Embark on a Mystical Journey: Yokai Village Officially Launches on Steam!
RAYKA STUDIO is thrilled to announce the official Steam release of their Yokai-raising RPG, Yokai Village, on June 19, 2025. To celebrate, a special 20% launch discount will be available for the first three weeks! Players who participated in the Early Access phase can rest assured that their progress will seamlessly carry over.
Building upon the Early Access version, this full release introduces exciting new features, including player housing where you can decorate your island with unique furniture, and a charming pixel RPG mode offering turn-based battles as a game-within-a-game.
A World Steeped in Eastern Fantasy
Yokai Village invites you to explore an Eastern-inspired fantasy world where you’ll befriend a diverse cast of Yokai. Journey across the land, battling alongside your companions or relaxing in your village. The game will be priced at $2,199, with a 20% discount during the first three weeks after launch. Your save data from the Early Access version will be preserved.
The story unfolds on the ancient continent, a land brimming with natural beauty that nurtures the Yokai. Here, the power of the Jade Tree God and the Yokai wielders has fostered a harmonious partnership between humans and Yokai.
However, a shadow looms over this peaceful land. The “Black Moon” has risen, and the Yokai are behaving strangely…
Destiny calls upon you to become a novice Yokai wielder. Travel the land with your Yokai companions, discover breathtaking landscapes, collect mystical treasures, seek guidance from various sects, and vanquish the evil Yokai. The fate of the Yokai rests in your hands. Master their unique abilities, devise cunning strategies, and assemble the ultimate team.
Document your discoveries in the Yokai Encyclopedia, experiment with different team compositions, collaborate to develop your village, or simply relax by the water and fish. The story you weave is entirely up to you.
New Additions Since Early Access
Yokai Village has undergone numerous updates during its year-long Early Access period, including:
- Expansion of the main and side storylines
- Introduction of new areas, Yokai, and mounts
- Enhancements to visual customization options, such as accessories
- Addition of the roguelite-inspired “Hearth Guard” game mode
What’s New in the Full Release?
Pixel RPG Mode
Dive into a nostalgic turn-based battle experience with the new in-game Pixel RPG mode! Enjoy the charm of classic monster-raising games, all wrapped in an Eastern fantasy aesthetic.
Player Housing
Customize your own island with furniture and unlock exciting mini-games through upgrades.
Story Completion and New Yokai
The main storyline reaches its epic conclusion! Encounter a host of new Yokai, forge friendships, and embark on unforgettable adventures together.
Unique and Engaging Features
- Recruit villagers to open restaurants, shops, and gardens. Task Yokai with gathering resources.
- Customize your player character with various hairstyles and outfits, and personalize your Yokai with accessories.
- Combine Yokai’s unique abilities and skills to create your ultimate team.
- Engage with charming NPCs who speak their own unique language.
Your Adventure, Your Way!
- Experience a captivating storyline as you strive to defeat the evil Yokai warlords who rule the land.
- Relive classic adventures in the Pixel RPG mode.
- Immerse yourself in a relaxing world of resource gathering, fishing, and exploration, accompanied by soothing music.
- Raise your favorite Yokai, build synergistic teams, and challenge formidable foes.
- Enjoy a relaxing solo adventure, indulging in fishing, building, exploring, and more at your own pace.
About RAYKA STUDIO
RAYKA STUDIO is an independent game development studio founded by industry veterans. We are committed to crafting games with passion and artistry, delivering fresh and exciting experiences that surprise and delight players. Our small team is united by a love for games and art, and our diverse playstyles and artistic visions are reflected in our creations. We strive to create engaging and thought-provoking games that enrich the lives of our players.
Game Information
- Title: Yokai Village
- Official Release Date: June 19, 2025
- [Steam Store Page](Link to Steam Store)
- Genre: Adventure / Casual / Indie / RPG / Simulation / Strategy
- Platform: Steam
- Supported Languages: Japanese / English / Simplified Chinese / Traditional Chinese
- Developer / Publisher: RAYKA STUDIO