Description

"Chaos Seed: Feng Shui Kairouki" is a unique role-playing game developed by Neverland Co. and published by Taito. Originally released for the Super Famicom in Japan in 1996, it saw a subsequent release on the Sega Saturn in 1998. The game combines elements of dungeon crawling, real-time strategy, and resource management within a fantasy setting inspired by Chinese mythology. Players embark on a quest to restore the energy (chi) balance of the earth, which involves building and managing a network of caves and enhancing their capabilities through a complex system called "Feng Shui".

The gameplay of "Chaos Seed" is notably distinct and multifaceted, involving the renovation and expansion of cave networks to harness and redistribute energy effectively throughout the land. Players must fend off intruders and monsters while managing resources like wood, stone, and metal, essential for cave development. Strategic thinking is pivotal, as the player needs to balance the Feng Shui aspects to optimize the flow of energy, which affects the game world’s health and the strength of their character. The game's innovative blend of RPG mechanics with simulation-style management and real-time action was highly regarded, though it remained a niche title primarily due to its limited release outside Japan. This distinctive blend of gameplay styles along with its deep narrative rooted in rich cultural myths makes "Chaos Seed" a unique and engaging experience on the Sega Saturn.