Psssst.
Hey. You there. Listen closely
TANUKI: Pon’s Summer DEMO is OUT NOW.
Looking for a cure for boredom? Ready to shake things up?
Good. Us too.
And what better way than to kick off this season with a game that literally has summer in the title? It’s time to go on a tricks rampage, shred the streets, hit the ramps, and wreak chaos around town. And we’ve got the best guy for it.
Yeah, here goes our Pon, the best delivery person (or rather a Tanuki?) for all the new stuff and whatnot.
📦: WHAT’S INSIDE THE DEMO PACKAGE?
Express zero regard for municipal safety standards!
Pon might be a law-abiding citizen (to a degree), but let’s be honest, he’s driven by pure instinct for adrenaline pumping in the veins and backflips on power lines. Don’t we all? Help Pon to be the best he can be: an absolute BMX beast.
Engage in three main quests out of nuh uh 🤐
Get the hang of every BMX trick, Shrine restoration, and what makes one a great neighbour. The summer may have only just begun, but you can already take a peak of what’s to come.
Help the quirky locals
The Shrine isn’t the only thing in dire need of restoration. The town’s filled with folks that would very much like Pon’s help as well. Fix their business, fix their inspo, fix their life. Tanuki therapy, anyone?
Live an extraordinary Tanuki life
Dip Pon’s paws into the sea of the many side hustle activities the town has to offer… limited to three in this particular demo. We’ve gotta keep you craving more, right?
Lay the foundation of your Shrine
The Shrine grounds seem a little empty at first. Completely empty, to be precise, so it might not be easy to properly prepare for a Matsuri festival on day one. But Pon’s got a whole month ahead and you can help the poor little Tanuki get started!
Explore all nooks and crannies of the first town
Pon might have the soul of an artist, as he sees the town as his canvas, making sure to help him paint the town with tricks.
THE FUN NEVER ENDS!
Whether you’re quick to hop on from one quest to another, or take your time soaking the views, we’re sure it will be a summer to remember and to crave more.
So, screw work. LET’S GO GAMING!!
📦📦: NEXT UP: SHOW US YOUR MOVES AND WIN A COPY OF FULL GAME!
Think you've got the moves? Prove it!
We’re launching the TANUKI: Pon’s Summer Tricks Contest!
Your mission: do your best! The cleanest, longest, craziest combo chain you can manage. Like, “ride through the whole town in one combo” kind of crazy!
We’ll highlight our fav submissions, and then the combo judges from Denkiworks and CRITICAL REFLEX will pick three Tanuki Champs, who’ll get the glory and their rewards:
A digital copy of the full game at launch. Cuz we can’t let money stand between you and your talent for BMXing, yeah?
A commemorative shrine decoration. Tanuki Shrines all around the world will celebrate you, how cool is that??
HOW TO JOIN
Post your clip on X
Use the hashtag #tanukiponssummer
Submissions’ deadline:
07/08/2025, 8 pm PST.
Basically, we’re asking you to channel your inner Tony Hawk, if he were a three feet tall, fluffy BMX menace, raised by arcade machines and haunted by neon memories of a summer that never ends.
📦📦📦: BIWEEKLY TANUKI COMIC DROPS???
Pon’s greatness can’t be limited to just one medium. Hence, we’re launching a comic series to shed more light on what’s up and about with Pon and his friends.
Comic drops are scheduled to release on @denkiworks on X and here on Steam twice a month. uh oh, we’re not responsible for any delays caused by Pon… his chaotic nature can not be contained .
Whew, that was A LOT!!! But can you blame us? We’re just too excited!
Follow @denkiworks on X, and come brag about your trick scores in our Discord. You get sneak-peeks, behind-the-scenes, memes, news from the fests, and all things tanuki – we get your love and attention. Seems like a fair deal to us!
And don’t forget:
Your moves? They matter. Your flow? It’s everything.
Stay chill,
DenkiWorks and CRITICAL REFLEX
