Akuji: The Heartless is an action-adventure game for the Sony PlayStation 1 released in 1999. With a dark voodoo theme, players control Akuji, a vengeful warrior whose heart is torn out on his wedding day by his brother. Cursed to roam the underworld, Akuji seeks to save his beloved and avenge his betrayal. The gameplay blends platforming and combat as Akuji traverses the haunting environments, utilizing magical abilities and fighting demonic creatures. Its blend of horror elements and mythology fits the gothic action genre.