Games Like Sword of the Samurai

Honour, sacrifice, betrayal… Your choices make you who you are. How will history remember you? Choose your friends and enemies carefully in a game where every decision has far-reaching consequences, and where finishing the game is just the beginning of your journey…

Why You'll Like It: This game offers the closest experience to the life-simulation aspect of the seed game, allowing for complex choices and multiple paths in a feudal setting.

Experience the dramatic conflict of samurai culture and modern weaponry between the Imperial throne and the last Shogunate in 19th century Japan.

Why You'll Like It: It captures the transition of power and military evolution in Japan, offering a high-stakes strategic experience similar to the seed game.

Shigatari is a samurai role-playing game with historical artwork.

Why You'll Like It: A roguelike that focuses on the life of a samurai, emphasizing the consequences of your actions and the difficulty of maintaining honor.

In a land torn asunder by incessant warfare, it is time to assemble your own band of hardened warriors and enter the fray. Lead your men into battle, expand your realm, and claim the ultimate prize: the throne of Calradia!

Why similar: Adventure 51.8%, Simulation 48.2%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a deep sandbox experience where you can manage your own clan, engage in tactical combat, and navigate political alliances.

Become a Daimyo of the Warring States period of Japanese history in NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION, a historical simulation game of conquest and domination. It is the 30th anniversary of this series and this current release, NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Sphere of Influence, is the crown of the series.

Why similar: Simulation 100%

Why You'll Like It: This title excels at the political and diplomatic simulation side of the Sengoku era, mirroring the intrigue found in the seed game.

Sid Meier's Covert Action - A Techno-Thriller From the Case Files of Max Remington.

Why similar: Classic 39% ★, Simulation 36%, Adventure 25%

Why You'll Like It: Sharing the same design DNA as the seed game, this classic offers a multi-layered simulation experience with a focus on intrigue and strategy.

Don the clothes and weaponry of the elite to become the samurai of legend, Sakamoto Ryoma. Draw your blade and join the revolution in this heated historical adventure.

Why similar: Adventure 100%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers a high-production historical action-RPG experience that captures the atmosphere and political tension of feudal Japan.

Wandering Sword is a Chinese martial-arts RPG where you play a young swordsman caught up in a feud and nearly dies. Escaping the event puts you on the path of pursuing the highest form of martial arts and exploring the pugilistic world to become the great hero you are always destined to be.

Why similar: Adventure 100%

Why You'll Like It: This RPG features beautiful pixel-art and a deep martial arts progression system that feels like a modern evolution of classic retro titles.

Embark on an epic journey across war-torn 19th-century Japan in this open-world action RPG from Team NINJA, the veteran studio behind "Nioh" and "NINJA GAIDEN."

Why similar: Adventure 100%

Why You'll Like It: This open-world action-RPG features deep combat mechanics and a narrative heavily influenced by the political shifts of the era.

Sengoku Jidai: Shadow of the Shogun is a turn-based tactical and strategic game set during the Sengoku era; primarily focusing on the Japanese Warring States period and Japanese Invasion of Korea.

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical game that focuses on the military conflicts of the Sengoku period, appealing to the strategy fan.

Shadow Tactics is a hardcore tactical stealth game set in Japan around the Edo period. A new Shogun seizes power over Japan and enforces nationwide peace. In his battle against conspiracy and rebellion, he recruits five specialists with extraordinary skills for assassination, sabotage and espionage.

Why similar: Adventure 100%

Why You'll Like It: This tactical game emphasizes careful planning and stealth, capturing the high-stakes nature of samurai-era missions.

Sengoku Dynasty is the ultimate feudal Japan experience: build villages, grow your community, and shape the open world through combat or economy. The choice is yours alone - or that of up to 4 players in multiplayer co-op!

Why You'll Like It: A unique blend of survival, city-building, and RPG elements that allows you to build a legacy in feudal Japan.

Struggle for survival. Death before surrender! Experience the dramatic story and epic, action-packed battles of the Sanada clan during Japan's Warring States period.

