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Unveiling Kunitsu-Gami's Origins in Captivating Bunraku Masterpiece

Dec 11,2024 Author: Emma

Unveiling Kunitsu-Gami

Capcom's new action strategy game, Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess, launched July 19th, and celebrated with a unique theatrical event showcasing Japan's rich cultural heritage. A captivating Bunraku puppet theatre performance, produced in collaboration with the National Bunraku Theatre of Osaka, served as a prequel to the game's storyline.

This innovative production, described as a "new form of Bunraku," blended traditional puppetry with cutting-edge CGI backdrops from the game itself. Master Puppeteer Kanjuro Kiritake brought to life Soh and the Maiden, the game's protagonists, in a specially crafted play entitled "Ceremony of the Deity: The Maiden's Destiny." The performance highlighted the deep connection between the game's aesthetic and the artistry of Bunraku, a form of Japanese puppet theatre using large puppets manipulated to a samisen (three-stringed lute) soundtrack.

The collaboration wasn't accidental. Producer Tairoku Nozoe revealed that game director Shuichi Kawata's passion for Bunraku heavily influenced the game's development. Even before the collaboration, Kunitsu-Gami already incorporated many Bunraku-inspired elements. The team's shared experience of a Bunraku performance solidified their decision to partner with the National Bunraku Theatre, resulting in this unique and visually stunning prequel.

The game itself, set on the defiled Mount Kafuku, tasks players with purifying villages by day and protecting the Maiden by night. Using sacred masks, players must restore peace to the land. Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess is available now on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox consoles, and is included with Xbox Game Pass. A free demo is also available across all platforms. Capcom's initiative successfully marries a beloved video game with a celebrated Japanese art form, offering a captivating experience for gamers and culture enthusiasts alike. Images showcasing the Bunraku performance and its integration with the game's visuals are available.

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