Spirit of the Samurai follows three playable characters: Takeshi, a skilled samurai; Kodama, a brave but tiny spirit; and Chisai, a warrior cat. Featuring a custom combat editor and some fantastic stop-motion cinematic action, it will be released on PC in Autumn 2024.
Developed by Digital Mind S.L. and published by Kwalee, players take control of samurai Takeshi as they attempt to defend against an onslaught by Oni. Reminiscent of Trek to Yomi, the game plays more on Japanese mythology, with a stunning aesthetic.
Key features include:
- Defend the Forbidden Village - Explore a meticulously crafted world alive with Japanese mythology and folklore. Wander through ruined villages, mountain caves, desolate cemeteries, and more. Battle yokai, undead monsters, and demons, all expertly rendered in a highly detailed, Ray Harryhausen-esque stop-motion style.
- Three Spirits Bound by Fate - Fight through the undead hordes as three distinct characters: Takeshi, a skilled samurai; Kodama, a brave but tiny spirit; and Chisai, a warrior cat. Each interacts with the world in a different way, from intense sword combat to precise platforming and exploration.
- Wield Legendary Power - Confront legions of demons armed with the weapons of ancient Japan: the iconic katana, the versatile yari spear, and the formidable bow. Unleash devastating special power attacks and combos unique to each character as you fight your way to the Oni’s castle.
Spirit of the Samurai will launch later this year for both Steam and Epic Games Store.
