At its core, House of Shinobi is a hybrid life-sim/action RPG developed by Moonbeam Forge Studios. However, the "-Pre-Release-" tag signifies that we are looking at a specific, limited build of the game—one that has been circulating among high-tier Patreon supporters and closed beta testers. The second suffix, -CutePercentage-, is not a typo or a meme. It is an actual in-game metric.
According to lead developer "Kira Neko" (pseudonym), the CutePercentage is a dynamic UI element that tracks the overall "adoration level" of your Shinobi hideout.
"We realized that most ninja games focus on stealth and violence. We asked: What if a ninja's greatest weapon was... charm?" — Moonbeam Forge, Steam Devlog #4
The CutePercentage influences everything from recruitment success rates to the damage output of your "Heart Strike" combat abilities. In the pre-release build, players have reportedly pushed this percentage as high as 347%, causing the game’s physics engine to glitch into a "super-deformed" art style mid-combat.
In a world where ninjas are judged not by their kill count, but by their CutePercentage™, one rookie shinobi must master the art of "kawaii-kage" to save their village. House of Shinobi -Pre-Release- -CutePercentage-
House of Shinobi (working title) blends cozy aesthetics with tactical ninja action. Set in the floating village of Hanamaru—a pastel-hued realm where cherry blossoms bloom year-round—players take on the role of Chibi-Kage, a trainee shadow warrior who must protect the village’s “Heart Spark” from the gloomy Dullblight Empire. The game’s unique selling point? Aggressive adorability.
House of Shinobi - Pre-Release Report House of Shinobi is a narrative-driven casual game developed by CutePercentage. Set in a post-war shinobi world, the game emphasizes social choices and relationship building over traditional combat. Development & Release Status
Current Phase: The game is in active development with a consistent release cycle. As of April 2026, the current public version is v0.23, which includes a web version for easier access. Release Tiers: CutePercentage uses a tiered release system:
Early Access: Available first to high-tier supporters (e.g., Jonin and Chunin ranks) on platforms like Patreon and SubscribeStar. At its core, House of Shinobi is a
Public Release: Generally follows several weeks after early access and is free to download on Itch.io.
Premium Version: A paid version on Itch.io that typically includes exclusive uncensored scenes. Post by Monstuhbeats in House of Shinobi comments - Itch.io
WIP IS WORK IN PROGRESS AND IF WANT TO ENTER IN OTHER ROOMS AT NIGHT THAN WAIT FOR THE NEXT UPDATE OF THE GAME. House of Shinobi by CutePercentage - Itch.io
Note: Since this is a pre-release title, some features may change before the full launch. "We realized that most ninja games focus on
Visually, the game leans heavily on contrast. The palette is dominated by deep indigos, the black of ink, and the stark white of paper. This is the traditional aesthetic of the ninja—shadow and light. However, the "-CutePercentage-" injects pastels into this monochrome world. A soft pink cherry blossom petal falling on a sword; a warm, glowing lantern in a cold, damp dungeon; the bright, colorful obi of a potential love interest.
This visual storytelling reinforces the thematic tension. The game
Combat pauses when your CutePercentage hits a multiple of 50. At 50%, enemies become "Confused by Kindness." At 150%, they drop weapons to take selfies with you. In the leaked -CutePercentage- pre-release stress test, one player achieved a 400% rating, which caused the final boss to transform into a plushie vendor.