Mononoke No Kuni Brings Zelda-Like Action and Ghibli Charm to Steam
Mononoke No Kuni, a Ghibli-inspired action game from Lights-Interactive and Happinet, lets players purify yokai and rescue a Shiba Inu's soul. Wishlist now on Steam.
Mononoke No Kuni, a new action game from developer Lights-Interactive and publisher Happinet, is now available to wishlist on Steam. The game casts players as a boy on a quest to recover the stolen soul of his dog, a Shiba Inu named Musashi.
Combat is built around what the team calls a purification action system. Players dodge, guard, parry, and unleash charge attacks, with no stamina gauge to manage. A sacred purification wand known as an onusa is used to calm hostile yokai rather than simply destroy them.
Between fights, Musashi can be fed, trained, and dressed in samurai or ninja outfits. The game also includes a village-restoration mechanic, giving players a base to rebuild as they progress.
A gentler mode and a 2027 window
For players more interested in the story, a casual mode is available. The game is targeting a general 2027 release window, with no firm date announced. A free playtest is open for players to request access to, though the full game's price has not been revealed.
The project's visual style has drawn comparisons to Studio Ghibli and The Legend of Zelda, as reported by Screen Rant.
Quick answers
What is Mononoke No Kuni about?
Players control a boy searching for the stolen soul of his dog, a Shiba Inu named Musashi.
When does Mononoke No Kuni release?
It has a general 2027 release window with no firm date.
Can I try Mononoke No Kuni early?
Yes, a free playtest is available to request access to.