This article is your guide to the latest game updates of Kaiju No. 8: The Game. Including patch notes, version details, and game maintenance, keeping you informed on all new features and fixes of K8 The Game.
Table of Contents
Upcoming Updates
Upcoming Events (Sep - Oct 2025)
| Events | Schedule |
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| Raid Battle Event | Sep 21, 2025 (PST) |
| Main Story Chapter 4 Update New Chapter Event Fierce Battle Area (Limited) Update Steam Version Release | Sep 30, 2025 (PST) |
| Large Conquest Event | Oct 8, 2025 (PST) |
Based on the Content Schedule from the Official X post, new events and a new main story chapter are coming soon!
New Chapter Event Details
According to the in-game Help section, an event will be held to celebrate the release of a new Main Story chapter. It will feature missions and score battles with multiple difficulties, offering rewards such as Dimensional Crystals.
Latest Update Information
Raid Battle: Kaiju No. 2 is Live!
| Event Period | Sep 21, 7:00 PM (PST) - Until the boss is defeated |
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Raid Battle: Kaiju No. 2 started on Sep 21 (PST)! The event will run until the boss is defeated, so be sure to join early to get rewards.
Raid Battle GuideVersion 1.1.2 Now Live
| Release Date | Sep 21, 2025, 17:30 (PST) |
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Version 1.1.2 is now available. This is an optional update, so you don't need to install it right away. Along with it, the developers sent 300 Dimensional Crystals to your Mail, make sure to claim them!
Official Website Announcement Quote
Thank you for playing KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME.
[The Version 1.1.2 update is now available.
*This is an optional update. Please update the app via the Store.
Update Content
Resolved Issues
- Depending on network conditions, Stamina may not be correctly updated even after performing a Stamina recovery.
- When transitioning to the Story screen, the tutorial may replay repeatedly, preventing progress.
Update Appreciation Gift
To thank you for your cooperation and to compensate for the various fixes implemented in this update, we will be sending Dimensional Crystal x300.
Please claim the items from the Home screen > Mail.
*The mail will be available to claim until 2025-10-06 10:59 PST.
*The mail (including any attached items) will be deleted 90 days after you receive it. Please make sure to open the mail and claim the items before the deadline.
Thank you for your continued support of KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME.
Source: Kaiju No. 8 The Game Official Website
Data Update & Event Preview
| Release Date | Sep 20, 2025 06:30 (PST) |
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A data update was released on Sep 20, introducing the new character Soshiro Hoshina (United Front). Upcoming events and the new Defense Force Pass Seasonal Missions were also announced.
Official Website Announcement Quote
Thank you for playing KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME.
A data update is scheduled for the following time:
2025-09-20 06:30 PST
*Updated 2025-09-20 06:30 PST
The data update has been successfully completed at the time listed above.
This data update will include the following content:
Event Overview
- Upcoming Raid Battle
For more details, please check the upcoming announcement.
- New Gacha
The following gacha will be available:
[United Front] Soshiro Hoshina Pickup Gacha
For more details, please check the relevant announcement.
Soshiro Hoshina Pickup Gacha Now Available!
- Character Story Added
[United Front] Soshiro Hoshina's Character Story will be available.
Experience it from Home > Story > Characters.
- Soshiro Hoshina [United Front] Release Celebration Login Bonus
Log in during the period to get up to 5 THE GAME Gacha Tickets and 5 Pickup Gacha Tickets.
Login Bonus Availability Period
2025-09-20 11:00 PST - 2025-10-08 10:59 PST
- New Defense Force Pass Seasonal Missions Added
New Defense Force Pass Seasonal Missions will be added.
Raise your Pass Level and gain rewards by completing missions and accumulating points.
Check out the newly added Pass Missions by heading to Home > Defense Force Pass > Pass Missions > Seasonal.
Important
The date and time of the data update are subject to change. We appreciate your understanding.
Thank you for your continued support of KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME.
Source: Kaiju No. 8 The Game Official Website
Version 1.1.0 Update Now Live!
| Release Date | Sep 16, 2025 24:00 (PST) |
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Update Content
- Fierce Battle Area (Limited)
- Friend Invitation Event
- Issue fixes
Maintenance Appreciation Gift
On Sep 15 after the update, a mail titled "Maintenance Appreciation Gift" will arrive in your in-game Mail. It contains 500 Dimensional Crystals, so be sure to claim it before the claim period ends.
Version 1.1.0 Maintenance Notice
| Maintenance Period | Sep 15, 2025 20:00 - 23:59 (PST) |
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Maintenance for Version 1.1.0 will take place on Sep 15 at 20:00 (PST). The game will be unavailable during this time. After maintenance, a 3.5 GB download will be required. Developers have also sent 1,000 Dimensional Crystals to the Mail.
