Oni: Road to be the Mightiest Oni

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Oni: Road to be the Mightiest Oni is a single player action adventure game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by SHUEISHA GAMES and was released on March 7, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Break your enemy's heart to reclaim your pride. Kuuta, a demon, once challenged a man to a battle and was defeated. At last, he arrives at Kisejima Island. He and his partner Kazemaru, whom he met on the island, overcome their ordeal as one, gaining new strength along the way. This time, will the duo be able to achieve victory? Join Kuuta on his adventure to get revenge against Momotaro, a demon m…

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67%

Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews

music9 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features a charming art style and a good soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
The story of Kuuta and Kanna is sweet and engaging, providing emotional depth to the gameplay.
The gameplay offers a casual, slower-paced action experience with unique mechanics, such as a companion combat system.

The game suffers from significant performance issues, with low frame rates and unresponsive controls that detract from the experience.
There is a lack of customization options for controls and graphics, making it difficult for players to tailor the game to their preferences.
The repetitive music and tedious gameplay loop can lead to a monotonous experience, causing players to lose interest over time.

music
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
43%
14%
The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and emotional impact, contributing significantly to the overall experience. However, many players find the soundtrack repetitive and too quiet compared to other sound effects, leading to frustration. Suggestions for improvement include adding more variety to the music or allowing players to customize their soundtrack.
- “Relaxing game with a good soundtrack.”
- “I really suggest it, the music, the style, the story, the feelings are just really good.”
- “Cute art style and an amazing soundtrack.”
- “The music (or rather song in this case as it plays on repeat) is great, but it's incredibly quiet: I have noise-canceling headphones and usually having the volume set to 4 is plenty; here I need 10 just to properly hear the sad, but touching music, and I have no way of making the other sounds (walking, weapon sounds, and such) quieter as they feel way too loud.”
- “Finally, while the music in the game is decent, it can become repetitive after a while.”
- “The only negative thing I have to say so far is that the vocal song that constantly plays on the island is starting to get really annoying after a while, and I wish there was an option to toggle it or switch it for the instrumental version of the track or something similar.”
gameplay
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
68%
16%
The gameplay of "Oni: Road to Be the Mightiest Oni" is characterized by simple mechanics involving combat, gathering, and storytelling, with some players appreciating the unique companion combat feature and combo system. However, significant issues such as poor controls, sound design, and frame rate problems detract from the overall experience, leading to a repetitive gameplay loop that some find monotonous. While there are enjoyable elements, many reviewers feel that the game requires further refinement to enhance its appeal.
- “Simple gameplay with fights, gathering, and stories.”
- “While the game presents a mixed bag of experiences, I found the combat mechanics refreshing and enjoyable.”
- “The addition of a companion combat mechanic added a unique layer to the gameplay.”
- “In short: the presentation is nice, but the gameplay and controls are beyond bad and can't be changed.”
- “Additionally, the game's FPS (frames per second) rate could use some improvement, as some players have reported feeling a bit of lag and choppiness during gameplay.”
- “After extended gameplay, the game's loop became repetitive and somewhat monotonous.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
40%
30%
The story of "kuuta and kanna" is a poignant exploration of a little demon's journey through grief and self-discovery, blending sweet moments with themes of sadness and resilience. While players appreciate the charming presentation, music, and character design, some find the narrative ambiguous and the gameplay mechanics hindered by technical issues. Overall, the story is engaging but may not meet everyone's expectations, especially given the game's price point.
- “The story of Kuuta and Kanna is sweet.”
- “I thought I'd get a fun, maybe funny story about helping a little demon get stronger; instead, I got a story that seems to be about a sad little demon literally bashing shadows through what looks like post-grief induced depression, if the opening cinematic is anything to go by.”
- “Overall, the presentation, character design, and story (which are incredibly charming!) do not outweigh those negatives.”
- “Overall, the presentation, character design, and story (which are incredibly charming!) does not outweigh those negatives.”
- “The game is split between 'free roam' (exploring, collecting mushrooms, diary entries, saving spirits while dodging an undefeatable enemy) and 'missions' featuring combat (pure combat or escort mission/protect NPC types).”
- “Progress is locked by invisible walls and mission health requirements.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
38%
The game's graphics are widely praised for their stunning aesthetic, reminiscent of "Breath of the Wild," with beautifully designed art and text overlays. However, some players noted a lack of graphic settings and expressed that repetitive tasks and music detracted from the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, the visuals and art style are considered a strong point, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “I like the world design and overall art style.”
- “The game boasts a stunning Breath of the Wild-inspired aesthetic with beautifully designed text overlays.”
- “Cute art style and an amazing soundtrack.”
- “The game lacked graphic setting options.”
- “The visuals and the music really kind of made the experience, but at the same time it felt like it had some tedium to it and in the end I couldn't push myself past a few hours.”
- “The team seems to be improving bit by bit, so if the visuals entice you, give it a go.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The game's optimization has been a significant concern among users, with many citing performance issues, particularly on lower-end devices. While some players report smooth gameplay, others experience freezing enemies, unresponsive cameras, and occasional soft locks, leading to a generally negative perception of the game's performance. Overall, optimization remains a critical area needing improvement, especially given the game's price point.
- “While the game did run smoothly overall, this issue may pose a problem on lower-end devices.”
- “It appears to be an optimization issue.”
- “I really got no performance issues like many others despite not having the best PC.”
- “This is, however, a massive elephant in the room, and that elephant is called performance.”
- “If the performance gets optimized, then I will happily recommend this to pretty much everyone, but at the £25 price tag, if things haven't been fixed, then it will stay mostly negative on Steam for a long time.”
- “That game's performance is atrocious.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the lovable characters and comedic elements, others feel misled by the narrative's darker themes, which focus more on a sad demon's struggles rather than the lighthearted fun they expected.
- “The game's humor and lovable characters were a welcomed addition.”
- “I thought I'd get a fun, maybe funny story about helping a little demon get stronger, but instead, I got a story that seems to be about a sad little demon literally bashing shadows through what looks like post-grief induced depression, if the opening cinematic is anything to go by.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and time-consuming, particularly due to the requirement of repeatedly returning to a statue after collecting spirits while being pursued by an annoying enemy. This mechanic contributes to a sense of overstaying its welcome, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
- “I won't say I don't like this game, but I will say it's tedious and overstays its welcome.”
- “This seems simple enough, but you need to collect 8 spirits, and you have to return to the statue each time you find one to place them due to a tedious spirit that chases you, which takes up a lot of your time.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the emotional impact of the game's music, describing it as touching and sad; however, they note that the volume levels are poorly balanced, making it difficult to fully experience the emotional depth without overwhelming background sounds.
- “The music is great, but it's incredibly quiet. I have noise-canceling headphones, and usually, having the volume set to 4 is plenty. Here, I need it at 10 just to properly hear the sad but touching music.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
While the presentation, character design, and story are praised for their charm, they do not compensate for the shortcomings in character development, suggesting that the depth and growth of characters may be lacking.
- “Overall, the presentation, character design, and story (which are incredibly charming!) do not outweigh the negatives.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
- “I found the character arcs predictable and uninspired, leaving me disappointed with their growth.”

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Oni: Road to be the Mightiest Oni is a action adventure game with fantasy theme.

Oni: Road to be the Mightiest Oni is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and others.

Oni: Road to be the Mightiest Oni was released on March 7, 2023.

Oni: Road to be the Mightiest Oni was developed by SHUEISHA GAMES.

Oni: Road to be the Mightiest Oni has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its gameplay.

Oni: Road to be the Mightiest Oni is a single player game.

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