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Updated Playtest: Enjoy a Deeper Adventure with Musashi

May 21

Major Update to the Playtest Version

We have released a major update to the playtest version of Mononoke no Kuni.

This latest build is based on the version currently being shown at BitSummit.
Compared to the previous playtest, we have significantly revised the overall feel of the game, bringing it closer to the experience we want to deliver: a Japanese myth-inspired action-adventure where you journey through an otherworld with Musashi, your loyal Shiba Inu companion.

Now a Full 3D Action Game with a Free Camera

One of the biggest changes in this update is the complete rework of the camera and action systems.

The previous playtest had a play feel closer to a top-down fixed-camera style.
This new version introduces a free camera that players can control directly, allowing you to look across wide environments, judge your distance from enemies, and explore the field in a more immersive 3D space.

We are continuing to adjust the action so that attacks, dodges, guards, and parries feel more responsive, flexible, and satisfying to use in full 3D combat.

Explore an Autumn Sacred Realm and Meet the Mononoke

In this playtest, you can explore a large autumn-colored area.

Travel through a decaying sacred realm, return to the village, and interact with the strange yet charming Mononoke villagers who live there.

The villagers do not immediately accept the protagonist as one of their own.
But as you help solve their problems and spend time with them, their attitude gradually begins to change.

This build lets you experience not only the danger of venturing into the sacred realm, but also the feeling of returning to a village that becomes your home.

Discover the Truth Behind the Yokai and Calm Their Souls

The yokai that appear in Mononoke no Kuni are not simply enemies made to be defeated.

Why did they become yokai?
What are they angry about?
What memories can they not let go of?
What truth is hidden within Japanese folklore?

In this playtest, you can experience part of the game’s core flow: fighting yokai, learning about their background, and calming their souls.

An enemy that once seemed only terrifying may begin to look different once you learn the truth behind it.
We are gradually building this kind of story experience into the game.

Experience the Journey with Musashi

Musashi, the Shiba Inu, is not just a companion who follows behind you.

He is a partner who plays with you, can be dressed in different outfits, helps you in battle, and encourages you again and again throughout your journey.

In this playtest, you can experience minigames with Musashi, outfit changes, and battle support features.

Caring for your adorable companion also becomes a source of strength for your adventure.
We want players to feel what it is like to truly travel together with a dog.

Character Builds and Growth Systems Are Also in Development

This version also includes early versions of the character build and growth systems.

You can begin to experience the flow of gradually strengthening both the protagonist and Musashi through exploration and combat.

Many parts are still being adjusted, so we would especially like to hear your thoughts on points such as:

Does the growth system feel enjoyable?Do the upgrades make you want to keep playing?
Do you feel like you and Musashi are growing stronger together?

What You Can Experience in This Playtest

Full 3D action with a free cameraExploration of a large autumn-colored area
Battles against yokai and soul purificationInteractions with Mononoke villagers
Early character build and growth systemsMinigames with Musashi
Musashi’s outfits and battle supportThe feeling of traveling through a Japanese-inspired otherworld with a Shiba Inu companion

We Are Looking for Feedback

This playtest is also an opportunity for us to gather feedback for future development.

If you notice anything while playing, find something fun, or feel that something could be improved, please share your thoughts on the Steam Discussions board.

We would especially appreciate feedback on:

The feel of the action controlsThe enjoyment of exploration
Your impression of playing and interacting with MusashiYour impression of the villagers and yokai stories
The character build and growth elementsFeatures you would like to see more of

Set out with Musashi, your Shiba Inu companion, through an autumn sacred realm.
Meet the Mononoke, uncover the truth behind the yokai, and experience the beginning of this journey.

Please try the newly updated playtest version of Mononoke no Kuni.

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[Open to Everyone!] Playtest Version Now Available

Nov 21, 2025

We have released the playtest version of Mononoke no Kuni on Steam, featuring the same playable build exhibited at Tokyo Game Show and Shanghai WePlay.

For those who couldn’t visit the events, we hope this gives you a chance to experience the world of Mononoke no Kuni.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2597610/_/?l=japanese

This build is still under development, but it allows you to feel the atmosphere and early story of the game.

◎ We’d Love Your Feedback

We welcome your thoughts, impressions, and any ideas you have for making Mononoke no Kuni even more enjoyable.

Discord: #feedback (Survey / Feedback Channel)

https://discord.gg/VBXVGMMwzN

Steam Community: Comment section

https://steamcommunity.com/app/2597610/discussions/0/685238092472336017/

All comments will be read by the entire development team.

Your feedback is an important guide that helps us improve the game.◎Help Us Grow This World Together

Mononoke no Kuni is a project we create together with our players.

Your participation in the playtest truly encourages and motivates our team.

Just a single message from you has the power to shape the future of Mononoke no Kuni.

Thank you for your continued support.

— The Mononoke no Kuni Development Team

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[Special Event] Your Vote Might Decide the Main Visual!?

Nov 18, 2025

To celebrate our participation in WePlay Expo 2025, we’re launching a fan vote for the main visual of Mononoke no Kuni at our booth and on Discord!

Mononoke no Kuni is an action RPG inspired by Japanese mythology and yokai.

Instead of choosing the key visual solely within the development team, we want to make this decision together with all of you who will be playing the game.

We have two candidates this time: Visual A and Visual B.

◎ Which visual do you think best represents Mononoke no Kuni?

Visitors at the event can vote using stickers on the voting poster at our booth.

If you’re joining us online, you can vote through our dedicated channel on Discord as well.