In-Game Announcement Quote
Thank you for playing KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME.
We will be performing maintenance during the following period:
Maintenance Time
2025-09-15 20:00 (PST) - 2025-09-15 23:59 (PST)
The game will be unavailable during this time.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
Important
- After this maintenance, a download of approximately 3.5 GB will be required.
A Wi-Fi connection is recommended for download.
*As a compensation for this issue, we are sending Dimensional Crystal x1,000 to your Mail. The mail will be available to claim until 2025-09-30 UTC+8. Please claim it from the Homoe screen > Mail.
*The mail (including any attached items) will be deleted 90 days after you receive it. Please make sure to open the mail and claim the items before the deadline.
- Please note that if you are in the middle of a battle when maintenance begins, when you log in again after maintenance, your game progress will be reset to the state you were in before the battle began.
- We recommend linking your account before maintenance begins. By linking your account, you can easily restore and transfer your game data even if you accidentally delete the app. For more information on how to link you account, please check here.
- The date and time of the maintenance are subject to change.
- The maintenance duration may vary depending on our progress. We appreciate your understanding.
Thank you for your continued support of KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME.
Login Issues Due to Platform Outage
| Implementation Date | Sep 11, 2025 (PST) |
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The developers acknowledge that some players are experiencing login issues, which are currently being resolved. As compensation, 300 Dimensional Crystals have been sent to the Mail.
Official X Announcement Quote
In certain environments, some players may have experienced login issues due to platform-related factors.
While the issue is being resolved, there is still a possibility that it may occur again due to the same outage.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
As a compensation for this issue, we are sending Dimensional Crystal x300 to your Mail.
Thank you for your continued support of KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME.
Source: Kaiju No. 8 The Game Official X
Sept 7 - New Gacha and Story
- Main Story Chapter 3
- New Gacha and Character Story
- New Seasonal Missions added to the Defense Force Pass
Sagan Shinomiya Released!
| Gacha Period | Until Sept 30, 11:59 (PST) |
The new character unique to Kaiju No. 8 The Game, Sagan Shinomiya, has been released! She is a Defender who can deal damage with her counter attack while protecting allies by Taunting enemies. She is an extremely powerful character who can also provide fire support with her Ultimate.
Sagan Shinomiya (5-Star) GuidePast Updates
Raid Battle: Kaiju No. 1 has Ended!
The latest Raid Battles were added on Sep 2 (PST). After only 3 days, Kaiju no. 1 was defeated on Sep 5. All players who participated and worked together to defeat Kaiju No. 1 earned rewards by completing missions and scoring points.
Raid Battle EventVersion 1.0.4 Update
| Implementation Date | Sept 1, 2025 (Tue) |
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- Fixed mismatched Expedition Supply timers on Home and Expedition screens.
- Fixed Stamina incorrectly showing as full when receiving Expedition supplies.
- Fixed an issue preventing progression in the Expedition tutorial.
- Fixed an issue where the Special Requests tutorial could repeatedly replay after being cleared.
- Fixed issue where 'Identified Kaiju Neutralization' reward claims wouldn’t recover properly.
- Fixed issue preventing account deletion, causing a [Failed to transfer account] message.
- Other minor bugs have been fixed.
Compensation for Confirmed Issues
As an apology for the bugs fixed in this update, players will receive 100 Dimensional Crystals.
Players can claim the sent items from Home Screen > Mail.
We appreciate your continued support of 'Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME'
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| Reroll Tier List | Best Characters | Best Squads |
| Early Game Guide | Daily to Do | Paid Packs |
| Character List | Weapon List | Uniparts List |
Other Articles
How to Reroll
Best Free 5 Star
Best 4-Stars
Best Banner
Gacha Animation
Pulls Until Guaranteed?
Enhance Priority
Squad Setup
Web Store
Redeem Codes
Controller Support
Element Effects and Plate Mechanics
Best Store Purchases
Action Order
How to Disassemble Weapons
Weapon Exchange Shop
Uniparts Farming Guide
Weapon Ascension
Emblem of Defense
Identified Kaiju Neutralization
Limited Stage 15Must Reads Before Playing
| Useful Info | ||
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Registration | Required Specs | Steam Release |
| Link Data | Data Transfer | Best Settings |
| How to Fix Lagging | PS5 ver? | Voice Actors |
Character List
5★ Character Ratings
| Kaiju No. 8 | Kikoru Shinomiya | Mina Ashiro | Soshiro Hoshina |
| Gen Narumi | Isao Shinomiya | Rin Shinonome | Reno Ichikawa |
