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SINoALICE

SINoALICE was a mobile role-playing game for Android and iOS developed by Pokelabo and directed by Yoko Taro.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

SINoALICE was a mobile role-playing game for Android and iOS developed by Pokelabo and directed by Yoko Taro. It launched in Japan in June 2017 and worldwide in July 2020, then later shut down in 2023 and 2024 depending on region and platform. The game is a dark fantasy RPG built around fairy-tale characters such as Alice, Snow White, Cinderella, and others, set in a world called the Library.

Gameplay

SINoALICE is a mobile RPG with real-time combat and collectible weapon progression. Sources describe it as a fantasy RPG with a gacha structure and a focus on cooperative and competitive battle content.

Setting and story

The game is set in the Library, a world where fairy-tale characters try to revive their authors by collecting life essence. The narrative emphasizes conflict among Characters, who eventually must fight one another to fulfill their wishes.

Release history

SINoALICE launched in Japan on June 6, 2017. Its worldwide release followed on July 1, 2020, after an earlier western publishing plan changed, and the service later ended in 2023 and early 2024.

Reception and legacy

The game attracted attention for Yoko Taro’s involvement, its dark reinterpretation of fairy tales, and its distinctive presentation. Its later shutdown and 2024 film adaptation made it a notable part of Yoko Taro-related media history.

Key facts

  • SINoALICE was a dark fantasy mobile RPG developed by Pokelabo and directed by Yoko Taro.
  • The game features fairy-tale characters who seek to revive their authors in the Library setting.
  • It launched in Japan in June 2017 and worldwide in July 2020, with global shutdown in November 2023 and Japanese service ending by January 2024.
  • A film adaptation, SINoALICE: The Very Last Story, was released in Japanese theaters in February 2024.
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Canadian context

The game had a worldwide English release in 2020, making it available to Canadian mobile players before its later shutdown.[2][3][5]

Frequently asked questions

What is SINoALICE?
SINoALICE was a mobile role-playing game developed by Pokelabo for Android and iOS, with creative direction by Yoko Taro.
When was SINoALICE released?
It launched in Japan on June 6, 2017, and worldwide on July 1, 2020.
Who developed SINoALICE?
Pokelabo developed the game, with Square Enix handling the Japanese release and Pokelabo publishing the worldwide version.
What is the story of SINoALICE?
The game is set in the Library, where fairy-tale characters seek to revive their authors by gathering life essence and battling Nightmares.
When did SINoALICE shut down?
The global version shut down in November 2023; Japanese services ended in December 2023 on DMM.com and on January 15, 2024 for mobile servers.
Was there a SINoALICE film adaptation?
Yes. SINoALICE: The Very Last Story was released in Japanese theaters on February 23, 2024.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SINoALICE
    Supports: Development, release dates, shutdown dates, setting, and film adaptation
  2. Japanese Wikipedia — https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/SINoALICE_-%E3%82%B7%E3%83%8E%E3%82%A2%E3%83%AA%E3%82%B9-
    Supports: Japanese release date, publishers, basic description, and creative staff
  3. Google Play — https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.co.pokelabo.sinoalice&hl=japan
    Supports: Service end date
  4. Metacritic — https://www.metacritic.com/game/sinoalice/details/
    Supports: Release date and game description
  5. MMOs.com — https://www.mmos.com/review/sinoalice
    Supports: Worldwide release date and genre description