three official program MCs and TGS 2020 Online official supporter Hajime Syacho will introduce the highlights of the four days event. Featuring Koji Watanabe, Kosuke Hiraiwa, Shouhei Taguchi, Hajime Syacho, and more.
- 21:00 to 21:50 – Xbox Tokyo Game Show Showcase 2020 (YouTube) – The Xbox Tokyo Game Show Showcase is a place where everyone can have fun, featuring messages from Japanese creators, latest news on Microsoft Flight Simulator for PC, a Japanese Minecraft community update, and information on recently announced games.
- 22:00 to 22:50 – Square Enix: NieR TGS 2020 Special Programming: The “We Have a Decent Amount of New Info” Special (YouTube) – The latest information on NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139…, NieR Re[in]carnation, and NieR: Automata. Featuring Yousuke Saito (NieR series producer), Yoko Taro (NieR series creative director), Keiichi Okabe (NieR series composer), Saki Iot9 NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139… director at Toylogic), Daichi Matsukawa (NieR Re[in]carnation director at Applibot), Takahisa Taura (NieR: Automata game designer at PlatinumGames), and MC Hiroki Yasumoto (Grimoire Weiss voice actor in NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139…). (Pre-recorded, subtitled in English.)
September 25
- 18:00 to 18:50 – DMM Games New Title Presentation (YouTube) – Information on games released and to be released from DMM Games, as well as many announcements for titles debuting for the first time at Tokyo Game Show 2020 Online.
- 19:00 – Keynote: The Future Touches Gaming First (YouTube) – As society undergoes major changes due to Covid-19, the possibilities of the game continue to expand, with the release of next-generation consoles and their game titles, and the increase in e-Sports players. On the other hand, the game production process is changing due to the influence of COVID-19. Representatives of four major Japanese publishers talk about the everyday life that games bring. Featuring Katsuhiko Hayashi (Kadokawa Game Linkage), Daisuke Uchiyama (Bandai Namco Studios president and CEO), Jun Takeuchi (Capcom managing executive officer and general manager of R&D Department 1), Hiroshi Tanibuchi (executive director of Powerful Pro Baseball and Professional Baseball Spirits series), and Naoki Hamaguchi (Square Enix manager of Division 1, Creative Business Unit 1, and Final Fantasy VII Remake co-director).
- 20:00 to 20:50 – Sega / Atlus TV (YouTube English, Japanese, Chinese) – Check out Sega / Atlus’ lineup featuring existing and upcoming titles releasing this fall. Don’t miss the special Sega 60th anniversary event and other live stream broadcasts featuring various guest personalities as we bring you the latest information, including an overview of our Tokyo Game Show exhibit.
- 21:00 to 21:50 – GungHo Online Entertainment Tokyo Game Show Official Live Stream (YouTube)
- 22:00 to 22:50 – Capcom Special Program (YouTube English, Japanese, Niconico) – Watch out for the Capcom Special Program, o be live streamed as part of TGS 2020 Online! Reveals and latest game updates are planned for titles such as Resident Evil Village and more!
September 26
- 11:00 to 11:50 – D3 Publisher: Save the Square Earth! Earth Defense Force: World Brothers TGS 2020 Live Stream (YouTube, Niconico) – An introduction to Earth Defense Force: World Brothers.
- 12:00 to 13:50 – Happinet (YouTube) – Happinet plans to release information on a variety of new titles that Happinet will be responsible for selling in Japan. We are planning a variety of programs such as introduction of unreleased information, video clips and gameplay videos.
- 15:00 to 16:50 – Level-5 Special Meeting (YouTube) – Introducing the latest information on Level-5.
- 18:00 to 18:50 – Cygames: TGS 2020 Special Sneak Peek Shadowverse: Champion’s Battle (YouTube, Niconico) – Tune in for a sneak peek at Cygames’ upcoming title, Shadowverse: Champion’s Battle, coming exclusively to Switch. Special guests from the game’s cast will be joining us in bringing you the latest previews and more for this highly anticipated release! Featuring Gakuto Kajiwara (voice actor for Hiiro Ryuugasaki), Yui Ogura (voice actor for Alice Kurobane), and Yuito Kimura (Shadowverse producer).
- 19:00 – Japan Game Awards 2020: Day 1 (YouTube)
- 20:00 to 20:50 – Konami: Edens Zero Game and Anime Live Stream (YouTube English, Japanese) – Not one, but two Edens Zero games are finally in the making! Turn in for details on the Edens Zero games and anime, with special guest Hiro Mashima!
- 21:00 to 21:50 – Koei Tecmo Games: TGS 2020 Special Program: Two Key Titles (YouTube, Niconico) – First half: New trailer and first live gameplay for Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends & the Secret Fairy, as well as other “firsts.” Second half: First live gameplay of Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, as well as all sorts of the latest information such as character introductions by the development team. Featuring MC Ruriko Aoki, Yosuke Hayashi (producer), Masaki Furusawa (producer), and Ryouta Matsushita (director).
