Top Samurai Games
60+ samurai games ranked by player tags and tunable re-ranking. Related tags include Action, Singleplayer, Historical, Adventure.
Recommended Samurai Games

Onimusha: Warlords
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!

SAMURAI SHODOWN
SAMURAI REBOOT! A brand new SAMURAI SHODOWN game takes aim for the world stage!
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- #1 Onimusha: Warlords88% matchVery Positive94% of 3,319 reviews2019Developer: CAPCOM CO., LTDPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 4.5hMean: 6.9h≥1hr: 84%
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!
- #2 SAMURAI SHODOWN75% matchVery Positive81% of 1,687 reviews2021Developer: SNK CORPORATIONPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.4hMean: 9.2h≥1hr: 78%
SAMURAI REBOOT! A brand new SAMURAI SHODOWN game takes aim for the world stage!
- #3 Utawarerumono: Prelude to the Fallen73% matchVery Positive93% of 1,345 reviews2021Developer: AQUAPLUSPublisher: DMM GAMESPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 4.8hMean: 137.1h≥1hr: 90%
The first game in the Utawarerumono trilogy of story-rich tactics RPGs. Into a world filled with verdant nature, populated by folk with fluffy ears and fuzzy tails, awakens Hakuowlo, a man of masked mien and missing memory.
- #4 Wagotabi: A Japanese Journey71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 1,322 reviews2025Developer: Wagotabi LimitedPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 1.9hMean: 6.1h≥1hr: 64%
Wagotabi is an educational RPG teaching Japanese from the ground up. Immerse yourself in the language through interactive dialogues, quest-solving, and puzzles, all while exploring Japan and its rich culture. Will you become a Japanese master?
- #5 SAMURAI WARRIORS 571% matchVery Positive82% of 1,547 reviews2021Developer: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 13.0hMean: 26.2h≥1hr: 92%
A new SAMURAI WARRIORS begins. After a 7-year wait, a new instalment in the tactical action series "SAMURAI WARRIORS" is finally here!
- #6 Sengoku Jidai: Shadow of the Shogun69% matchMostly Positive76% of 197 reviews2016Developer: Byzantine GamesPublisher: Slitherine Ltd.Platforms: Windows
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.
- #7 A Total War Saga: FALL OF THE SAMURAI68% matchMixed70% of 1,689 reviews2012Developer: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPublisher: SEGAPlatforms: Windows, Mac, Linux
Experience the dramatic conflict of samurai culture and modern weaponry between the Imperial throne and the last Shogunate in 19th century Japan.
- #8 SAMURAI WARRIORS 4-II65% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,431 reviews2015Developer: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 11.6hMean: 32.1h≥1hr: 81%
The latest iteration of the 10th anniversary "SAMURAI WARRIORS" series is here at last! Naomasa Ii appears as a playable character for the first time, and the various personalities of the age are explored in more depth in "Story Mode", which is now focused on individual characters.
- #9 Master Magistrate63% matchVery Positive90% of 209 reviews2020Developer: IRODORIPublisher: ShiravunePlatforms: WindowsMedian: 5.0hMean: 8.8h≥1hr: 93%
The samurai detective visual novel! Solve crimes and pass judgment on vigilantes, officials, inventors, and brigands to protect a city of eternal cherry blossoms.
- #10 Sword of the Samurai61% matchVery Positive91% of 160 reviews2014Developer: MicroProse SoftwarePlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 12mMean: 4.9h≥1hr: 36%
Enter Japan in the age of warring states. At the center of this role-playing, action-adventure simulation of combat, statesmanship and intrigue, you are a samurai warrior struggling for honor!
- #11 Onikira - Demon Killer62% matchMostly Negative39% of 377 reviews2015Developer: Digital Furnace GamesPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 2.1hMean: 3.1h≥1hr: 91%
Onikira is a 2D side scrolling beat ‘em up set in a fantasy feudal Japan where the player takes on the role of a samurai fighting to prevent the forces of the Japanese underworld from breaking through into the world of the living.
- #12 SAMURAI WARRIORS: Spirit of Sanada60% matchVery Positive84% of 732 reviews2017Developer: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 4.5hMean: 19.6h≥1hr: 73%
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.
- #13 SHOGUN: Total War™ - Collection59% matchVery Positive89% of 1,156 reviews2015Developer: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPublisher: SEGAPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 36mMean: 9.5h≥1hr: 41%
SHOGUN: Total War™ is the first, original title in a 15 year series of award-winning strategy games. This Collection Edition also includes the Mongol Invasion Expansion Pack.
- #14 Hakuoki: Edo Blossoms58% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,073 reviews2018Developer: Idea FactoryPublisher: Idea Factory InternationalPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 5.1hMean: 11.2h≥1hr: 92%
Continue your journey to Edo in Hakuoki™: Edo Blossoms, where you play as the heroine Chizuru Yukimura. Romance the famous warriors of the Shinsengumi as you enter a fantasy drama of battles and self-discovery. Your narrative choices unlock multiple branching storylines and 30 different endings!
