Kazutaka Kodaka, the acclaimed creator of Danganronpa , returned to the spotlight with a new interview about his latest project, The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy . During the conversation, Kodaka shared insights into his creative process and revealed some interesting facts that will surely interest game and anime fans.
When discussing creating memorable characters, Kodaka emphasized that he draws inspiration from contemporary works he enjoys today—such as the manga Dandadan —rather than just the influences of his youth. For him, it's important to connect with what's currently trending to create something relevant and current.
Another curious detail revealed was that some of the character Shouma Ginzaki's were inspired by director Hideki Kamiya ( Okami , Devil May Cry ) acidic and provocative comments on social media, especially on X/Twitter. This ironic touch helps to give even more personality to the game's dialogue.
In another interview, Kodaka also stated that he would love to turn The Hundred Line into an anime—provided the game is a commercial success. This possibility has made fans even more excited about the franchise's future.
Therefore, The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy is a tactical role-playing game developed by Too Kyo Games and Media.Vision , and published by Aniplex . The title was released on April 24, 2025, for Nintendo Switch and Windows.
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Source: 4gamer
