Roguelike Deck-Builder 'Worlds Upon The Wind' Launches July 24 on Steam
The game integrates kanji learning and Japanese art history into a roguelike deck-builder, appealing to both genre fans and language learners.
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Independent developer Max Shawabkeh announced that 'Worlds Upon The Wind' will release on Steam on July 24. The roguelike deck-building game uses over 300 types of kanji as cards, set in a world shattered into fragments. Players rebuild society, make choices affecting deck and future runs. The game also includes a gallery tracing Japanese art history and kanji learning mini-games. It currently does not support Japanese.
The deck is built from over 300 kanji, each with distinct effects. Over 200 narrative choices influence both the story and the deck. Fifteen animal companions offer abilities after building friendships. A gallery mode traces Japanese art history from ancient scrolls to ukiyo-e. For learners, the game includes kanji mini-games, a kana display option, and a dictionary tooltip. The game currently lacks Japanese language support.
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