Mask of Soul

1. Game Overview
• Mask of Soulis a 2D Metroidvania-style action platformer designed around precise controls and skill-based progression in an expansive, interconnected world.
• The game targets PC and Nintendo Switch platforms, with optimization in progress for next-generation consoles and broader multiplatform support.
• Visually, the game adopts a dark fantasy art style inspired by traditional Korean folklore, rendered in a hand-painted, brushstroke aesthetic.
• The narrative and world draw heavily from Korean myths and legends, reinterpreted through modern action gameplay to deliver a unique immersive experience.
• At the heart of the gameplay lies the “Mask System,” which governs both combat and exploration mechanics, seamlessly integrated with the story.
• A deep, emotionally resonant storyline encourages strong player engagement and immersion in a richly crafted spiritual world.


2. Game Story
• The protagonist, Cheong-o Chasa, is a guardian of the underworld tasked with protecting a sacred vault that seals away cursed soul masks. When a red moon rises, the seals are broken, and chaos spreads as the masks escape.
• The escape is revealed to be part of a grand scheme by one of the underworld's powerholders, who seeks to resurrect the fallen Yacha clan and disrupt the balance between the mortal and spirit realms.
• As Cheong-o retrieves the masks, he gradually uncovers the true nature of the conspiracy and must confront his destiny and the forces that threaten both realms.
• Arriving in the distorted mortal realm, now overrun by corrupted spirits and transformed creatures, he prepares for a final battle to restore balance and end the looming catastrophe.


3. Gameplay and Core Features
• Players collect and equip various masks, each granting different combat styles and special abilities, enabling dynamic and strategic gameplay.
• The game features classic Metroidvania exploration, including abilities such as double jumps, wall climbing, dashes, and puzzle-solving to uncover hidden paths.
• Combat is fast-paced and intuitive, utilizing combos, parrying mechanics, special attacks, and mask-switching in real time.
• The game presents a unique and mythologically rich world that spans the underworld, the mortal realm, and the spiritual dimension, all rendered in a dark fantasy tone.
• Over 40 unique enemy types and powerful bosses populate each zone, each with distinct patterns and challenging mechanics.
• RPG elements include skill trees for character progression, build customization via mask combinations, and collectible gear and relic systems.


4. Unique Selling Points
• Features a distinctive narrative world rooted in traditional Korean mythology—rare in the global game market.
• The strategic Mask System offers gameplay variety through real-time transformations in combat and traversal mechanics.
• Deep narrative and character-driven storytelling structure support emotional immersion and strong IP development potential.
• The art direction is inspired by traditional Korean patterns and painting techniques, creating a signature 2D visual identity.
• Designed for accessibility on both PC and consoles, with technical optimization for next-generation devices and future scalability.


5. Mask of Soul – IP Ownership and Business Strategy
• The IP is wholly owned by XIONPLUS, with copyrights secured for all creative elements, including the game, characters, story, lore, music, and artwork.
• The IP is structured for full One Source Multi Use (OSMU), enabling expansion into various cross-media formats.
• Applicable IP domains include games (PC, console, mobile), animation, webtoons, character merchandise, publishing, themed exhibitions, brand collaborations, and music licensing.
• Narrative scenarios and character bibles for an animated series are already developed, with co-production discussions underway with partners in China and Southeast Asia.
• The IP structure is designed for flexible licensing and joint commercialization with domestic and international publishers and media companies.