Kakehashi Games and Japanese hip-hop group-turned-developer Don Yasa Crew are thrilled to announce that their upcoming 2D top-down action title, Sonokuni, is set to launch on PC via Steam in early 2025.
New Details Revealed at the PC Gaming Show Most Wanted Showcase 2024
During the showcase, fans got an exclusive sneak peek of Sonokuni, including:
- A New Soundtrack Track, “DO”
A fresh track from Sonokuni‘s award-winning soundtrack was revealed and can be enjoyed in full on YouTube. The visceral beats, crafted by Don Yasa Crew, punctuate every moment of this intense action game. - Updated Playable Demo
A new demo is now available on Steam, featuring challenging mirrored stages and a preview of the game’s much-anticipated Speedrun mode. - Speedrun Mode
This newly unveiled mode will be available at launch, testing players’ speed and precision as they strive for the best completion times. Precision and efficiency will be key to mastering this mode, which pushes players to the bleeding edge of their skills.
About Sonokuni
In Sonokuni, players assume the role of Takeru, a lone assassin infiltrating a surreal superpower fueled by biotechnology. Inspired by Japanese mythology, the game explores the morality of violence as Takeru fights to defend her people while uncovering the dark secrets of her foes. The story is complemented by the raw, energetic beats of Don Yasa Crew’s soundtrack, immersing players in a biopunk world unlike any other.
Features of Sonokuni
- 2D Top-Down Action
Fluid combat mechanics combine with a unique biopunk aesthetic for a one-of-a-kind gameplay experience. - Narrative Inspired by Japanese Mythology
A compelling story that balances themes of morality and vengeance, told through the lens of a stylized biopunk world. - Dynamic Soundtrack
Featuring tracks from Don Yasa Crew, the music amplifies every moment of gameplay with an intense, raw energy. - Speedrun Mode
Test your skills with mirrored stages and time-based challenges that reward speed and precision. - Stealth and Combat Variety
Employ strategy and agility to overcome enemies, choosing between stealth or direct confrontation.
Play Now and Wishlist Sonokuni on Steam
The updated demo is live on Steam, offering players an early look at Sonokuni. Add the game to your wishlist on Steam and prepare for its highly anticipated release in early 2025.
Play the Demo
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About Don Yasa Crew
Don Yasa Crew is a seven-person Japanese hip-hop group that transitioned into game development during the 2020 pandemic lockdowns. Unable to perform live, they channeled their creativity into creating Sonokuni, a game infused with their unique “have-not-hip-hop” style and biopunk storytelling inspired by Japanese mythology.
About Kakehashi Games
Founded in Tokyo in 2013, Kakehashi Games is a boutique publisher dedicated to bridging the gap between East and West. Over the past decade, they have released over 300 acclaimed indie titles in Japan, including Hollow Knight, Sea of Stars, Dead Cells, and Eastward. As of 2023, Kakehashi Games has expanded globally, bringing Asia’s finest indie games to players worldwide.
Learn more at Kakehashi Games.