- Block 2
- 13:00 to 13:30 – Japan Game Awards 2020: Amateur Division (YouTube)
September 27
- Block 1
- 10:00 – Organizer’s Program: Make a Game with Nintendo Switch & Become a Game Creator! (YouTube) – Petitcon 4 SmileBASIC that you can make and play games with Nintendo Switch is used to make games. Let’s make a game using Petit Computer 4 that can make pictures and sounds as well as programming. How can I become a game creator? There is also a question corner where Hakase can answer your questions! This is a program for children who want to be a game creator, but don’t know what they are doing or what to do. Featuring Takaki Kobayashi (SmileBoom president and CEO) and UI (movie creator).
- 11:00 to 11:50 – Linekong (YouTube) – Introduction to Ys series development history and connections; Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana smartphone game latest information; and give the latest version a try!
- 15:00 to 15:50 – Koei Tecmo Games: Dynasty Warriors 20th Anniversary Live Stream (YouTube, Niconico) – A look back on the series so far, special plans to celebrate the 20th anniversary, the announcement of two new Dynasty Warriors series titles, and more!
- 16:00 to 16:50 – Konami: Momotaro Dentetsu: Showa, Heisei, Reiwa mo Teiban! Yoshimoto Comedians Special Showdown (YouTube) – A live Momotaro Dentetsu: Showa, Heisei, Reiwa mo Teiban! showdown between comedians Tomonori Jinnai, Akira Kawashima (Kirin), and Colocolo Chittychitty Peppers.
- 17:00 to 18:50 – Bandai Namco Entertainment: Sword Art Online and Scarlet Nexus Special Program (YouTube)
- 19:00 – Japan Game Awards 2020: Day 2 (YouTube)
- Block 2
- 13:00 to 15:00 – Japan Game Awards 2020: U18 Division (YouTube)
TGS 2020 Online Bandai Namco schedule
September 27
- 14:10 to 15:00 – Console Games Information Part 1 – Gameplay and the latest information on the recently released Pro Yakyuu Famista 2020 and the November 19-due PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions of Katamari Damacy Reroll.
- 15:10 to 16:15 – Console Games Information Part 2 – Update information on popular console games Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme VS. Maxiboost ON, Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot, Jump Force Deluxe Edition, and Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions.
- 16:20 to 16:50 – Kamen Rider: Memory of Heroez Special Broadcast – A video message from Kamen Rider Zero-One actor Fumiya Takahashi and the latest information on the October 29-due hero chain action game Kamen Rider: Memory of Heroez.
- 17:00 to 17:55 – Sword Art Online Special Broadcast in TGS 2020 Online – The latest game information (Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris and Sword Art Online: Alicization Rising Stel) and the appeal of Sword Art Online itself with a focus on campaign details that tie into the TV anime currently reaching its climax. Featuring special guests Yoshitsugu Matsuoka (Kirito voice actor) and Rina Hidaka (Silica voice actor).
- 17:55 to 18:50 – Scarlet Nexus Special Broadcast – A special broadcast for the new action RPG Scarlet Nexus. An ample introduction to what makes the game shine with Junya Enoki (Yuito Sumeragi voice actor) and Asami Seto (Kasane Randall voice actor).
- 20:00 to 20:50 – Saint Seiya: Zodiac Brave Special Live Stream – An introduction to Saint Seiya and the latest information on Saint Seiya: Zodiac Brave with special guests Yuuji Mitsuya and Takumi Yamazaki. Singer NoB (Nobuo Yamada) will also put on a special concert.
TGS 2020 Online Bandai Namco stream – how to watch
TGS 2020 Bandai Namco live stream – what to expect
Barring updates on previously released games, expect the company to showcase Scarlet Nexus and maybe go into details for the upcoming re-release of Ace Combat 7 and even announce more games for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
TGS 2020 Capcom schedule
September 26
- 21:00 – Opening (Translated)
- 21:05 – Street Fighter V: Champion Edition Presentation (Translated) – New information on Season 5 was recently announced, drumming up even more excitement for Street Fighter V: Champion Edition. Producer Shuhei Matsumoto and Director Takayuki Nakayama will take the stage to deliver the latest information on Dan Hibiki, who will be joining the fight in Season 5.
- 21:50 – Monster Hunter Rise and Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin Presentation (Translated) – Producer Ryozo Tsujimoto and director Yasunori Ichinose will give a world premiere gameplay demonstration of Monster Hunter Rise! They will also provide a look at the world and characters of Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin.
- 22:50 – Monster Hunter Rise and Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin Guest Talk Segment – In the guest talk segment, Monster Hunter fan Maki Goto will make an appearance and talk about the series!
- 23:30 – Additional Information / Ending
September 27
- 21:00 – Opening (Translated)
- 21:05 – Devil May Cry 5 Special Edition Presentation (Translated) – Check out the latest information on the just-announced title, Devil May Cry 5 Special Edition! On this day, we plan to show off actual gameplay from the title! Featuring Matthew Walker (producer), Hideaki Itsuno (director), and Junya Kumabe (main planner).
- 21:30 – Additional Information 1
- 21:40 – Resident Evil Village Presentation (Translated) – In this first segment, we will welcome the development team and bring you the untold stories behind the development of Resident Evil Village and the latest info on the Resident Evil series! Featuring Tsuyoshi Kanda (producer) and Peter Fabiano (producer).
- 22:10 – Resident Evil Village Guest Talk Segment – In this second segment, we will welcome special guest Eiko Kano for a guest talk segment!
