Platforms
- PCDec 12, 20246.6playscore6.312 Critics6.1503 Players
- PlayStation 5Dec 12, 2024NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- Xbox Series X|SDec 12, 2024NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
12 critic reviews · 0 community reviews across all platforms
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Critic Reviews
- When I first booted up The Spirit of the Samurai, I was struck by its stunning visual style. The game’s 2.5D art direction, blending 3D environments with a
Alicia · Jan 27, 2025 Reviewed on PC, PS5, Series X|SRead full review - Awe-inspiring stop-motion visuals and extremely atmospheric vibe make all the senses take hold, making it a unique experience.
Joy Rahman · Jan 09, 2025 Reviewed on PCRead full review - I want it to be known that I really wanted to like The Spirit of the Samurai. I am a massive fan of stop-motion animation, and any piece of media that utilises or seeks to evoke or pay homage to that style has earned my respect. That said, as well put-together as the cutscenes are, The Spirit of the Samurai is just not very fun as a game. From the clunky and unresponsive controls to the linear and murky levels filled with oddly placed traps and pitfalls, it can often feel like a slog to actually play. If you are a fan of stop-motion animation, then you may get something from the experience, but it is unlikely to be too satisfying for just about anyone else.
Tom Quirk · Dec 16, 2024 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Παρά τη μικρή διάρκεια του Spirit of the Samurai, η αίσθηση που μας έδωσε ήταν ότι διήρκησε παραπάνω από όσο μπορούσε να υποστηρίξει το gameplay του. Εάν κάτι μας έμεινε από την όλη εμπειρία, είναι ότι θα θέλαμε πολύ περισσότερο από τη Digital Mind Games να αναπτύξει ένα sequel με τη μορφή animated ταινίας παρά ως βιντεοπαιχνίδι.
Νικολας Μαρκογλου · Dec 16, 2024 Reviewed on PCRead full review - A visually stunning and atmospheric stop-motion samurai adventure, thoroughly retro in its design, is ultimately betrayed by glitches, janky combat and punishingly unforgiving platforming.
Toby Andersen · Dec 15, 2024 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Na záver nemôžem zabudnúť na hudbu a najmä dabing. Tu sa to mimoriadne podarilo a bol to aj jeden z aspektov, čo ma zaujal a vtiahol. Tajomný duch líšky, ktorý vás sprevádza hrou a pomáha, má obzvlášť dobrý hlas. Ale nezaostávajú ani zvuky rinčania zbraní, vrešťania umierajúcich alebo celkovo hudobná zložka ako taká. Nedostatky, čo hra má, sú predovšetkým systémové, inak je ale je v pomerne dobrom technickom stave a na pády som nenarazil. Zhrnuté a podčiarknuté – pevne verím v nejaký ďalší titul od autorov, ale dúfam, že sa ponaučia a nabudúce už to bude bez zásadných chýb.
Possol · Dec 12, 2024 Reviewed on PCRead full review - The Spirit of the Samurai is the most incredible Metroidvania title I have ever played, featuring amazing stop-motion animation, fantastic storytelling with horror elements, and fun combat—all coming together to create a game you’ll easily love as much as I do.
Erik Hodges · Dec 11, 2024 Reviewed on PCRead full review - The Spirit of the Samurai biedt een visueel prachtig avontuur dat Soulslike-gevechten combineert met Metroidvania-achtige verkenning. De stop-motionstijl en filmische presentatie zijn indrukwekkend, en de gameplay heeft momenten van genialiteit. Toch zorgen het beperkte gezichtsveld, soms frustrerende combat en technische problemen ervoor dat de game niet zonder gebreken is. Als je houdt van stijlvolle actie-platformers en wat frustratie aankunt, is deze game zeker de moeite waard. Maar spelers die een vlekkeloze en gemakkelijke ervaring zoeken, kunnen dit avontuur misschien beter overslaan.
Claudia Tjia · Dec 11, 2024 Reviewed on PCRead full review - The Spirit of the Samurai is a game bursting with creativity and ambition, but its execution often stumbles under the weight of its unique design choices. The stop-motion animation, while impressive, seems to have come at the cost of polished systems and streamlined gameplay. Despite its flaws, the game delivers an engaging and visually distinct experience that’s worth exploring for fans of experimental action titles. If you can overlook its rough edges and embrace its inventive spirit, you’ll find a memorable, if imperfect, adventure.
Azario Lopez · Dec 11, 2024 Reviewed on PCRead full review - It is a gorgeous game, with an excellent sense of atmosphere, and decidedly troubled gameplay. At its best, it plays like a classic rotoscoped platformer, which can feel charming in its own right, but at its worst, it is cumbersome and awkward. This Samurai most certainly has spirit, but his sword could use a little sharpening.
JAMES KENNEDY · Dec 11, 2024 Reviewed on PCRead full review
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A village in peril. A samurai reanimated. An Oni advancing. Fight an army of undead warriors and Japanese monsters as a human, a Kodama, and a cat in this 2D stop-motion action adventure.
Developer: Digital Mind Games