Continuing its series of trailers for Stranger Than Heaven that focus on various locations in specific eras, Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio has released a new one, this time focusing on Kure, Hiroshima, in the year 1929. It also outlines the next steps for protagonist Makoto Daito’s journey after Kokura.
Since the Kure chapter takes place almost 14 years later, the location will feature Daito as a grown man who has been “shaped by the experiences of the years behind him.” It’s set during Winter, and as a result, players may even get to experience snowfall hitting the city.
The city is built around waterways, with hillsides and winding backstreets forming much of its identity. The navy is also present throughout, alongside plenty of foreign influences. This means that many characters can be seen sporting Western-style fashion.
The trailer wrapped things up by revealing some more of the side activities present throughout Stranger Than Heaven, like the traditional spinning top game of Beigoma, which can also be played in Kokura. Other activities include visiting bathhouses, gambling dens, and other attractions.
However, the trailer doesn’t go into any plot details. The Kokura trailer revealed that Daito is a native English speaker, thus alienating him from the rest of the city’s Japanese-speaking citizens. Prejudice and open discrimination in 1915 were also noted as being important details.
The city of Kokura was described as being built around a strange mix of modernity and tradition in its culture and architecture. While modern culture is on the cusp of breaking out in the city, many in the area prefer the older ways of life. Players can see the quiet battle between modernity and tradition by comparing old-style buildings with the large steel mills.
Since the people of Kokura have to make do without TVs, computers, and even electricity, side activities include arm-wrestling matches and tabletop games of Menko.
Stranger Than Heaven is being developed for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, and is slated for release on January 15th, 2027. RGG Studio released another trailer last week that focused on the show business activity, where Daito takes on many responsibilities, from setting up venues and advertising events to producing music and managing performances.
For more details, check out this trailer revealing details about Yu Shinjo’s motivations and personality. And while you’re at it, check out its combat systems.
