The first part of the remake project was released in Japan in 2021 and saw a worldwide English release in 2024. It is currently available on: Nintendo Switch PC (via Steam)
: A stoic student at Shiki's school who hides a much darker identity as an executioner for a secret organization. What’s New in the Remake?
, often referred to by fans as Tsukihime Remastered , is a complete reimagining of the 2000 cult classic visual novel that launched the legendary developer Type-Moon . After over a decade of anticipation, this remake finally brought Shiki Tohno’s dark, supernatural world into the modern era with stunning high-definition visuals, a fully orchestrated soundtrack, and a deeply expanded narrative. tsukihime remastered
At its heart, Tsukihime is a Gothic thriller that blends urban fantasy, horror, and romance. You play as , a high school student who, after a near-fatal accident in his childhood, gained the "Mystic Eyes of Death Perception." This ability allows him to see "lines of death" on all things—tracing these lines with a sharp object allows him to "kill" or destroy anything, from physical objects to living beings.
Whether you are a veteran fan of the "Nasuverse" (the shared universe of Fate/stay night and Kara no Kyoukai ) or a complete newcomer, Tsukihime Remastered is considered an essential play. It offers a unique atmosphere where the mundane reality of high school life constantly clashes with a brutal, hidden world of vampires and ancient magic. The first part of the remake project was
: Kinoko Nasu, the original writer, completely rewrote the script. The story is now vastly more detailed, with the Arcueid and Ciel routes alone containing more text than the entire original game.
The "Remastered" version focuses on the routes: , often referred to by fans as Tsukihime
Reviewers from outlets like Polygon have praised the remake as a "terrific visual novel about vampires," noting its transition from its eroge roots to a more polished, narrative-focused experience.