As part of a recent Dengeki information broadcast, Falcom revealed roughly 35 minutes of brand-new gameplay footage for its upcoming action JRPG Kyoto Xanadu.
The first instance of new footage, beginning at 23:22, consists almost entirely of dungeon traversal and combat, along with character interactions, culminating in a boss battle.
Then, the second showcase of new footage, which begins on the VOD at 46:13, highlights town life and character interactions. Turbo mode is also featured.
You can view the timestamped footage above.
Kyoto Xanadu alternates between two main gameplay pillars. In the real world, players explore Kyoto, attend classes at Hirasaka Academy to strengthen abilities, and interact with characters through chat and deck-building systems tied to action cards used in daily activities.
The other half of the experience takes place inside the Labyrinth. Here, players explore dungeon floors using 2D and 3D action gameplay. Combat revolves around Soul-Devices, combining melee attacks, ranged strikes, and special abilities. Each floor introduces different gimmicks tied to Guardian attributes.
The story begins in Kyoto, still Japan’s capital, 1,200 years after the capital’s relocation. Rei is introduced while fleeing through Kyoto’s streets after stealing a large sum of money from the criminal underworld. Cornered by pursuing yakuza, his escape is cut short when a mysterious otherworld suddenly manifests in the middle of the city.
Pulled into this abnormal space, Rei is attacked by creatures known as Greed. Then, a certain power awakens within him, manifesting as twin blades.
Kyoto Xanadu will be released for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, and PC via Steam in Japan on July 16, 2026.
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