world symphony
Heal the world, one song at a time
Executive Summary
Format
Video Game
(PC/Mac, Console)
Genre
Platform-Adventure Metroidvania
Budget
€5,1M
Dev Timeline
Sep.2025 - Jun.2027
Inspiration
Ori and the Will of the Wisps, Neva
Direction & Production
Synopsis
Kisszu World Symphony is a poetic platform-adventure Metroidvania and a non-violent musical adventure where children play either as Elämä and her companion Kisszu to dance, sing and heal the world. They embark on a journey through 12 forests, each inspired by real-world ecosystems and cultures. From the rhythms of Latin America, to the mysticism of the Middle East, the rich culture of Europe and exotic animals of Africa and Asia. Each of the forests has been intoxicated and transformed by Apina, the Black Monkey, a sinister servant of the Prince, whose laughter and fumes poison nature itself. In each world, Elämä is greeted by the spirit of an extinct animal — a guide that reminds her (and the player) of our fragile biodiversity. To restore the forest, she must explore, solve puzzles, and collect seven fragments of a song, that is part of the forest symphony: drums, strings, voices, and more, unique to that particular forest culture’s music. As Elämä dances through the forest avoiding poisoned animals, solves problems and fragments of the forest symphony are assembled, nature begins to heal and breathe again: flowers bloom, animals heal, and ecosystems return to life. By the time the final note is unlocked, players witness a breathtaking cinematic concert — a full song sung in the local language, transforming the entire world back to vibrant color. This becomes the key to opening the gate to the next forest (level), and the next melody in the world symphony. The journey is enriched with educational DNA: Learn three hint words in twelve languages (like thank you, gracias, ありがとう (Arigatō), danke. Or go on, adelante, いこう (Ikō!), mach weiter, etc.). Meet animals named in their native tongue (lion, león, ライオン (Raion), löwe). Discover flora and fauna in STEM-inspired learning and exploration. Crystals gathered along the way unlock animal spirit powers: stomp like an elephant, shrink like an ant, or glide as a butterfly. Essential abilities are part of the adventure, while optional paid packs (bee, spider, jaguar) expand replayability. Kisszu World Symphony is an ode to culture, music, and nature — a new kind of Metroidvania where children learn, heal, and play their way to saving the planet.
The Characters
The Ones Dancing in the Light
ELÄMÄ
A girl whose name means "life" (in Finnish) and with the gift of healing and growth through dance and singing. Her dancing restores forests and awakens the music of life.
KISSZU
Elämä's loyal companion, is a super-intelligent race of husky dogs and believed to be the last of his kind. Later in the story also as a cheeky and wise robot. Both guide her to solve problems and learn something new.
The Tone & Style
A story where children don't win through violence, but restoring life. Music becomes a universal language of care, and every world teaches respect for all living beings, nature and biodiversity.
Healing.
Not Fighting.
Theme
A luminous 2.5D/3D hybrid art style where toxic purples dominate corrupted forests, and radiant Kisszu colours explode when forests are healed.
Light vs.
Corruption
Visual Style
The game is emotional, hopeful, and daring. A childnen's adventure that feels beautiful and lighthearted, yet carries depth and purpose, inspiring to do good.
Poetic.
Profound.
Tone
Drawing inspiration from Ori and the Will of the Wisps, Neva and Journey. A world of glowing forests, unique animal from around the world, and songs and symphonies of light.
Inspired.
Timeless.
References
Gameplay
How We Play
Kisszu World Symphony is not about beating enemies, it's about bringing life back. Children step into Elämä's shoes to explore forests darkened by corruption, mirroring the destruction and neglect in our own world, and inspiring children to imagine and create ways to heal it.
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Explore culturally rich ecosystems where every tree, river and creature has an important role to play in the whole.
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Collect seven fragments of a song, and the twelve songs of the world symphony. Each world's unique rhythm, from taiko drums in Japan, to bachata in Latin America.
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Unlock animal abilities, the strength and memory of the elephant, the smallest yet mighty power of the ants and their community, the beautiful and graceful flight of the butterfly.
