Planned Release Date: January 2026

About This Game

Mask of Soul is a 2D Metroidvania action-adventure set in a world where the boundary between the living and the dead has collapsed. You play as Cheong-oh, a grim reaper and gatekeeper of the underworld, who hunts down escaped spirits to restore balance to the world.

Explore corrupted regions under the crimson moon, battle awakened demons with precise parrying combat, swap between unique mask-based abilities, and immerse yourself in an East Asian dark-fantasy world inspired by Korean mythology.

1. Precise, parry-centered combat

• Parry-driven combat with no blocking, Read enemy attacks and counter with precise timing—there is no “guard,” only skillful parries.

• Each boss demands different patterns, speeds, and timing.

• Successful parries open enemies for powerful counterattacks and brief stagger opportunities.

2. Combat styles that change through mask swapping

• Collect a variety of spirit masks throughout your journey.

• Each mask grants unique skills, stats, and action animations.

• Discover strategic mask combinations tailored to specific bosses or environmental mechanics.

3. An East Asian dark-fantasy world inspired by Korean mythology

• Reimagines traditional Korean fantasy elements—such as the underworld, yaksha, spirits, and seals—through a modern lens.

• Uncover the secrets behind the crimson moon and an ancient war.

• Features chilling yet mystical environments and creature designs.

4. Deep exploration in true Metroidvania style

• Each region features its own mechanics and environmental puzzles.

• Unlock new areas as you acquire new masks and abilities.

• Defeating bosses opens new routes and reveals hidden secrets.

5. Intense, high-stakes boss battles

• Mid-bosses and major bosses shaped by the game’s unique worldbuilding.

• Demonic forms awakened under the crimson moon.

• Classic boss design that emphasizes pattern learning and parry mastery.

6. East Asian–inspired dark art style

• Reinterprets traditional motifs, the underworld, folklore, and mythic beings through a modern aesthetic.

• A dreamlike yet ancient Korean–inspired dark-fantasy presentation.