PROJECT ZIRCON is a dark fantasy deck-building roguelike where you lead a nation against the Calamity Dragon of the Abyss. Read on to learn about its release date, platforms, and announcement history.
PROJECT ZIRCON Release Date and Time
Release Date TBA
PROJECT ZIRCON does not have a confirmed release date yet. The game is currently in development for PC via Steam, with KONAMI serving as both its developer and publisher. Steam wishlist registration is now available.
We'll be sure to update this article when KONAMI announces a release date or release window!
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PROJECT ZIRCON Overview
PROJECT ZIRCON is a dark fantasy deck-building roguelike where players take on the role of a nation's ruler and attempt to survive the return of the Calamity Dragon of the Abyss. The game is structured around five in-game years, with players needing to meet yearly objectives before eventually confronting the dragon.
Each year is divided into Strategy and Administration phases. During the Strategy Phase, players expand their territory and acquire Character Cards and Facilities, while the Administration Phase allows them to deploy their cards and build combinations to earn points. Players can also equip up to three Zirpowers to gain unique advantages.
Different choices and events can lead to multiple endings, with each playthrough offering different strategies and story developments. As players progress, their Player Level unlocks additional Facilities and starting decks.
Is PROJECT ZIRCON on Xbox Game Pass?
No, PROJECT ZIRCON has not been announced for Xbox Game Pass.
Is PROJECT ZIRCON on PS Plus?
No, PROJECT ZIRCON has not been announced for PS Plus.
Is PROJECT ZIRCON on Nintendo Switch Online?
No, PROJECT ZIRCON has not been announced for Nintendo Switch Online.
Announcement History
2026
September 3, 2026 | PROJECT ZIRCON Officially Announced
KONAMI officially unveiled the current PROJECT ZIRCON game during the KONAMI PRESS START livestream. The presentation revealed it as a deck-building roguelike card game, introduced its Strategy and Admin phases, and opened Steam wishlists.
May 28, 2026 | Closed Trial Playtest Recruitment Began
KONAMI opened recruitment for a closed trial playtest of PROJECT ZIRCON: THE GAME, giving players an opportunity to test the roguelike card game being developed through the project.
January 22, 2026 | Trial Version Development Began
KONAMI announced that development of a trial version of PROJECT ZIRCON had begun after the project's official X account surpassed 20,000 followers on December 12, 2025.
2025
September 28, 2025 | Roguelike Card Game Concept Revealed
KONAMI showcased a game image PV at Tokyo Game Show 2025, revealing that PROJECT ZIRCON was taking shape as a roguelike card game based on ideas and feedback from its community.
2024
September 26, 2024 | PROJECT ZIRCON Featured at Tokyo Game Show
PROJECT ZIRCON was featured at Tokyo Game Show 2024 as part of KONAMI's ongoing co-creation project.
May 27, 2024 | NFT Quest and Character Auctions Announced
KONAMI announced new PROJECT ZIRCON activities, including character NFT auctions and an NFT Quest that used generative AI to create quests based on character NFT profiles.
January 9, 2024 | Free PROJECT ZIRCON NFTs Distributed
KONAMI began distributing free NFTs featuring flags representing nations created through the project's community co-creation efforts.
2023
September 21, 2023 | PROJECT ZIRCON Originally Revealed
KONAMI officially unveiled PROJECT ZIRCON at Tokyo Game Show 2023 as a co-creation project that would use blockchain technology and community participation to develop a fantasy world.
September 11, 2023 | PROJECT ZIRCON Teased
KONAMI first announced PROJECT ZIRCON as a new web3 project and revealed that more information would be presented at Tokyo Game Show 2023.
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