New Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin mobile game revealed

Video game publisher Toho has announced new details for its upcoming smartphone and PC game based on the world of Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin.

The new title, Sakuna of Rice and Ruin: Hinuka’s Traversing Spirit Tale, is one of three major new projects for the franchise that were first announced in November of 2024.

The original Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin is a celebrated title from the developer Edelweiss, which fused side-scrolling action combat with a deep and highly realistic simulation of traditional Japanese rice farming.

This new game is described as a “Rice Farming Simulation x Exploration Battle RPG” and it will be a free-to-play title with in-app purchases.

A new teaser visual for the game has been released, which showcases the protagonist, the harvest goddess Sakuna, in a new outfit.

The visual also introduces a brand-new character for the game, a princess named Hinuka.

It has been confirmed that Naomi Ōzora will be reprising her role as the voice of Sakuna.

The new character, Princess Hinuka, will be voiced by the actress and singer, Machico.

A teaser website and an official social media account on the platform X have also been launched to provide future updates on the game’s development.

In related news, an exhibit for Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin will also be held at Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries.

The display will be part of the ministry’s “Children’s Kasumigaseki Tour Day,” an event aimed at children and their families.

At the ministry, visitors will be able to learn interesting facts about rice alongside the character Sakuna and take photos with special standees and posters.

Attendees will also receive a free, exclusive sticker on a first-come, first-served basis.