Capcom is dropping something seriously unique with Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess. It’s not just another action game—it’s a mashup of hack-and-slash combat, real-time strategy, and tower defense, all wrapped up in gorgeous visuals inspired by Japanese folklore. You play as Soh, a masked warrior protecting the divine maiden Yoshiro, who’s on a mission to cleanse a corrupted mountain.
The gameplay loop is super cool. During the day, you explore the map, clear corruption, and rescue villagers who can be assigned different combat roles—like archers, sumo-style brawlers, or cannons—using collectible masks. Then at night, it’s go-time: waves of creepy enemies called the Seethe come swarming in, and you’ll have to fight them off in real-time while commanding your squad. It’s like Pikmin, Overlord, and a Capcom action game had a baby—and it works.
Soh can parry, dodge, and chain together flashy attacks, but you’re not just button-mashing. Positioning your units and giving smart commands really matters, especially during big boss fights, where things get hectic. As you go, you’ll earn Musubi, a kind of in-game currency used to upgrade abilities, unlock new villager roles, and boost your gear.
Now let’s talk visuals. This game is built in the RE Engine, and it shows. The art style is absolutely stunning—think painted dioramas mixed with glowing magic effects and spooky creature designs. Every level feels handcrafted, and the music? It slaps. Traditional Japanese instruments like shamisen, koto, and taiko drums create this mystical vibe that totally pulls you into the world.
Performance-wise, Kunitsu-Gami runs smoothly across platforms. PC players get extra bells and whistles like ray tracing and DLSS, while console players can expect stable 60 FPS. Some users reported small frame drops during chaotic battles, but Capcom’s already pushing out patches to keep things clean.
In short, Kunitsu-Gami is something different, and that’s what makes it exciting. It’s not just pretty—it’s fun, strategic, and full of personality. If you’re into games that mix genres and do their own thing, this one should absolutely be on your radar.
