Kyoei Toshi

About

Kyoei Toshi is a survival thriller in the spirit of classic disaster games. You play as an ordinary man caught in a city under siege by massive, shadowy threats. The game emphasizes tense decision-making as you navigate crumbling environments, scavenge limited resources, and interact with other survivors. Your choices determine alliances and outcomes in a story where cooperation and betrayal often blur. Combat is minimal, replaced by stealth and evasion as you avoid or outmaneuver the looming dangers. The game’s strength lies in its grounded protagonist and relentless atmosphere. Unlike typical action-driven scenarios, Kyoei Toshi focuses on the psychological strain of survival, forcing you to weigh trust and self-preservation. Granzella’s development history shines in the polished tension, though the 2017 release date means it’s already well-seasoned. For PlayStation 4 owners seeking a slow-burn disaster narrative, this one leans heavily on mood and moral ambiguity.

Storyline

This is not the story of a hero—. It is your story. How does a human without any special powers survive the threat of a desperate situation brought about by the giant shadows approaching the city? The protagonist of this game is not a hero with special powers, but he is a great man burdened with a big mission. A normal human that you can find anywhere… that is the protagonist of this game. He will sometimes cooperate with and sometimes oppose his fellow humans while accomplishing his purpose in surviving the threat of the danger that relentlessly approaches. This is a depiction of the threat and drama that unfolds at the feet of the giant shadows.