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Haiju

Gather the 36 Heavenly Wind Bells from across otherworldly landscapes drawn from Japanese mythology. Charge through enemies and glide over vast gaps in a high-speed action platformer charged with electric energy.

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Parable Acetate
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About the Game

Plot

Play as Raiju, an electric dog spirit searching for his missing brother Fuju, a Benevolent Wind Spirit whose disappearance has thrown the winds into chaos. With powerful yokai emerging in his wake, collect the 36 Heavenly Wind Bells to unlock the path forward and bring him home.

Play Your Way

Haiju is a classic collectathon at heart, with optional RPG elements for players seeking deeper narrative and worldbuilding, designed so neither system ever interrupts the flow of the other. All dialogue and NPC interaction is entirely optional, woven into the RPG layer for those who choose to engage with it. Drop in for a short session or stay for the long haul. 

The World

Haiju is rooted in traditional Japanese mythology and folklore, bringing ancient spirits, sacred landscapes, and timeless legends to life across every realm.

Boss Fights

The deeper you dig into Haiju's world, the more secrets reveal themselves. Seek out hidden boss battles that demand skills beyond the standard game, and track down the wise sages to learn the abilities needed to topple these ancient foes.

Features

  • Explore an expansive array of spirit realms, each connected to a grounded central hub world

  • Glide across vast distances to reach hidden paths and secret areas

  • Scorch yokai with Raiju's electrical shock attack

  • Channel the thunderous Taiko drum to charge through obstacles at high speeds

  • Uncover ancient lore through the spirits and villagers you meet along the way

  • Solve environmental puzzles woven into the landscape itself

  • Collect Heavenly relics to complete each realm

  • Revisit each realm to uncover new NPC interactions and tackle time challenges

Inspiration

Spyro the Dragon meets Okami, with a hint of Princess Mononoke

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