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Ikumi Nakamura’s Kemuri Reveals Gameplay and Sets 2027 PS5 and PC Window

A State of Play trailer spotlighting yokai-possession mechanics confirms the game is moving toward release next year.

Overview

  • Sony’s State of Play presentation on June 2 showed Kemuri’s first extended gameplay and announced a 2027 release window for PlayStation 5 and PC.
  • UNSEEN explained core systems including the FOXWINDOW detection ability, forming contracts with yokai, and wearing yokai powers as 'Possession Apparel' that change combat and movement.
  • Players choose from three hunting styles—katana-focused hunter, bow user, or shaman—and can play solo or in online co-op with up to two other players.
  • The game adopts a manga-inspired, hand-drawn visual style and leans heavily on fashion and streetwear as part of character design and yokai-possession effects in Kemuri City.
  • Ikumi Nakamura’s new studio UNSEEN confirmed the project remains in active development with no firm release date yet and left structural details like open-world versus mission design unresolved, a gap likely to shape future coverage and player expectations.