- 22:40 – Additional Information / Ending
TGS 2020 Capcom live stream – how to watch
You can watch the Capcom live stream on the official Capcom USA Twitch channel in English or in Japanese on YouTube below:
TGS 2020 Capcom live stream – what to expect
Barring big showcases for Resident Evil 8 Village and Monster Hunter Rise, Capcom will be showcasing Devil May Cry 5 Special Edition and Monster Hunter Stories 2. It will be interesting to see if a new Ace Attorney port or game is announced.
TGS 2020 D3 Publisher schedule
September 26
- 13:40 to 14:25 – A Real Legend Appears!? Earth Defense Force: World Brothers (and a little Earth Defense Force 6) Briefing Vol. 1 – In Earth Defense Force: World Brothers, countless legendary soldiers appear. So for this stream, a game industry legend will also appear! Can they extract information on Earth Defense Force 6? Featuring Takahashi Meijin, Nobuyuki Okajima (D3 Publisher), and MC Setsu (Tsubasa Himeno).
- 14:40 to 15:25 – ASCII Cup: Earth Defense Force 5 Online Game Tournament 2020 – An online game tournament with viewer participation. Participating soldiers, start up your PlayStation 4 or PC and standby. AMD will be providing super luxurious prizes! Featuring Jisatora Hacchi (Weekly ASCII editorial department), Earth Defense Force soldiers, and MC Yuu Miyoshi.
- 15:45 to 16:30 – Maglam Lord Endangered Species Special Talk Show – A special talk show featuring the voice cast of the recently announced Maglam Lord. Learn about each character while checking out the latest game footage! Featuring Ryuichi Kijima, Kaori Nazuka, Hiroki Gotou, Saki Mashiko (D3 Publisher), and MC Yuu Miyoshi.
- 17:05 to 17:40 – Nice to Meet You! Earth Defense Force: World Brothers Official Broadcast – The official Earth Defense Force broadcast, starting once a month with Earth Defense Force: World Brothers this time. Who will be the MC this time around? Stay tuned for the announcement. Presenters to be announced.
- 18:30 to 19:30 – Go To Surprise!? Earth Defense Force: World Brothers (and a little Earth Defense Force 6) Briefing Vol. 2 – An evening Earth Defense Force: World Brothers special featuring voice actor Yuuko Gotou and the Dream Club Performers. There may even be a little surprise! Featuring Yuuko Gotou, Dream Club Performers (Ayaka Nakazono, Mirai Kurosu, Tsubasa Himeno, Haruhi Yanase, Kaduki Ujyo, Haruka Suzuki, and Mariko Aoki), Nobuyuki Okajima (D3 Publisher), and MC Setsu (Tsubasa Himeno).
TGS 2020 D3 Publisher live stream – how to watch
A YouTube link is not available as of this writing. Once a live stream link is available, I’ll add it here.
TGS 2020 D3 Publisher live stream – what to expect
The highlights will no doubt be Earth Defense Force 6 and Earth Defense Force World Brothers with a spotlight on smaller games coming out in future.
TGS 2020 Koei Tecmo schedule
- 12:00 to 12:15 – Opening – Featuring Hisashi Koinuma (Koei Tecmo executive vice president).
- 12:35 to 13:05 – Recruiting Queen Candidates! Angelique Luminarise TGS Special Broadcast – The first new entry in the Angeqlique series in 18 years. An introduction to the charm of the new Guardians, information on the soon to be released drama CD, and more. Presenters to be announced.
- 13:25 to 13:55 – Sengoku? Modern? Harukanaru Toki no Naka de 7 TGS Special Broadcast – An introduction to the charm of the currently available romance visual novel Harukanaru Toki no Naka de 7, as well as its two worlds of sengoku and modern. Featuring Paddy Ryan (Captain Morrow voice actor).
- 14:15 to 14:45 – Uncharted Waters Series 30th Anniversary Reflection and Latest Information – A look back at 30 years of Uncharted Waters with the producer of each title, as well as the series’ latest information. Featuring Hisao Uchida (Uncharted Waters Online producer), Yuuhei Souji (Uncharted Waters V producer), and Daisuke Ogiwara (Uncharted Waters 6 producer).
- 15:00 to 16:15 – Romance of the Three Kingdoms Special Broadcast – The latest information on the December 10-due Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV: Diplomacy and Strategy Expansion Pack Bundle and the currently available smartphone MMO strategy simulation game Romance of the Three Kindoms: Hadou. Featuring Kazuhiro Echigoya (Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV: Diplomacy and Strategy Expansion Pack Bundle producer) and Yukinori Itou (Romance of the Three Kindoms: Hadou producer).
- 16:35 to 17:05 – Hokuto Musou Series 10th Anniversary Smartphone Game Shin Hokuto Musou Mobile Approaches – A new game titled Shin Hokuto Musou Mobile appears on smartphones for the Hokuto Musou series’ 10th anniversary. What evolutions have been made, and does the exhilaration of one-thousand hits remain… Please look forward to it! Featuring Hisashi Koinuma (producer), Naohito Kano (producer), and unannounced guests.
- 17:05 to 17:20 – One-Million Man Winning Post Latest Information – The latest information concerning the game’s ninth anniversary. Featuring Yuuhei Souji (producer).
