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Hop Step Sing! Shikiri Shiishiba - By My Side

This time the concept is “Let’s hold hands”. While on a date with Shikiri by the seaside in midsummer, you can hold her hands, take photos and create a dream-like VR music video that fans will not be able to resist.

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Kodansha, Kodansha VR Lab
Publisher
KOMODO
Release
July 27, 2023
3 years and 7 days ago
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Positive26 reviews88.5%

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About the Game

Hop Step Sing! VRMV Vol. 7


The first solo VRMV by Shikiri Shiishiba.
Embark on an immersive journey in the first-ever solo VRMV featuring Shikiri Shiishiba. The theme this time around is "Let’s hold hands."

Join Shikiri for a romantic seaside date under the midsummer sun. Experience the joy of clasping your hands in hers, capturing picture-perfect moments, and crafting a mesmerizing VR music video that fans will find irresistible. Elevate your experience with a special bonus ending, unlocked by bringing joy to Shikiri, along with unique interactions that only VR can offer. Create unforgettable summer memories with Shikiri today!



Cast and Staff


  • Vocalist: Shikiri Shiishiba (CV: Toribe Mariko)
  • Character Design: Fly
  • Lyrics/Composer: Aira Yuki
  • Arrangement: Hijiri Anze
  • Sound Producer: Yohei Kisara(Stray Cats)
  • Planning & Production: Kodansha VR Lab
  • Production/Copyright: Kodansha

About Hop Step Sing!

Background of Hop Step Sing!
Hop Step Sing! is a coming of age success saga about three young girls who leverage VR technology to ascend the ranks of the idol world. Since their debut in 2017, they have made waves across multiple platforms, including six VR music videos, the Nico Nico Live Stream show "Hop Nama," and a comic series.

Their inaugural VR live event, "Hop Summer 2020," garnered widespread acclaim from fans in Japan, China, and North America. Owing to its immense success, a second event, "VR Live Hop★Summer 2nd," was held in 2022 to celebrate the 5th anniversary of their debut.

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