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the historical narrative of the Sanada clan, providing a blend of action and strategy.

Use your power as a Feudal Lord to unite the land of the Rising Sun under your iron fist.

Why similar: Simulation 100%

Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that focuses specifically on the political maneuvering and clan leadership of the Sengoku period.

Step into 1579 as Yasuke, the African samurai, and join Oda Nobunaga in his quest to unite Japan! Master precise katana combat, uncover secret gear, and unleash your ancestral power in this historically inspired action-packed journey through feudal Japan.

Why similar: Adventure 100%

Why You'll Like It: A historical action-adventure that explores the unique perspective of a samurai, focusing on story and atmosphere.

A journey of a lost samurai. Encounter five samurai and challenge them to a duel. Unleash your katana strike and deflect incoming attacks. Fight for honor or die with shame.

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled action game that captures the difficulty and aesthetic of classic samurai combat.

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.

Why similar: Adventure 100%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-adventure game that captures the aesthetic and intensity of classic samurai folklore.

A storm is coming. Venture into the complete Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR’S CUT on PC; forge your own path through this open-world action adventure and uncover its hidden wonders. Brought to you by Sucker Punch Productions, Nixxes Software and PlayStation Studios.

Why similar: Adventure 100%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a cinematic and immersive exploration of the samurai code and the struggle to protect one's home during wartime.

Plunge into the past for a rousing romp through Edo period Japan!

Why similar: Simulation 48.6%, Retro 27.9%, Adventure 23.5%

Why You'll Like It: A charming simulation game that focuses on the development and management of a town during the Edo period.

An action/adventure game taking ques from both film-noir and samurai-drama's of old, "samurai_jazz" takes players on an adventure through an enigmatic city, engaging in sword-fights, encounters with mythological beings, and quirky dialog with the local inhabitants presented with a pseudo 8-bit style.

Why similar: Adventure 61.7%, Retro 38.3%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled action game that captures the fast-paced, rhythmic nature of samurai sword combat.

Lead a ninja clan in the war to unify feudal Japan!

Why similar: Simulation 100%

Why You'll Like It: A management-strategy game that tasks you with building a powerful ninja clan, echoing the clan-building aspects of the seed game.

Capcom’s riveting samurai adventure returns! This version includes the original game’s intense swordplay and dramatic revenge story, plus improved controls, widescreen display, a new soundtrack, and more. Experience this enhanced version of the best-selling action-adventure classic!

Why similar: Classic 100% ★

Why You'll Like It: A classic action-adventure game that blends historical settings with supernatural elements and tight swordplay.

Disgraced is a unique samurai themed role playing game that allows players to lead a rebellion in a fight for freedom against a cruel and tyrannical Shogun in Feudal Japan.

Why similar: Adventure 100%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world RPG that focuses on the consequences of your choices in a historical setting, similar to the seed game's narrative depth.

Samurai of Hyuga is a brutal, heart-pounding interactive tale. Prepare to enter the land of silk and steel, where fantasy clashes against grim reality, and where the good guys don't always win in the end. It's a harsh world with tough choices at every turn. Good thing you're the toughest ronin around.

Why similar: Adventure 100%

Why You'll Like It: A text-based RPG that offers a deep, branching narrative experience centered on the life of a wandering samurai.

Set on the eve of the Yellow Turban Rebellion (AD 182), you can play as an original character or a historical warlord, building forces and forging alliances. Whether you choose to be a lone wanderer or rally famous generals, use your knowledge and wisdom to reshape history!

Why similar: Simulation 58.9%, Adventure 41.1%

Why You'll Like It: A strategy-RPG that offers deep tactical combat and historical flavor, similar to the strategic depth of the seed game.

Become the King in a story-driven 8-bit style game, where choice matters. And try not to die instantly...

Why similar: Simulation 100%

Why You'll Like It: A management-simulation game that forces you to make difficult political decisions, mirroring the statesmanship aspect of the seed game.

