NOROI KAGO: the Grudged Domain coming to Switch on August 28

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On August 28, as per the joint announcement from Toei Animation and Toydium, they will launch the yokai-themed cooperative survival horror game titled “NOROI KAGO: the Grudged Domain” for Nintendo Switch.

Initially released on January 23 through Early Access on Steam for PC, and subsequently fully launched on April 30, is the game titled “NOROI KAGO: the Grudged Domain.

Here is an overview of the game, via Toei Animation:

About

NOROI KAGO: The Haunted Realm” – a survival horror game set in the realm of Japanese supernatural entities called “Yokai”. Players, up to four at a time, can team up online, attempting to flee from a confined area swarming with these terrifying entities.

Key Features

  • Experience the Japanese Horror With Your Friends – Players must attempt to escape from the cursed domain where terrifying Yokai roam. By cooperating with up to three other players online, you’ll need to work together to hide from the Yokai, survive, and find your way out.
  • Unique Art Style That Conveys Japanese Horror – The game offers a terrifying experience with the atmosphere of Japanese horror. To enhance the horror experience, the game features a distinctive art style characterized by strong contrasts of light and shadow, inspired by the works of Shigeru Mizuki, the creator of GeGeGe no Kitaro. The lurking Yokai emerging from the dark greatly heightens the sense of dread.
  • Dealing With the Curse That Undermines Players – Players must contend not only with the Yokai but also with an agonizing curse. As the curse gradually consumes you, players may transform into terrifying half-Yokai creatures. Close cooperation between players is essential in overcoming this curse which is not only frightening but also a hindrance to your escape.
  • Dynamic Gameplay With Ever-changing Item and Device Locations – In order to escape, you must perform a ritual to break the seal. However, the items necessary for the ritual are hidden in different locations each time you play. Additionally, you’ll need to search for items that can stall the Yokai or revive fallen teammates, leading to a new experience with every playthrough.

Watch a new trailer below.

Switch Announce Trailer

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2025-07-10 16:01