Cozy hand-painted adventure game Seina: A Tale of Spirits announced for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC

POFUPOFU STUDIOS revealed that their charming, hand-painted adventure game, Seina: A Tale of Spirits, is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam in 2026.

Here is an overview of the game, via POFUPOFU STUDIOS:

About

In Seina: A Tale of Spirits, you’ll embark on a relaxing adventure through a beautifully hand-painted world inspired by Japan’s nature and traditions. Explore peaceful forests and ancient shrines, meet friendly spirits, and piece together a heartwarming story told through visuals and atmosphere. The game encourages you to wander and discover hidden secrets at your own pace, offering a calming and reflective experience.

Story

Players join Mika, a young girl on a quest to find her lost cat. Her search leads her into a beautiful, peaceful world of spirits – a place built from nature’s memories, old shrines, and paths steeped in legend. Gentle spirits watch over her as she travels, sometimes offering guidance.

As Mika ventures further, she finds little stories woven into the world around her – places where the past and present meet, highlighting the importance of friendship, generosity, and appreciating nature. Rather than facing conflict, Mika connects with the environment and its unseen energies, realizing how everything is connected. The story gently unfolds through her discoveries, creating a moving experience built on small, peaceful moments.

Gameplay

In Seina: A Tale of Spirits, you’ll experience a calming adventure centered around exploring beautiful, hand-painted worlds and making close connections with gentle animal spirits. The game features simple puzzles and tells its story through actions, the environment, and visual cues – you won’t find a lot of talking or lengthy cutscenes.

Honestly, this game really wants you to chill and take things slow. It’s not about rushing through; it’s about looking around and exploring at your own pace. The world feels alive – when I, as Mika, wander through, spirits react to me, little shrines show me bits of the past, and if I actually look, I find tons of hidden secrets. It’s super rewarding if you’re willing to take your time.

Key Features

  • Hand-Painted Watercolor World – Explore environments created in soft watercolor tones, inspired by Japanese nature and folklore.
  • Cozy, Stress-Free Exploration – No combat, timers, or pressure. Just peaceful wandering and simple discoveries.
  • Friendly Animal Spirits – Meet glowing, charming spirits with unique personalities that enrich the journey.
  • Light, Accessible Puzzles – Designed for all ages, adding gentle interaction without disrupting the game’s calm atmosphere.
  • Non-Verbal Storytelling – The narrative unfolds through expressions, gestures, and atmospheric details rather than dialogue or text-heavy scenes.
  • Heartfelt Inspiration – A personal journey crafted by a solo woman developer, shaped by real experiences traveling through Japan.

Watch the announcement trailer below. View the first screenshots at the gallery.

Announce Trailer

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2025-12-09 19:02