Mages (company)

Mages. is a Japanese company specializing in the planning, development, and sales of entertainment content. Primarily known for its involvement in anime, video games, and music production, Mages. has a significant presence in the otaku culture industry.

The company was formed from a merger between 5pb. (Five Powered & Basic) and AG-ONE in 2011. 5pb., founded by Chiyomaru Shikura, was particularly known for its adventure games, often featuring science fiction and mystery themes. Mages. continues to produce games in this vein, including series such as Steins;Gate, Chaos;Head, Robotics;Notes, and Occultic;Nine.

Beyond video games, Mages. is deeply involved in the production of anime adaptations based on their properties, as well as the management of voice actors and musical artists. They are known for their strong relationships with voice actors and their contributions to the creation and promotion of anime and gaming-related music.

Mages. maintains its headquarters in Tokyo, Japan. The company's activities encompass a wide range of entertainment areas, solidifying its position as a key player in the Japanese entertainment market. They also license their intellectual property internationally, contributing to the global reach of their franchises.