PATLABOR the Case Files is the new Mobile Police Patlabor game. Chime Corporation developed it and GOOD SMILE COMPANY published it on Steam (AppID 3275400) on 2026-09-16 for Windows 64-bit only, with single-player Main Missions, Another Side Missions, Simulator Mode and 20+ playable Labors. Interface, audio and subtitles support Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese and Korean.
What is PATLABOR the Case Files?
PATLABOR the Case Files is a 3D mecha action game. The Steam store page for AppID 3275400 lists Chime Corporation as the developer and GOOD SMILE COMPANY as the publisher. The title is licensed from the Mobile Police Patlabor franchise (機動警察パトレイバー), the same universe as the original 1988–1989 anime, the OVAs, the films, and earlier Patlabor games. This new entry shares the franchise's labor (Labor) terminology and its police-mecha premise but ships as a single-player action title, not a simulation or tactics game. Full controller support is included. See the Mobile Police Patlabor franchise page for how the new game fits the older anime and OVA canon.
When did PATLABOR the Case Files come out?
The game released on Steam in en-US on 2026-09-16. The release date is recorded on the Steam store page for AppID 3275400 and cross-checked against the SteamDB entry for the same AppID. The dedicated release date page carries the dated statement, sources and supported-language list. A PlayStation 5 version has not been announced as of the 2026-09-16 research date. The PS5 status page tracks whether the publisher or Steam store has confirmed a console release.
How does PATLABOR the Case Files play?
The launch build includes three distinct modes: Main Missions — the campaign-driven story content; Another Side Missions — adversary-perspective content that reframes key engagements; Simulator Mode — shooting practice and Labor-vs-Labor combat. The roster lists 20+ playable Labors, each usable across the modes listed above. The gameplay page expands each mode and the controls, while the trailer and reviews pages link to the publisher's official video and to launch-day reception.
Where to buy PATLABOR the Case Files and PC requirements
The game is sold on Steam. The Steam store page lists the AppID, supported interface + audio + subtitle languages and the current Steam price snapshot. Before purchasing, check the PC system requirements page so you can confirm Windows 10 64-bit compatibility and the approximately 15 GB of storage noted on the Steam store snapshot.
Sources
PATLABOR the Case Files on Steam (AppID 3275400) and SteamDB are the canonical sources for current-game hard facts. The GOOD SMILE COMPANY publisher profile carries official press statements and the trailer upload.
FAQ
Is this the new Mobile Police Patlabor game?
Yes. The Steam store page for AppID 3275400 names GOOD SMILE COMPANY as the publisher and credits Chime Corporation as the developer; the title is the new Mobile Police Patlabor game in the franchise.
Who developed and published it?
Chime Corporation developed it and GOOD SMILE COMPANY published it, according to the Steam store page for AppID 3275400.
What platform is it on?
It is on Windows 64-bit only. The Steam store lists no macOS, Linux or console versions as of 2026-09-16.
Which languages does it support?
The Steam store lists Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese and Korean for interface, audio and subtitles.