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Fit check

Is Gurei worth it for you?

We tell you who should skip it, too.

Play it if you…

Good fit

Action players who want to choose the order of boss encounters
Players who enjoy gaining distinct combat abilities from defeated enemies
Adventure fans interested in Japanese mythology and secrets

Skip it if you…

Saves you a refund

Players looking for low-pressure fights may find the challenging bosses demanding
Players who prefer a fixed encounter sequence may not enjoy choosing the order of Kami fights
Players seeking an adventure focused mainly on exploration rather than combat may find the emphasis on boss fights limiting

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Our take on Gurei

The defining detail is that boss order is open: a Kami can be the first fight on one path and the final boss on another, with its strength determined by the path taken.

What is Gurei?

Play as Rei, a human spirit charged with defeating the Kami, mystical entities of nature.

Choose which Kami to fight and in what order; their strength is determined by the path taken. Each victory grants Rei a distinct skill, such as a stronger dash, an execution weapon, or healing. Combat also includes sword attacks, dodges, and head stomps. The Kami live in a surreal castle between the human and spirit worlds. As Rei progresses, she encounters creatures from Japanese mythology, along with side objectives, unusual animations, commentary, and secrets. Defeated Kami accompany Rei and absorb their personalities. Their remarks sometimes offer information about the lore or game mechanics.

How Gurei plays

01Player-chosen fight order: The same Kami can be fought at the start of one path or as its final boss on another.
02Skills from victories: Defeating each Kami grants a distinct ability, such as a stronger dash, an execution weapon, or healing.
03Castle encounters: Progress brings Rei into contact with creatures from Japanese mythology, side objectives, commentary, and secrets.
04Kami companions: Defeated Kami travel with Rei and sometimes comment on the lore or game mechanics.

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Gurei: platforms & release

Is Gurei worth it?

It is worth it if: action players who want to choose the order of boss encounters. Skip it if: players looking for low-pressure fights may find the challenging bosses demanding.