John Smith

Gamer. Texan. Gundam fan.

[Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess @Kunitsu_Gami]

#5 - Creating an Eerie World: Defilement and Udumbara

A fairly straightforward concept: an insect possesses a villager, causing their body to harden and transform into a chrysalis, vaguely evoking the image of a Konaki-jijii yokai. Its face is marked with curse-inspired symbols. It restrains victims with countless arms, covers their heads, and brands them with a curse.

The Udumbara was inspired by the mythical Udumbara flower and a rough concept sketch I'd drawn earlier. I wanted the silhouette to resemble a crowd of vaguely human-like figures gathered in worship. In Photo Mode, you'll notice countless Udumbara flowers growing in dense clusters, conveying an unsettling feeling.

The forehead merely resembles a face in prayer, while its true face is located on its throat. The eerie/unnatural quality was also achieved through intentionally dropped frames in animation—giving its movements a disjointed appearance.

From a design standpoint, it's one of my personal favorites.

[Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess @Kunitsu_Gami]

#4 - Hitouban is Rokurokubi

From a gameplay perspective, it's only natural we needed an aerial-based enemy to counter Gaki's ground.

Rokurokubi is not only known for its stretching neck, but in some depictions its head can also fly freely, which became the initial inspiration. For creativity, I first focused on defining the enemy's gameplay role—considering a flying enemy easily defeated by Bows would likely create design problems.

I thought it'd be interesting if its descending attacks interfered with the player's units. This led to its current behavior: it flies, descends, and uses curses to confuse and immobilize units. After that, the rest of the concept fell into shape naturally. Its flying has a swimming-like motion, and it transforms into a face when it descends to cast its curse.

[Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess @Kunitsu_Gami]

#2 - Making the Seethe Slightly Scarier Than Yokai

The initial concepts evolved from early sins to local folklore and legends of mountain communities.

Core concepts:
Spiritual withering (via sin/corruption)
Emaciated appearance (symbolizing thirst/deprivation)
Retaining traces of humanity
Beauty/ugliness (in color schemes/shapes)
Possessing ears and mouths, but no eyes
Manifestations born from human wrongdoing

Individual Seethes are a mix of original creations and expansions on traditional folklore. Their names were chosen to resemble familiar yokai names.

[Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess @Kunitsu_Gami]

Director Kawata is sharing unseen design notes of Kunitsu-Gami and the Seethe!
Please enjoy this 30 part series!

#1 - The Seethe and Defilement

Inspired by heavenly sins, the defilement parasitically clings to human-made objects and hinders daily life. A shadow is cast wherever humans leave their mark and serves as a guide for the Seethe. Hands are a major design motif to convey themes of taking and stealing. At night, they extend their claws and advance, with their hand movements serving as signals to support their kin.

Instead of graphic horror, I aimed for creepiness and the uncanny. Fingers and hands are depicted precisely, while the rest remains abstract. Thanks to the animators and environment artists, the backgrounds feel alive, creating the atmosphere of a suspicious and eerie nighttime festival.

[John Smith @KojiroDoku]

@Bucky_cm I feel you all filled a void that's been in this genre for a while now. I am personally loving every moment of it. Been here since the first console drop and I've been amazed at the progress up to 1.0. Well deserved success.

[Bucky | Palworld @Bucky_cm]

What is happening??? 🤯

[Palworld @Palworld_EN]

📅 Haven't played Palworld since 2024?
Well, here is a quick look at everything that has been added to the game up to now!

Only 1 week to go until Palworld 1.0!

[Palworld @Palworld_EN]

🚨 Revamped World & Story!
Unravel the island's mysteries through a series of story-driven missions!

Vast new areas to explore, and existing areas improved to make them feel more alive!
Get ready for a fresh new adventure on Palpagos!

Palworld 1.0 arrives July 10!

[Palworld @Palworld_EN]

Palpagos can be a scary place for little guys, so it’s best to team up with a Pal!

That's what these guys did! Say hello to Dualith!🤲

Palworld 1.0 is out on July 10!

[Monster Hunter @monsterhunter]

Where would hunters be without their faithful furriends at the Support Desk.

Here's a look at the design process being creating them.

[Dragon's Dogma @DragonsDogma]

Dark Arisen's signature loot-based gameplay returns as the Relic Expedition Cycle in #DD2DA.

Powerful spoils of war called relics lie dormant in Norgan. Recover these relics and have them appraised at your home base to discover their true potential for Arisen and Pawn alike.

With enough luck, you may discover powerful gear that will prove crucial in combat against formidable foes.

Unlimited opportunities for challenge and rewards await!

[Dragon's Dogma @DragonsDogma]

Norgan, the far North, serves as the stage for this new adventure in #DD2DA.

These frigid lands are home to savage hordes and creatures of unbelievable power. Those who are capable of vanquishing such fearsome foes, or those who possess a keen eye for exploration, will find themselves rewarded with powerful relics.

Test your resolve in this icy, unforgiving land!

[Dragon's Dogma @DragonsDogma]

An overview of Dragon's Dogma 2 🔥

#DD2 #DD2DA

[Dragon's Dogma @DragonsDogma]

Your unwritten epic begins.🔥

Dragon's Dogma 2 returns as Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, October 9, 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, & Nintendo Switch 2.

The dynamic fantasy world is expanded with new tales and thrilling encounters. Available as a bundle, or as a separate expansion DLC on existing platforms.

#DD2DA

[Nintendo of America @NintendoAmerica]

Explore the all-new Norgan region alongside your Pawn companions and experience the return of the Relic Expedition Cycle in Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on Oct 9. #NintendoDirect @CapcomUSA_

[Monster Hunter @monsterhunter]

Introducing Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance, the massive expansion to #MHWilds. Soar into a land above, wield new abilities, and hunt legendary monsters in Master Rank! 

Prepare for Elder Dragons. The next era of Monster Hunter begins in 2027 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

[Onimusha: Way of the Sword @OnimushaGame]

Wow, what is this place? Is it still in Japan? It's kind of spooky...

[Monster Hunter @monsterhunter]

Whoa…Hunters have so many cool weapons, just like Hugh! What weapon do you think I should use?

I'll be hearing your best arguments in the replies! 😤

[Monster Hunter @monsterhunter]

So gravity keeps the soup and noodles all in the bowl TOGETHER? Oooh! I wanna try it so badly!

Felynes are so amazing! That means cats must be great chefs in the Forbidden Lands! Right?

[Monster Hunter @monsterhunter]

Hunters fight all these huge monsters and they can't hack them? Maybe bots aren't that bad after all!

Hear that, Hugh? The next time we fight a big bot, we need to be more like those Hunters!