August Celebrates 25th Anniversary in October 2026

Adult visual novel developer August has announced that it will mark its 25th anniversary in October 2026. The company released a formal message thanking fans for their continued support since the studio's founding. August noted that this milestone follows the release of its debut title, Binary Pot, which launched the company's history.
In its statement, August acknowledged the significant changes in the gaming environment over the past quarter-century while affirming that its dedication to creating games remains unchanged. The staff expressed gratitude for the praise and feedback received from users, stating that these contributions have served as a driving force for their growth. The company pledged to continue working hard to deliver works that fans can enjoy, viewing the anniversary as a new starting line. August requested ongoing support from its community as it moves forward into its next chapter.
Translated from Japanese and summarized with AI assistance by the Hentaidude News Desk from the original Japanese report by august_admin at AUGUST and checked by our automated quality rules. Details may change; see the source for the full story. How we translate and summarize
Original Japanese headline at AUGUST: “オーガスト創立25周年のご挨拶”
Key facts
- Anniversary Date
- October 2026
- Debut Title
- Binary Pot
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- #Anniversary
- #Binary Pot
- #Visual Novel
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