Source: Team Tetrapod

Team Tetrapod’s supernatural mystery adventure game, 'Stepper Retro,' will be showcased simultaneously at PlayX4 2026 in South Korea and BitSummit 2026 in Japan.

Supported by the Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA), the developer plans to expand its global user base by offering hands-on demos of the latest version—featuring Japanese voice acting—and running integrated online and offline crowdfunding promotions at both events.

Team Tetrapod will participate in PlayX4 2026, held at KINTEX in Goyang from May 21 to 24, and BitSummit 2026, taking place in Kyoto, Japan, from May 22 to 24. With both events occurring around the same time, the developer aims to target the South Korean and Japanese markets concurrently while strengthening engagement with the core fan base of the 'Stepper' series.

'Stepper Retro' is a mystery adventure game set in a world of supernatural powers where players solve cases by piecing together various documents and clues. Serving as a sequel to the previous title, the game features over 30 hours of scenario content and a document-based deduction system, with a focus on enhancing series quality through character voice acting and improved presentation.

Visitors at both events will be able to preview the demo version featuring voice acting, which is scheduled for release on Steam on May 7. This version includes Japanese voice-overs for 'Act 1,' allowing attendees to experience the game's early flow, where the deduction system and voice presentation are integrated.

Team Tetrapod is currently accepting pre-launch notifications for a crowdfunding campaign celebrating the Stepper series via Tumblbug in Korea, while an idea page for 'Stepper Retro' crowdfunding is live on CAMPFIRE in Japan. It is highly unusual for an indie game developer to conduct simultaneous crowdfunding in both countries; currently, both campaigns have surpassed 480 notification sign-ups.

This project goes beyond simple fundraising; it is an attempt to expand official touchpoints with fans in both Korea and Japan, reflect on the series, and deliver 'Stepper Retro' with a higher level of polish. The development team stated that the funding will support full Korean and Japanese voice dubbing, aiming to enhance both the game's quality and fan communication.

Both events will feature interactive activities linked to the game's crowdfunding campaigns. At the PlayX4 2026 booth, visitors who complete at least two missions—such as following the team on X, adding the game to their Steam wishlist, or providing proof of backing the Stepper series on Tumblbug—will receive an L-holder and a tarpaulin bag.

At BitSummit 2026, visitors who complete at least two missions—following on X, bookmarking the CAMPFIRE project, or providing proof of backing—will receive an L-holder and an acrylic keychain. Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in the crowdfunding campaign at a 5% discount on-site.

Team Tetrapod stated that the Stepper series has grown thanks to the support and interest of fans in Korea and Japan. By participating in both PlayX4 and BitSummit, they hope to connect more closely with users in both markets and complete 'Stepper Retro' to a higher standard alongside the ongoing crowdfunding efforts.

The team added that they will continue to prioritize fans in their development and operations, striving to establish the series as a trusted brand in both Korea and Japan.