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Solve puzzles that whisper hints in local languages, nudging children to think, try, and learn.
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Heal the world! Every step of Elämä's dance restores life. Every song fragment revives more of the forest. Every completed song brings a cinematic concert that renews one forest culminating with the world symphony of 12 world songs to heal the entire forest.
Join a cinematic and joyful experience of caring, learning more about our world and all living creatures, and being inspired to become an actor of healing and change in real life.
How Kids Learn
Learning here is not a lesson — it is playful discovery. Every mechanic of the game is designed to nurture curiosity: about languages, cultures, biology, and the fragile balance of ecosystems. Children are not “taught” in a classroom way; they experience learning as they dance, explore, and bring life back to the forests.
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Languages - three words or phrases per forest teaching kids gratitude, encouragement, and friendship across cultures.
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Biodiversity - extinct animal guides appear as companions, sharing their stories and reminding players of the importance of protecting what remains.
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Biology & STEM - flora and fauna become part of puzzles and progression showing how natural systems work together and how small changes ripple through ecosystems.
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Culture & Music - each forest is infused with authentic rhythms and instruments: African drums, Japanese taiko, Middle Eastern percussion, Latin American beats, European strings, etc. Children don't just hear the music, they play inside it and even get inspired to learn how to play a new instrument.
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Heal the world! Every step of Elämä's dance restores life. Every song fragment revives more of the forest. Every completed song brings a cinematic concert that renews one forest culminating with the world symphony of 12 world songs to heal the entire forest.
The result is a game where every moment of fun also builds knowledge, empathy, and care for the world we all share.
How We Monetise
The World Symphony is designed for families: accessible from the start, fair in its progression, and sustainable for growth. Monetisation is not about pressure but about extending joy and discovery across time, giving children more ways to explore while ensuring the business scales and is profitable.
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Base Game - premium adventure, fairly priced for families (PC/Mac/Console €29-34), Mobile €9-14 - where the € 29 and 9 will be the costs during campaigns and offers).
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Animal Ability Packs - optional add-ons like the insect pack with additional spiders, wasps, bumblebees and other abilities. Or the cats pack with exciting abilities from the chetah, panthers, and other animals that expand replayability and unlock new forms of play (€1.99 - 9.99)
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Customisation & Cosmetic - expressive skins, unique dresses for Elämä and collars for Kisszu that upgrade some abilities and allow the personalisation of their hero characters.
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Crystals - earned through exploration, with optional purchase for families who want faster upgrades, more energy, or further customisation.
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Cross Media Bundles - special packages that combine the game with our books, audiobooks, snacks, and future robots, tying families deeper into the Kisszu universe.
This model creates predictable, family friendly revenue while staying true to our mission: inspiring children through play, not exploiting them, or increasing dependency through screens.
Story
In the first book of the trilogy Kisszu: The Girl, The Lights, and The Prince, Chapter 2 marks a turning point. Elämä leaps beyond the living wall of vines that has hidden her all her life, and discovers the ruins of the Twelve Forests. Once, they were the Cities of the Twelve Children, where cultures lived in harmony with nature. Now, centuries after the Prince’s destruction, the Black Monkey spreads his corruption, leaving behind twisted trees, trembling animals, and a forest drowned in sorrowed purple.
Every step of Elämä’s dance brings life back: flowers bloom, roots mend, and voices stir. Each puzzle solved, each fragment of a song reclaimed, restores another part of the forest. And when all twelve songs are sung in harmony, the World Symphony will rise again.
The novel touches only briefly on what happened in the Twelve Forests, but it purposely leaves space for Kisszu World Symphony to expand the story and dive deeper into the Lore.
This is the power of building a transmedia universe — where novels, games, music, and products all sing together, creating vast new adventures for Kisszu fans to explore and fall in love with.
Target Audience
Kisszu World Symphony is crafted to resonate deeply across generations, led by a strong female hero who naturally draws in both girls and boys. The gaming world reflects this shift: nearly 49% of players globally are women, and the family gaming sector is projected to grow to $180 billion by 2030—with Gen Z demanding eco-conscious storytelling now more than ever.
