Get ready to shred, deliver, and chill in Tanuki: Pon’s Summer. Indie developer Denkiworks and publisher Critical Reflex have dropped a new gameplay trailer for the Japanese-inspired adventure, revealed during the ID@Xbox Showcase at IGN Fan Fest. Featuring BMX tricks, quirky characters, and summer activities, Tanuki: Pon’s Summer is set to launch in late 2025 for PC, Xbox Series X|S, Game Pass, and Nintendo Switch.
Watch the New Trailer
Deliver Packages, Pull Off Tricks, and Restore the Great Tanuki Shrine
Step into the paws of Pon, a part-time mailman and full-time BMX pro, as you explore a beautifully crafted Japanese town. Your goal? Restore the Great Tanuki Shrine before the big end-of-summer Matsuri festival. But it won’t be easy—you’ll need to help villagers, complete odd jobs, and master sick BMX tricks to get the job done.
- Perform grinds, flips, and stunts as you freely explore the town
- Deliver packages and complete jobs as a part-time mailman
- Enjoy summer activities like baseball, karaoke, bug-catching, and fishing
- Engage with quirky villagers using a fun emoji-based dialogue system
- Decorate and restore the legendary Great Tanuki Shrine
- Experience Japan in summer, inspired by real locations like Kyoto, Aomori, and Sapporo
A Summer to Remember
Tanuki: Pon’s Summer captures the feeling of a lazy, adventure-filled Japanese summer, combining fast-paced BMX action with charming life-sim elements. Whether you’re landing insane tricks or just soaking in the village vibes, the game offers a unique mix of movement, storytelling, and exploration.
Coming in Late 2025 – Wishlist Now
Tanuki: Pon’s Summer launches in late 2025 on PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Game Pass. Follow Denkiworks and Critical Reflex for the latest updates, and wishlist the game on Steam.