- #15 Kunado Chronicles59% matchMostly Positive79% of 177 reviews2023Developer: Purple SoftwarePublisher: ShiravunePlatforms: WindowsMedian: 13.1hMean: 24.8h≥1hr: 77%
The dragon is already dead. Help what's left of humanity learn how to live in this post-apocalyptic fantasy visual novel.
- #16 Kiai Resonance56% matchMostly Positive79% of 217 reviews2015Developer: Absorb RealityPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.3hMean: 3.6h≥1hr: 88%
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.
- #17 Disgraced56% matchVery Positive84% of 94 reviews2016Developer: Corrosive Studios LLCPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.1hMean: 3.6h≥1hr: 95%
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.
- #18 KATANA KAMI: A Way of the Samurai Story56% matchMixed60% of 408 reviews2020Developer: ACQUIRE Corp.Publisher: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 3.9hMean: 7.5h≥1hr: 91%
The Way of the Samurai is forged in battle! Help the swordsmith Dojima pay off his debt after his beautiful daughter is taken as collateral by crafting swords by day and exploring mysterious, twisting dungeons for valuable materials at night.
- #19 Disco Samurai54% matchPositive89% of 45 reviews2025Developer: Pixel Fiber GamesPublisher: We Dig GamesPlatforms: Windows
Disco Samurai is a unique cyberpunk rhythm combat game. Master the art of perfectly timed parries and dodges to throw your enemies off balance and finish them off with devastating counter attacks. Crank up the volume and seize the rhythm of the electrifying soundscape of synthwave and rock!
- #20 Samurai Riot Definitive Edition53% matchMostly Positive76% of 72 reviews2017Developer: Wako FactoryPlatforms: Windows, Linux
Samurai Riot is a 2D Arcade-style Beat ‘Em Up game with a unique co-op system. Make deep moral choices throughout the branching storyline with high replay value.
- #21 Sengoku54% matchMixed61% of 475 reviews2011Developer: Paradox Development StudioPublisher: Paradox InteractivePlatforms: WindowsMedian: 2.0hMean: 4.6h≥1hr: 88%
Use your power as a Feudal Lord to unite the land of the Rising Sun under your iron fist.
- #22 The Sickle Upon Sekigahara53% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2020Developer: Nic3NtertainmentPlatforms: Windows
The Sickle Upon Sekigahara is a short Visual Novel that puts the player in the role of Kobayakawa Hideaki in the most tumultuous period of his life.
- #23 Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR'S CUT50% matchVery Positive94% of 91,151 reviews2024Developer: Sucker Punch ProductionsPublisher: PlayStation Publishing LLCPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 31.4hMean: 48.2h≥1hr: 96%
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.
- #24 Bladesong50% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,276 reviews2026Developer: SUN AND SERPENT creationsPublisher: MythwrightPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 5.1hMean: 6.3h≥1hr: 77%
The ultimate swordmaking game. Forge unique weapons with freeform blade shaping and modular hilts, perfectly balanced to your customers’ needs. Master the art of smithing and uncover the secrets of Eren Keep, a last haven of a dying world – or so they say.
- #25 Patched world52% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2020Developer: MoondolinoPlatforms: Windows
Real men lay eggs. Eggs will become your companion. Win battle and get stronger egg.
- #26 Katanaut50% matchVery Positive90% of 377 reviews2025Developer: VoidmawPublisher: Acclaim, Inc.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 1.1hMean: 3.3h≥1hr: 54%
Katanaut is a fast-paced, Metroidvania-inspired action roguelite blending fluid combat and cosmic horror. Slash, dodge, and wield powerful abilities as you battle through a station sprawling with twisted, once-human horrors. Adapt, survive, and descend into the shadows to uncover dark secrets.
- #27 Streets of Neotokio52% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2019Developer: Samurai MonkeysPublisher: ESATPlatforms: Windows
Neotokio is the capital city of Japan in the year 3020. A place whose control is fought over between two Yakuza clans: the conservative clan Minashigo and the progressive clan Kuroi Taiyo. Put yourself into the position of Kaito, who has to rescue Aiko and recover his lost honour as samurái of the clan Minashigo.
- #28 Total War: SHOGUN 250% matchVery Positive92% of 66,827 reviews2011Developer: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPublisher: SEGAPlatforms: Windows, Mac, Linux
Total War: SHOGUN 2 is the perfect mix of real-time and turn-based strategy gaming for newcomers and veterans alike.