- 17:20 to 18:00 – Monster Rancher Koei Tecmo LIVE! in TGS 2020 Special Broadcast – The quarterfinals to finals of the Monster Rancher online tournament “2nd Fimba Masters Cup,” plus the latest game information on Monster Rancher 2. Featuring Kazumi Fujita (Monster Rancher brand lead).
- 18:20 to 18:50 – Nioh 2 Special Broadcast at TGS – The latest information on Nioh 2‘s second downloadable content. Featuring Kou Shibusawa (general producer) and Fumihiko Yasuda (producer).
- 19:10 to 20:20 – Dead or Alive Xtreme Venus Vacation Official Broadcast at TGS – The latest information on Dead or Alive Xtreme Venus Vacation, such as the Destiny Child collaboration starting September 29. Featuring MC Sawa Orinaga, Mai Aizawa (Marie Rose voice actor), and Eri Yukimura (Monica voice actor).
- 20:40 to 21:00 – Atelier Ryza 2 Video Premiere! TGS 2020 Gust New Merchandise Introduction Special Broadcast: Even Online, the Gust Shop Office Will Never Die! – An introduction to the latest merchandise with Ai Kakuma and Akira Tsuchia, as well as valuable information you will only get during this broadcast. There is even a video premiere for Atelier Ryza 2. Featuring Ai Kakuma (Surge Concerto series’ Ion voice actor) and Akira Tsuchiya (producer).
TGS 2020 Koei Tecmo live stream – how to watch
The Koei Tecmo live stream can be viewed on Youtube here and here.
TGS 2020 Koei Tecmo live stream – what to expect
Koei Tecmo will showcase Atelier Ryza 2, Hyrule Warriors Age of Calamity, Nioh 2, and more at the event. The company might even announce new projects for PS5 and Xbox Series X.
TGS 2020 Konami schedule
September 26
- 20:00 to 20:50 – Edens Zero Game and Anime Live Stream (YouTube) – Not one, but two Edens Zero games are finally in the making! Turn in for details on the Edens Zero games and anime, with special guest Hiro Mashima!
September 27
- 16:00 to 16:50 – Momotaro Dentetsu: Showa, Heisei, Reiwa mo Teiban! Yoshimoto Comedians Special Showdown (YouTube) – A live Momotaro Dentetsu: Showa, Heisei, Reiwa mo Teiban! showdown between comedians Tomonori Jinnai, Akira Kawashima (Kirin), and Colocolo Chittychitty Peppers.
TGS 2020 Konami live stream – how to watch
You can watch the Konami stream here and here.
TGS 2020 Konami live stream – what to expect
Barring the Edens Zero game, Konami might showcase another remaster or remake like Zone of the Enders.
TGS 2020 Sega Atlus schedule
September 25 (YouTube, Niconico, Periscope)
- 20:00 to 21:00 – Sega Fan Meet-Up 2020: A Sincere Thanks to All Sega Fans (Japanese, Chinese, English) – Sega Group president and CEO Haruki Satomi shares the latest information on entertainment content Sega plans to offer in the future directly with the fans. Featuring MCs Nasu Nakanishi (comedian), Mami Yamashita (voice actor), and Ayana Tsubaki (talent), and presenter Haruki Satomi (Sega Group president and CEO).
- 21:00 to 22:00 – Phantasy Star Online 2: New Genesis Introduction (Japanese, English) – The latest information on Phantasy Star Online 2: New Genesis, the latest entry in the Phantasy Star Online 2 series, including live gameplay. Featuring MC Nasu Nakanishi (comedian), and presenters to be announced.
- 22:00 to 22:40 – Kaiun! Segademo Kanteidan (Japanese, Chinese, Korean) – Sega’s first 60th anniversary event. Valuable Sega treasures appear one after the other. There may even be legendary items delivered from Sega’s storehouse or received from the world’s top stars. Come see the shocking appraisals! Featuring MCs Nasu Nakanishi (comedian) and Ayana Tsubaki (talent), and presenters to be announced.
- 22:40 to 23:300 – Sega Shopping Channel (Japanese) – A Sega 60th anniversary event extra edition. A program introducing official Sega products. With the theme of “classic game consoles,” look forward to tons of information on Genesis / Mega Drive Mini, which is about to celebrate its one-year anniversary; Game Gear Micro, which is due out on October 6; Astro City Mini, which is due in December; a Game Gear 30th anniversary celebration; and more. Featuring MC Mami Yamashita (voice actor) and presenter Yosuke Okunari (classic hardware producer).
- 23:00 to 24:00 – Information Live! Sega / Atlus (Japanese, Chinese, Korean) – An introduction to popular Sega and Atlus titles in one sweep, including Bayonetta & Vanquish 10th Anniversary Bundle, Persona 5 Scramble: The Phantom Strikers, and Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA Mega Mix. Featuring MC Ayana Tsubaki (talent), and presenters to be announced.
September 26 (YouTube 12:00 to 18:00, YouTube 18:00 to 24:00, Niconico, Periscope)
- 11:50 to 12:00 – Opening – An introduction to the day’s lineup. Featuring MCs Nasu Nakanishi (comedian) and Mami Yamashita (voice actor).
- 12:00 to 14:00 – Information Live! Sega / Atlus (Japanese) – Kemono Friends 3, Re:ZERO – Starting Life in Another World: Lost in Memories, and Sonic Station Live! TGS Sonic Speed Edition.
