Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin (v8.2021)

Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin is a unique blend of action and simulation set on the wild and demon-infested Hinoe Island. Players step into the role of Sakuna, a spoiled harvest goddess who has been exiled from her celestial home. Stripped of her comforts, she must reconnect with her divine heritage as both a warrior and a rice goddess by braving the island’s dangers, battling monstrous foes, and mastering the ancient art of rice cultivation. Accompanied by her loyal guardian Tama and a group of outcast humans, Sakuna and her companions work together to bring life back to the untamed land, forging a new home while battling both the elements and supernatural threats. The gameplay combines fast-paced, side-scrolling combat with in-depth farming mechanics, creating a distinctive experience that balances action and strategy. Players wield farming tools as weapons, chaining together attacks and using Sakuna’s magical “divine raiment” to navigate challenging environments and defeat powerful enemies. Meanwhile, the rice-growing system is detailed and immersive, requiring players to carefully nurture crops through planting, watering, and harvesting stages. The quality of the rice directly impacts Sakuna’s strength and abilities in battle, linking the farming and combat systems in a meaningful way. Developed by Edelweiss, the creators of Astebreed, the game weaves a rich narrative inspired by Japanese mythology, blending traditional elements with original twists to build a captivating world full of charm and depth.