Japanese Mythology
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Onimusha: Way Of The Sword review - Capcom’s hot streak continues
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a strong reboot for Capcom's samurai action series, featuring excellent combat, engaging storytelling, and a fascinating blend of open-world exploration and linear stages. While the camera can be problematic in enclosed spaces and boss battles are challenging, the game's overall presentation and confident design make it a standout title.
Talespinner announced for Nintendo Switch
Publisher Kwalee and developer Flash Cat Games have announced that the deck-building roguelike adventure Talespinner will be released on Nintendo Switch on August 6. The game features a narrative shaped by player decisions and deck construction, inspired by Japanese mythology, with three playable characters and over 200 battle cards.
Deck-Building Roguelike Adventure Talespinner Comes to PC & Switch This August
Kwalee and Flash Cat Games announced that their deck-building roguelike adventure, Talespinner, will launch on August 6, 2026, for PC and Nintendo Switch. The game features a narrative shaped by player decisions and deck construction, drawing inspiration from Japanese mythology with unique heroes, scenarios, and yokai encounters.
Samurai action game Gurei announced for Nintendo Switch
The samurai action game Gurei is set to release on Nintendo Switch on July 23, 2026, developed by Lobo Sagaz Studio and published by Astrolabe Games. The game features hand-drawn art, fluid animation, and a choice-driven combat system inspired by classic Japanese samurai cinema, where players battle mystical nature entities called Kami in any order, with enemy strength dynamically adjusting to player choices.
The Kami Awaits on Every Platform
Astrolabe Games confirmed that Lobo Sagaz Studio's samurai action game Gurei will launch on July 23, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. The game features a choice-driven combat system inspired by classic Japanese samurai cinema, where players hunt Kami in any order, unlocking new abilities with each victory.
Samurai-Inspired Action Game 'Gurei' Launches July 23 on PC; New Gameplay Trailer Streaming Now
The samurai-inspired action game Gurei is set to launch on PC via Steam on July 23, 2026, with console versions planned for a later date. Developed by Lobo Sagaz Studio and published by Astrolabe Games, the game features demanding combat and a non-linear progression system where players can approach bosses in any order, unlocking new abilities that alter subsequent encounters. A public demo is currently available on Steam.
Face the Kami - Gurei Arrives on Steam July 23, 2026
Astrolabe Games announced that Lobo Sagaz Studio's action game Gurei will be released on Steam for PC on July 23, 2026. Inspired by Japanese samurai cinema, Gurei features a hand-drawn art style and a deep combat system where players control Rei, a human spirit battling powerful Kami. A public demo is currently available on Steam, with console release details to be announced later.
Shadow of the Road Reveals Ishida “The Boulder” in New Character Spotlight
Another Angle Games and Owlcat Games have revealed Ishida the Boulder, a frontline defender character for their upcoming tactical RPG, Shadow of the Road. The new trailer showcases Ishida's tanking abilities and personality, highlighting his role in combat against both human and supernatural foes. The game is set in a war-torn Feudal Japan blending historical inspiration with Japanese mythology and steampunk technology, featuring turn-based tactical combat and story-driven choices. A playable demo is available on PC via Steam.
Craft your defenses and protect your kingdom from Yokaïs: “Irezumi Defenders” released
Independent developer Inkolor Games has released its debut title, Irezumi Defenders, a tower defense game inspired by Japanese mythology. Players craft units and build defenses using a card-based system to protect their kingdom from Yokai. The game is available on PC via Steam and features over 80 cards to unlock and multiple difficulty options.