The Demon King's descent into your world marks a dire turn of events, as you, the First Samurai and your master, find yourselves defenseless against his magical might. Your master falls in combat, but their final breath summons a powerful ally in the form of the Wizard Mage. The Demon King's fear of defeat propels him to escape to a new era, leaving you to pursue him with vengeance in your heart.
The First Samurai is an action-packed platform game that delves into medieval oriental lore, while incorporating innovative features to set it apart from its peers.
As you venture into the unknown land, you initially rely on your fists and feet for self-defense. However, as you progress on your quest, you'll discover a magical sword and various throwing weapons at your disposal. Your mastery of martial arts will allow you to unleash devastating attacks that can take down even the most formidable foes.
The game boasts an impressive array of weapons, special items, and other objects for you to collect and utilize in combat. The focus on melee combat allows for swift and skillful strikes with your magical sword, making each battle a thrilling experience.
Despite the prevalence of enemies that can regenerate, replenishing health is relatively easy. In fact, the only real challenge lies in finding a way to be killed – a twist that adds an interesting layer of strategy to the gameplay.