[TGS2025 Report] A must-see for those who will be there! Business Day 1 Flash Report: Crowding, Strategy and “Ready to Play” Hole Information

Introduction: Tokyo Game Show 2025: “Just Hurry to Popular Booths”!

Today, I attended the first day of Business Day 1 of Tokyo Game Show 2025 (TGS2025).

You are thinking, “Game shows are crowded” or “I’ll give up trying out games! This year’s TGS is different. Here is a quick report on how to get around the show efficiently andhow crowded it really is, not only on the Business Day but also on the General Public Days (27th and 28th).

Especially if you are planning to go this weekend but are not sure if you will be able to touch the popular titles…, please read this article to get the most out of TGS!

Key points of the article (for those who are going)

1. Be the first to secure a “numbered ticket” for popular booths.
2. The waiting time itself is around one hour because of the numbered ticket system.
3. The trend at this year’s TGS is the evolution of everyone becoming a distributor.

1. congestion and efficient strategies for TGS2025

The first day of the Business Day was relatively smooth at the TGS site, except for the popular booths, and many of the test stands were in a stress-free state.
But on the general day, it is better to hurry anyway!

Note: On the general day, we lined up at 9:00 a.m. and were able to enter the venue at 11:00 a.m., which is amazingly crowded.

Tips for waiting and capturing the main feature title

The main attractions at this year’s event will be the ” Resident Evil: Requiem” and ” SILENT HILL f” related titles, which will also have large booths.

If you are looking for SILENT HILL f, which has been a hot topic on SNS, please visit the Konami Digital Entertainment area in HALL 5!

TGS 2025: The Iron Rules of Strategy

1. When you enter, go to the back first!: Popular booths (mainly Capcom and Konami) are often concentrated in the halls near the entrance, so you will be the first to line up for numbered tickets and test stands.
2. Turn in reverse order: Once you have secured a popular booth, you can efficiently cover many booths by going against the flow of people and returning from the back hall toward the entrance.

2. behind-the-scenes information unique to the Business Day: you may be able to meet celebrities!

Although the Business Day was mostly business meetings, we often saw game distributors and industry celebrities.

On the general public days (Saturday and Sunday), there will be many splendid guests whose appearances have been announced in advance.

If you check the official stage schedule in advance, you may be able to meet your guess creators and influencers!

TGS2025 Report on TGS2025 Titles to Watch

CAPCOM Booth – HALL 8

The largest and most overwhelming presence in the venue!

The variety of titles to try out is impressive:

• Monster Hunter Wilds
• New characters in Street Fighter 6
• PRAGMATA” (scheduled for release in 2026)
• Resident Evil: Requiem
• The Meteor Megaman Perfect Collection
• Onimusha Way of the Sword” (scheduled for release in 2026)

All the titles are popular, so you must come early!

KONAMI Booth – HALL 5

The gap between festive mood and horror is a hot topic!

Fair-style “Momotaro Dentetsu 2” area:

• A fun corner imitating a festive fair invites smiles from visitors.
• Momotaro and the god of poverty greeted the guests, which was very popular.
• Momotaro Dentetsu 2: Your Town Must Be There – Eastern Japan + Western Japan

A world of horror for a change:

• Sakiko-like” in “SILENT HILL f” makes many players tremble.
• Experiential Mystery Solving “Exhibition of Remnants” Provides Deeper Horror Experience
• The drop in tension is an interesting topic of conversation among visitors.

Other Notable Exhibits:

• METAL GEAR SOLID Δ: SNAKE EATER
• Professional Baseball Spirits A

Level-5 Booth – HALL 3

I can’t wait to play Inaile..!

A full range of test stands:

• Numerous test stands for “Professor Layton and the New World of Steam” will be available.
• Plenty of opportunities to try out “Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road of Heroes” as well.

Visitor Services:

• Excellent fan service with a full range of novelties.
• Many photo spots are available for commemorative photos.

Square Enix Booth – HALL 3

A special space to experience a legend!

The appeal of the HD-2D version of Dracula:

• Visitors marveled at the beautiful graphics of the HD-2D version of “Dragon Quest I & II”.
• Experience nostalgia and newness at the same time with the HD-2D version of “Dragon Quest III: And to the Legend…

Experiential content on the topic:

• The experience of actually riding the fat chocobo of “FINAL FANTASY XIV” is very popular.
• A rare opportunity to feel like you’re on a mount in a game.
• The space where you can become “Cloud, Mercenary of Midgar,” a “Magic the Gathering” collaboration, is also a hot topic.