"Sangokushi Eiketsuden" was released in 1995. This game is a simulation RPG in which players become Liu Bei and battle for the restoration of the Han Imperial court. The game progresses around the battle map. Players fulfill the victory conditions of each battle as they go from battlefield to battlefield to advance the story.

Why similar: Simulation 60.4%, Retro 39.6%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical-RPG that focuses on military diplomacy and turn-based combat, appealing to fans of historical strategy.

Play as the samurai Kan and fight in a dark, demon-infested Japan. Face this 100% arcade experience without any credits or saves: you can only rely on your skills with the katana.

Why similar: Classic 42.6% ★, Adventure 36.4%, Retro 21%

Why You'll Like It: A violent, retro-inspired action game that focuses on the visceral nature of swordplay.

Make a name for yourself in this old-school Wuxia RPG. Explore the chaotic lands of ancient China and engage in challenging turn-based battles to change the world of kungfu forever.

Why similar: Adventure 53.9%, Retro 46.1%

A game about a fallen samurai carrying out his lord’s final request. Travel as a ronin through a changing land and face the consequences of your choices along the way.

Why similar: Adventure 100%

Why You'll Like It: This narrative-driven RPG focuses on the life of a masterless samurai, emphasizing the human cost of the era's conflicts.

The New World lies before you with all its peril, promise and infinite possibility. Your colonists anxiously follow you to shore. The treasures of an entire continent await you.

Why similar: Classic 48.6% ★, Simulation 27.6%, Adventure 15.1%, Retro 8.7%

Conquer Warring States Japan under one banner

Why similar: Simulation 100%

Classic single player game

Why similar: Simulation 50.9%, Adventure 29.2%, Retro 19.9%

Fantasy Tactical RPG revitalizing the beloved Japanese turn-based & pixel art genre. Collect & train a roster of mercenaries, customize your squad, and use your own strategy to save the nation of Iria. Journey through a world of plot twists where every choice you make will reshape your destiny.

Why similar: Retro 100%

Shin Samurai Jazz is a platform-adventure game. It combines the likes of film noir and samurai cinema, presenting them with 8-bit graphics, an electro-jazz soundtrack, and a comic/manga-like style creating a unique atmosphere.

Why similar: Adventure 63.4%, Retro 36.6%

Play as a ninja through the Sengoku period of Japan. There are many possible ways to assassinate the target and find your own nindou.

Why similar: Adventure 100%

In the simulation game series "Nobunaga's Ambition", players aim to unify Japan in the troubled times of the Warring States era. In this release we include "Officer Play" for the first time in the series, allowing players to advance from retainer to Castle Lord and then on to Daimyo.

Why similar: Simulation 100%

A game that puts together Rastan's action with adventure elements inspired by Faxanadu. An old school tribute for every lover of 8-bit classics!

Why similar: Adventure 100%

As a vow to his dying Master, the young swordsman Hiroki is sworn to protect his town and the people he loves against all threats. Faced with tragedy and bound to duty, the lone samurai must voyage beyond life and death to confront himself and decide his path forward.

Why similar: Adventure 100%

Play as Miyamoto Musashi in this beautiful 2D platformer and travel through a 17th century fantasy Japan, from north to the island of Ganryu-jima where everything happened between Musashi and Kojiro. The game is inspired by the story of Takezo Musashi from the famous novel “The Stone And The Sword”.

Why similar: Retro 100%

Warring States : Tactics is a turn-based battle strategy game set during the Warring States period of Ancient China. The Warring States period is one of turmoil in China, where various feudal states struggle for control of all of China.

As King, it is your duty to lead your people in their struggle to raise your kingdom from its humble beginnings to a position of power and prestige. War, diplomacy and a burgeoning economy are the means by which you increase your power and expand your influence.

Why similar: Classic 100% ★

Dive into a world that mixes Sci-Fi and ancient tradition. Slash through robots with a trusty katana, use hi-tech implants to navigate the surroundings, dodge enemy attacks, and land devastating finishers. Reclaim the past following the way of the Japanese samurai in the fantastic period of New Edo.

