Boinihi: The Ki Codex

Boïnihi: The K’i Codex is an exploration adventure set on a distant moon. You play as a Terran astronaut who, after wandering through space for four years, lands on the uncharted moon where Boïnihi, a mysterious hermit, once lived alone. Boïnihi was one of the few survivors of Day Zero, a terrible event from long ago.

Explore the moon

You visit four regions: Peibin Lake, Library Island, Ailhon Woods and Hydra Crest. The game uses a hybrid approach, combining first-person exploration with a three-dimensional character moving across prerendered backgrounds. You pick up items, search for clues and progress through the story by solving logical puzzles.

Decode the K’i Codex

Observation and learning the world’s codes are central to solving the puzzles. You gradually work out how to decode the K’i Codex, a hand-painted book made by Boïnihi, and can take notes as you explore. The game takes around 7–12 hours without a walkthrough.

Music and performances

The game includes 3D animated videos and 12 original music tracks by Yazorius, featuring instruments with an Asian- and Oriental-sounding style. Klemens Koehring voices both the Hero Astronaut and Boïnihi.