Jokers Inc. and Project J announce strategic partnership for next-generation web3 gaming

Jokers Inc. partners with Project J to co-develop a web3 card game, blending blockchain with digital collectibles.

Tokyo, Japan – March 19, 2025 – Jokers Inc., a Tokyo-based leader in digital card game innovation (Headquarters: Shibuya, Tokyo), is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Project J, a forward-thinking initiative dedicated to advancing Japan’s entertainment culture into the digital age. Together, they will co-develop a unique game for the web3 platform, leveraging blockchain technology to create unique digital collectibles and immersive experiences.

About Project J

Project J is a game-changing platform designed to bring Japan’s most legendary anime and gaming IPs into the world of web3 gaming. As the official strategic partner of Jokers, Project J is changing how iconic franchises step into the blockchain era. By transforming beloved characters into exclusive digital collectibles and immersive trading card gameplay, Project J offers fans worldwide a new way to own, trade, and experience their favorite IPs like never before.

Partnership details

In this partnership, Jokers Inc. will bring its extensive expertise in digital card game design, working closely with Project J to shape the game’s concept and development. The two will collaborate to integrate blockchain-based features, such as secure player-to-player trading and interactive web3 mechanics, delivering a seamless and immersive experience. Looking ahead, Jokers Inc. envisions building a marketplace for players to exchange digital assets and introducing community-focused features to enhance engagement.

Statement from leadership

Yasuhiro Nishiyama, Co-CEO of Jokers Inc., shared his enthusiasm:

“We’re thrilled to join forces with Project J to pioneer the next wave of digital entertainment. By blending our proven track record with titles like Sangokushi Taisen and CODE OF JOKER with cutting-edge blockchain solutions, we’re bringing Japan’s legendary IPs to a global stage. Our mission is to deliver a captivating experience where players can dive into rich worlds, enjoy strategic battles, and build collections that hold real value.”

Global debut at GDC 2025

This collaboration will take center stage at the Game Developers Conference (GDC) 2025 in San Francisco, where Project J will make its global debut, showcasing its vision to the international gaming community.

Commitment to innovation

Jokers Inc. remains committed to pushing the boundaries of digital entertainment through creativity and technology. Partnering with Project J marks a significant step toward redefining how players interact with trading card games, bridging the physical and digital realms in exciting new ways. More details will follow — stay tuned for updates.

For more information, visit the Jokers Inc. website or contact the public relations office via this email address.