- Kemono Friends 3 – A 30-minute broadcast featuring information on the one-year anniversary campaign and new story developments for Kemono Friends 3 with voice actor unit Hanamaru Animal. There may even be a surprise announcement. Stay tuned! Featuring presenters Fuuka izumi (voice actor), Kanako Yanagihara (voice actor), and Haruka Fushimi (voice actor).
- Re:ZERO – Starting Life in Another World: Lost in Memories – A Tokyo Game Show 2020 Online special broadcast for the Re:ZERO official smartphone game Re:ZERO – Starting Life in Another World: Lost in Memories. Get an introduction to original adventure RPG, which was supervised by Re:ZERO creator Tappei Nagatsuki, plus early information on the first story update and the latest event news. Featuring presenters Yuusuke Kobayashi (voice actor), Yumi Uchiyama (voice actor), and Moe Iori (Emilia official cosplayer).
- Sonic Station Live! TGS Sonic Speed Edition – A TGS 2020 Online edition of Sonic Station Live!, a program that delivers various Sonic-related information. This month’s episode will introduction a new compilation album and the latest merchandise, as well as feature a live painting by Sonic series designer Yui Karasuno. The live painting will start on September 26 at 12:00 JST alongside the start of the “Information Live! Sega / Atlus” broadcast and end during the Sonic Station Live! portion of the broadcast. Featuring presenters Kazuyuki Hoshino (Sonic series creative director) and Jun Senoue (Sonic series sound director), and Yui Karasuno (Sonic series designer).
- 14:00 to 14:40 – Segalt Q (Japanese, Chinese, Korean) – Sega’s second 60th anniversary event. Sega enthusiasts challenge high-difficulty questions about Sega. Featuring MCs Nasu Nakanishi (comedian) and Yurika Tachibana (talent), and presenters to be announced.
- 14:40 to 15:00 – Sega Shopping Channel – A program introducing official Sega and Atlus products. A collaboration between the Sega Store and Atlus D-Shop. Sega Shiro introduces 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, Shin Megami Tensei, Persona 5 Royal, a Jack Frost Phantasy Star Online 2 Sega tote bag project, and more for as long as time permits. Featuring Mami Yamashita (voice actor).
- 15:00 to 17:00 – Sega Partners Express (Japanese) – Bakugan: Champions of Vestroia, Nippon Ichi Software titles, Real-Time Battle Mahjong Online + Ginsei Shogi, Aleste Collection, and Neversong & Pinstripe.
- Nippon Ichi Software Titles – Introductions to Disgaea 6: Defiance of Destiny, Labyrinth of Galleria: Coven of Dusk, and Mad Rat Dead. Featuring presenter Sohei Niikawa (Nippon Ichi Software president and CEO).
- Real-Time Battle Mahjong Online + Ginsei Shogi – Featuring presenter Daiki Iwata (Silver Star Japan) and guest Yoshitaka Hoshino (professional shogi player).
- Aleste Collection – An introduction to the game with new information. Featuring presenters Naoki Horii (M2 president and CEO) and Kazuki Kubota (M2 ShotTriggers director).
- 17:00 to 19:15 – Information Live! Sega Atlus (Japanese) – Pro Soccer Club wo Tsukurou! Road to World, Fist of the North Star: Legends ReVIVE, and 2020’s new developments for Chain Chronicle.
- Pro Soccer Club wo Tsukurou! Road to World – Information on future collaborations with players and events. Featuring presenter Nobuchika Miyazaki (producer).
- Fist of the North Star: Legends ReVIVE – Event and collaboration information in celebration of the game’s one-year anniversary. Featuring presenters Kouhei Iwamoto (producer) and Tomoyuki Fujita (director).
- Chain Chronicle 2020 New Developments Rush – Part 3 climax highlights, new information on Part 4, a follow-up on the collaboration with Isekai Ojisan, and the latest event information. Featuring presenters Jun Matsunaga (general director) and Yousuke Tomomitsu (administrative director), and guest Hikaru Midorikawa (voice actor).
- 19:15 to 20:00 – Sega ni Hamatte Kiite Mita (Japanese, Chinese, Korean) – Sega’s third 60th anniversary event. A passionate discussion on the uniqueness of the Yakuza and Persona series with guests who love each series. Featuring MCs Nasu Nakanishi (comedian) and Mami Yamashita (voice actor), and guests Komazawa Isolation (pro street dancer YouTuber) and Chiaki Matsuzawa (freelance announcer).
- 20:00 to 21:00 – Project Sekai: Colorful Stage! feat. Hatsune Miku Pre-Release News Blast Special (Japanese) – Tons of new information on the September 30-due Project Sekai: Colorful Stage! feat. Hatsune Miku, including songs, just ahead of its official release. Featuring MC Aoi Tatsuse, and guests Yuki Nakashima (voice actor) and Daisuke Hirose (voice actor).
- 21:00 to 22:00 – Puyo Puyo Tetris 2 Live Gameplay – Live gameplay of the December 10-due Puyo Puyo Tetris 2. Plus details on the new “Skill Battle” rule and an exhibition match between top Puyo Puyo Tetris players. Featuring MC Yurika Tachibana (talent), presenters Mizuki Hosoyamada (producer) and Naohiro Hirao (director), and guests Taiyou Amemiya (professional player) and Tomokun (professional player).
