Tales of Seikyu

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Tales of Seikyu is a single player role playing game. 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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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 426 reviews

story65 positive mentions

grinding134 negative mentions

The game features a charming blend of farming, crafting, and combat mechanics, with a unique yokai transformation system that adds depth to gameplay.
The art style and character designs are beautiful, creating an immersive and visually appealing world.
The developers are actively engaging with the community, listening to feedback, and regularly updating the game to address bugs and improve gameplay.

The game suffers from performance issues, including lag and stuttering, especially in populated areas, which can detract from the overall experience.
Many players have reported bugs and glitches, such as freezing controls and unresponsive menus, which can disrupt gameplay.
The current content is limited, with some players finishing the available story and quests quickly, leading to a feeling of emptiness in the game world.

story
209 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
65%
4%
The game's story has received mixed feedback, with many players finding it engaging and immersive, particularly praising its unique premise and character depth. However, some reviewers noted that the story content feels limited due to its early access status, leading to a sense of incompleteness and a desire for more quests and narrative progression. Overall, while the foundation of the story is appreciated, players are eager for further development and expansion in future updates.
- “The story is really engaging.”
- “The story is fantastic.”
- “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 is meh.”
- “The story holds a lot of promise; the premise is endearing.”
- “The story is not completed, so you will hit the end at one point and will have to wait for the devs to make the rest of the story.”
grinding
135 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
99%
The reviews highlight a mixed reception regarding the grinding aspect of the game, particularly in farming and gathering mechanics. While some players appreciate the unique yokai transformations and the blend of farming with combat and exploration, many find the farming tasks tedious and overly repetitive, detracting from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the game shows potential but requires further refinement to enhance the farming experience and reduce grindiness.
- “The combat is a bit boring, but it has that perfect balance of being challenging without being frustrating and not grindy.”
- “Farming, crafting controls, etc. all feel clunky and feel like they were made for Joy-Cons only for some reason.”
- “This whole game is so heavily grindy that it completely takes away from the fun.”
- “The farming part of it needs some work.”
graphics
87 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
49%
3%
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their beauty and artistic style, often compared to popular titles like Genshin Impact. Players appreciate the hand-drawn artwork, stunning landscapes, and charming character designs, which contribute to a relaxing and immersive atmosphere. However, some users have reported performance issues, including frame drops and stuttering, which detract from the overall visual experience.
- “The graphics are beautiful, the various characters are interesting, and I like that the map shows you a lot more information than you commonly get in games like this.”
- “Fantastic art style with gorgeous landscapes and character designs.”
- “Beautiful graphics, open world, great storyline, and interesting characters.”
- “The graphics are okay but not all that; the actual art for each character made me think it was AI at first because it doesn't match the rest of the game, in my opinion.”
- “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.”
- “I was not expecting brilliance, but the game runs worse than it should, considering that the graphics are really at the Switch level, to be honest.”
gameplay
74 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
63%
7%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its innovative mechanics, charming characters, and engaging storyline, while others find certain mechanics clunky and the overall experience slow or lacking depth. Many users highlight the unique yokai transformation features and the cozy atmosphere, but some express frustration with specific gameplay elements, such as fishing mechanics and control responsiveness. Overall, while the game shows promise and creativity, it still requires refinement and additional content to fully realize its potential.
- “A lovely, cozy adventure sim that will suck you in for hours with its innovative gameplay and charming characters.”
- “The gameplay is smooth, and there’s a ton to do: mining, farming, interacting with characters, fishing, quests, and more.”
- “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.”
- “Tl;dr - Tales of Seikyu is a nice idea, especially with the yokai stories, but lacks good gameplay mechanics in almost every aspect by now.”
- “But the gameplay is.....how should I say it.....lacking...? Hopefully with more updates it will get better because the take on this game isn't bad, it just feels rushed.”
- “There's no block mechanic, no parry, no range, and the dodging mechanic rarely seems to function as 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
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
44%
41%
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players experiencing significant stuttering, lag, and pop-in issues, particularly on lower-end devices like the Steam Deck. While some users report smoother performance on desktop systems and note incremental improvements with updates, others find the game still lacks polish and stability, especially in its early access state. Overall, there is a consensus that while the game shows potential, it requires further optimization to enhance the gaming experience across all platforms.
- “The performance on desktop is much smoother.”
- “Performance & stability: 10/10”
- “The developers have been making incremental improvements to the game and I haven't had any issues with performance.”
- “Optimization is horrible even when I meet maximum recommended specs; microstutters even when I'm asking for the bare minimum of 60 fps and mostly medium settings; pop-in occurs literally five inches from my face.”
- “I'm hoping these are only performance bugs and can be resolved soon.”
- “It's poorly optimized, and the story failed to hook me.”
music
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
31%
8%
