Bleeding Sun

Bleeding Sun is a linear game about Yori Takenaka’s return to his home after 15 years away. He sets out to face Ichiro, the man who killed his father, Akio, and must improve his fighting skills and rebuild the Takenaka House by allying with people who once supported his father.

Yori’s story

Yori had a happy childhood with his father Akio and the other members of the Takenaka House. That changed when Ichiro arrived to settle old disputes, accompanied by the powerful witch Chiyo. Ichiro defeated Akio and Akio’s best friend Kenzou. As Ichiro moved to kill Yori, the ninja Tsuru arrived and escaped with Yori and Kenzou, but could not save Akio. Knowing Ichiro would keep pursuing Yori, Tsuru took him far away to keep him safe. The campaign follows Yori and his allies as they grow stronger to take on Ichiro.

Turn-based battles

Battles use a classic turn-based system: you choose all attacks first, then they are carried out in sequence. Four characters have distinct playstyles, characteristics and combat limitations. Your choices affect character progression, leading to different abilities and attributes.

You manage items carefully, since each one counts, and can craft items continually. Crafting takes time, so using more items than you can craft can be dangerous. The campaign lasts 3 to 4 hours and is divided into 6 acts, with 6 possible endings shaped by your choices.

New Game+

In New Game+, most battles are removed, making it easier to explore different choices and endings.