Experience the strange and wonderful world of Tsuki and the people of Mushroom Village. The universe of Tsuki’s Odyssey is full of oddball characters, fishing adventures, and decorative items; it’s the perfect setting for a chill adventure game. You won’t have to worry about micromanaging Tsuki since she acts independently and provides a unique experience each time you come. It’s a game meant for older audiences, so it doesn’t include any of the usual kid-friendly features or content and may even surprise younger players.
TO THE TOWN OF MUSHROOMS AND OTHER QUEERNESS
Mushroom Village isn’t your typical quiet town—rather, it’s a hive of strange individuals and fascinating stories. The hamlet is the main location in the game, and it is populated with memorable individuals like Ken, the merchant on the road, and Yori, the existentialist fisherman. Mushroom Village’s non-playable characters (NPCs) have more nuance than a kiddie pool, and the town’s dynamic activities and unexpected happenings set it apart from other games’ static environments. The cat next door could spark a revolution; a simple stroll could lead you to priceless artifacts. The atmosphere is like that of a Wes Anderson film crossed with “Alice in Wonderland,” with none of the pretentiousness but all of the whimsical charm.
YOU CAN’T KEEP TSUKI AS A PET; HE’S A FREE SPIRIT
The fact that Tsuki is not its owner’s lapdog is a major differentiator between Tsuki’s Odyssey and other pet simulation games. It’s all up to this carrot-loving bunny. In most games where you take care of a virtual pet, you’ll need to feed it, clean it, and play with it to keep it happy. Tsuki, on the other hand, is an authentic nomad who sets their own rules. When you log in, you might discover Tsuki meditating in the peaceful town gardens or doodled mustaches on the election posters for the local mayor. In this journey, you play less of a direct role and more of a bystander in Tsuki’s story.
IT IS AWAKENING THROUGH FISHING
I love fishing! It’s the activity that has inspired poets and thinkers for millennia. In this game, fishing is more than a relaxing pastime; it’s a quest. Rainbow Fish are as hard to catch as a good internet connection in a basement. Still, you can reel in everything from common minnows to them not to mention the fun of experimenting with various fishing implements, from the most basic stick to cutting-edge rods that would make even Poseidon green with envy. Tsuki’s Odyssey fishing is as complex and rewarding as an onion, minus the tears—unless you’ve missed that one fish you really wanted.
DECORATIONS MAKE THE HOUSE A HOME
Putting your stamp on your home is more than a trend in Tsuki’s Odyssey; it’s a way of life. Envision yourself relaxing on stylish furniture from exotic materials you’ve worked hard to acquire. You have not entered an episode of “Fixer Upper” but are experiencing the pleasure of enhancing Tsuki’s home. Your home is a blank canvas for you to express yourself on, whether by hanging a priceless antique artwork that would make Van Gogh turn in his grave or by displaying a fish tank brimming with your most prized catches.
NOT MADE JUST FOR KIDS; NOT MADE FOR KIDS IN ANY WAY
Don’t be fooled by Tsuki’s Odyssey’s childlike enchantment. The game’s warning label reads “unsuitable for children under 13” for a good reason. Beyond the cutesy surface level, it delves into deeper thematic seas. Characters in Tsuki’s Odyssey offer existential dilemmas, and the game’s unobjectiveeality (such as debt) may make it inappropriate for younger players. There’s much more going on below that cheese, much like in a good lasagna.