- The Japanese release of Ryuuguu no Miko is set for this winter
- Become the Divine Child summoned to the water city of Ryugu
- Experience seasonal interactions, card-based duels, and divine summoning rituals
Koei Tecmo and Ruby Party are reviving one of their most cherished otome franchises for its 25th anniversary. Harukanaru Toki no Naka de: Ryuuguu no Miko (try saying that three times quickly) has been revealed for iOS and Android, scheduled to launch this winter in Japan with pre-registration now available.
The visual novel series originally appeared on PlayStation in 2000, marking a nostalgic comeback with a contemporary mobile adaptation. This latest installment transports you to Ryugu, an aquatic realm governed by the dragon deity. You assume the role of the Divine Child, summoned from present-day Japan and encircled by the Eight Leaves, a band of heroes drawn from various historical epochs.
Ryuuguu no Miko weaves everyday moments—such as cohabiting, conversing, and even sharing rest with your chosen champion—into an epic historical tapestry. You'll journey across time to confront enraged gods and safeguard the space-time continuum. Our curated selection of the finest narrative adventure games for mobile highlights similar titles worth exploring.
Life in Ryugu extends beyond conflicts and romantic branching paths. Daily interactions evolve with the seasons, allowing you to nurture relationships during tranquil intervals before engaging in grander confrontations. Each member of the Eight Leaves carries a personal chronicle anchored to distinct historical periods, spanning from the Heian to the Edo era.
Combat employs a card-based system that blends frontline and rear-guard tactics with elemental advantages. You can streamline repetitive encounters using auto-battle and quick-skip functions, or immerse yourself in dramatic displays through Kamioroshi—a sacred invocation technique that calls forth devastating deific assaults. Veterans of the PlayStation iterations will recognize the familiar blend of action and narrative intensity.
For those seeking timeless romance, pre-register for Harukanaru Toki no Naka de: Ryuuguu no Miko via your preferred platform below. The game is currently exclusive to Japan, with no international release plans announced at this time.
