Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories recently gained attention for including a system that allows its eponymous protagonist to grow in size.
Indeed, this upcoming PS5 RPG from Koei Tecmo takes the “you are what you eat” mantra and turns it into a gameplay mechanic, with the heroine absorbing all kinds of abilities depending on what you give her.
It’s a bit like Kirby but with anime waifus – and yes, there’s a swimsuit costume set if you go for the Ultimate Edition.
Speaking of which, pre-orders are now live on the PS Storein the following formats, according to the press release:
Standard Edition ($69.99/£54.99)
- A copy of the game
- Pre-order bonus: Atelier Karia: limited poses and frames for photo mode
- Includes five different poses and three types of frames that can be used in photo mode. (Can only be used in photo mode. This content may become available for purchase or for free separately at a later date.)
Digital Deluxe Edition ($79.99/£64.99)
- A copy of the game
- Pre-order bonus: Atelier Karia: limited poses and frames for photo mode
- Atelier Karia: Colorful collection
- A set of costume palette changes for each character (two per character, 16 total), a Snack Band accessory, and the Snack Bands recipe. When equipped, Snack Bands increase the amount collected when snacking and the number of ingredients obtained when snacking. (Costumes are available after unlocking the base building and placing a locker room. (Relevant characters must also have joined your party.) Accessories can be checked from the container and recipes can be checked after unlocking the synthesis. Other editions containing this product exist. Be careful not to make duplicate purchases. The main game is also available to purchase as a standalone product. Be careful not to make duplicate purchases.)
Ultimate Edition ($114.99/£94.99)
- A copy of the game
- Pre-order bonus: Atelier Karia: limited poses and frames for photo mode
- Atelier Karia: Colorful collection
- Ultimate Edition Purchase Bonus: “Midnight Märchen” Costume for Karia
- Season Pass Purchase Bonus: Infinite Uni Pouch Set
- A set of three different Uni Pouches that change the appearance of the Uni you throw.
- Season Pass Content
- The swimsuit set will release alongside the main game. All other Season Pass content is expected to be released by the end of July 2027.
- Swimsuit set (one suit per character, eight total)
- “The Secret Book of Noctrem” Recipe Unlock Pack (a set of recipes for combat items and accessories)
- Additional card 1
- Additional card 2
- The swimsuit set will release alongside the main game. All other Season Pass content is expected to be released by the end of July 2027.
The game launches on February 25, and all purchases made before March 10 will come with an “early purchase bonus” of the “Crimson Requiem” costume and “Training Badges” recipe. These increase your XP gain after the battle.
You can check out the latest story trailer above.
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