Sunday, 31 October 2021 00:38

Yokai Inn Interview: Shiba Pixels Talks Life Sims, Japanese Folklore, and More

Written by Hank Whitson
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The developer behind Harvest Moon, Animal Crossing, and Studio Ghibli-inspired life sim Yokai Inn details its themes, systems, and development.

Fans of Studio Ghibli, life-sims, and Japanese folklore should watch Yokai Inn. The upcoming indie game places players in charge of a charming hotel, restaurant, and bathhouse frequented by spirits from traditional Japanese folklore, while drawing on the beautiful aesthetic of Studio Ghibli films. Like Stardew Valley, Yokai Inn will feature crafting, foraging, farming, and cooking to satisfy the inn's otherworldly patrons. The game is primarily the work of a single developer, Shiba Pixels, who is handling everything from programming and pixel art to writing and game design.

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