Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade

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Release Date: May 15, 2025

Action, Fantasy, Roguelike, Isometric View, RPG Elements, Indie Games, Japanese Mythology, Action Adventure, Singleplayer

An isometric action game with roguelite elements. The story in Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade is set in a fantasy version of feudal Japan, full of demons and myths. The game allows us to choose between 3 playable characters with different playstyles. They must face the forces of darkness and discover their past.

6.8

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5.2

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Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade is an action adventure game with roguelite elements. It is set in a fantasy version of feudal Japan, enriched with mythological and demonic motifs. The game was developed by the independent Taiwanese studio 7QUARK, and its publisher is Game Source Entertainment.

Story

The game's action takes place in an alternative version of the Edo era, where a fragile balance has reigned for centuries between the world of humans and the realm of demons. Although there were incidents, they coexisted thanks to the bravery of a legendary warrior named Yasha, who 300 years earlier had stopped a demonic invasion during the Bloody Moon.

Peace lasted until the appearance of the Nine-Tailed Fox - a powerful demon who united the underground forces and launched another offensive against the world of mortals. In the face of chaos, the spiritual successor of Yasha appears - a warrior wielding a legendary blade.

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During the expedition through the land plunged into darkness, we must face enemy forces. We can play one of three warriors: Shigure, Sara or Taketora. Each character has their own story campaign, although their paths may intersect. The game allows to go through these stories separately, which provides diverse experiences and encourages replaying the story.

Gameplay

The gameplay in Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade involves dynamic battles combined with roguelite mechanics. We are given three characters to choose from, each of whom has a unique fighting style and a set of abilities. For example, Shigure is an immortal ninja, a master of quick attacks and lightning-fast dodges, while Taketora - a demonic samurai - combines brutal strength with the precision of an archer.

The game is based on exploring procedurally generated levels - differing in layout, enemies, traps, and bosses.

It is possible to acquire new equipment during our adventures. This includes weapons with various properties and rarity levels, as well as relics and artifacts that affect combat methods and character stats. Each game allows for development through temporary and permanent improvements, providing a wide range of character building options depending on the preferred style of play.

Game modes

Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade is exclusively a single-player title. The story campaign is divided into segments, which can be repeated in order to gain additional resources and unlock hidden elements.

Platforms:

PC Windows

Developer: 7QUARK

Publisher: Game Source Entertainment

Age restrictions: 12+

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Features

System Requirements

System Requirements for Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade Video Game:

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Dual Core 2.4 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 4 GB GeForce GTX 1650, 10 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade Video Game.

6.8

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 34% of Critics. There are 23 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

Nindie Spotlight: 7.8 / 10 by Justin Nation

This top-down roguelike slasher offers a challenge with 3 selectable characters, a fair amount of variety, and truly unique bosses

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Loot Level Chill: 9 / 10 by Chris White

Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade is one of the finest roguelike action-RPGs out there, with fluid combat, plenty of upgrades, and some incredible visuals.

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WayTooManyGames: 7.5 / 10 by Oliver Shellding

I think I really enjoyed Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade because I didn’t spend a lot of time chasing the next Hades clone after the success of the progenitor. There have been attempts, but I missed them, and I didn’t get into the sequel early access yet. So something that reminds me that isometric, fast paced, incrementally improving titles are fun as hell is important, and Yasha hits those notes with aplomb.

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52%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Mixed (99)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

Visuals and Art Style: Many users praised the game's beautiful graphics, anime-inspired art, and atmospheric design, particularly its representation of the Edo period and character designs.
Combat Mechanics: The combat is described as fun, fluid, and satisfying, with a well-implemented parry system that adds depth to gameplay.
Character Variety: Players appreciated the three distinct characters, each with unique playstyles and storylines, allowing for varied gameplay experiences.
Potential for Improvement: Many users see potential in the game, believing that with updates and patches, it could become even better.
Engaging Story: While some found the story average, others enjoyed the narrative elements and character interactions.

The main cons of the game

Short Gameplay Duration: Several reviews mentioned that the game feels short, with some players completing it in around 1.5 hours, leading to concerns about value for the price.
Bugs and Technical Issues: Users reported various bugs, including getting stuck on loading screens and issues with the result screen after battles, which hindered progression.
Lack of Enemy and Area Variety: Many players noted that the game lacks randomization in enemy types and room layouts, making runs feel repetitive.
Clunky Combat: Some reviews pointed out that while combat can be fun, it also feels clunky at times, especially regarding the responsiveness of parry mechanics and animations.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

More Variety in Levels and Enemies: Players expressed a desire for more diverse environments, enemy types, and boss layouts to enhance replayability and reduce monotony.
Expanded Hub Area and NPC Interactions: Some reviews suggested adding more story events, NPCs, and quests to enrich the game world and provide deeper engagement.
Improved Dialogue Choices: Users wanted more depth in the dialogue system, including choices that could influence outcomes and increase emotional engagement with the story.
More Updates and Content: There were requests for more frequent updates and additional content, such as new weapons and gameplay mechanics, to keep the experience fresh.

Summary

Overall, "Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade" has received mixed feedback, with many players enjoying its aesthetic and combat but expressing concerns over its length, bugs, and repetitive gameplay.

Summary generated on: June 2, 2025

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