Tales of Seikyu

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Tales of Seikyu is a single player role playing game with fantasy, romance and anime themes. It was developed by ACE Entertainment and was released on May 21, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

EARLY ACCESS ROADMAP About the Game Welcome to your enchanting new life in a magical world of wonder and adventure! Seikyu — an island haven hidden far from the human world — is a sanctuary full of Yokai residents who can freely express themselves in human form. Settle down in your homeland, help expand the town, and uncover the secrets of this island and your long-lost family! Game F…

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Audience ScoreBased on 703 reviews

story109 positive mentions

grinding202 negative mentions

Beautiful and charming world with unique Yokai theme and folklore elements.
Cozy and relaxing gameplay with a mix of farming, relationships, crafting, combat, and exploration.
Active and responsive developers providing frequent updates and community engagement.

Still in early access with bugs, crashes, and optimization issues, especially on some platforms.
Combat system is clunky, awkward, and can feel frustrating or unbalanced.
The world and some areas feel empty or underdeveloped; content and story progression currently limited.

story
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The story is generally praised for its engaging, cozy, and folklore-rich narrative centered on family, mystery, and yokai themes, offering meaningful character interactions and romance options. However, it is still in early access, with many players noting that the main storyline is relatively short, incomplete, and occasionally feels rushed or vague, with some quests lacking clarity or being locked behind progression gates. Despite these early-stage issues, most reviewers find the story promising, immersive, and a strong motivator to keep playing as future updates expand content and depth.
- “Even though it's not fully released, it already has so much content and a wonderful story about family, love, culture, and feuds of the past.”
- “The main story is compelling and has a central mystery to solve as you make your way through the twists and turns of the ancient fox ruins.”
- “The story is so interesting, it has you hooked on the mystery and it has so much depth you'll end up craving more.”
- “The story isn't captivating, and it doesn't make you want to do the quests.”
- “At this stage, there are many bugs, the storyline is too simple, and there are too few missions.”
- “For 24.99, I really thought I was going to have at least a bit more story, even for it being early access, this was not enough.”
grinding
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Grinding in this cozy farming sim is generally light and not overly tedious, with many players appreciating its refreshing, low-stakes gameplay that balances farming, combat, and exploration. The unique yokai transformation mechanics reduce some typical farming chores and add variety, though some find aspects like animal management and resource gathering still a bit repetitive or underdeveloped. Overall, it offers an enjoyable experience without the intense grinding common in many farming sims, making it appealing to fans seeking a casual yet rich farming adventure.
- “Not too grindy, not too easy.”
- “It's not too grindy which is also something I was looking for when I got Tales of Seikyu.”
- “The combat is a bit boring but it’s got that perfect balance of challenging without being frustrating and not grindy.”
- “I don't feel like I am playing Disney Dreamlight where I have to spend a whole day grinding for loot just to barely make some profits at the start.”
- “Now there is some grinding but not bad enough to break the game, you can choose what you want to grind and what not to at any given time.”
- “In between waiting for new content to come out, it has given me plenty of time to work on completing the other side hustles like completing the index (as best as I could), working on the relationships with other villagers, finishing all house upgrades and decorating, and grinding for more money in general (which we can never have enough of with all the outfits and furniture that I need and want to buy).”
graphics
132 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are widely praised for their beautiful, charming, and hand-drawn anime-inspired art style that perfectly fits the yokai-themed setting, offering stunning visuals and detailed character designs. However, many users report performance issues such as choppy frame rates and stuttering even on capable hardware, suggesting optimization problems that affect the smoothness of the 3D experience. Overall, while the aesthetic and artistic direction receive high marks, technical improvements are needed to fully realize the game's visual potential.
- “The art style is beautiful, and the pacing felt just right.”
- “The graphics are gorgeous and the game runs well even in early access with my kind of older laptop.”
- “The aesthetics are stunning, with characters that are varied, charming, endearing, mysterious, beautifully drawn and, at times, incredibly amusing.”
- “Even with the resolution set to the absolute lowest and graphics settings turned down, the game still runs extremely poorly.”
