Koi-Koi Japan [Hanafuda playing cards]
"Hanafuda" is a traditional Japanese card game. Now you can enjoy "Koi Koi," its most well-known variation, in a purely Japanese milieu with elegant and refined graphics. Online Multiplayer!!
Koi-Koi Japan [Hanafuda playing cards] is a casual, card game and competitive game
developed and published by Zoo Corporation.
Released on April 27th 2015 is available on Windows and MacOS
in 3 languages: English, German and Japanese.
It has received 1,126 reviews of which 1,040 were positive and 86 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. π
The game is currently priced at 4.87β¬ on Steam and has a 50% discount.
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Requirements
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Windows
- OS *: Windows 8.1/10
- Processor: 2Ghz
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: DirectX compatible card
- DirectX: Version 11
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 500 MB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX-compatible sound
MacOS
- OS: 10.9.2 or greater
- Processor: Dual Core
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: Graphics Memory: 1 GB
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 1 GB available space
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The original card game in Japan, Koi-Koi Japan is a very good card game with some nice designs and a good soundtrack. I highly recommend it!!! ππΈπ
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I love Koi-Koi, so getting to play it online with long distance friends is great when I don't have too many people to play it with IRL!
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Simple game that does a good job of showcasing the game of KoiKoi. I've enjoyed playing and unlocking postcards of Japan. I wish there were better controller support, but that's a minor complaint.
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Ryan George Style Pitch Meeting: Koi-Koi Japan [Hanafuda playing cards] Producer: So, you have a Koi-Koi Japan for me? Screenwriter: Yes sir, I do! It's a centuries-old Japanese card game, but don't worry, it's super easy, barely an inconvenience to learn! It's gonna be a huge stiffy for us. Producer: Oh really? How so? Screenwriter: Picture this: gorgeous cards called Hanafuda. Each one is like a little piece of art, representing different months of the year with cherry blossoms, moons, birds... it's like a botanical garden for your eyes, if you know what I mean. And they're just begging to be handled. Producer: A botanical garden? That's tight! What's the gameplay like? Screenwriter: It's like poker, but instead of straights and flushes, you collect sets of cards called "yaku." Each yaku is worth different points, depending on the cards and their symbolism. The goal is to, ahem, climax with the most points. It's a real test of your... hand strength. Producer: Yaku? Is that what the kids are calling it these days? Screenwriter: It's a traditional Japanese term. Super easy, barely an inconvenience. You know, it's like... reaching a satisfying conclusion. Producer: Oh, really? Screenwriter: You bet. And get this: when you score a yaku, you can choose to end the round and take your points, or you can yell "Koi-Koi!" and keep playing, risking it all for more points. It's like a high-stakes poker bluff, but with a lot more moaning. Producer: Koi-Koi? Isn't that a type of fish? Screenwriter: I don't know! It doesn't matter. It's Japanese for "come on," like you're inviting your opponent to keep going, to push their luck and maybe... get a little more out of them. Producer: What? Screenwriter: What? Producer: Well, okay then. And what's the deal with the single-player mode? Any interesting characters to play against? Screenwriter: Eh, not really. Just some computer opponents with varying difficulty levels. They're basically just there to, uh, service you while you practice your skills. The real action is online, where you can challenge players from around the world and really get into it. You know, go head-to-head. Producer: Online multiplayer, huh? That's tight! We could sell power-up cards as microtransactions. Screenwriter: No, sir. This is a game of skill and tradition. We wouldn't want to sully its honor with cheap tricks. Besides, we've got plenty of other ways to monetize. Producer: Oh yeah? Like what? Screenwriter: We've got unlockable card backs, table designs, and even opportunities for players to earn virtual postcards of scenic Japan by completing achievements. It's like a virtual vacation where you can really spread your legs and explore all the hidden nooks and crannies. Producer: Did you say spreading legs? Whoops! Screenwriter: Whoopsie! Producer: Okay, okay. So it's a card game with pretty pictures and virtual tourism. How do we get people to buy it? Screenwriter: We'll market it to fans of card games, Japanese culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a unique and visually stunning gaming experience. We'll play up the whole "ancient tradition meets modern technology" angle. And we'll throw in a few suggestive taglines for good measure. You know, something like "Koi-Koi Japan: Come for the cards, stay for the climax." Producer: Oh my god. Screenwriter: What? Producer: What? Screenwriter: Well, okay then! So, we're good to go? Producer: (grinning) Yeah, let's make this Koi-Koi happen! This is going to be big. Huge! Dishnest Trailer: Koi-Koi Japan [Hanafuda