Upcoming Events::Gorgeous character meet and greets andspecial stages will be held on public open house days. Complete photos and novelties are available!

🔥 The Next Trend? Hot New Social Games

Infinity ANANTA” – NetEase Games

A very popular trial experience at TGS 2025!

Experience report at TGS venue:

• Trial will be in two parts to ensure ample play time.
• In “Story Mode,” experience a battle with the Kurokanegumi and a powerful car chase.
• Tuffy’s Segway bike, with “free exploration mode” to change characters, is the talk of the town.
• Visitors marveled at the fine specifications of the radio function for switching background music.
• Long lines already formed from the business day, demonstrating the high popularity of the event.

This was the first large scale trial exhibition after the announcement of the official name of this work, which was talked about as the former Project Mugen!
The announcement of the no-gacha system was a big topic of conversation!

Various novelties will be awarded for achieving the conditions!

NTE: Neverness to Everness” – Perfect World Games (HALL 5)

The mobile version of the event, which was shown for the first time in Japan, caused a stir at the venue!

There are many TGS2025 exclusive projects:

• Hetero-City Hanging Out in TGS2025″ stamp rally is underway.
• Backgammon experience at the “Scarborough City Light Show” with a chance to win!
• Assorted acrylic stands & tagged catsuits are the jackpot prizes!
• Costumed patrol rats provide sudden traffic safety education (becoming a hallmark of the venue).

The reputation of the trial experience:

• Visitors were surprised to see the mobile version running more lightly than expected.
• Super packed despite being a business day.
• Word of mouth is spreading about the spectacular view from the skyscraper.

📸 Recommended booths for cosplayers & companions photography

NetEase Games “Reverse Water Cold (Sword Of Justice)”

Many cosplayers performed on a huge set that looked like a royal palace .

Level Infinite “Goddess of Victory: NIKKE

The real gacha that won all the attention last year can be experienced again this year! However, you need a numbered ticket to take a picture, so don’t delay!

3. the excitement of TGS that colors the venue! Booth Staging and Latest Trends

This year’s TGS stood out not only for the games that visitors could try out, but also for the booth presentations that stimulated all five senses.

Large photo-worthy exhibit and cosplay

Many booths display giant objects and sets that faithfully reproduce the world of the games, and can be enjoyed as photo opportunities.

In particular, the amount of effort put into the appearance of the booths is at an all-time high, with performances featuring famous cosplayers, stuffed animals dressed as game characters, giant balloons, and more. Come and capture some great memories in your photos.

The trend is toward an era in which “anyone can be a distributor.

What I strongly felt at this year’s TGS was that equipment and software designed for “distribution” were heavily promoted, in addition to game consoles and software.

• PC equipment floor: Equipment for VTubers and high-performance controllers for distribution stand out.
• Technological innovation: There has been a remarkable evolution in VR/AR technology,driving simulators, and other games that offer a highly immersive experience.

We were able to experience the shift in the entire game industry from an era in which ” anyone can play a game ” to one in which ” anyone can distribute that game.

4. practical information: eating, drinking, resting, checking signal conditions

Practical information will also be given to help you cope with the heat and make your stay more comfortable.

The eating, drinking, and rest areas are holes!

• Food and Beverage Area: The first business day was relatively empty. Perhaps due to the heat, the kitchen cars and food court are not that crowded. However, since many of the menu offerings were similar, there would not be much difference no matter which area you chose.
• Rest areas: There are many available rest areas, but they are mainly outdoors. It is hot, so hydrate frequently.
• Smoking space: Large space was available, and we did not have to wait in line to use it smoothly.

Radio wave and mobile battery

Signal conditions inside the venue are not bad, but there will be many opportunities to use your phone for taking pictures and gathering information.

• Mobile batteries are a must: If you are going to be touring the venue all day, playing around, and taking pictures, bring your own mobile batteries.

Summary: TGS2025 should focus on “experience”!

Tokyo Game Show 2025 has a very wide variety of booths where you can actually touch and experience everything from very popular titles to indies.

If you are planning to go to the Open House, please refer to this article to secure numbered tickets for popular booths first, and try to visit them efficiently.

This is not just an “exhibition” but an event where you can experience the future and excitement of gaming. Go and enjoy the best gaming experience!

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