PATLABOR: The Case Files (Asia English; PS5) – Price, Release Date, Where to (Pre-)Order

PATLABOR: The Case Files for PlayStation 5

PATLABOR the Case Files is set in a near-future world where giant industrial robots known as “Labors” have become essential to construction and civil engineering. As their use spreads, crimes involving these machines increase rapidly, forcing authorities to adapt.

To counter this threat, the Tokyo Metropolitan Police establishes the Special Vehicle Section 2 Patrol Labor Unit—also known as Patlabor. Players follow their missions as they respond to escalating Labor-related incidents, ranging from rogue machines to organized attacks.

The game retells iconic moments from the Mobile Police Patlabor anime and films while adding interactive elements. Players experience the story from two perspectives: as the police unit maintaining order, and as opposing forces in “Another Side Missions,” offering a broader view of the conflict.

PATLABOR the Case Files is a 3D action game developed by Chime Corporation and published by Good Smile Company, based on the classic Mobile Police Patlabor franchise. Scheduled for release in Summer 2026 on PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam, the game recreates iconic scenes from the anime with modern visuals and gameplay systems.

Players pilot over 20 Labors—including Ingram, Griffon, and Type Zero—across story missions and training modes. Featuring dual-perspective gameplay, simulator challenges, and faithful adaptations of the original narrative, the game delivers an immersive mecha action experience for both longtime fans and newcomers.

Price

$42.99

Release
August 31st, 2026

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Trailer

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