A decade of Shonen Jump+ is getting its own celebration — and it’s not another manga or anime. It’s a mobile game with some of the most iconic faces from the Jump+ universe, and yes, it’s looking wild.
Bandai Namco has officially pulled back the curtain on Jump+ Jumble Rush, a new mobile tower defense game coming in Fall 2025. Think Chainsaw Man mowing down enemies in manga-style panels next to Yor Forger’s brutal elegance, all on your phone. Yeah, it’s that kind of mashup.
A 10-Year Birthday Bash with Monsters, Espionage and… Tower Defense?
Shonen Jump+ is turning ten. It launched back in September 2014, and since then, it’s done more than just deliver weekly manga chapters — it’s launched new legends. Now, with a full-blown celebratory game on the way, things are getting interesting.
The game itself feels like a love letter to Jump+ readers. You get to build your dream team from ten characters, mix-and-match your favorites — like Dandadan’s psychic chaos, Chainsaw Man’s bloodbath flair, and Spy x Family’s assassin-family drama — into one defense squad.
And here’s the hook: the entire game plays out like a living manga. Literally. The battlefield looks like comic panels. Attacks unfold with manga effects exploding across the screen. Every time a character unleashes their signature move? Boom — manga panel pop-up.
What We Know So Far (And What’s Still Under Wraps)
Details are trickling out, but Bandai Namco’s already shown off some screenshots and gameplay footage — and they’re leaning hard into the “easy to play” pitch.
That doesn’t mean it’ll be barebones though. You’ll have to manage character skills, timing, and strategy in a stylized tower defense format. But still, the company is clear: even if you’re not a gamer, you’ll get the hang of it.
The game launches in Japan, Fall 2025
It’s mobile-only (iOS and Android)
No official word yet on global release
Pre-registration bonuses are coming, but not revealed yet
A Closer Look at Jump+ Heavyweights Joining the Fight
Let’s talk characters, because let’s be honest — that’s what people care about.
Right off the bat, confirmed titles include Chainsaw Man, Spy x Family, and Dandadan. But there’s more. A lot more. Shonen Jump+ isn’t just some offshoot brand anymore. It’s brought some major hitters in recent years.
Here’s a quick snapshot of the franchise origins and genre diversity:
| Series | Genre | Debut Year | Notable Element |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chainsaw Man | Horror/Action | 2018 | Over-the-top demon fights |
| Spy x Family | Action/Comedy | 2019 | A fake family built on secrets |
| Dandadan | Sci-Fi/Paranormal | 2021 | Telekinetic duels & aliens |
| Kaiju No. 8 | Monster Thriller | 2020 | A cleaner becomes a kaiju killer |
| Maison and the Man-Eating Apartment | Horror | 2025 | Living apartments with dark pasts |
| Eunuch of Empire | Historical Drama | 2025 | Political tension in ancient empires |
| Blue Proustian Moment | Psychological | 2025 | Experimental and literary style |
Gameplay That’s More Manga Than Mobile
From the short clips shown, Jump+ Jumble Rush isn’t trying to be the next Genshin. It’s more focused on giving fans a visually dynamic, manga-first experience with light gameplay mechanics layered in.
Combat happens in panels — like the layout of a comic book page. And when you pop a special move? A manga splash page fills the screen. Not in a gimmicky way, but in a way that actually looks cool.
And if you’re wondering whether it’s too flashy or complicated — it’s not. Bandai Namco says it’s meant to be “intuitive,” which in this context probably means easy-to-tap and hard-to-mess-up.
No stress, just fan service and panel-popping flair.
Why This Game Might Actually Matter
It’s easy to brush off new mobile games as just another gacha cash grab. But this one feels… different. Or at least, like it’s trying to be. Bandai Namco could’ve just sold wallpapers or released merch. But instead, they’re letting fans play in the universe.
There’s also something a bit nostalgic here. It’s been a decade since Shonen Jump+ launched, and in that time it’s given rise to entire new fandoms. For a generation of manga readers who started on mobile, this is a neat full-circle moment.
Even if you’re not planning to grind dailies or chase banners, the very idea of seeing Denji and Anya on the same battlefield is just plain fun.
And yep — the hype’s already bubbling in Japan.
