Onigokko!

About

Onigokko! is a visual novel that mixes high school comedy with Japanese folklore. You play as Ura, a phantom thief whose reputation is ruined by an impostor. The story unfolds on Miyajima Island, home to three families descended from legendary heroes. Each family’s teenage member becomes a potential love interest as you navigate school life, figure out the mystery of your doppelgänger, and collect mystical relics. Dialogue and character interactions drive the plot, with branching paths leading to four distinct romantic routes filled with quirky humor and myth-inspired twists. The game stands out for its lighthearted take on classic legends and the way it weaves mystery into everyday high school antics. Players appreciate the four fully voiced routes, each offering different challenges and relationships. While the 2011 release date means it’s showing its age, fans of dating sims with a cultural twist still praise its creative scenario and the charm of balancing thief antics with teen romance. The PlayStation Portable version remains popular for on-the-go play.

Storyline

On Miyajima Island, known for its mythical history, a phantom thief has arrived. Ura, known throughout the world as a cunning trickster, has his name is tarnished by an unknown foe masquerading as him. But on this island reside the Three Great families, descended from some of legend's most storied heroes; Momotarou, Kintaro, and Otohime. These families work together to protect the Mystical Treasures and are sworn enemies of the phantom thief. Their youngest descendants, all high schoolers, have taken this oath and vowed to hunt down Ura. The twist? They're all schoolmates now! Join Phantom Thief Ura as he seeks out his impostor and befriends his rivals in a story centuries in the making... and perhaps snag a few Mystical Treasures along the way!