KONAMI Announces a Brand-New Action Game, “Rhapsody in Scarlet”! Set in Jazz Age New York, this exhilarating action game features battles using magic and beasts.

Konami Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd. (hereinafter “KONAMI”) has announced “Rhapsody in Scarlet,” a brand-new action game.
Set in 1920s New York, a hub of jazz culture, this all-new title lets players enjoy exhilarating combo action by harnessing magic and beasts.

Announcing the all-new title “Rhapsody in Scarlet”! A magical action game set in 1920s New York, a city vibrant with jazz.

On Friday, September 4, 2026, KONAMI announced the all-new title "Rhapsody in Scarlet"!
Set in 1920s New York, a city vibrant with the sounds of jazz, this magic action game lets players experience exhilarating combos by harnessing magic and beasts.

Players take on the role of Ellie Myers, a young sorceress, as she uncovers the conspiracy of a mysterious, hostile mafia group.
The " Announcement Trailer " showcases the exhilarating action battles created by combos of magic and beasts—and it already looks like a blast.
Why not be among the first to check out footage of the world of this all-new title?

Magic action set in 1920s New York! The appeal of "Rhapsody in Scarlet"

Exhilarating combos of magic and beasts!

In this game, you can enjoy a wide variety of magic-based action by combining magic and Beast techniques—from close-range and long-range attacks to wide-area attacks!
You’ll experience the exhilaration of overwhelming enemies by strategically switching between Beasts depending on the situation.

Set in 1920s New York, a city brimming with jazz

"Rhapsody in Scarlet" is set in 1920s New York during the Jazz Age.
The graphics, packed with meticulous attention to detail —from buildings and cars to people’s clothing—let you experience the cityscape and culture of that era.
Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of 1920s New York accompanied by the sounds of jazz!

The story trailer is now available! A tale of beasts, magic, friendship, and destiny

To coincide with the game’s announcement, the story trailer has also been released!
Set in a New York City where jazz fills the air, the fated tale of these magicians begins to unfold.

Story

New York in the 1920s: a city where jazz fills the air and skyscrapers sparkle.
Behind the glitz and glamour of the city, a secret struggle rages among those who wield magic.

Ellie, a young magician who came to New York—the city she’d always dreamed of—as a jazz singer, meets Ilya, the leader of the elite magician organization “Seekers,” after a certain incident.

The free-spirited Ellie and the earnest Ilya, while clashing repeatedly, deepen their bond as they pursue the mysterious mafia’s conspiracy.
Awaiting them at the end of their journey was the “Battle of Destiny,” which would shake the very balance of the world.

The curtain rises on a story of beasts, magic, friendship, and destiny.

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The main characters of “Rhapsody in Scarlet”! Voice actors revealed

Ellie Myers / Voice: Akari Kito ( @kitoakari_1016 )

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The protagonist of this work, Ellie Myers, comes to New York dreaming of success as a jazz singer.
She is a young sorceress who fights by combining the magical powers of her beast companion, “Skor,” with her own, working in perfect sync with him.
Valuing freedom above all else, she confronts a massive conspiracy that threatens to shake the world—as well as her own destiny—with her unconventional thinking and decisive action, unbound by convention or social status.

Ilya Jones / Voice Actor: Saori Onishi ( @o_nishi_sa_ori_ )

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Ilya Jones is the young leader of the magical organization “Seekers.”
Having received a rigorous education under her father, Harold, the head of the Magic District, she possesses both exceptional skill and a strong sense of responsibility.
Though she values order and often clashes with the free-spirited Ellie, the two gradually come to understand one another as they fight side by side.

A "KONAMI PRESS START" video is now available! The production team discusses the world and appeal of "Rhapsody in Scarlet."

KONAMI will stream “KONAMI PRESS START ” on its official YouTube channel on Friday, September 4, 2026.
In this video, the production team introduces the world and appeal of “Rhapsody in Scarlet.”

A special video for the theme song has also been released!

The stream also featured a special video interweaving a performance of the theme song “Cool/Hot” with in-game footage!
Enjoy the swing-filled sound performed by the jazz band "SOIL & “PIMP” SESSIONS ( @SOILPIMP_JP )" and singer-songwriter Emi Meyer ( @EmiMeyer ).

To celebrate the announcement of "Rhapsody in Scarlet," we’re currently running a social media campaign!

• Campaign Period: September 4 (Fri) – 9 (Wed), 2026, until 11:59 a.m.

To celebrate the announcement of "Rhapsody in Scarlet," we’re holding a giveaway campaign where you can win up to 10,000 yen in "Erabu Pay" every day for five consecutive days!

How to Participate

• Follow the official "Rhapsody in Scarlet" X account ( @RiS_OfficialJP )
• Repost the relevant campaign post

Take this opportunity to enter the campaign and get Eraburu Pay!

Add the all-new "Rhapsody in Scarlet" to your wish list now! Release date and other details will be announced at a later date

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The all-new action game “Rhapsody in Scarlet” is scheduled for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam.
Don’t forget to add it to your wishlist on the “Rhapsody in Scarlet” official website!

Additionally, further updates on the game—including details and the release date—will be shared on the newly launched official "Rhapsody in Scarlet" X account ( @RiS_OfficialJP ).