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Manjuu and Yostar are developing Azur Promilia, an open-world RPG that completed its first closed beta test in July 2026. The studio is known for Azur Lane, and the new game blends action combat, creature collection, and life simulation.

Synthesized from 3 Yomimono stories · updated Jul 16

Manjuu, the studio behind Azur Lane, is working with Yostar on Azur Promilia, an open-world RPG that entered its first closed beta test in July 2026. The CBT ran from July 2 to July 10 on PC and Android, with applications opening in June. The test gave players a first look at a game that combines action combat with creature collection and farming simulation, a deliberate expansion beyond the studio's ship-girl roots.

The preview published after the CBT highlights the game's unapologetic fan service, with character designs described as ranging from 'small' to 'large' muchi muchi. Combat is action-based with a monster companion system, parries, dodges, and a Stance Break mechanic. Players befriend creatures called Kibo through a Star Link mechanic that requires reducing enemy HP without defeating them. Over 180 Kibo were available in the CBT, and a Kibo Fight mode plays like a card game. The game also includes a farm building system, crafting, fishing, and a photo mode.

The full game is planned for Windows, iOS, and Android as a free-to-play title. The protagonist is a Star Visitor with amnesia, accompanied by a companion named Symphoria and a fairy named Lumie. The preview notes that the visual emphasis may distract from storytelling, but the game's character-driven appeal remains central to the developers' signature style.

Key facts

Closed beta test dates
July 2-10, 2026
CBT platforms
PC and Android
Full game platforms
Windows, iOS, and Android
Business model
Free-to-play
Creature type
Kibo, befriended via Star Link mechanic
Number of Kibo in CBT
Over 180
Combat features
Action-based with parries, dodges, Just Evades, Evade Counters, and Stance Break
Protagonist and companions
Star Visitor with amnesia, accompanied by Symphoria and Lumie

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Jul 16

Azur Promilia CBT Preview: Muchi Muchi Fantasy RPG from Azur Lane Team

The first CBT for Azur Promilia, the new RPG from the Azur Lane team Manjuu and Yostar, ran July 2-10. The preview highlights the game's unapologetic fan service, with characters ranging from 'small' to 'large' muchi muchi. Combat is action-based with a monster companion system, while a farming mode offers a slower pace. The review notes the game's visual emphasis may distract from storytelling.

Jul 6

Manjuu And Yostar Open Azure Promilia CBT With Open-World RPG

Manjuu and Yostar, the team behind Azur Lane, began a closed beta test for their new open-world RPG Azure Promilia on July 2, 2026. The CBT runs for nine days through July 10 on PC, with the full game planned for Windows, iOS, and Android as a free-to-play title. Players explore the continent of Promilia, befriend creatures called Kibo through a Star Link mechanic that requires reducing enemy HP without defeating them, and use them in battle and on a farm. The combat system includes parries, dodges, Just Evades, Evade Counters, and Stance Break mechanics that double damage on staggered enemies. The game features a three-person party system with switchable characters, each with unique attack actions and skills. Over 180 Kibo were available in the CBT, with a Kibo Fight mode that plays like a card game. The beta also includes a farm building system, crafting for weapons and armor, fishing, and a photo mode. The protagonist is a Star Visitor with amnesia, and the story involves a companion named Symphoria and a fairy named Lumie.

Jun 1

Azur Promilia Closed Beta Test Applications Open

Yostar and Manjuu Games have opened applications for the closed beta test of their upcoming RPG Azur Promilia. The test runs July 2-10 on Android and PC, with applications accepted through June 25. A lottery will select participants if demand exceeds capacity.