Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island is coming to Steam
Spike Chunsoft has announced that Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island will launch for PC via Steam. A release date has not been shared, other than the "coming soon" listed on the page. [Update: Spike Chunsoft says the game will be released "this Winter".]
The latest entry in the roguelike mystery dungeon franchise — which is the sixth in the series — originally released for Nintendo Switch earlier this year. Since then, several free updates and a two-part paid 'Plus Pack" DLC have released, adding new dungeons and challenges. The Plus Pack will also be sold as DLC for the PC version. However, pricing details have not been given.
We've shared the announcement and store page description below. James was very positive in his Nintendo Switch version review, saying "It's a strong contender for the best in the series."
Spike Chunsoft, Inc. today announced Roguelike RPG Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island will be released on Steam this Winter.
Roguelike RPG Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island was released for the Nintendo Switch in Japan in January 2024 to high praise from players. It quickly surpassed 200,000 copies shipped, becoming the fastest-selling title in the series. The game was later released throughout North America and Europe in February 2024.
Since its release, the game has received multiple free feature updates as well as the Plus Pack paid DLC. Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island for Steam includes all of the free feature updates. The Plus Pack will also be released on Steam as paid DLC.
Featuring 109 tracks and totaling over 330 minutes, the digital soundtrack on Steam invites listeners to fully immerse themselves in the world of Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island. The soundtrack will also be available from noisycroak Records on iTunes, YouTube Music, and other music distribution platforms.
Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island
A few months after their previous adventure in Tsukikage Village... Shiren the Wanderer and Koppa, his talking ferret partner, received a vision of a distant land and a girl in distress. It led them to the mysterious Serpentcoil Island. But they're not alone. Rumors speak of lost pirate gold hidden away within the depths of Serpentcoil Island, and a powerful monster at its highest mountain peak, said to hold an exquisite treasure in its belly. Adventurers and warriors have flocked from all over the realm, eager for a chance at fortune. What is the connection between the mystery girl and the monster? What is the truth behind the secrets and treasures scattered throughout the island? A new adventure for Shiren and Koppa begins!
The ""Mystery Dungeon"" Awaits!
In the Mystery Dungeon, the layout of its many floors, the tools you obtain within, and the presence of both friends and foes are different every time you enter. The situation changes each time, so it's up to you to prepare and adapt to unexpected challenges as they appear. Arm yourself with knowledge of the dungeon's threats, collect useful resources, and gather allies to make it through. Strive to reach the dungeon's deepest depths and highest summits!
Convenient Gameplay Features
Take advantage of useful features designed to make your experience smoother and more enjoyable. Important functions include being able to assign multiple projectiles and magic staves to a hotbar for ease of access or the ability to track your own steps on the mini-map.
Online Rescues!
Should a player collapse in the middle of their dungeon adventure, they can call on other players for a Rescue to get them back on track. Rescued players can pick up right where they left off without losing any progress. There are plenty of new online features to expand the range of gameplay.
About the game
Advance the story by speaking to characters and completing dungeons!
Explore a wide range of dungeons each with their own unique difficulty!