We’re so incredibly excited to announce the date for our first Early Access content update! Join us on September 11th for Tales of Seikyu: Bloom & Bond – the next instalment in the Tales of Seikyu story. We’ve packed this update with so many amazing new features and it won’t be long before you can dive in and uncover them all. Here’s a little preview of what’s coming…
[h2]Continue Your Story[/h2]
Bloom & Bond brings with it the next chapter of our story. Continue your quest to uncover your fox form and discover the secrets of your long-lost ancestry. Along the way, you’ll be able to help Kon master her human form, investigate the rival tanuki clan, learn more about Seikyu’s history, and bring harmony to the village. We can’t wait for you to experience even more mystery, intrigue, magic, and romance in this upcoming chapter ヾ( ˃ᴗ˂ )◞ • *✰
[h2]Customize Your Character[/h2]
It’s no secret that we’ve pushed ahead with our character customization plans, adjusting our schedule so that we could bring this to you as soon as possible. As of Bloom & Bond, you’ll be able to customize your character’s hair style and color, eye color, skin color, and lip colour.
If that wasn’t exciting enough, hair styles won’t be locked to a particular character model, meaning you'll be able to experiment with styles no matter whether you’re playing as the masculine or feminine character. We’ve also added a bunch of facial markings for even more customization, and you’ll be able to change the color of these too. Colors can be adjusted via sliders for the ultimate selection of hues and shades!
[h2]Meet New Villagers & Enjoy More Heart Events[/h2]
Introducing two new romanceable villagers: Mika and Kincho! Mika is the shy and easily flustered owner of the hot spring (more on that below) and Kincho is the mysterious leader of the tanuki clan! We’re delighted to be offering these two as romance candidates in this update, and you’ll be able to experience some truly magical heart events with these new arrivals.
That’s not all the romance you can expect in this update! We’re adding a whole bunch of heart events for existing characters. You’ll see new heart events for villagers you’ve already been romancing, such as Nyotengu and Hephaestus, as well as heart events for characters we know you’ve been waiting to romance, such as Yui, Leon, Sasaki, and more. Phew, that’s a lotta love.
[h2]Go on Dates at the Hot Spring[/h2]
With so much romance in the air, we figured it was time to give you somewhere to take villagers on dates. Enter the hot spring! This relaxing bathhouse is run by Mika, and it’s the perfect place to unwind after a long day exploring the ruins. You’ll also be able to invite villagers here on dates once you reach five hearts with them. Is there anything more romantic than chilling out in a hot spring under a clear night sky? We don’t think so! Dating is a brand-new mechanic to Tales of Seikyu, and it’s one we’ll be developing over time. For now, all we’ll say is that you should manage your calendars carefully. You wouldn’t want to accidentally schedule two dates at the same time, would you?
[h2]Raise Animals at Koiwa’s Ranch[/h2]
You know what goes hand in hand with farming? Ranching! You’ll be able to raise all kinds of farm animals at Koiwa’s Ranch, whether you’re a fan of traditional farm animals, like cows and sheep, or you’re interested in raising something more exotic, like capybara or crested ibis. Expect adorable animal interactions and plenty of produce to use in cooking and crafting.
[h2]Play the Tavern Mini Game and Earn Some Cash[/h2]
Between raising two willful boys and running Seikyu’s only bar, Shuten is a busy gal! Why not volunteer to help her out once in a while and earn some cash in the process? Our new tavern mini game sees you making drinks, preparing food, and filling orders in quick succession. The residents of Seikyu might be demanding, but we’re sure you’re up for the challenge!
And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. There’s lots of new stuff on the way, including new outfits, furniture, character interactions, quality-of-life updates, and more. Tales of Seikyu is available to play right now via Steam Early Access. Download the game now to be ready for our first content update!
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