- #29 Like a Dragon: Ishin!50% matchVery Positive81% of 6,258 reviews2023Developer: Ryu Ga Gotoku StudioPublisher: SEGAPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 12.8hMean: 29.4h≥1hr: 90%
Become the samurai of legend, Sakamoto Ryoma and embark on an epic action adventure story set in a heated historical Japan. Turn the tide of battle with legendary gun and sword combat to change the course of history in search for justice.
- #30 Rise of the Ronin50% matchMixed63% of 10,233 reviews2025Developer: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 18.8hMean: 35.8h≥1hr: 92%
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."
- #31 Samurai GUNN 250% matchVery Positive92% of 765 reviews2021Developer: Beau BlythPublisher: SCRAMBLERPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.6hMean: 6.4h≥1hr: 66%
Samurai GUNN 2 is a fighting game with Samurai and Gunns. Best your foes online or locally in this cutting edge sequel featuring Rollback Netcode and Ranked Matchmaking. Free Edition out now!
- #32 Cursed Blood50% matchPositive80% of 40 reviews2026Developer: David Marquardt StudiosPlatforms: Windows
Cursed Blood is a brutal 1-4 player co-op melee roguelike. Play as vengeful Samurai Apes fueled by rage, unleashing a whirlwind of lightning-fast combat. Spill blood, sever limbs, and claim your vengeance!
- #33 Hakuoki: Kyoto Winds50% matchVery Positive93% of 2,225 reviews2017Developer: Idea FactoryPublisher: Idea Factory InternationalPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 5.6hMean: 11.7h≥1hr: 90%
Romance 12 handsome warriors and the samurai of the Shinsengumi, uncover their dark secrets, and conquer your demons in this historical fantasy visual novel! Your narrative choices unlock multiple branching storylines and 30 different endings!
- #34 SAMURAI SHODOWN V SPECIAL / サムライスピリッツ零スペシャル50% matchVery Positive91% of 545 reviews2019Developer: SNK CORPORATIONPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 48mMean: 10.2h≥1hr: 44%
SAMURAI SHODOWN V SPECIAL, which was the last game made for SNK’s NEOGEO back in 2004, finally makes its way onto Steam. It features everything fans expect from a fighting game such as training mode, online matches, etc.
- #35 Shigatari50% matchVery Positive97% of 286 reviews2017Developer: Super Legit GamesPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.2hMean: 4.6h≥1hr: 84%
Shigatari is a samurai role-playing game with historical artwork.
- #36 Region at War: The Shogun's Tale of War50% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026Developer: ngotak game studioPlatforms: Windows
Conquer the fractured lands of Hinomoto. Blend deep turn-based empire management with thrilling real-time tactical battles in this 2D strategy game. Build your cities, research vital technologies, and lead your samurai armies to become the undisputed Shogun of the Sengoku era!
- #37 SAMURAI SHODOWN NEOGEO COLLECTION50% matchVery Positive83% of 389 reviews2020Developer: DIGITAL ECLIPSEPublisher: SNK CORPORATIONPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 48mMean: 7.0h≥1hr: 45%
The ULTIMATE collection is here! It all began in ’93, and now, the weapon-based fighting game series that swept the world is ready to be taken home in a new stellar collection! Six NEOGEO titles as well as one mysterious, unreleased game are featured!
- #38 Skulls of the Shogun50% matchVery Positive90% of 856 reviews2013Developer: 17-BITPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.0hMean: 4.7h≥1hr: 92%
Enter the Samurai Afterlife and join forces with vibrant ghost-samurai warriors, magical animal monks, and mustachioed samurai generals. It's fast-paced turn-based strategy inspired by Advance Wars, and supercharged with fighting-game flare!
- #39 Armed with Wings: Rearmed50% matchVery Positive87% of 536 reviews2017Developer: Sun-StudiosPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.2hMean: 4.2h≥1hr: 94%
You are the sword; cut down your foes with steel and thunder. You are the wings; explore the skies and uncover unreachable mysteries. Embark on a journey through a vicious world ruled by darkness and imperial tyranny - the lands of Blackmist.
- #40 Katana Soul50% matchVery Positive97% of 73 reviews2019Developer: SEEPPlatforms: Windows
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.
- #41 Katana Kata50% matchMixed68% of 73 reviews2020Developer: Stas ShostakPlatforms: Windows
Indie souls-like with innovative fight system where you practice your Katana on the path for endless improvement; again and again.
- #42 Onmyoudou - Arcade Edition50% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2020Developer: octokortexPlatforms: Windows
Onmyoudou - Arcade Edition is an endless action RPG game.Try your best strategy to defeat the slimes. Use your powerfull attacks and random itens around the environment.Defeat a slime and receive a "Tamashi", the ghost souls. Reach as many "Tamashi" as possible.
- #43 TRANSCEND50% matchMixed60% of 35 reviews2017Developer: YnorPlatforms: Windows
In this unique 2D world, you will partake in the story of a "Spirit Warrior" who is seeking to become THE Greatest Warrior ever. In order for him to fulfill his destiny he will 'transcend' time, worlds and even dimensions, to test himself against the strongest warriors to ever live...
