Yokai Landlord: Haunted Homecoming on Switch!

Publisher FINE and developer Shadow Glove have recently announced that their werewolf-themed social deduction game, “Yokai Landlord: Monster Mystery!” will be getting a Switch port. This exciting news comes as the game is set to launch on the Nintendo Switch on December 25th, after being available on PC via Steam since April 2025.

In “Yokai Landlord: Monster Mystery!”, players take on the role of a landlord in an apartment building, tasked with uncovering the Yokai hiding among the residents. This is not only a mystery adventure but also a heartwarming story of character growth.

The game’s story begins with the player inheriting an apartment from their late father, leaving them alone in the world after losing their last relative. A mysterious man warns the new landlord about Yokai living among the residents, setting off a thrilling journey of sleuthing and discovery.

In this social deduction adventure game, players must gather information to identify the Yokai blending in with the apartment’s residents. By talking to residents, checking security cameras, and using the residents’ directory, players gradually uncover the truth. However, the Yokai may set traps to divert suspicion and create chaos among the residents.

As the landlord, players must keep the residents safe, gather information calmly, and uncover the true Yokai. Along the way, they will also uncover the intentions of the mysterious man who warned them about the Yokai.

The gameplay involves interacting with residents to gather information, monitoring security cameras for suspicious behavior, and evicting Yokai upon discovery. Mistaking a human for a Yokai can lead to further suspicion among the residents, so players must be careful in their investigations.

If Yokai are not evicted in time, they will reveal their true power on the night of the new moon, posing a significant threat to the residents. The game also has future plans to make the interface compatible with translations for wider accessibility.

In conclusion, “Yokai Landlord: Monster Mystery!” offers a unique blend of social deduction gameplay and character-driven storytelling, making it a must-play for fans of mystery and intrigue. Get ready to uncover the Yokai hiding in plain sight and experience a tale of growth and discovery in this captivating adventure.