Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess

"An adventure full of strategy, designed for both veterans and newcomers, and distinguished by its beautiful artistic direction. It&s;s hard not to grown attached to Soh and Yoshiro during their pilgrimage."

"If you missed out on this hidden gem from last year, now you have the chance to make up for it and enjoy a Switch 2 version that smells like a definitive edition."

"Kunitsu-Gami isn&s;t going to be for everyone, and even for those who do find it alluring, its gameplay loop might eventually start to wear thin. But it&s;s hard not to love something this creative, especially when its seemingly disparate gameplay …"

"Much like last year&s;s Exoprimal, Kunitsu-Gami: Path of The Goddess shows a Capcom willing to take risks. In this particular experiment, a tower defense/action strategy hybrid is bathed in Japanese culture with deliberate--sometimes slow--gameplay."

"Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess is a fascinatingly fun action-strategy hybrid with unique gameplay and impressive art design."

"Kunitsu-Gami is one of the most exciting titles of 2024 so far, with thrilling combat and strategy in such a beautifully designed world."

"I found myself enraptured by this game. Hooked on its combat-cum-strategy and constantly awed by the sights I saw, entertained by the steady flow of upgrades and the structure of the mission layouts. It broadened my horizons a little bit, …"

"Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess isn&s;t perfect, but it&s;s a fascinating game and one that begs for a more refined sequel that builds on its ideas. What&s;s here is still mostly great and should greatly appeal to fans of tower …"

"Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess for Nintendo Switch 2 is a remarkable port of one of 2024&s;s hidden gems and one of Capcom&s;s most distinctive games. While there are some graphical and optimization cutbacks, the action-strategy offering is just as …"

"Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess offers a stunning and memorable aesthetic that matches well with its unusual, but compelling mix of different genres. Capcom has proven why they&s;re one of the most successful and long-running developers and publishers out there, …"

"While Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess may not be the best action game or the best tower defense game around, Yoshiro and Soh&s;s journey is undeniably compelling. Thanks to great map, scenario, and enemy design, along with plenty of viable …"

"One of the impressive details of this industry comes with those games that break the established mold, going beyond all conventions and seeking to provide us with a rewarding and entertaining experience, and Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess fits perfectly …"

"Still, like its legion of dancers, Kunitsu-Gami has a good rhythm. The day and night cycles are paced smartly; there’s enough time to get your plan sorted out during the daytime, while still having to make tough decisions about what …"

"Kunitsu-Gami is a striking game both conceptually and visually, exactly the kind of experimental game that I wish we got more often. I just also wish it pushed itself a little further than it does. Offense runs the show in …"

"It&s;s a massive blemish on an otherwise fascinating game, unlike anything else I&s;ve really played. Not one that makes Kunitsu-Gami a complete non-recommendation, but absolutely one that tempers my praise somewhat. Capcom has still delivered something special with this release, …"

"Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess is a breath of fresh air. Its tireless commitment to its aesthetic, and enticing, varied gameplay make for a memorable experience. One that is as charming as it is enthralling. In an era where Capcom …"

"At a time when larger gaming companies are more averse to taking any risks and seem more interested in riding established IPs or developing new live service games, Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess is a refreshing new entry that tries …"

"Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess is a wonderfully innovative fusion of genres that managed to take me on a journey from frustration to being totally absorbed in the world that it offers. Across a lengthy campaign, everything comes together to …"

"An easy-to-grasp premise coupled with a campaign with an abundance of clever twists and turns, Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess stands as one of Capcom&s;s most interesting ventures into smaller-scale experiences yet. A game that doesn&s;t shy away from its …"

"Kunitsu-Gami isn’t particularly deep. However, it makes the most of all its many concepts, and outside the few dull moments of downtime, it’s always pushing you to think carefully and take in every part of its richly realized world. There’s …"

"Kunitsu-Gami is exactly the sort of thing we need more of, the kind of game that you kid yourself used to crop up regularly in generations gone by."

"By the end, when there are half a dozen paths for the demonic horde to get to Yoshiro and end her life in three hits, the fact that it all seems manageable is a triumph of good, accessible game design. …"

"Expertly paced and bursting with fresh ideas, Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess kicks down the door of the real-time strategy genre like few others, combining energetic action with spectacular demon slaying."

"Kunitsu-Gami was a real surprise. A solid blend of strategy and action that incorporates aspects of Shinto and Japanese folklore to create a visually stunning experience. It&s;s a great showcase for Switch 2, even if mouse controls might not quite …"

"Kunitsu-Gami&s;s a gorgeous and engaging take on the tower defence formula."

"If you&s;re looking for a game to highlight how different the Switch 2 experience can be, look no further than Kunitsu-Gamin: Path of the Goddess. The unique combination of action and tower-defense strategy-enhanced by the stunning graphics and art direction-make …"

"Kunitsu-Gami’s story is light but effective, with every moment delivered through simple choreography free of dialogue. I was more invested in the upgrade loop than the story and felt it ended without an emotionally satisfying conclusion, but I enjoyed making …"

"Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess, as we said, is a nice breath of fresh air for its ability to create a mixture of different genres that, in a very simple and linear way, puts us in the shoes of a …"

"Kunitsu-Gami is an intriguing action/strategy hybrid that provides consistently fresh gameplay and relaxing moments. If you&s;re not a fan of strategy or action games, I&s;d still recommend this game since it&s;s an experience that manages to transcend either genre thanks …"

"It might not feel quite as new as its billing, but Kunitsu-Gami is still a lovely little game, with a seriously engrossing hook that&s;ll have you wishing it was longer than it actually is. The plates it keeps spinning are …"

"Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess, developed by Capcom, brings good and stylish action to its gameplay, while incorporating strategy elements to slow it down. If you like a tactical side mixed with your action, then you’re going to love what …"

"Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess presents us with an interesting combination between tower defense and hack and slash, where the player has enough tools to face each challenge in the way they like best. The pacing is addictive, and there …"

"Before playing Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess, I was intrigued by a new Capcom IP, but had no desire to play a tower defense game. I ended up being pleasantly surprised with the creative way Capcom fused tower defense with …"

"Kunitsu-Gami constantly encourages players to stay engaged, whether that be because they have to plan out the maiden’s path, actively fight enemies during the night, or craft their own interpretation of its mostly dialogue-free narrative. While some parts of the …"

"Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess is light on overt storytelling, but packed with satisfying, entertaining action strategy gameplay. It&s;s worth a look."

"Capcom&s;s new franchise takes another stab at combining action and strategy game genres, and it does so with great success. This tower-defense-like pits you against varied hordes of enemies across diverse challenge stages dripping with style, and it&s;s a lot …"