The music in the game is widely praised for its soothing and atmospheric qualities, often evoking a Studio Ghibli-like charm with traditional Japanese instruments that enhance the overall peaceful experience. Players appreciate the variety in the soundtrack, which changes with the game's environment, contributing to a cozy and immersive atmosphere. While some find the music occasionally uninspiring, the majority agree that it beautifully complements the game's art and gameplay, making it a standout feature.
- “The background music is pleasant and gentle, the majority of which are composed of Japanese instruments like the shamisen and shakuhachi that form folk melodies that perfectly suit the game's setting.”
- “The music gives studio Ghibli vibes.”
- “I can’t deny how stunning the game looks, with its lush 3D rendering of this yokai island, nor can I deny the quiet mastery of its cozy, pastoral soundtrack.”
- “The game music feels uninspiring and cheap.”
- “Sometimes the music stops and it's too quiet and it could be easier to rotate the camera, but that's about it so far.”
- “I hope they get more music put in.”
stability
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
96%
The game's stability has been a common point of discussion among users, with many noting frequent glitches and occasional freezes that can disrupt gameplay. While these issues are typical for early access titles, players generally feel that the game is among the least buggy in its category, and they appreciate the developers' commitment to addressing major problems. Overall, while stability is a concern, it is expected to improve as the game continues to develop.
- “No game can be truly bug-free; that's a Sisyphean task if ever there was one. However, the developers seem to be committed to solving major issues as they arise, which is a good sign.”
- “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.”
- “Game still sluggish at some points, a bit buggy with controls.”
atmosphere
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
12%
19%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its tranquil, charming, and nostalgic qualities, reminiscent of beloved franchises while also offering a fresh experience. Players appreciate the beautiful aesthetics, thoughtful character designs, and a soundtrack that enhances the immersive experience, creating a cozy environment perfect for relaxation. Overall, the game successfully combines unique worldbuilding with a whimsical, anime-inspired style that captivates players.
- “It gives you the atmosphere and everything people loved from the beloved game franchise while also feeling like a breath of fresh air.”
- “The worldbuilding, atmosphere, and creature designs are really nice, and the whole game has a unique charm that makes it stand out.”
- “A very relaxing game, aesthetically beautiful, it truly creates an atmosphere like a traditional Japanese fantasy tale.”
- “It adds nothing to the immersion or atmosphere.”
- “I love the atmosphere, the character models and the premise of the game, but I would love to see more additions to the character creator.”
- “It has that hallmark at-your-own-pace/unrushed atmosphere that I love about cozy games.”
character development
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
31%
23%
Overall, character development in the game is highlighted by stunning designs and a captivating art style, which contribute to an engaging atmosphere. While the early access version shows promise with interesting lore and abilities, players note that there is still significant room for improvement in character depth and gameplay experience. The unique character designs and the game's setting have garnered positive attention, though some players express a desire for more substantial development as the game progresses.
- “At this stage of early access, there is lots of room for improvement, but it is a spectacular game so far with beautiful character designs and an interesting story.”
- “The combat is very fun, the character designs are amazing, and the story (I'm not that far yet) is very engaging!”
- “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.”
- “Farming life, adventuring through ancient ruins, building relationships, and character development—this game delivers a complete package.”
- “Its a beautiful world, the scenery alone is captivating; for an early access game, it's very artistic and well put together, even character designs are special in their own way.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is a standout feature, with well-written characters and dialogue that often elicits genuine laughter. Players appreciate the comedic elements, such as the ironic transformations and quirky character interactions, despite some frustrations with gameplay mechanics. Overall, the humor adds a lighthearted charm to the experience, making it enjoyable even amidst the game's technical issues.
- “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.”
- “The game's elusive 'fox transformation' is dangled in front of you like a carrot in front of a donkey, so you'd expect something seemingly so important to your character's story to actually be included instead of a boar (haha funny switcheroo, get it?).”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its wholesome vibe and lighthearted adventure, appealing to players who enjoy cozy, creature-filled worlds. Many reviewers express a strong emotional investment in the characters' storylines, highlighting the game's ability to evoke feelings of warmth and nostalgia. Overall, it is recommended for those seeking a magical and heartwarming gaming experience.
- “Despite being a game, several characters' storylines actually made me feel emotionally invested.”
- “If you're into life sims, cozy games, or just want something wholesome and magical, I definitely recommend checking this one out.”
- “The demo was fun and it's a cute game with a good wholesome story; hopefully, when I get some time to come back to it, it'll be playable for more than five minutes, because it's such a cute game.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
100%
Players find the game to have strong replayability due to its engaging gameplay, original concept, and well-crafted story and mechanics, which encourage multiple playthroughs. The absence of chaotic elements enhances the overall experience, making it more enjoyable to revisit.
- “With decent gameplay, an original idea, quality writing and story, interesting world and gameplay mechanics, as well as depth and replayability.”
- “While it doesn't change my opinion on the key handling, it does become a lot more playable without keys running wild.”
- “With decent gameplay, an original idea, quality writing and story, interesting world and gameplay mechanics as well as depth and replayability.”