Help us decide the “face” of the game.

Your vote will help shape Mononoke no Kuni.

Mononoke no Kuni Discord

https://discord.gg/VBXVGMMwzN

WePlay Expo 2025

https://www.weplaymore.com/japanese

Event Dates: November 22–23, 2025

Venue: Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Centre (Hall H3)

Booth Number: B23

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【Announcement】“Mononoke no Kuni” will be exhibiting at WePlay Expo 2025 (B23)

Nov 16, 2025

"Mononoke no Kuni” will be showcased at WePlay Expo 2025, held in Shanghai from November 22–23, 2025!

WePlay is one of the largest game and pop-culture events in China, bringing together indie games, AAA titles, creators, streamers, and fans from around the world.

At our booth, visitors will be able to play a hands-on demo of the game.

A demo version will also be available on Steam—please look forward to it!

In addition, to celebrate our participation in WePlay, we will be hosting a fan vote—both at the booth and on Discord—to help determine the game’s official main visual.

If you are attending the event, we would love for you to visit the Mononoke no Kuni booth at B23!

WePlay Expo 2025:

https://www.weplaymore.com/japanese

Event Dates: November 22–23, 2025

Venue: Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Centre (Hall H3)

Booth Number: B23

Mononoke no Kuni Discord:

https://discord.gg/VBXVGMMwzN

We look forward to seeing you there!

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提携発表 | Partnership Announcement

Sep 19, 2025

Partnership Announcement

We are pleased to announce that Mononoke no Kuni will be published under Happinet Indie Collection, a label that selects and releases indie games from around the world.

In addition, it has been decided that we will be co-exhibiting at TOKYO GAME SHOW 2025, starting on Thursday, September 25.

Our development team is working hard to prepare so that even more people can discover the game.
We would be truly grateful for your support.

■About Happinet Indie Collection

This label exists to showcase outstanding global indie titles to our consumers. We will not limit ourselves to specific genres; what matters to us is quality. And our audience can look forward to none but the best of the best in indie gaming.

OFFICIAL SITE：

https://happinet-games.com/

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最新トレーラー豪華声優発表 | New Trailer Featuring a Renowned Voice Actor

Sep 19, 2025

Announcement

New Trailer Featuring a Renowned Voice Actor

We are excited to share that Kana Hanazawa, who provides the character voice in Mononoke no Kuni, narrates our brand-new trailer, released today!

The trailer is now available on our official website and YouTube. It highlights both the story and gameplay, so please take a look.

Details about the character voiced by Kana Hanazawa will be revealed in future updates—please look forward to it!

▼日本語

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3J-TwTeuzMw

▼英語

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tv0WtuxeEQM

Kana Hanazawa – Selected Works

・Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (Mitsuri Kanroji)

・Jujutsu Kaisen 0: The Movie (Rika Orimoto)

・The Quintessential Quintuplets (Ichika Nakano)

We hope you’ll enjoy the trailer, and please look forward to what’s coming next!

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Mononoke no Kuni: In Sincere Development!

Sep 18, 2025

Thank you as always for supporting Mononoke no Kuni.
Our team is working day and night with sincerity, together with all of you, to make this world even more immersive and enjoyable.

In the latest update, alongside the gentle and heartwarming atmosphere so far, terrifying yokai will appear, and players will be able to experience full-fledged battles.
While preserving the warm world you’ve come to know, the game now adds thrilling exploration and tense encounters, evolving Mononoke no Kuni into a deeper adventure about purifying the lingering regrets of spirits.

We want to continue growing Mononoke no Kuni together with you by listening to your voices.
What kinds of yokai encounters and battles would you like to experience? Please let us know in the comments.

In addition, we have released a brand-new trailer featuring Kana Hanazawa—who also appeared in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba—as the character voice for Mononoke no Kuni.
We hope you’ll check it out!

▼English

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tv0WtuxeEQM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tv0WtuxeEQM[/url]▼Japanese[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3J-TwTeuzMw"][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p▼Japanese

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3J-TwTeuzMw

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We will be sharing development and update information on a regular basis!

Sep 16, 2025

On Steam, we’ll be posting updates about the progress of Mononoke no Kuni, including:

New feature additions
Gameplay improvements
Comments from the development team

…and more! We also plan to share some behind-the-scenes insights about development here.

We truly want to nurture Mononoke no Kuni together with the community, so if you have any thoughts or impressions, please don’t hesitate to let us know in the comments!

—
Mononoke no Kuni Development Team

For more detailed updates or if you’d like to chat directly with us, come join our Discord server!

👉

https://discord.gg/gJSHnAka

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Update from the dev team of "Mononoke No Kuni"

Aug 14, 2025

To all of our fans and supporters,

We'd like to thank you again for following the progress of our game so far. We understand that there haven't been a lot of progress updates lately, but that's only because we're working around the clock to make sure that "Mononoke No Kuni" will be the best game that it can possibly be.

That said, we hope to address this moving forward, regularly putting out more information and sharing the labor of love that is this game with all of the people that have become our fans and supporters, as well as those that are just interested in seeing where it goes, even as we ramp up development to even greater heights.

We have a lot of big announcements and events coming up in the coming weeks/months, which should make it even easier for us to share more about "Mononoke No Kuni" with all of you. As always, we give our sincere thanks for your support. It is greatly appreciated!

The "Mononoke No Kuni" dev team.

P.S. For anyone that wants to know more or communicate with us directly, feel free to come join our Discord server and say hi!

https://discord.gg/gJSHnAka

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