Why similar: Simulation 61%, Adventure 39%

Triumph over the land, take charge of the fate of China! Conquer territories and fly your colors!

Why similar: Simulation 100%

A pyramid-building adventure of historic proportions!

Why similar: Simulation 70.2%, Adventure 29.8%

The 14th entry of the the historical simulation series "Nobunaga's Ambition." Become a daimyō of the Warring States era, and unite the land! With "the creation of a new age" as the key concept, this title features beautifully recreated castle towns, dynamic battlefield action and dramatic event scenes.

Why similar: Simulation 100%

Love story with samurais living in Japan This is a splendid Japanese adventure game which its story is happened in "The Land of the Rising Sun" where human, Yōkai and Oni were living together. Will your story end in the tragedy of "Ken(sword)", or the romance of "Kimi(you)"？

Why similar: Adventure 100%

Swords and Crossbones: An Epic Pirate Story is a high seas swashbuckling adventure! Explore the oceans, battle brigands, defend the helpless, find the lost treasure of a forgotten people, build and maintain your very own pirate island, and more! All of this in a fully realized role playing adventure from Epic Devs.

Why similar: Simulation 59.1%, Adventure 40.9%

"Age of Gladiators" is a single-player strategy/management sim set at the height of the bloody gladiatorial games in ancient Rome. As your fighters increase in level, it will be up to you to decide how to forge their attributes and abilities.

Why similar: Simulation 74.8%, Adventure 25.2%

One strike can end it all. Step into multiplayer samurai duels where precision, timing, and skill decide who survives. Hone your mastery through deadly challenges.

Why similar: Simulation 100%

In the medieval era, assume the role of a lord and engage with other lords，develop fiefdoms, and employ strategies involving intrigue, warfare, and plunder. Expand your territory and strengthen your house lineage Or, be a god, manipulate the world? This game primarily strategic role-playing elements

Why similar: Simulation 100%

Relive the conflict between the mighty Roman Republic and the brave Celtiberian people of Numantia! Featuring hand-drawn illustrations, classic turn-based strategy mechanics, and combat tactics, with decision-making and side missions.

Liberate the Fallen Kingdom and Ignite a New Hope! A classic fantasy SRPG featuring a simple system and a cast of captivating characters woven into an epic tale.

Why similar: Simulation 100%

A Legionary's Life lets you play as a Roman soldier during the years of the Second Punic War and beyond. Rise up through the ranks and win prestigious awards or just focus on making it home in one piece; it's up to you.

Why similar: Simulation 54.4%, Retro 45.6%

Create your own epic saga of survival, mythology and diplomacy! Rule your clan, make strategic decisions that affect the game world, win battles and expand your influence in this unique mix of RPG, strategy and story-telling.

Why similar: Adventure 56.6%, Retro 43.4%

You will take on the role of the Second Prince of Xuan, heir of the Southern Regime. With foreign invaders entrenched in the north and a complacent court content to linger in the south, you face a defining choice:The choice… is yours!

Why similar: Simulation 78.2%, Retro 21.8%

Gold Rush! takes you back to the year 1849, when gold was discovered in California. It was certainly one of the most exciting times in American history. Gold Rush! includes the three routes tens of thousands took to the gold regions. Become Jerrod Wilson and experience each trek as you travel from New York to California.

Why similar: Classic 41.4% ★, Adventure 31.7%, Retro 26.9%

Swords & Bones inherits the spirit of the great 16-bit classics from the 80s and 90s, enriching the game experience with modern mechanics! Undead hordes and demons await you in this epic adventure!

Why similar: Adventure 68.5%, Retro 31.5%

Transported back a century by fate, you find yourself in a legendary tale of vengeance. Amidst powerful enemies in a tumultuous era, your mission is to assist those around you. Experience this immersive epic from a first-person perspective—authentic, weighty, yet brimming with hope.

Why similar: Simulation 67.5%, Adventure 32.5%