Gerappa Co., Ltd. has announced that it will release a free demo version of its new Steam game, " Romance of the Three Kingdoms BOND," titled " Romance of the Three Kingdoms BOND: Battle Experience Demo," during the " Steam Next Fest."
The demo will be available starting at 1:00 PM (PT) on Monday, June 15, 2026.
The free demo for "Romance of the Three Kingdoms BOND" is coming to Steam Next Fest! Enjoy strategic battles that have evolved from Steam Playtest.
The " Romance of the Three Kingdoms BOND: Battle on the Board Demo," a new Steam game offering the ultimate battle of wits, will be available for free during the Steam Next Fest!
You can play this demo, which has been further refined from the version featured in the Steam Playtest held in May 2026.
- Demo Availability: Scheduled for Monday, June 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM through Monday, June 22, 2026 (PT)
Check the official Steam Next Fest website for details on the demo!
Play all 14 stages of the new "Battle on the Board" mode for free! The "Romance of the Three Kingdoms BOND: Battle on the Board Demo" at Steam Next Fest
Steam Next Fest is an event where players around the world can simultaneously enjoy free demos of unreleased titles.
In the "Romance of the Three Kingdoms BOND: Battle on the Board Demo" being released this time, you can play all 14 stages of the new "Battle on the Board" mode!
Available Strategists
- Guo Jia
- Da Qiao
- Zhuge Liang
Devise strategies as you play through the game and clear stages to recruit generals!
Experience the depth of strategy in Three Kingdoms BOND.
What’s changed since the Steam Playtest? The evolved "Three Kingdoms BOND"
During the Steam Playtest held from Friday, May 22 to Tuesday, May 26, 2026, we released the asynchronous ranked battle mode "Summit Conquest."
This "Romance of the Three Kingdoms BOND Board Game Trial Version" differs significantly in the following three ways.
Newly added "Board Battle" stage-clearing mode
Replacing the asynchronous ranked battles from the Playtest, the new "Board Battle" mode is now available.
Clear all 14 stages across different difficulty levels to acquire generals!
It’s a deep, replayable experience where you use the generals you’ve obtained to tackle even more challenging stages.
Revamped strategies for available strategists and generals
Replacing "Cai Yan," the strategists "Guo Jia," "Da Qiao," and "Zhuge Liang" are now available.
General strategies have also been completely overhauled, enabling deeper strategic battles.
Visual Effects Adjustments and Added Voice Lines
Battle visuals have been improved overall, enhancing visibility.
Voice lines have been added for certain events, such as when strategies are activated, further enhancing the immersion of auto-battles.
4 Highlights of "Three Kingdoms BOND"! Deck battles where you can enjoy the ultimate battle of wits
This game is a deck-building military battle game where you lead the generals of the Three Kingdoms into battle!
No action controls, no reflexes required, and absolutely no pay-to-win.
By ensuring all players start on a completely equal footing, you can battle using pure strategy alone!
A "Fully Draft-Based System" That Generates Different Strategies Every Time
There are no pre-set formations.
Select from the generals randomly presented in each match and use your wits to devise the optimal formation for the situation.
Forge "Supreme Bonds (BOND)" that transcend historical reality
The compatibility and skills of your generals create unexpected and powerful synergies!
You can turn the tide of battle with a dream team that defies historical reality.
Over 100 completely new, original generals
Meet passionate generals brought to life by a team of up-and-coming illustrators.
More are scheduled to be added in future updates.
A completely fair battle of wits decided in a short, decisive showdown
A completely fair battle with no complex controls or pay-to-win disparities!
Victory or defeat is determined solely by reading your opponent’s positioning, formations, and skills.
The full version features "Three Trials"!
New details about the "Three Trials" included in the full version have been revealed.
- Board Performance: An extreme command exercise mode where your clear rate for all stages is revealed to the world
- Gunshi Chronicle: An asynchronous PvP mode where you use others’ “past data” to climb the ranks
- Mandate Battle: A weekend-only real-time PvP mode where you outmaneuver unseen enemies to reach the top
Get an early look at "Three Kingdoms BOND" at the Steam Next Fest! Available starting Monday, June 15, 2026
"Three Kingdoms BOND," packed with the thrill of strategic battles, will be available as a free demo on Steam Next Fest starting Monday, June 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM (PT)!
For details on the demo, please visit the official Steam Next Fest website.
For the latest updates on the game, check out the official "Three Kingdoms BOND" X account ( @sangokushi_bond )!
| Product Overview | |
|---|---|
| Title | Three Kingdoms BOND |
| Genre | Deck-Building Roguelike Army Battle |
| Number of Players | 1–2 players (supports online multiplayer) |
| Platform | PC (Steam / Windows) |
| Price | 800 yen (tax included) *One-time purchase |
| Release Date | Summer 2026 |
| Demo Availability Period | Scheduled for June 15, 2026 (Mon) at 1:00 PM through June 22, 2026 (Mon) |