- 22:00 to 23:00 – Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne HD Remaster (Japanese) – An information variety program for the upcoming Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne HD Remaster, including fun discussion and live gameplay. Featuring MC Chiaki Matsuzawa (freelance announcer), presenter Kazuyuki Yamai (director), and guests Junya Enoki (voice actor) and Mafia Kajita (freelance writer).
- 23:00 to 24:00 – Uso ka Honto ka Wakaranai Yarisugi Sega Densetsu (Japanese, Chinese, Korean) – Sega’s fourth 60th anniversary event. Whether real or fake, rumors that never come to light continue to exist within Sega… Whether you believe them or not is up to you… Featuring MCs Nasu Nakanishi (comedian), Mami Yamashita (voice actor), and Yurika Tachibana (talent).
September 27 (YouTube, Niconico, Periscope)
- 11:50 to 12:00 – Opening – An introduction to the day’s lineup. Featuring MCs Nasu Nakanishi (comedian) and Mami Yamashita (voice actor).
- 12:00 to 14:00 – Puyo Puyo Championship TGS 2020 Special Tournament: The Big Four Ultimate Match (Japanese) – A special tournament featuring the best four players of the Puyo Puyo Championship Season 3 Stage 1 with a wonderful prize. Come watch heated battles between top professional players. Featuring MCs Ayana Tsubaki (talent) and Yurika Tachibana (talent), commentator Tom (professional player), and professional players Saki, Tomokun, Hiponia, and Rein.
- 14:00 to 15:00 – Information Live! Sega Atlus (Japanese) – Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 – The Official Video Game, Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 and Puyo Puyo!! Quest.
- Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 Games – The latest information on Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 – The Official Video Game and Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020.
- Puyo Puyo!! Quest Corner – The latest information on the 22 million downloads-strong free-to-play smartphone puzzle RPG Puyo Puyo!! Quest. Viewers will receive an in-game item as a gift.
- 15:00 to 16:00 – Sega Nan Desu (Japanese, Chinese, Korean) – Sega’s fifth 60th anniversary event. A mass gathering of Sega hardware and games. Let’s talk Sega with special guest Maple Chogokin. Featuring MC Mami Yamashita (voice actor) and guest Maple Chogokin (comedian).
- 16:00 to 18:00 – Information Live! Sega Atlus (Japanese) – Astro City Mini, Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA Mega Mix, Sakura Wars, and Dx2 Shin Megami Tensei: Liberation.
- Astro City Mini – The latest information on Astro City Mini, including new announcements and live gameplay. Featuring presenters Akira Shimokawa (Sega Toys product planning department senior specialist), Hiroyuki Miyazaki (Japan division: deputy division manager), and Kensaku Nishimura (Sega communication and design department), and guest Fujita (game entertainer).
- Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA Mega Mix – Introducing the uniqueness of the Hatsune Miku-starring rhythm action games Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA Mega Mix and Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA Future Tone. Featuring Mikudayo and Mikunano (Sega feat. Hatsune Miku Project promotional characters).
- Sakura Wars-Related Information Corner – The latest information on Shin Sakura Wars the Stage, music CDs, the new smartphone RPG Sakura Kakumei: Hanasaku Otome-tachi, and other Sakura Wars-related content.
- Dx2 Shin Megami Tensei: Liberation – A mini-lecture featuring Yuuko Kawanishi and the latest information on Dx2 Shin Megami Tensei: Liberation.
- 18:00 to 20:00 – Sega Partners Express (Japanese, Chinese, Korean) – Electronic Arts titles, Yomi wo Saku Hana, Guilty Gear: Strive, Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin, and Maglam Lord.
- Yomi wo Saku Hana
- Guilty Gear: Strive – An introduction to the game plus an announcement related to the new information due out in October. Featuring Riku Ozawa (Arc System Works PR).
- Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin – An introduction to the game with various trailers.
- Maglam Lord – An introduction to the sword creation action RPG Maglam Lord, which will be released in Traditional Chinese and Hangul for Switch. Featuring presenter Saki Mashiko (D3 Publisher PR).
- 20:00 to 21:30 – Sega Nama TGS Special (Japanese, Chinese, Korean) – A Tokyo Game Show 2020 Online special edition of Sega Nama, including the latest information concerning the Yakuza series. Featuring MC Ayana Tsubaki (talent) and presenter Toshihiro Nagoshi (Sega CCO).
- 21:45 to 23:00 – Sega Atlus Music Station: Final – Sega’s sixth 60th anniversary event. From enthusiast talks by the guitarists of Sega and Atlus, to a DJ concert by Tomoya Ohtani with a Sega 60th anniversary setlist, and performances of Sega masterpieces by Takenobu Mitsuyoshi and Persona 5 masterpieces by Lyn. Featuring MCs Nasu Nakanishi (comedian), Mami Yamashita (voice actor), Ayanaa Tsubaki (talent), and Yurika Tachibana (talent), presenters Takenobu Mitsuyoshi (sound creator / vocalist), Hidenori Shoji (Yakuza series composer), Toshiki Konishi (Atlus Sound Team composer), Jun Senoue (Sonic series sound director), and Tomoya Ohtani (Sonic series sound director), and guest Lyn (vocalist).
