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Tsukumogami

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34%Game Brain Score
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53% User Score Based on 15 reviews

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Tsukumogami is a single player role playing game with fantasy and historical themes. It was developed by TORaIKI and was released on May 31, 2012. It received neutral reviews from players.

Tsukumogami is the original Japanese version of 99 Spirits, a RPG/Puzzle game that revolves around the popular Japanese folklore of Tsukumogami, everyday objects coming alive on their 100th birthday. The Game Features an original battle system where players will have to puzzle out the true identity of the enemy before defeating them.

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53%
Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews
humor3 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • The game features original content not available in the English version, enhancing the overall experience.
  • The puzzle mechanics involving identifying creatures and learning Kanji provide a unique and educational challenge.
  • The story and character designs are engaging, with a beautiful art style reminiscent of traditional Japanese aesthetics.
  • The combat system can become monotonous and lacks depth, making gameplay feel generic and easy.
  • The game is entirely in Japanese, which may alienate players who do not understand the language.
  • Gameplay mechanics can be tedious, with repetitive phases and a lack of compelling engagement in the visual novel component.
  • gameplay
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing the combat mechanics as simplistic and reminiscent of mobile games, primarily relying on quick time events. While the turn-based combat and spirit capturing mechanics offer some depth, they can become tedious over time, detracting from the overall experience. Despite these issues, some players appreciate the coherent storyline and character development, suggesting potential for improvement in future titles.

    • “Combat in this game is turn-based and revolves around two main mechanics.”
    • “Gameplay mechanics: this game is built on the Kirikiri engine, which has been a workhorse for Japanese games for over a decade.”
    • “The 'RPG' aspect of this game is reflected in the spirit capturing mechanic and upgrades to the sword.”
    • “Don't get me wrong, there might be a decent story here, but the gameplay and mechanics are just... awful!”
    • “Gameplay itself is very poor; it's mobile game tier QTE/reflex stuff.”
    • “Unfortunately, the novelty of the combat system will wear off once players become accustomed to the mechanics and discover they cannot breeze through regular enemies in a matter of seconds.”
  • story
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of the game centers on a female protagonist battling tsukumogami, sentient objects that have gained life, and features a coherent narrative with memorable characters. While the storytelling is generally well-received, some players find the gameplay mechanics detract from the overall experience. Overall, the narrative is considered decent, especially for a debut title, but may not fully engage all players.

    • “99 Spirits, as well as the original Japanese version, entitled Tsukumogami, is mainly a JRPG mixed with visual novel storytelling.”
    • “Story: the tale revolves around the sword with the power to destroy the eponymous tsukumogami, objects which have gained sentience after long years of use.”
    • “Don't get me wrong, there might be a decent story here, but the gameplay and mechanics are just awful!”
    • “It's a puzzle game where you have to figure out how to play this round-based timing RPG and what story it tries to tell you... I guess!?”
    • “The story setting revolves around the main female protagonist fighting against the tsukumogami, which are basically possessed everyday objects.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music features traditional Japanese melodies, prominently featuring piano in slower tracks, which enhances the overall experience of the game. Players have the option to purchase the soundtrack separately, though enjoyment of the music is subjective and may depend on personal taste and budget.

    • “Both the story and characters are good, as well as the music and visuals.”
    • “Music features traditional Japanese melodies with a heavy emphasis on the piano for the slower tracks.”
    • “Players who enjoy the music can purchase the soundtrack as an extra on the store page, but it is purely a matter of personal preference and budgetary constraints.”
    • “The music features traditional Japanese melodies with a heavy emphasis on the piano for the slower tracks, which may not appeal to everyone.”
    • “While players who enjoy the music can purchase the soundtrack as an extra on the store page, it ultimately comes down to personal preference and budgetary constraints.”
    • “The soundtrack's reliance on traditional Japanese melodies and piano may limit its appeal to a broader audience.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are considered average, featuring a standard manga style that doesn't stand out significantly. However, they complement the strong story, characters, and music effectively.

    • “Both the story and characters are good, as well as the music and visuals.”
    • “The graphics are run-of-the-mill manga style, nothing amazing.”
    • “The visuals lack detail and feel outdated compared to other games.”
    • “The character models are poorly designed and lack any real depth.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is well-executed, with each character, including deities, possessing unique personalities and distinctive designs that make them easily distinguishable. Players can expect engaging interactions that enhance the overall narrative experience.

    • “The people and deities she interacts with have their own personalities; players should not have trouble distinguishing one character from another due to distinctive character designs and the unique traits assigned to each character.”
    • “The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character as their backstories unfold throughout the game.”
    • “Each character evolves in meaningful ways, making choices feel impactful and enhancing the overall narrative experience.”
    • “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
    • “Many characters seem to follow predictable arcs, leaving little room for surprise or growth throughout the story.”
    • “The interactions between characters often feel forced, resulting in a lack of genuine emotional engagement.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the early upgrade system for the sword, which helps streamline the grinding process, though some find the mechanics ultimately tedious. Overall, the game is seen as a solid debut with a coherent storyline and memorable characters.

    • “Grinding feels repetitive and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
    • “The amount of time required to level up is excessive, leading to a frustrating experience.”
    • “While the game has potential, the grinding mechanics detract significantly from the overall enjoyment.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by its quirky and whimsical presentation, featuring amusing squiggly lines that are intended to represent words, adding a playful and lighthearted tone to the experience.

    • “The game is filled with funny squiggly lines that are apparently words, making every dialogue a hilarious experience.”
    • “The humor is so clever and unexpected that it keeps you laughing throughout the entire game.”
    • “I love how the characters have such quirky personalities that lead to some truly funny moments.”
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Tsukumogami is a role playing game with fantasy and historical themes.

Tsukumogami is available on PC and Windows.

Tsukumogami was released on May 31, 2012.

Tsukumogami was developed by TORaIKI.

Tsukumogami has received neutral reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its gameplay.

Tsukumogami is a single player game.

Similar games include 99 Spirits, Agarest: Generations of War, The Tenth Line, Xuan-Yuan Sword: The Gate of Firmament, Record of Agarest War Zero and others.