Hakuoki: Kyoto Winds for PC launches August 24

Hakuoki: Kyoto Winds will launch for PC via Steam on August 24, publisher Idea Factory International announced. It will be available in standalone, Deluxe Bundle, and Complete Deluxe Bundle editions, and cost 30 percent off its regular price for the first week of release.

The Deluxe Bundle includes the game and Deluxe Pack, which includes the original soundtrack, event scene collection, PC wallpaper, mobile wallpaper, and character art collection. The Deluxe Pack can also be purchased separately for $9.99.

The Complete Deluxe Bundle includes the game and Deluxe Pack, as well as the “Winds Treasure Box” downloadable content. The downloadable content can also be purchased separately.

Here’s an overview of the downloadable content:

Delve deeper into the fascinating lore of Hakuoki with this collection of six previously-untold stories where you’ll be able to explore the vibrant city of Kyoto. This collection includes routes with:

• Hajime Saito
• Heisuke Toudou
• Sanosuke Harada
• Shinpachi Nagakura
• Susumu Yamazaki
• Hachiro Iba

Here’s an overview of Hakuoki: Kyoto Winds, via Idea Factory:

Story

1863. As the end of the Bakumatsu period draws closer…

A lone Chizuru Yukimura travels from Edo to Kyoto in hopes of searching for her father who mysteriously vanished. As she ventures through the unfamiliar city in the dark of night, she is suddenly attacked by a gang of samurai. Amidst the chaos, a mysterious figure approaches her, hungry for the taste of blood.
As the threat of danger approaches, she is saved by none other than the Shinsengumi.

After their encounter, Chizuru lives with the men of the Shinsengumi to fulfill their common goal: seeking out her missing father. However, she slowly uncovers the Shinsengumi’s dark secret: The Furies. A group of men calling themselves “Demons” eventually confront the Shinsengumi, standing in opposition to their secret Fury identity.

Upon meeting these Demons, Chizuru is forced to come face to face with the secrets of her past. This story is about a girl who allies with the men of the Shinsengumi, who are struggling to uphold their faith in an era of rapid social change in Japan.

Key Features

• 12 Handsome Bachelors – Fall in love as these 12 bachelors battle for your heart in this historical fantasy!
• Over 80 Hours of Romance – With over 30 different endings, immerse yourself in the world of Hakuoki through its compelling tale of romance, friendship, and betrayal!
• Beauty at Your Fingertips – Fluid animation and vibrant art breathes life into this climatic era in Japan’s history! Then, view all of the art in a gorgeous photo gallery.