Assemble Entertainment and Lugn Games have announced that Kioku: Last Summer, a cozy adventure game, will launch for PC via Steam on May 28. Players take on the role of Asti, a curious young girl who arrives on the island of Kioku to start a new life with her father. The story combines friendship, mystery, and discovery during a memorable summer, with fluid animation reminiscent of 90s Japanese cartoons.
Fluid animation and design inspired by the 90s 🌟
The Norwegian studio Lugn Games has opted for fluid animation that evokes the visual style of 90s Japanese series. Character movements and backgrounds are designed to offer an immersive experience without resorting to complex effects. The graphics engine prioritizes visual clarity and smooth transitions, allowing the island of Kioku to come to life at a leisurely pace. The art direction seeks to capture nostalgia without falling into direct imitation, relying on a warm color palette and soft shadows.
An island where mystery awaits you... and also the household chores 🏠
Because it's not all about exploring ruins and making friends: in Kioku: Last Summer, you'll also have to help your father with the housework. Yes, while you solve the island's mystery, remember that the trash won't take itself out. A touch of realism that will remind you that, even in a summer adventure, adult life always finds a way to sneak in. That said, at least the graphics are pretty.