TGS 2020 Sega Atlus live stream – how to watch
You can watch the Sega and Atlus streams in the links above for each day.
TGS 2020 Sega Atlus live stream – what to expect
Sega will likely announce new details for the Yakuza franchise including updates on Yakuza: Like a Dragon, Yakuza Online, and more. Atlus will reveal more about Shin Megami Tensei III Nocturne HD Remaster and more.
TGS 2020 Square Enix schedule
September 24 (YouTube, Niconico, Twitch)
- 18:00 – All Aboard the Densha de GO!! Hashirou Yamanote Sen Live Stream! – Densha de GO!! Hashirou Yamanote Sen is a new game based on the Densha de GO!! arcade game and focused on the Yamanote Line. Get the first-ever look at live gameplay, VR Mode, and more. Presenters to be announced.
- 22:00 – NieR TGS 2020 Special Programming: The “We Have a Decent Amount of New Info” Special – The latest information on NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139…, NieR Re[in]carnation, and NieR: Automata. Featuring Yousuke Saito (NieR series producer), Yoko Taro (NieR series creative director), Keiichi Okabe (NieR series composer), Saki Iot9 NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139… director at Toylogic), Daichi Matsukawa (NieR Re[in]carnation director at Applibot), Takahisa Taura (NieR: Automata game designer at PlatinumGames), and MC Hiroki Yasumoto (Grimoire Weiss voice actor in NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139…). (Pre-recorded, subtitled in English.)
September 25 (YouTube, Niconico, Twitch)
- 18:30 – Square Enix Music at Tokyo Game Show 2020: Game Sanpo TGS Special: “Vocabulary Lessons for Gamers to Graduate from Saying ‘This Song is Dope! It’s Sick!’ / Final Fantasy x Musical Critic x Pianist” – “Game Sanpo” is a popular YouTube program that dives deep into the world of video games with various specialists. With Ai Takahashi as their guide, music critic Junichi Konuma and pianist Hayato Sumino will talk about the charm of the music from favorites Final Fantasy IX and Final Fantasy X. Can the virtue of music be described in words? Of course it can. Konuma, who has written countless critiques in music magazines, books, and CD leaflets, will share tips on how to express the virtue of music and music performances in words. Featuring Ai Takahashi (singer, model, actress), Junichi Konuma (music critic, poet), and Hayato Sumino (pianist).
- 19:30 – SINoALICE Comic Release Commemoration x Manga UP! Special Live Stream – SINoALICE, the popular game by Yoko Taro, is finally getting a comic adaption. In this live stream, scriptwriter Takuto Aoki and manga artist Himiko will appear as guests and discuss the behind-the-scenes stories and highlights of the SINoALICE comic. Featuring Takuto Aoki (scriptwiter), Himiko (manga artist), and MCs Sameji (sales) and Igarashi (editing).
- 20:15 – Kingdom Hearts: Melody of Memory TGS 2020 Special Show – Kingdom Hearts: Melody of Memory will launch on November 11. The producer and guests will introduce the charm of the first rhythm action game in the Kingdom Hearts series, as well as share behind-the-scenes stories about its production. There may even be a live piano performance… Expect all sorts of content in this stream. Featuring Susumu Imadachi (MC), Ichirou Hazama (Kingdom Hearts: Melody of Memory producer), Tetsuya Nomura (Kingdom Hearts: Melody of Memory director – heavenly voice), Masanobu Suzui (Kingdom Hearts: Melody of Memory co-director), Shinya Kiyozuka (pianist), Yoko Shimomura (composer), and Kasumi Ashizawa (game talent).
- 21:15 – Square Enix Music at Tokyo Game Show 2020: The Game Music World Played by Pianist Shinya Kiyozuka – An entertainment program to discuss “game music” with Shinya Kiyozuka, a popular pianist who attracted the attention of the TV Asahi program Kanjam Kanzen NenSHOW, and game-loving announcer Kosuke Hiraiwa. Featuring Shinya Kiyozuka (pianist) and Kousuke Hiraiwa (MC, announcer).
September 26 (YouTube, Niconico, Twitch)
- 14:45 – Rivals LIVE! Vol. 2 Square Enix Presents at TGS 2020 Online Special! – A program to deliver the latest information on the competitive digital card game Dragon Quest Rivals Ace. Plus the latest operations information. (This program is pre-recorded.) Featuring MC Ayana Tsubaki (talent), Tatsuhiro Futagi (Dragon Quest Rivals producer), and Yusuke Tomita (Dragon Quest Rivals operations producer).
- 16:00 – Chou Dragon Quest X TV Tokyo Game Show 2020 Special – The Tokyo Game Show 2020 edition of the popular Dragon Quest X Online program “Chou Dragon Quest X TV.” Featuring Kouji Aoyama (Dragon Quest X producer), Takashi Anzai (Dragon Quest X director), Saeki YouthK (singer-songwriter), Masashi Sonomura (7th Term Novice Ambassador), Marina Nishii (7th Term Novice Ambassador), and MCs Motohiro Takewaka (Buffalo Gorou) and Ayana Tsubaki (talent).
