Tails: The Backbone Preludes

Kitsune Tails invites players into a charming world inspired by Japanese mythology, where you assume the role of a young female kitsune—one of Inari’s fox-eared, bushy-tailed messengers—on a heartfelt hero’s journey. The adventure begins with a simple task of delivering a message but soon unfolds into a deeper story involving a kindly sorceress who becomes a romantic interest and a complicated rivalry with a childhood friend turned antagonist. As you explore five elemental-themed worlds and eerie haunted houses, you’ll uncover the reasons behind your friend’s jealousy and the mysterious imprisonment of your love interest within an elemental prison. The narrative intertwines themes of friendship, betrayal, and love, all set against a beautifully crafted backdrop steeped in folklore. Gameplay in Kitsune Tails blends classic platforming action with unique mechanics that allow you to unlock powers manifested as adorable outfits, each granting abilities like running, jumping, and dashing. You’ll interact with quirky enemies and environments, such as stomping on creatures called pangos to curl them into balls for kicking, or carrying lights through haunted areas to reveal secrets and fend off ghosts. The game also features over half a dozen minigames to earn coins and power-ups, with options to purchase additional boosts or adjust playstyles for easier progression. After completing the main story, a bonus world challenges players with demanding kaizo levels for those seeking a true test of skill. For creative players, Kitsune Tails offers mature open-source tools and Lua scripting support to design custom levels and minigames, extending the experience beyond the core campaign. Developed by the original team behind Super Bernie World, this title combines nostalgic platforming with fresh storytelling and engaging gameplay systems.