KOEI TECMO America, in partnership with developer Gust and TOHO has officially announced The Apothecary Diaries: The False Imperial Brother, the first-ever console game adaptation of the popular franchise. Developed under the direct supervision of series author Hyuganatsu, this title offers fans a brand-new, exclusive story featuring iconic characters and fresh faces. The game is currently in development and is slated for an early 2027 release on Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam.

Gameplay in The Apothecary Diaries: The False Imperial Brother focuses on immersive investigative mechanics, requiring players to explore the rear palace and the streets of the capital to solve the "Five Mysteries" and "Five Curses." Players will assume the role of Maomao, interviewing witnesses and gathering apothecary ingredients to create medicines that serve as evidence. Success depends on the player's ability to organize information and present solid proof during the deduction phase, ultimately unraveling the mystery surrounding a masked figure claiming to be the "imperial younger brother."

Check out the trailer below.