- 17:30 – SaGa Series TGS 2020 Special Live Stream – The latest information on the SaGa series, with a focus on the three titles Collection of SaGa: Final Fantasy Legend, Romancing SaGa Re;univerSe, and Imperial SaGa Eclipse. Featuring Akitoshi Kawazu (SaGa series general director), Masanori Ichikawa (SaGa series producer), Kazuma Oushuu (Imperial SaGa Eclipse producer), Kenji Ito (composer, Seizan Shimazaki (Akatsuki creative producer and engineer), MC Nobuo (Penguins, comedian) and assistant MC Yui (actress, talent).
- 20:00 – Toji no Miko: Kizamishi Issen no Tomoshibi TGS 2020 Special Live Stream – The official live stream for the smartphone game Toji no Miko: Kizamishi Issen no Tomoshibi, featuring the latest information, variety segments, and more, including the new details on the original video animation. Featuring Himika Akaneya (Mihono Asakura voice actor), Kaede Hondo (Kanami Etou voice actor), and Takanori Shiina (Toji no Miko: Kizamishi Issen no Tomoshibi producer).
- 21:00 – Square Enix Music at Tokyo Game Show 2020: Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles Remastered Edition Release Commemoration ~Starry Night Music Festival at Billboard Live Tokyo – A mini-concert to commemorate the release of Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles Remastered Edition, which is popular for its exotic music. Look back on production of the remaster with composer Kumi Tanioka and theme song vocalist Yae, and enjoy the music of Crystal Chronicles in this quality show. Featuring Kumi Tanioka (composer) and Yaeo (vocalist).
- 22:00 – NieR Staff Talk: The “Mostly No New Information” Special – Incoherent discussion between the staff involved in the NieR series. While it will include some followup information to the September 24 program, it will have mostly no new information. Featuring Yousuke Saito (NieR series producer), Yoko Taro (NieR series creative director), Keiichi Okabe (NieR series composer), Saki Iot9 NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139… director at Toylogic), Daichi Matsukawa (NieR Re[in]carnation director at Applibot), and Takahisa Taura (NieR: Automata game designer at PlatinumGames).
September 27 (YouTube, Niconico, Twitch)
- 12:45 – Starting Today, You’re a Card Gamer! Final Fantasy Trading Card Game ~Novice House~ – Starting today, you’re a card gamer! A lecture on the Final Fantasy Trading Card Game from YouTuber Gabukin. With this program, anyone can become a card gamer! Also look forward to all sorts of new product information.
- 13:30 – Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius Official Live Stream: Between Information TGS 2020 Special – Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius members infiltrate this year’s Tokyo Game Show. The latest information on the game from the studio. Featuring Kei Hirono (Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius producer), Chuuni (Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius official YouTube), and Rie Ishikawa (Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius official YouTube)
- 14:45 – War of the Visions: Final Fantasy Brave Exvius TGS 2020 Special – The official broadcast for the now available iOS and Android game War of the Visions: Final Fantasy Brave Exvius. In addition to the latest information on game content, new plans related to the game’s first year anniversary in November will be announced. Look forward to it! Featuring Kei Hirono (War of the Visions: Final Fantasy Brave Exvius producer), Yuugo Ogura (War of the Visions: Final Fantasy Brave Exvius director), and Nakai Kazuhide (War of the Visions: Final Fantasy Brave Exvius promotion).
- 17:15 – Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai Game Project Fall Special Live Stream – Starting in October, the new anime for Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai will begin. For this live stream, look forward to exclusive news on the competitive card game Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai – Xross Blade for arcade and the exhilarating “great dash” RPG Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai – Tamashii no Kizuna for smartphone. Featuring Ryuutarou Ichimura (Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai game project general producer), Makoto Nakayama (Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai – Xross Blade producer), Takuya Shiomi (Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai – Tamashii no Kizuna producer), and special guest(s) to be announced soon.
- 19:30 – Square Enix Music at Tokyo Game Show 2020: Square Enix Music DJ Mix Show feat. Ram Rider – Square Enix Music goes clubbing!? A DJ performance focused on dance music and chiptunes in collaboration with “Asobi System,” a culture production based in Harajuku and developed in various operations in Japan and overseas that promotes Japanese pop culture. Featuring Ram Rider (DJ).
- 20:30 – Final Fantasy XIV Online: Yoshi-P Sanpo – A program in which Final Fantasy XIV producer and director Naoki Yoshida infiltrates the public world of Final Fantasy XIV and plays with the players. This time featuring Alliance Raid “YoRHa: Dark Apocalypse” guest creators Yousuke Saito and Yoko Taro. Featuring Naoki Yoshida (Final Fantasy XIV producer and director), Yousuke Saitou (NieR series producer), Yoko Taro (Bukkuro president, NieR series director), and Toshio Murouchi (Final Fantasy XIV global community producer)
TGS 2020 Square Enix live stream – how to watch
You can watch the live stream for Square Enix on the links above for each day. We will be covering the important announcements as separate posts.
TGS 2020 Square Enix live stream – what to expect
The NieR Replicant remake and NieR Reincarnation mobile games will be the highlight. Barring that, Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory will have a big showing alongside other Square Enix games on consoles and mobile. Don’t expect new information for Final Fantasy XVI or Bravely Default II at TGS.
Stay tuned for our coverage of all the important announcements and reveals from TGS 2020 Online over the next few days.