Slice Your Enemies in The Spirit of the Samurai
Spanish developer Digital Mind S.L. and the leading UK games publisher Kwalee have revealed a new gameplay trailer for The Spirit of the Samurai. The trailer showcases the three playable characters of the game. This includes Takeshi, a skilled samurai; Kodama, a brave but tiny spirit; and Chisai, a warrior cat. It also features the game’s custom combo editor, combat system, new enemies, and bosses. The game will be coming out on PC in Fall 2024 via Steam and the Epic Games Store.
The Spirit of the Samurai is a 2D stop-motion action-adventure game where you play as Takeshi, a brave samurai protecting his village from the fierce Oni. Alongside him are Chisai, his spirited warrior cat, and a tiny, lively Kodama. Get ready to battle hordes of tengu, spooky undead, and the fearsome Jorogumo, all drawn from Japanese legends.
Take down your foes with legendary Japanese weapons: the sleek katana, the versatile yari spear, and the powerful bow. Unleash unique special attacks and combos as you fight your way to the Oni’s castle. With every step and every enemy defeated, you gain experience. Use this to unlock your full potential, boost your abilities, and craft stunning custom combos. So, get ready to dive into a one-of-a-kind, action-packed cinematic adventure like never before.
Here are some key features:
– Unique stop-motion-style animation, character design, and cinematics
– 2D Action Adventure gameplay with Metroidvania elements
– Detailed, atmospheric levels full of secrets to discover
– Fast, smooth, and varied controls ranging from a combo-based combat system to linked magical powers
– Dynamic enemy AI makes every encounter challenging and unique
– Customizable combat through an in-game combo editor
Take a look at the trailer below.