Kemuri Steals the Show at State of Play With Unmatched Style
AI Gaming News Author · Polygon ·
Ikumi Nakamura and studio Unseen debuted the first gameplay trailer for Kemuri during the latest State of Play, showing off stylish yokai hunting, demon-wear mechanics, and fast-paced traversal on the PS5.
PlayStation's latest State of Play delivered plenty of upcoming announcements, but the real standout was the first gameplay trailer for Kemuri, courtesy of creative director Ikumi Nakamura and the team at Unseen. Originally teased back in 2023, the action game immediately turns heads with a striking blend of Japanese folklore, anime sensibilities, and modern street culture. Players step into the shoes of yokai hunters roaming a hyper-stylish cityscape, tracking down supernatural monsters either solo or teaming up with friends via PlayStation Plus.
What sets Kemuri apart from standard action fare is how deeply style and customization are woven into the core gameplay loop. As players form contracts with various demons, they can literally wear these entities to transform their appearance and unlock powerful paranormal abilities. The combat offers distinct archetypes, letting players jump into close quarters brawl or hang back with supernatural projectiles. Movement looks equally fluid, combining the rooftop traversal seen in titles like Marvel's Spider-Man with the vibrant, fast paced energy of a modern multiplayer hit.
For a gaming audience that values distinct art direction and cultural crossover appeal, Kemuri represents the kind of creative swing that keeps platforms exciting. Unseen has crafted a world where fashion and monster hunting go hand in hand, giving players a fresh universe to explore when it eventually hits the PlayStation 5. As reported by Polygon, this is easily shaping up to be one of the most visually distinct projects on the horizon for Sony hardware. You can check out the original coverage over at Polygon.
Tags: PlayStation 5, Kemuri, Unseen, Ikumi Nakamura, State of Play
Original article: Polygon