A Sandbox game "Return from Core", updated Japanese implementation will be officially released on July 18!

Secret development stories & comments from the developers arrive!

 “Return from Core”, a sandbox game with a great deal of freedom interwoven with seven Monster Girls, released as an early access version on December 15, 2023, will be officially released on July 18, 2025. This is the first title for developer Tanxun Studio, which is expected to evolve further in the future thanks to its commitment to player feedback through "Early Access". Be sure to add it to your Steam Wish List and wait for the updated Japanese version to become available!

In addition, a launch sale will be held to celebrate the release of the Japanese version of the product, so please stay tuned for more information in the future!

■Survive with charming Monster Girls and return to the surface!

Set deep underground on an apocalyptic Earth, this unique survival adventure game combines diverse elements such as mining, exploration, base construction, farming, and automated parts manufacturing. Another appeal of this title is the interactive element that comes from interacting with the "Monster Girls," who are not only cute but also unique and reliable companions, and who, when they live together and gain your trust, may activate special powers in battles and other important scenes. And please pay attention to this promising title, which has a very strong "simulation" and "sandbox" aspect, not only for mere battles and story progression, but also for building your own base, optimizing production lines, and efficiently managing resources, with an unprecedented degree of freedom and creativity aspect. We invite you to experience the depth of the underground world and the hopeful adventure to the surface.

■Game Overview

[Title] Return from Core

[Release date of the product version] July 18, 2025

[Platforms] PC (Steam)

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2171630

[Price] 1,900 JPY

[Player] Single-play

[Developer] Tanxun Studio

[Publisher] 2P Games, Shochiku

© Tanxun Studio. All rights reserved. Licensed to & published by 2P Games, Shochiku Co.,Ltd. 2P Games and the 2P Games logo are registered trademarks of Hong Kong Gamease Technology Co., Ltd. or its affiliates.

■Return from Core, Tanxun Studio's first title

Tanxun Studio is an indie game development studio based in Shanghai, China. The founders founded the studio after winning the lottery. Their philosophy is "honesty and open communication," and "Return from Core" is their first title. Now, Tanxun Studio has a special message for their Japanese fans.

Dear fans of Return from Core

From Tanxun Studio in Shanghai, we would like to extend our sincere thanks and greetings.“Return from Core" is the first title for Tanxun Studio, and we are honored to be working with you on your journey to return from the underworld. Your warm support and valuable feedback since the launch of Early Access has been a major driving force in our development.

We take your feedback seriously and are always striving to improve our games. In particular, we have worked hard to address the translation issues that some of you have pointed out so that we can provide you with a more enjoyable playing experience.

The recent release of the "Core Level 7" update was the last major content update before the launch of the full version 1.0, and we hope that it has provided you with new surprises and challenges. The new underwater area introduces new mechanics such as oxygen levels and water pressure, and adds new equipment and techniques (such as Fish Farming) to adapt to life underwater. This update also reveals the origins of the toxic fog that covered the previous levels, bringing you one step closer to the truth behind humanity's exile underground and to the heart of the epic story of our return to the surface.

With our philosophy of honesty and open communication, we see Early Access as an opportunity to build the game with you. We are passionate about making your adventure better than our team could have ever imagined.

We are in the final stages of development for the upcoming official 1.0 release. We continue to welcome your feedback and would be very happy to hear from you via the Steam community hub.

Let us continue to walk together on this epic journey of escape from deep underground!