Yomifuda: Kanji Survivors

Bandalore Software · 2026-05-18

Bandalore Software · 2026Loading price…

An action rogue-lite that uses kanji recognition to fight Yokai, offering a playful, casual approach to learning Japanese.

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Release: 2026-05-18
Publisher: Bandalore Software
Studio: Bandalore Software

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