Came across this on pcgamer and it got my attention on what Gacha games can be like visually.
There has been a lot of similar games to Genshin Impact the latest being ZZZ or Brown Dust 2 when I was walking the halls of Tokyo Game Show in 2025.
But Joker Studio and Netease Games have crafted a visually distinct Gacha game rooted in a pirate theme. The gameplay seems like standarad Gacha Games mechanics with turn based systems.
But the battles are dazzling from the start. Activating an ultimate attack coats the screen in bright red as your character unsheathes their sword and slices through enemies with a swift strike. A simple buff ability makes them combust into a rage and let out an amusing little battle cry. Your partner can toss bombs that bounce and go off with a satisfying pop. And if you’re lucky with your dice rolls, a bright smear of pink will cover the screen to indicate you’ve earned a surprise bonus turn. Even though the mechanics of it all are pretty simple, the way it’s presented had me happy to be along for the ride.
Art Flair
The art flair and visual style of Sea of Remnants stand out as unique creations, thanks to the artists’ visionary approach of Takayuki Takeya (Kamen Rider) and Ryu Oyama (Godzilla), these 2 japanes artist are sculptors! Alongside Ashley Wood (UNDERVERSE Toys) known for his impactul toy design oil paintings.
By infusing traditional pirate imagery with contemporary elements, the design team has crafted a distinctive aesthetic that captivates players. It has a toyetic feel with a
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Their commitment to blending diverse influences, from classic pirate lore to modern manga, results in characters that are not only visually appealing but also resonate with a wide audience. This artistic direction ensures that Sea of Remnants presents a fresh take on a beloved genre, setting it apart in the landscape of game design.
The team is working closely with Japanese artists like Takayuki Takeya and Ryu Oyama, alongside Ashley Wood, with whom the studio worked on Identity V. These international insights helped the team create something with a unique visual flair – and in free-to-play titles such as this, creating engaging characters that people want to invest in is key to sustaining the experience. In fact, the ability for players to invest in these characters beyond the screen has evolved in recent years: in-person events, for example, have become a growing pillar not just in terms of sustaining and building communities, but also in increasing revenue.
Via Games Industry Biz : https://www.gamesindustry.biz/a-sea-of-remnants-studio-visit-offers-a-rare-glimpse-inside-netease
Links:
https://blog.playstation.com/2025/06/04/oceanic-action-rpg-sea-of-remnants-revealed-for-ps5
steam wishlist
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3633680/Sea_of_Remnants
Joker Studio
X: https://x.com/JokerStudioEN
Website: https://www.joker-studio.com
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