Yami Kids: Dark Retro JRPG of Underworld Survival

9/22/2026, 9:10:08 AM

Release date: 9/22/2026

Tags: #creature-collector #exploration #turn-based-strategy #jrpg #party-based-rpg #rpg #strategy-rpg #strategy

User Reviews

Score: 81%Positive
Review Count: 31 reviews
Fetched At: 10/10/2026, 1:25:51 PM

Reference prices

Japan

¥ 1,800 (JPY)

Steam JP

$13.99 (USD)

Steam Global

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Japan Price: ¥ 1,800
Global Price: $13.99
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Sale Status: Regular pricing
Price Checked At: 10/14/2026, 8:40:20 AM

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Key highlight

Yami Kids is a dark, retro-styled JRPG where players collect over 80 Oni creatures to battle in turn-based strategy combat. Survive the mysterious Underworld as twins Yuki and Yuumi Yami in this single-player adventure.

Who this is for

Recommended for players who enjoy dark atmospheres and retro JRPG styles, with an interest in strategic monster battles.

Hardware Guide for Comfortable Play

Based on the game's recommended specs, showing a comfortable performance target and example parts (PassMark reference)

CPU

Game's recommended spec

10th Gen Quad core processor or newer

No PassMark data — please check the manufacturer's site

GPU

Game's recommended spec

GTX 760 (or equivalent) and up

Comfortable play target

6,271 pts(~130% above spec of 4,824 pts)

Parts near this range

Intel Arc A380E6,290 pts GeForce MX570 A6,217 pts Intel Arc A3806,329 pts

* Scores are reference values. Actual performance varies by in-game settings, resolution, and system environment.

Build a PC to match this performance (BTO Guide)

Details

Overview

Yami Kids plunges players into a dark, retro-styled world where survival hinges on monster taming and strategic battles. The narrative follows twins Yuki and Yuumi Yami, who find themselves thrust into the mysterious Underworld after a violent incident. This isn't just a journey of escape; it's a quest for rebirth and revenge.

Highlights

Creature Collector RPG: Collect and battle with over 80 unique Oni creatures, a core mechanic for overcoming challenges.
Dual Worlds: Navigate both the familiar Overworld and the enigmatic Underworld, each presenting distinct environments and tasks.
Retro Aesthetic & Strategy: Experience a classic JRPG feel with turn-based strategy combat, appealing to fans of the genre's roots.

Who It's For

This game is designed for players who enjoy creature collection mechanics, turn-based JRPGs, and dark fantasy narratives. Fans of retro aesthetics and strategic combat will find a compelling experience here. The story's themes of loss, violence, and rebirth may resonate with mature players.

Game Info

Yami Kids is a single-player adventure developed by Yanako RPGs and GameDevTosh, and published by Yanako RPGs and Silverbook Games Studio LLC. It features full controller support and is recommended for gamepad play. The game was released on September 22, 2026, and includes Steam Achievements.