Tecmo's Deception Invitation to Darkness is a role-playing game set in feudal Japan. The story follows a young man named Shiki, who sets out on a journey to discover his past and avenge his family's death at the hands of a ruthless clan leader.
The gameplay revolves around exploration, character development, and turn-based combat. Players control Shiki as he navigates through various environments, including forests, temples, and castles. The game features an extensive character creation system, allowing players to customize Shiki's abilities and attributes. Combat is turn-based, with the player able to choose from a variety of attacks and defensive maneuvers.
Tecmo's Deception Invitation to Darkness was released on July 25th, 1996 for the PlayStation , marking one of the first major RPG releases for the console.