- “I have a 2070 super and 16GB of RAM which should be plenty to run this game but even after setting it to windowed and capped to 30fps, with all graphics on low, I still have fps drops every 10 seconds.”
- “But most importantly, game stutter, micro freeze, and crazy fps dropping even on low graphic settings.”
gameplay
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The gameplay of this early access farming RPG is generally praised for its fresh mechanics, such as shapeshifting and yokai forms, intuitive and cozy gameplay loop, and a strong blend of farming, combat, and exploration elements. While combat and some mechanics like fishing and animal husbandry receive mixed feedback for clunkiness or lack of depth, the overall experience is enjoyable, charming, and shows great promise with smooth controls, creative features, and engaging storytelling. Many players appreciate the innovation and the potential for future updates to refine and expand the gameplay.
- “The game is undeniably in an early access state yet, though the very enjoyable gameplay and lots of content already make it worth playing.”
- “The farming feels fresh thanks to the transformation mechanics, and the house customization was a highlight for me.”
- “The light action RPG elements are more fun and less repetitive than other genre peers, and the player character's ability to transform for combat and farming mechanics offers a lot of different play styles for exploration.”
- “Combat is a hassle, the town feels empty, the gameplay is clunky, and your house is unnecessarily far from town.”
- “Farm and animal management: this part of the game still leaves a lot to be desired (not the farming itself) but the animal mechanics and building placement.”
- “There's no block mechanic, no parry, no range (Kon will throw a 1 damage fire/chiball every once in a while for all the nothing that does), no apparent way to stun the enemy and the dodging mechanic rarely seems to function the way intended; more often than not attempting to leap out of the way of an incoming attack just leads to me running into the monster and hitting it instead.”
optimization
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The game's optimization is generally criticized for causing significant stuttering, lag, and poor performance across various devices, including both PCs and Steam Deck, often making it difficult to play. While some users note incremental improvements and occasional smooth performance on higher-end hardware or after updates, the consensus remains that the game is still under-optimized, especially in its early access state. Developers are actively patching issues, but many players find current performance a major deterrent.
- “I know a lot of people have been talking about the performance of this game, but honestly it is not that bad. Yes, the game is not reaching 60fps, I would say between 30-50 max but it is running smoothly. Considering it is an indie game, that is not bad. The game can even be played on very low-tier laptops, as I tested it on my old 'potato' laptop and it could run the game.”
- “The developers have been making incremental improvements to the game and I haven't had any issues with performance.”
- “The combat system runs smoothly, and despite the fair share of performance problems, I find myself diving into this amazing game all over again.”
- “Oh how I want to love this game, I really do, but the poor optimization is ultimately what kills it for me.”
- “It doesn't matter what device I run it on, there is stuttering and lag galore, even on the lowest settings.”
- “Optimization is horrible even when I meet maximum recommended specs; microstutters even when I'm aiming for the bare minimum of 60 fps and mostly medium settings; pop-in occurs literally five inches from my face.”
music
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The music is widely praised for its beautiful, relaxing, and atmospheric qualities, often compared to Studio Ghibli's style and enhanced by traditional Japanese instruments that suit the game's setting. While some users note occasional audio glitches or repetition, the soothing soundtrack greatly contributes to the game's cozy and immersive experience, making it a standout element appreciated by many players.
- “The soundtrack is beautiful, atmospheric, and has that Studio Ghibli-style wonder and whimsy to it.”
- “The background music is pleasant and gentle, mostly composed of traditional Japanese instruments like the shamisen and shakuhachi, forming folk melodies that perfectly suit the game's setting.”
- “The town and farm are so lovely designed, the music is enjoyable and gives a very calming, easygoing vibe.”
- “I have experienced several audio glitches where boss music or other looped sound effects during cutscenes don't end and require you to restart the game.”
- “The game music feels uninspiring and cheap.”
- “The song pieces are well fitting indeed but just a little bit short, so it feels a bit repetitive after 6 minutes of exploring the area.”
stability
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The game, currently in early access, exhibits typical stability issues such as occasional crashes, freezes, control glitches, and audio bugs, though these rarely halt overall progress. While some users report frustrating freezes and lag, others find it relatively stable compared to other early access titles, appreciating the developers' ongoing efforts to address problems. Overall, the buggy state is expected at this stage but the game shows promise as updates continue.
