- A 3D action roguelite where the dual-wielding girl Retra conquers the Yokai Pavilion
- A different adventure every time with randomly generated dungeons and over 50 types of enhancement items
- A new title continuing the worldview of ‘The Legendary Game’, the Steam version supports full Japanese voice acting.
Shochiku Games, the game division of Japan’s Shochiku, and the indie development circle Denneko Yuugi have officially released the 3D action roguelite ‘Eternal Palace Sakura’ (original title: 夢幻桜楼閣) on Nintendo Switch and Steam.
‘Dream Cherry Blossom Pavilion’ is an action roguelite game featuring anime-style 3D graphics and a tranquil Japanese-style pavilion as the backdrop for exploring colorful dungeons.
Players control the protagonist ‘Retla,’ a dual-wielding girl wearing a cat-ear hood, to fight against enemies within the labyrinth and conquer the dungeon. In particular, the Steam version supports full Japanese voice acting that highlights the character’s charm, providing an even higher level of immersion.
A cat-eared girl trapped in a dream labyrinth where monsters roam
The protagonist , Retla Stlutin, hears rumors of a mysterious pavilion said to extend endlessly into the sky and travels to the Far Eastern country of Ouran. After overcoming all kinds of hardships to reach her destination, the moment she steps into the pavilion, she becomes trapped inside.
To escape, Retra defeats enemies blocking his path and advances to the deeper levels of the pavilion, collecting loot and rare treasures. The Steam page describes this space as a “dream labyrinth where monsters roam.”
Meanwhile, Retra is a character who shares the same worldview as the developer Jeonmyoyuhi’s previous work , the ‘Machina of the Planet Tree’ series .
Conquer bosses with dual-sword combo actions sustained by mashing buttons and special moves called ‘Arts’.
Basic combat proceeds in an intuitive manner, continuing combos by mashing buttons. You face the bosses of each floor by combining special moves called ‘Arts’ with powerful single strikes called ‘Over Arts,’ and the core of the battle consists of flashy consecutive attacks using dual swords and rapid evasion.
The developer explained that they designed the combat system so that anyone, even users unfamiliar with action games, can easily enjoy Retra’s exhilarating sword attacks.
A dungeon that changes every time… ‘Dream Depth’ where risk and reward alternate
The dungeon structure is randomly generated each time you challenge it, and you can create a build that suits your play style by combining over 50 types of enhancement items called ‘Attributes’ .
As you descend deeper, the ‘Dream Depth’ increases, applying debuffs and making enemies even stronger. It features a high-risk, high-return structure where you can aim for greater rewards in proportion to the risks you take, and includes permanent enhancement elements and an Endless Mode to aid in replayability.
The meeting of the 5-member indie circle ‘Zenmyouhi’ and Shochiku Games
The developer ‘Denmyougi’ is a Japanese indie game circle consisting of about 5 people.
It is characterized by showcasing works centered on original characters and anime-style direction, and by releasing games of different genres under a single worldview to continue the story. Representative works include the ‘Machine God Series’ .
Publishing was handled by Shochiku Games , the game division of the Japanese film and theater production company Shochiku, and the Steam store page lists Zenmyougi and Shochiku as co-publishers. The Nintendo Switch version was first revealed in late September along with the official release schedule.
Steam Reviews ‘Mostly Positive’… 20% Launch Discount Until the 18th
As of the time of writing, Steam user ratings are rated ‘Mostly Positive,’ with 79% of the 124 reviews being positive. Fifteen curators participated in reviewing the game, and a free trial version was also provided prior to the official release.
To celebrate the official launch, Shochiku Games is running a 20% discount promotion until 23:59 on November 18. As a result, the game can be purchased for 1,200 yen, a discount from the regular price of 1,500 yen including tax.
“Dream Cherry Blossom Pavilion,” which blends the dreamy atmosphere of a Japanese-style pavilion with the trajectory of twin swords dancing splendidly, captures the inherent fun of a roguelite—climbing floors again after overcoming failure—within a beautiful narrative. Discovering traces of the worldview carried over from the previous “Machine God Series” is also expected to be a welcome gift for fans.
If you have been waiting for a fantasy action game that combines anime-style sensibilities with lighthearted gameplay, you can try out ‘Dream Cherry Blossom Pavilion’ through the Nintendo eShop and Steam.
Information regarding ‘Eternal Palace Sakura’
| item | detail |
|---|---|
| Developer | Denneko Yuugi |
| Publisher | Shochiku Games, The Legendary Monster |
| Genre | 3D Action, Roguelite |
| platform | Nintendo Switch, PC (Steam) |
| Player count | Single player |
| Release date | Steam November 4, 2026, Nintendo Switch November 5, 2026 |
| price | Regular price 1,500 yen (tax included), 20% discount 1,200 yen until November 18, 23:59 |
| Reactions/Evaluations | Steam user rating ‘Mostly positive’ (79% positive of 124 reviews) |
| Steam Page | Shortcut |
| Nintendo Store | Shortcut |
