Free Trial Version of "Momotetsu World" Available Today! This summer, when the world's attention is focused on the "world", aim to become a flag doctor while playing the game!

Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. has released a free demo version (for Nintendo Switch) of "Momotaro Dentetsu World ~Earth revolves around hope! ～("Momotetsu World") for Nintendo Switch today, July 11, 2024.

Momotetsu World" is a backgammon game set on a spherical map of the Earth, the first in the series, in which players travel around the world to buy and collect properties, aiming to become the number one in total assets. The demo version released today allows users to experience the last year of the "Momotetsu 3-year battle! The demo version, which is available today, allows you to experience the last year of the "Momotetsu 3 Year Battle! If you have not played this game yet, why don't you try the demo version this summer when the "world" is in the spotlight?

In the full version, there will be more information on the flags of countries and regions, as well as the names of places and famous products of the world*.

Play backgammon in "Momotetsu World" and become a flag doctor!

The "Explanation with Magnifying Glass" function allows you to see detailed information on stations and landmarks, and the "Flag Explanation" function is also included.

This work has received a steady stream of positive feedback from educators. Some of the comments are available on the official website, such as, "It deepens my international understanding" and "I can acquire knowledge.

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Game Settings of "Momotetsu World" Trial Version

In the demo version, the last year of the "Momotetsu 3-year battle! The game starts from the scene of a close battle in the third year, the last year of the "Momotetsu 3 Year Battle!

Aim to win the championship by making full use of your money and cards!

Duration: The last year of "Momotetsu 3 Year Battle! The last year of "Momotetsu 3 Year Battle!

Players: President Momotaro (you), Mameoni (COM character), Akani (COM character)

Money in possession: 1 billion yen

Cards: Twin-engine propeller card, Jet card, Hot-air balloon card, Buttobi card, Sword hunting card (only for President Momotaro)

Only President Momotaro (you) can possess the Sword Hunting Card.

The demo version is for one player only. The full version can be played by up to 4 players.

The response from educators has been overwhelming!

The "Momotetsu World" site, with its extensive information on place names, local products, and flags of countries and regions around the world, has been receiving a steady stream of responses from educators, student media, and others. Some of the comments were published today, so check them out!

I hope that both children and teachers will play "Momotetsu World" to deepen their understanding of world geography as well as international understanding.
---Elementary school teacher, male in his 30s

A game that represents Japan" has become "a teaching material that represents Japan!
A perfect learning method for today's age where you can learn by playing. Let's play with the world next time!
---Mr. Hidekazu Masakashira, Edutainment Producer, Momotetsu Educational Edition (currently an elementary school teacher)

Fun and sometimes frustrating ...... for everyone.
If you play in "Momotetsu World", you will acquire knowledge as well as memories.
--- Editor-in-chief of "Asahi Shogakusei Shinbun" and "Asahi Chugakusei Shinbun

When I was a child, "Momotetsu" helped me become familiar with all parts of Japan.
Now I enjoy learning about the geography of the world with my child.
--- Editor-in-Chief of "Junior Era Monthly" and "AERA with Kids+".

Comments are available on the official website!
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Momotaro Dentetsu" series

A national board game that has been enjoyed by people of all ages for about 35 years since the first game appeared for the Family Computer in 1988. Players take on the role of the president of a company and travel around the country buying properties to become the number one in total assets! ～(for Nintendo Switch) was a hit, selling more than 4 million units (as of December 21, 2023), thanks to its popularity as a game that allows people to enjoy spending time at home alone, with family, or online.

Since November 16, 2023, the latest title "Momotaro Dentetsu World: Chikyu wa HOPE de Mawarueteru (The Earth revolves around Hope)," in which users can learn about world geography and history, has also been on sale! ～is also on sale. In "Momotetsu World," the first in the series to feature a spherical map, properties and local specialties from around the world are continuously being introduced. The "Momotetsu World" is full of new elements such as means of transportation and events that are unique to the "World," making it a fresh new experience for both newcomers to "Momotaro Dentetsu" and fans of the series.

Title Information

Momotaro Dentetsu World: The Earth revolves around hope! ～ The Earth revolves around hope!
Manufacturer: KONAMI
Release date: November 16, 2023 (Thursday)
Genre: Board game
Player: 1 to 4 players
Suggested Retail Price: 6,930 yen (Retail Price: 6,300 yen)
Compatibility: Nintendo Switch
Region： Japan

About "Momotaro Dentetsu" series
The "Momotaro Dentetsu" series is a nationally popular board game that has been enjoyed by people of all ages for about 35 years since the first game was released for the Family Computer in 1988. Players take on the role of the president of a railroad company and aim to become the number one in total assets by traveling around the country and purchasing properties! ～(for Nintendo Switch(TM)), which was released in 2020, has been well received as a game that allows players to enjoy spending time at home alone, with family, or online, and has become a hit with cumulative sales of over 3.5 million units (as of March 22, 2022).

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