Could 'The Prince of Tennis RisingBeat' Be Making a Comeback? Fans Buzzing Over Upcoming Announcement

In a special broadcast celebrating the milestone of the popular manga series The Prince of Tennis, it has been revealed that a major announcement regarding the smartphone rhythm action game The Prince of Tennis II: RisingBeat (commonly known as "Tenirabi") series is on the way. The news has already sparked massive excitement among fans.

According to the official X (formerly Twitter) account, the update will be shared during the "Tenipuri Surprise☆Summit" 25th-anniversary special program, which will be livestreamed on July 19, 2026, at 10:00 PM (JST). Following the announcement, "Tenirabi" quickly trended on social media platforms.

Fans Pray for a "Miracle Revival" After Service Closure

Since the beloved mobile game previously ended its service, fans have flooded social media with passionate hopes, with comments like "Could it be making a comeback?" and "I would cry tears of joy if it restarts." Some dedicated fans shared that they had even avoided upgrading their smartphones to keep the unplayable app installed on their devices, while others who became fans after the service ended expressed their eagerness to finally play it.

Speculation Grows Over the Word "Series"

The phrasing "news regarding the 'Tenirabi' series" in the official announcement has also fueled intense speculation. Rather than a simple revival of the mobile app, fans are theorizing a wide range of possibilities, including a port to home consoles like the Nintendo Switch, a brand-new title, or the release of an offline version. Specific requests have also poured in, such as physical releases of the game's story arcs or the ability to transfer previously acquired card data.

With high expectations for a major surprise at this monumental milestone, all eyes will be on the special broadcast tonight at 10:00 PM.

The Context

The Prince of Tennis (often abbreviated as "Tenipuri" in Japan) is a legendary sports manga by Takeshi Konomi that began serialization in 1999. It has grown into a massive media franchise spanning anime, live-action films, and highly popular stage musicals (Tenimyu). The Prince of Tennis II: RisingBeat, released in 2017, was a rhythm game featuring character songs from the franchise. It developed a passionate fanbase before eventually shutting down. Given the franchise's enduring 25-year history and active fan community, any news of a revival or adaptation is a major event for its dedicated followers.

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