49% Women Gamers
$180B Family Gaming
Market by 2030
80% Gen Z & 67% Millenials buy from
eco-conscious brands
Children 7-14+
Curious, adventurous, non-violent explorers. Gaming today is ≈ 50/50 girls and boys.
Parents
Seeking safe, educational, screen-time alternatives. 70% play games with their kids.
Families
A shared experience of music, rhythm, and discovery that can be played together.
Fans of Poetic & Adventures
Audiences of Ori (15M+ units sold) & Journey (6M+). Story driven, emotional explorers.
Eco-Conscious Players
80% of Gen Z and 67% Millenials want and buy from brands that care for the planet.
Different voices become one song. Children, parents, families, and fans unite not just to play,
but to create the World Symphony.
Competition & Positioning
Competition
We love competition, it shows there's demand and space for bold ideas. But most games in this space lean heavily on combat or abstract experiences. Kisszu World Symphony takes a different path: healing instead of fighting, story woven with education and a transmedia heartbeat that goes far beyond the screen. (Note: I play Ori and Zelda with my daughter (7) and occasionally her friends visiting and they all hate the fighting part, but love to explore)
$500B+ Market
Proven Demand in Narrative Games
Kisszu's Transmedia Advantage
Ori & the Will of the Wisps
Stunning, award-winning, but combat forward. Not built for co-play with kids.
Neva
Emotional and artful, yet single-track narrative. Very difficult for kids and little replay or learning.
Journey
Poetic exploration, minimal friction-beautiful, but light on culture & education.
AAA Open World Adventure
Beloved massive worlds exploration genre, yet fighting centred, alienating for children.
Positioning
Kisszu World Symphony is a unique adventure blending non-violent Metroidvania exploration with music-driven healing, biodiversity, language learning, and transmedia universe of books, robots, and music.
Marketing & Distribution
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Social Media Core
Always-on campaigns with reels, short videos, photo sets, and behind-the-scenes stories.
Targeted TikTok, Insta, and YouTube to drive reach with parents, kids, and young fans.
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Influencer & Artist Collabs
Partner with musicians, illustrators, educators, and mom-fluencers to spark virality and trust.
Limited edition collabs keep content fresh and collectible.
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Puppet Theater Tour
Free live shows in streets, schools, and kindergartens, combining storytelling + merch sales.
Old-school charm with new-school impact.
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Environment & Biodiversity Award
School contest: “Elämä hears the world through dance—what’s your super-power to heal your world?”
€500 prize per class, city-wide media buzz, and deep credibility with families.
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Community & Events
Presence at family expos, eco festivals, book fairs, and gaming cons.
Blending demo stations, puppet shows, and live music to create emotional brand touchpoints.
Marketing Strategy
Kisszu doesn't just market a game, it builds a movement. From social feeds to city streets, from classrooms to consoles, the Symphony plays everywhere.
Production
Budget
≈ €5.1M
Dev. Cycle
≈30 Months (2025-2027
Team Size
≈ 30 core devs + freelancers, art, music & localisation.
Game World
12 real world cultural forests. Each with fitting music & biodiversity.
Engine
Unity with agnostic Unreal assets (cross-platform)
Schedule
Pre-Production (2025–2026)
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Concept art, prototyping, music systems
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Early playtests and vertical slice demo
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Secure funding & finalise production team
Post-Production (2H 2027)
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Optimisation for PC, Console, Mobile
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Localisation into 10+ languages
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Marketing & community events for launch
Production (2026–2027)
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Full gameplay dev: art, coding, level design
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Cultural & language integration: 12 levels
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Iterative play testing and community feedback
Pre-Production Team
Sneak Peak
Want to play our prototype?
(windows, android, iOS is on the way)
Are you ready to join Kisszu on this transformative journey?
Let’s create something meaningful for children and families worldwide.
Call me / Text me: +49 173 5959 117
Write me: cesar@kisszu.com
Let’s Build a Symphony
for the World
Together, to
Ignite and Foster our Children's Full Potential.
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