New Stardew Valley-Meets-Fantasy-RPG Game Smashes Kickstarter Funding Goal

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Tales of Seikyu has surpassed its Kickstarter funding goals and amassed over 100,000 wishlists on Steam. In a display of enthusiasm from the gaming community, the captivating indie game adventure, blending elements of Stardew Valley and fantasy RPG, achieved these remarkable milestones within hours of launching its campaign.

In the realm of Tales of Seikyu, players are drawn into a fantasy farming simulation adventure situated in the mystical expanse of Seikyu, where yokai creatures thrive. The town is full of lively people that players can talk to, trade with, and even start romantic relationships with. Upon their arrival alongside companion Kon, players secure a countryside abode, initiating a chill rural existence. Within this RPG experience, players engage in farming, crafting, ranching, fishing contests, and delving into underwater ruins on the historic Yōkai Island during the Showa era.

Tales of Seikyu has had a tremendous Kickstarter campaign success. Within just 12 hours of its launch, the game had amassed over 100,000 wishlists on Steam and exceeded its funding goal, raising more than $275,000. This achievement underscores the popularity and appeal of the game's concept, as well as the strong community support driving its development forward and helping Tales of Seikyu become one of the great farming video games.

Tales of Seikyu promises players a plethora of engaging features and RPG mechanics to explore its world. Set on the island of Seikyu, with over 40+ types of seeds, players will cultivate crops, raise livestock, and craft unique recipes in a game clearly inspired by Stardew Valley. They will also be able to build and decorate with furniture, adding their personal touches to their place, as well as production tools to improve their work. The game offers players the opportunity to shape-shift through mysteries using divine masks, unlocking unique abilities, and uncovering hidden secrets scattered throughout the island.

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