Neptunia Riders VS Dogoos western release date set for January 2025

Idea Factory International has announced a western release date for Neptunia Riders VS Dogoos, the Compile Heart-developed racing-action game.

Neptunia Riders VS Dogoos is coming west on January 28th for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5 via digital stores and retail.

The game will be available in two retail versions:

Magazine Edition ($69.99):

  • Physical game
  • Nepbike Magazine Art Book (64 pages)
  • Poster set (5 fold-out posters)
  • Nepbike Sticker Set (28 stickers)
  • Official Soundtrack (10 tracks)
  • Download code for the Neptunia Riders VS Dogoos Costume Set* (1x costume per set for Uzume Neptune, Noire, Blanc, Vert, 15x total)
    * Swimsuit Costume
    * Apocalyptic Costume
    * Race Queen Costume
  • Reversible Cover Sleeve
  • Exclusive Trading Card

Deluxe Edition ($49.99):

  • Digital game
  • Digital Art Book (35 pages)
  • Soundtrack (10 tracks)
  • Neptunia Riders VS Dogoos Costume Set* (1x costume per set for Uzume Neptune, Noire, Blanc, Vert, 15x total)
    * Swimsuit Costume
    * Apocalyptic Costume
    * Race Queen Costume

The Neptunia Riders VS Dogoos Costume Set ($6.99) will also be available as a standalone DLC on launch.

The racing-action game was originally released for Japan back in June 2024 for the same platforms.

Here’s a rundown on the game:

This dimension is different from Gamindustri…

A vast number of distinct Dogoos are appearing and threatening to cover the land.

To escape from this otherworldly realm, a lone rider surveys the mysterious world in search of an exit.

Key Features

  • Dogoo Day Care — Choose from 6 playable characters, scour the land on your trusty bike, and collect as many variants of Dogoos as possible to win! As players progress through 15 Dogoo-filled stages, Uzume must find a way to snap her friends out of their weird fascination with Dogoos!
  • The Dogoo Bounty Hunter — Collecting Dogoos can be a cinch, but stealing Dogoos is a whole ‘notha ball game! Certain characters shine more in close combat, while others excel in long-range attacks. Find the strengths (and weaknesses, of course!) to become a true Dogoo bounty hunter!
  • These Dogoos Do Bike Back — As squishy and adorable as these Dogoos are, some can be quite the menace. Each Dogoo has specific types of behaviors, as well as positive/negative effects when collecting them. By learning the positive and negative effects of the Dogoos, you can use them to your advantage and even throw the nasty ones to your opponent!
  • Stunt Your Bike — Want to show off your ride in the next bike meet? Impress (or scare?) Dogoos by altering the bike’s body, muffler, tires, and other accessories! These customizations can give the Goddesses increased defense, max speed, acceleration, and even maneuverability. These upgrades can ultimately give you the winning edge!