I must eliminate them...ALL… 

Set in the densely cluttered streets of Kowlong, filled with obscurity and chaos, this battle action-adventure game casts players as the "Hyoki," an entity devoid of memory and physical form.

His only motive is to eradicate the monstrous beings known as "Slitterheads" crawling around the city, disguising themselves as humans.

Roaming the vibrant neon-lit cityscape, Hyoki must seek out allies among humans known as "Rarities," infiltrate and track dangerous organizations, and engage in battles harnessing the power of blood.

As the suspenseful drama unfolds, delve into the mystery behind Hyoki's existence and the appearance of the Slitterheads.

The battle for survival between humans and Slitterheads is about to begin… Bokeh Game Studio released the final collection of information ahead of its launch next week.

In the shadows and bustle of Kowlong lurks the enigmatic creature known as the Slitterhead, monstrous creatures that prey on human brains. In contrast, the spirit entity known as Hyoki, exists solely to eliminate every Slitterhead. As the fight unfolds, secrets about this world will be revealed, intertwining the fates of both humans and creatures in a narrative that gradually unveils the complexities of humanity itself.

Characters

Blake: The commander of "SPEU", organized to counter the threat of the Slitterheads. An elite with experience in the Marines, he makes decisive and at times, ruthless judgements to fulfill his objectives.

Betty: An elderly, wealthy woman, living in a mansion with a panoramic view of the city from the hillside. She suffers from leg ailments and always carries a cane, a keepsake from her late husband. She appears as if she has been waiting for Hyoki to come before her, greeting him with enigmatic messages.

Lisa: Coming from a troubled past, Lisa is the only nurse working at Alex's illegal clinic. She knows that Alex disappears into the night hunting Slitterheads, and worries for him.

Skills

Blake Skills

• Bloody Shot (Active): Generates a machine gun out of blood to attack the enemy. While holding down the skill button will allow continuous fire, it will massively deplete your blood level.
• Bloody Mine (Active): Converts blood pools into landmines within a set area. When foes step on them, it will detonate and deal critical damage.
• Bloody Gamble (Common): Attack the enemy with a handgun of blood. Hold the Skill button for continuous fire. While each shot increases in power, if your luck runs out, it may misfire and cause damage to you.

Betty Skills 

• Indomitable (Active): Temporarily increases Betty's defense by a significant degree and makes it harder to stun her. Damage bonus for hitting an enemy in mid-attack.
• Diabolic (Active): Converts blood pools into blades within a set area in front of her to damage enemies. Damage increases if multiple enemies are hit at same time.
• Lunatic (Common): Plants thoughts in host to continuously attack nearby enemies. Even if possession is withdrawn, attacks will continue until the effect ends.

SPEU

'SPEU' was formed in response to the growing threats posed by the Slitterheads. While their primary focus is on eradicating these creatures, their mission has expanded to include any unknown threats, which means that humans who appear to be 'Possessed' are also on their blacklist.

Some members hold shields which can almost completely negate frontal attacks, as well as "jamming" personnel who can temporarily seal blood weapons being made and skills being used. They stand as formidable adversaries against Hyoki.

Memory Fragments

During exploration, "memory fragments" can be found. Lost memories or objectives will return, and some abilities might even be regained.

Shrines

"Shrines" are placed in locations around the city. It is up to you to take on the challenge. While the enemies within are formidable, you will be rewarded items if you overcome the trials. You can see if there is a shrine in a mission on the Mission Menu, so take your most reliable Rarities with you.

Change Costumes

You can swap Rarities' costume and mask in the Intermission Menu. While you can collect these throughout the game, it will be difficult to acquire all of them.

The Overwhelming Power of Slitterheads

Slitterheads are mysterious creatures lurking in Kowlong, posing a threat to civilization. After consuming a human brain, they mimic the head and animate the corpse to disguise themselves as humans.

When preying on humans, they take on a "Pupal Form," with the human head replaced by a grotesque visage, extending tentacles to target their prey's brain. Slitterheads acquire memory and genetic information from the human brain, allowing them to imitate personalities. Each Slitterhead's behavior varies, ranging from aimlessly wandering the streets to manipulating humans at the core of large organizations.

When the human body they inhabit suffers damage, they switch to a new victim's body. However, they cannot operate independently or for long periods away from a host.

When they sense danger, they absorb the host's bodily fluids to grow into a "Complete Form," exposing their true nature and significantly increasing their power. They have integrated genes from various mimetic organisms, including insects, fish, and mollusks, resulting in a diverse range of appearances. While they primarily adopt a mantis-like posture, they can alter their form based on the situation, standing upright on two legs or climbing through gaps like a spider.

Key Features:

• Bodiless "Hyoki" Exposes the Demons Nesting in the Pleasure District: The entity called "Hyoki" finds himself wandering amidst the chaos of Kowlong, plagued by the enigmatic monsters known as "Slitterheads" which mimic humans. Though bereft of all memories, he holds one resolute intention: to eradicate every last Slitterhead. Infiltrating the city, he sets out on a mission to hunt down the Slitterheads masquerading within human society.
• Possession-based High Speed Action: Devoid of physical form, Hyoki's ability allows him to possess and control human bodies at will, turning the people wandering the city into his pawns. With this power he can slip through barriers, assume the identity of specific individuals, and infiltrate dangerous areas and organizations. By rapidly switching hosts, he can also traverse the city at high speed.
• Thrilling Combat Using the Power of Blood: While human bodies are fragile, Hyoki can burn their life force, turning blood into weapons to confront the ferocious Slitterheads. Even when critically wounded, he can continue fighting by switching hosts efficiently. By possessing "Rarities", specific humans who share high sync with Hyoki, he is able to unleash even more powerful attacks and activate various abilities. The cooperative relationship with these "Rarities" holds the key to uncovering the deepening mysteries in the city of Kowlong.

Slitterhead will feature a physical PS5 Day 1 Edition in North America distributed by XSEED Games at $59.99, including a physical copy of the game, a CD of original songs from the game composed by Akira Yamaoka, an artbook with over 100 pages filled with gruesome details, and a sticker sheet, all housed within a custom outer box.

Slitterhead is coming to PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC on November 8, 2024 at $49.99.