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Under Tonight's Real Waning Moon - "Tokyo Waning Moon" Launches on Steam

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
TOKYO, JAPAN, November 16 2024,  –  As tonight's waning moon rises over Tokyo, Midnight Cupcakes proudly announces the launch of "Tokyo Waning Moon" on Steam. This high-speed survival action game, featuring intense two-button combat against zombie hordes in nighttime Tokyo, is now available worldwide.

Trailer (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7zC2ZRlp3s0
Steam Store Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2295300/Tokyo_Waning_Moon/

 "Tokyo Waning Moon" is a 2D action game where you stand your ground against zombie hordes attacking from both sides. While the controls are simple with just two buttons, the game offers thrilling battles that test your reflexes and tactical decision-making. Chain your attacks to increase damage, but beware - enemies will speed up too!

Key Features:
- Lightning-fast two-button combat system with directional commands
- Master various combat techniques by combining left and right inputs
- Choose bonus abilities as you level up
- Collect coins to enhance your character with 15 different upgrades
- Unleash 3 devastating flame techniques
- Play comfortably with mouse only, keyboard only, or gamepad

Story and Setting:
Since the unchanging, deceptive full moon began to rise, Tokyo has lost its peaceful nights. Players join Hibana, a Japanese high school student wielding a katana, in her quest to reclaim the waning moon she glimpsed in her youth. The zombies you face are former Tokyo residents - nurses, party girls, hosts, and street musicians.

Game Details:
- Available Now on Steam
- Languages: English, Japanese
- Single Player
- Price: $3.99

Launch Discount:
To celebrate the release, Tokyo Waning Moon will be available at a 10% discount from November 26th to December 9th, 23:59 JST.

About Midnight Cupcakes:
Midnight Cupcakes is the game studio of Tokyo-based solo indie developer Ayumi. Previous works include children's games "Rescue Meow: Fire Truck Mission" and "Sheep Gather" for Panic's Playdate console (available on itch.io). Currently also developing visual novel "Riddle Me Bunny" (Wishlisting on Steam).