- #44 Heritage50% matchNo user reviews2026Developer: Big Three GamesPlatforms: Windows
Animount has been seized by Drammul, the Lizard King, and his army. The only one capable of stopping them is Oro, the serpent. Trapped in a cycle of reincarnation, choose Scrolls, skills and equipments, and join powerful Sects in this Auto-Battler Roguelike to defeat Drammul and save Animount.
- #45 Bunraku50% matchNo user reviewsDeveloper: Efecto StudiosPublisher: Efecto Estudios SASPlatforms: Windows
Bunraku is a fast-paced fighting action game inspired by Japanese puppet theater. Master Dash and Parry in intense ninja battles for up to 8 players, local or online, across dynamic arenas, PvP modes, and team-based combat using powerful ninjutsu techniques.
- #46 Faraway Lands: Rise of Yokai50% matchNo user reviewsDeveloper: Ufuk YurtmanPlatforms: Windows
A side-view colony sim set in feudal Japan, shaped by myth and folklore. Take on the role of a local lord as you build a lively village, explore faraway lands, trade across the world, and defend your people from the Yokai lurking in the dark.
- #47 Kosenki50% matchNo user reviewsDeveloper: Eyeheim StudiosPlatforms: Windows
Kosenki is a fast-paced, stylish combat game set in a dark techno-feudal world. Master creative, high-speed battles as Hayato, a broken samurai fighting enemies from a Kosenki-corrupted world, and his own inner demons.
- #48 Yomi no Kuni50% matchNo user reviewsDeveloper: Overdrive TeamPlatforms: Windows
Yomi no Kuni is a linear action-adventure game where you play as a samurai seeking redemption in a twisted version of the Shinto underworld.
- #49 Warfactory: Automation RTS50% matchNo user reviews2026Developer: Terykon GamesPublisher: PalayePlatforms: Windows
Warfactory is an automation RTS where production defines the war effort. Build assembly lines to forge an army of machines, then feed thousands of units into massive real-time battles where every loss must be replaced by your factory.
- #50 Syncblade50% matchNo user reviewsDeveloper: JarsickPlatforms: Windows
A rhythm game where you can play any song thanks to our advanced music analysis system, or create and share custom levels with players around the world. Play as Akemi, a unique samurai girl, and slash through waves of Zombeats to the beat of the music you love.
- #51 Red Masked Ronin: Desires and Shadows50% matchNo user reviews2026Developer: Light Hunt GamesPlatforms: Windows
"Red Masked Ronin" is an open-world adult game where you play the lustful life of a Ronin in feudal Japan’s Middle Ages. The journey, beginning as a wandering Ronin, is shaped by seductive encounters and unexpectedly deepening passions.
- #52 Warlord: Awaji50% matchNo user reviewsDeveloper: Darkmatter GamesPlatforms: Windows
Lead a samurai invasion into the mysterious island of Awaji! Recruit, promote, and upgrade your warriors while navigating the ancient world of feudal Japan. Use samurai weapons and strategies to conquer the entire island and become Warlord!
- #53 Utawarerumono: Past and Present Rediscovered50% matchNo user reviews2026Developer: AQUAPLUSPublisher: DMM GAMESPlatforms: Windows
The Utawarerumono legend reaches a new climax in this sprawling JRPG! As a shadow falls over Yamato once more, Oshtor and friends set out on a fresh adventure—and somewhere, amid white mists, a long slumber approaches its end.
- #54 Falling Limbs50% matchNo user reviewsDeveloper: Archive 11Platforms: Windows
Falling Limbs is a roguelite platform-fighter game with a hand-drawn ukiyo-e art style. Customize samurai to shape the war for Japan through unpredictable physics-based battles; rearrange history again and again to find the one responsible for the destruction of your family.
- #55 Ashigaru Tactics50% matchNo user reviewsDeveloper: Mr CropsPlatforms: Windows
Ashigaru Tactics is a turn-based hex tactical combat sandbox game, set in Sengoku-era Japan. Assemble a squad of mercenaries and fight, survive, and kill in a land ravaged by clan wars, bandit incursions, and whispers of Yokai emerging.
- #56 Samurai Simulator50% matchNo user reviewsDeveloper: GameHuntersPlatforms: Windows
Venture on the way of the samurai! Fight epic battles, serve your Daimyo, defend your honour. and train followers in the Samurai Simulator – first ever feudal Japan life simulation game on Steam.
- #57 Samurai50% matchNo user reviews2022Developer: Warshark GamesPlatforms: Windows
Samurai is a tricky and tactical turn-based adventure. Take on the Yokai fortress one area at a time and face increasingly challenging foes in beautiful low-poly Japanese themed environments.