- “The game runs great on my mid-range laptop: no overheating, no crashes, no lag.”
- “No game can be truly bug free, that's a Sisyphean task if ever there was one, but the devs seem committed to solving major issues as they arise, which is a good sign.”
- “I have experienced several audio glitches where boss music or other looped sound effects during cutscenes don't end and require restarting the game.”
- “The game often freezes and will prevent you from doing anything.”
- “It glitches to the point of having to win+tab to a different desktop to open task manager to close it, since it won't alt+f4 and I can't alt+tab either; it just gets stuck on my screen.”
character development
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Character development in the game is praised mainly for its unique, detailed, and artistically crafted character designs, with a strong emphasis on varied personalities and expanding cast. However, reviewers note that while the designs are impressive, the depth of character backstory and development—especially for some characters—remains limited and has room for growth. Overall, the engaging art and evolving story hold promise, though early access status means further improvements are anticipated.
- “I love the character design and the age differences of the characters. The selection is large and wide and currently it is constantly being expanded, which is great!”
- “The combat is very fun, the character designs are amazing and the story (I'm not that far yet) is very engaging!”
- “The character designs are lovely, and more characters are being added as early access progresses!”
- “Aside from that, I really hope that we get to have different facial types in the full version of the game as I feel like our character design contrasts a bit too much compared to how everyone else looks in terms of facial structure.”
- “The lore, the character's interesting abilities, attention to detail in the environment, character design (except for the protagonist) -- all of it made me buy the game.”
- “If you dislike the character designs, or the fantasy-mythos-modern mixed theme, or just hate Kon... this isn't the game for you lol.”
atmosphere
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Players consistently praise the game’s cozy, charming, and tranquil atmosphere, highlighting its soft visuals, unique worldbuilding, and relaxing, anime-inspired aesthetic. The soothing ambiance, accompanied by a beautiful soundtrack, creates an immersive experience reminiscent of traditional Japanese fantasy tales, making it ideal for unwinding and immersion. Overall, the atmosphere is warmly welcoming, engaging players with its distinct charm and thoughtful character designs.
- “Tales of Seikyu is a cozy life-sim set in a charming, yokai-inspired world with soft visuals and a welcoming island atmosphere.”
- “The worldbuilding, atmosphere, and creature designs are really nice, and the whole game has a unique charm that makes it stand out.”
- “The overall atmosphere in Seikyu is tranquil, charming, and nostalgic while the cast of characters seem thoughtfully designed and quite diverse.”
humor
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The game's humor is praised for its witty dialogue and amusing character interactions that often elicit genuine laughter. While some comedic elements stem from intentionally underwhelming transformations and gameplay quirks, players enjoy the lighthearted tone despite occasional frustrations with bugs. Overall, the humor contributes positively to the game's charm and player engagement.
- “The quips and witty humor throughout the game have gotten to me a few times.”
- “The characters are well written, the dialogue is hilarious at times.”
- “One of my favorite things is the dialog options; they have me actively laughing out loud.”
emotional
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The game delivers a wholesome, cozy atmosphere with charming farming and crafting elements, complemented by diverse and emotionally engaging character stories. Players appreciate its relaxing, kind world and heartfelt narrative, making it ideal for fans of life sims and magical, creature-filled adventures. Early access updates show the developers' dedication to enhancing this warm, emotionally resonant experience.
- “The character stories are diverse and heartwarming, and the dialog is amusing.”
- “For me a cozy game is, first and foremost, a place where you can just breathe for a little while, choose how you spend your time and relax in a world that feels entirely more wholesome and kind than our own.”
- “Despite being a game, several characters' storylines actually made me feel emotionally invested.”
replayability
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The game offers strong replayability thanks to its original concept, engaging story, and deep gameplay mechanics, making it enjoyable beyond initial playthroughs despite some minor control issues.
- “With decent gameplay, an original idea, quality writing and story, interesting world and gameplay mechanics as well as depth and replayability.”