Kyonshies 2

About

Kyonshies 2 is a 1987 adventure game from Taito for the Famicom. It merges menu-based exploration with bursts of action as players navigate a town searching for clues about vampiric Jiang Shi creatures. Using directional commands, you interact with objects and characters, uncovering secrets while preparing for sudden combat encounters. The game balances puzzle-solving with moments of reflex-based gameplay. The game stands out for its unusual subject matter and genre blending. Though tied to a Japanese film about hopping vampires, it functions as a standalone experience with a cultish charm. Its mix of adventure mechanics and action sequences reflects Famicom-era experimentation. While not part of a larger gaming series, it remains a niche example of 80s adventure titles that prioritized atmosphere and quirky threats over complex storytelling.

Storyline

Kyonshis 2 is an action adventure game by Taito and is based on the movie in the same name, which in turn was a sequel to a movie known in the west as Mr. Vampire. The game itself does not have a predecessor: while Phantom Fighter is based on the previous movie in the series, the game came after this one and is unrelated. The game plays like a graphical adventure game with menu commands, a popular Famicom genre at the time, with additional action sequences. The player must walk around town hunting for clues about the roaming Jiang Shi (Kyonshi) while occasionally fighting said creatures and other enemies.