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Trek to Yomi

Jan 30, 2023 4 years ago
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Type Base game 2022 Genres AdventureHack and slash/Beat 'em upIndie Companies Flying Wild Hog · Supporting · Leonard Menchiari · Developer · Devolver Digital · Publisher Follow Log in to follow

As a vow to his dying Master, the young swordsman Hiroki is sworn to protect his town and the people he loves against all threats. Faced with tragedy and bound to duty, the lone samurai must voyage beyond life and death to confront himself and decide his path forward.

What it’s like

Trek to Yomi is a visually arresting, monochromatic action-adventure that feels less like a traditional video game and more like an interactive, black-and-white samurai film. The experience centers on Hiroki’s solemn journey through a stylized feudal Japan, where the stark contrast of lighting and shadow creates a moody, cinematic atmosphere that defines the entire presentation. While the narrative follows a classic vow-of-duty structure, it serves primarily as a vehicle for the game’s aesthetic rather than deep mechanical complexity. The gameplay is straightforward hack-and-slash combat, prioritizing flow and visual flair over intricate systems or build variety. It is a brief, linear experience designed to be consumed in one sitting, offering a potent mix of dramatic tone and striking art direction that overshadows its relatively shallow mechanics.

Strong in Atmosphere / MoodVisuals / ArtAudio / MusicPacingStory / Narrative

Keep in mind The combat and exploration can feel clunky or frustrating for players seeking tight, responsive controls. · Its short length and lack of mechanical depth may leave those looking for substantial gameplay content feeling unsatisfied.

AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from ign.com, ggrecon.com, metacritic.com, pcgamer.com, egmnow.com, nichegamer.com.

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PlatformRegionTypeDate
PC (Microsoft Windows) Worldwide Full release May 05, 20224 years ago
PlayStation 4 Worldwide Full release May 05, 20224 years ago
PlayStation 5 Worldwide Full release May 05, 20224 years ago
Xbox One Worldwide Full release May 05, 20224 years ago
Xbox Series X|S Worldwide Full release May 05, 20224 years ago
Nintendo Switch Worldwide Full release Jan 30, 20234 years ago

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