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Ikai

Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch • 2022

Should you play it?

Fear and anxiety prevail after the darkest tales from Japanese folklore come to life in this first-person psychological horror game. Set in a feudal era, Ikai revolves around the priestess of a shrine struggling to defeat the spirits of her past and her present.

What works
  • Strong atmospheric horror and sound design
  • Unique seal drawing mechanic
  • Authentic japanese folklore setting
  • Stable technical performance
  • Short and focused gameplay
Things to keep in mind
  • Short game length
  • Some puzzles are obtuse or frustrating
  • Seal drawing can be overly precise and tedious
  • Story is shallow and abrupt
  • Limited enemy variety and challenge

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Why this game works

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  • Autonomy
    3

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  • Competence
    2

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  • Competition
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  • Continuation
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  • Cooperation
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  • Creativity
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  • Domination
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  • Escapism
    4

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  • Expectation
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  • Experimenting
    2

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  • Exploration
    2

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  • Expression
    2

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  • Fantasy
    4

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  • Fellowship
    -5

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  • Growth
    2

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  • Health
    -5

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  • Idle
    -3

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  • Intimacy
    -5

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  • Leadership
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  • Progression
    3

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  • Relaxation
    1

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  • Sensation
    3

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  • Status
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  • Story
    2

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  • Strategy
    1

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  • Thrill
    3

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  • Value
    1

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  • Violence
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  • Survival
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Last update: 13/07/2026