Good Smile Company, Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, President and CEO: Genta Iwaasa, hereinafter Good Smile Company) is pleased to announce that its smartphone game 'Neko Paradise Sekai Connect' (Abbreviation: Nekokone), jointly developed with NEKO WORKs, has implemented the new feature 'Commu Mode' on June 29, 2026 (Mon), allowing players to interact with their favorite characters. Furthermore, we will release the latest information on new nekos and new events scheduled to appear from July 2, 2026 (Thu). ▼Download 'Neko Paradise Sekai Connect' here ・App Store https://apps.apple.com/jp/app/id6743923238 ・Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.goodsmile.nekoconne ■New Feature 'Commu Mode' Implemented, Allowing Interaction with Favorite Nekos! We have implemented 'Commu Mode,' a new feature that allows you to interact with your favorite nekos at close range. In this mode, you can enjoy communication with the nekos through operations such as stroking the screen. Please enjoy this new feature that allows you to appreciate the charming reactions of the nekos! ▼Introduction Video for New Feature 'Commu Mode' here ■New Neko 'Tsubaki' Appears! The new neko from Sakuragaoka Neko Academy, 'Tsubaki,' is scheduled to appear. Along with this, a 'Pickup Gacha' will be held to increase the appearance rate of 'Tsubaki.' Additionally, during the same period, pickup gachas featuring 'Ringo' and 'Sumomo' are also scheduled to be held. Pickup Gacha Period: From maintenance end on 7/2/2026 (Thu) to 7/27/2026 (Mon) 16:59 ■Limited-Time Event 'The 2nd Nyanpale ~Beast Festival Music~' Scheduled to be Held! In this event, you can obtain luxurious rewards such as 'Gacha Tickets' by consuming event points earned through puzzle games and clearing event quests. Furthermore, an event PASS sale, limited-time login bonuses, and ranking battles are also planned to coincide with the event. Additionally, clearing event quests will unlock an original story exclusive to the e