playing cards] Narrator: (with a gentle shamisen melody playing in the background) From the land of ancient traditions and high-tech toilets comes a card game that's... surprisingly charming, but not without its quirks. Get ready for... Koi-Koi Japan! (Gameplay footage of cards being matched, accompanied by serene Japanese music occasionally interrupted by comical sound effects like a cat's meow or a "boing" sound effect) Narrator: Prepare to be transported to a world of ancient Japanese culture... kind of. Sure, you won't find any samurai battles or anime catgirls here, but you will discover the zen-like world of... flower cards. That's right, folks, flowers. But hey, who needs dragons and dungeons when you can have cherry blossoms, boars, and moons? It's like a botanical garden had a baby with a haiku. (Footage of a player squinting at the screen, muttering to themselves, "What in the name of Hello Kitty is a 'tan'?" with a superimposed thought bubble filled with question marks and a confused cat emoji) Narrator: Don't worry if you have no idea what's going on. The game's tutorial is... well, let's just say it's a bit like trying to learn Japanese from a haiku. It's poetic, but not exactly comprehensive. However, with a little perseverance and perhaps a Google search or two, you'll unlock the secrets of this ancient game. And who knows, you might even learn a thing or two about Japanese culture along the way. (Footage of a player excitedly yelling "Koi-Koi!" followed by a slow-motion replay of them high-fiving the screen in victory) Narrator: But wait, there's more! Experience the thrill of yelling "Koi-Koi!" a phrase that, while sounding like a lost Pokemon, actually means "come on!" in Japanese. It's your chance to challenge your opponent to a duel of wits and luck, pushing your luck for higher stakes. And hey, even if you lose, you'll still sound like a badass card shark. (Footage of online multiplayer matches, with players from around the world engaging in intense card battles, complete with dramatic close-ups of their faces and over-the-top victory dances) Narrator: Speaking of competition, take your skills online and face off against Hanafuda enthusiasts from around the globe. You'll quickly discover that this seemingly simple card game has a surprisingly deep and strategic element. It's like chess, but with prettier pieces and way more floral motifs. (Footage of a player unlocking a postcard of a Japanese landscape) Narrator: And for those truly dedicated players who manage to conquer the online arena, we offer a reward that's as serene as a Japanese garden: a collection of virtual postcards! Sure, they might not be as flashy as some other games' rewards, but they're a nice little memento of your Hanafuda prowess. Plus, who doesn't love a good postcard? They're like tiny windows into another world, without the jet lag and overpriced souvenirs. (Game logo fades in with a tagline: "Koi-Koi Japan: It's like a Japanese garden party, but with less tea and more intense card-slinging action.") In petals painted, seasons bloom, πΈπΌπ» A vibrant dance, dispelling gloom. ππΊ Koi-Koi's whispers, soft and bright, β¨π Of triumphs earned, and guiding light. βοΈ Each card unfolds, a tale untold, π A story of courage, a spirit bold. πͺ The river sings, the blossoms rise, πΆπΈ A symphony of hope, beneath azure skies. π The AI's hand, a gentle guide, π€ A helping hand, a source of pride. π The novice learns, with eager heart, π A joyful journey, a brand new start. π The music swells, a joyous refrain, π΅πΆ A melody of laughter, a symphony of gain. ππ The beauty lingers, a lasting grace, πΊπΈ A gentle reminder of love's embrace. π€ With each new dawn, a chance to grow, π± To learn and love, and let joy flow. β€οΈ In every loss, a lesson learned, π§ In every victory, a passion burned. π₯ So let us play, with spirits high, π Embracing the challenge, reaching for the sky. π For in this dance, we find our way, π£οΈ To brighter tomorrows, and a brand new day. π
And when the final card is played, π A tapestry of memories, lovingly made. πΌοΈ Koi-Koi's magic, forever bright, β¨ A beacon of hope, a guiding light. π
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A fantastic Hanafuda simulator for PC. Has a collection mode where you collect postcards from around Japan that will tide the experienced Hanafuda player over for a few hours. There's DLC that adds a lot more, which I'll probably pick up the next time the Hanafuda itch starts to seriously scratch. Not sure how I ended up with this game in the first place, but if you're after a simulator and would like to have it offline, you'd do far worse that this. DLC: After putting in some more time and playing through the DLC, I've generally enjoyed the extra content. I think that the other complaints about cheating AI are overblown, since hanafuda is a game of chance more than anything. That said, the lack of a restart match option is felt when trying to meet a victory condition like aotan or akatan and you just know your run is dead. If you completed the game 100% base line and need an excuse to play more, then the DLC on sale is worth it. Your mileage may vary on the AI difficulty in later stages. Getting a victory condition then losing to an opponent's koikoi five brights stings.
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Online players
5
Developer
Zoo Corporation
Publisher
Zoo Corporation
Release
27 Apr 2015
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