[3][4] Kitsune Tails is a 2D retro-style platformer featuring power-ups in the form of outfits, often stated as being very close to the gameplay of Super Mario Bros.

Kitsune Tails features modding tools such as ability to make custom levels and minigames.

However, Yuzu's childhood friend Kiri grows jealous of Akko and tricks her into leaving during a festival, resulting in her capture and imprisonment.

The 2023 preview build was given positive reviews by ScreenRant and PCMag, with both outlets praising the game's characters, love story, and "cozy" nature.

[11][12] Kotaku praised the narrative, stating that "it’s a cute story to watch unfold and the promise of seeing a new cutscene gave me motivation to beat every level I could," although noting the controls felt floaty at times,[1] and PCGamesN stated that "the PC finally has its very own answer to Super Mario Bros.