Likely worth it. Reviews lean strongly positive.
At $9.99. It has been as low as $4.99.
- Gameplay: 62 reviews raised it, mostly praise
- Graphics: 43 reviews raised it, mostly praise
- Story and characters: 26 reviews raised it, mostly praise
- Difficulty: 22 reviews raised it, mostly criticism
Based on 1k player reviews · updated 5 days ago
What players think
The recurring themes across 300 analysed reviews: what players praise, what divides them, and what to know.
Samurai Bringer is a compact yet surprisingly deep action experience that fuses fast-paced swordplay with roguelite progression and a strong foundation in Japanese mythological themes.
It has some problems with longevity, but for its incredibly reasonable price tag, great visuals, innovative systems, and high level of polish, its a strong recommend.
There's not much in the way of story from what i've played so far, but makes for a fun time if you just want something to boot up and jump right in to for a run or two.
Sound design complements this approach with impactful audio cues for attacks and abilities, while the soundtrack maintains an energetic pace that underscores the urgency of each encounter without becoming overwhelming.
Runs great on the Steam Deck although big crowds WILL cause the FPS to suffer, dipping to 30/40fps briefly until enemies clear.
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Currently $9.99. The lowest we've tracked is $4.99.
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