Despite providing a vast selection of exclusive games specifically for its own unique control function, the Nintendo Wii is often forgotten for its action/RPG exclusives. However, one game released towards the end of 2009 took the software sales by storm and earned high acclaim throughout gaming circles; Wii’s Muramasa: Demon Blade.
The game tracks a pair of sword slingers as they fight their way towards their own goals. Kisuke is a youthful Ninja struggling to regain his memories whilst tracking down the ultimate weapon, and Momohime, a samurai girl possessed by an evil spirit. Wii’s Muramasa: Demon Blade is tailored towards the great skills each of these characters employ as master warriors.
Players can utilize three varied control techniques; the Wii remote itself, or by employingeither the Gamecube controller or the classic one. Furthermore, in a neat development, players can opt to play Wii’s Muramasa: Demon Blade as a focussed RPG, promoting levelling up, or as a clean cut action adventure.
Graphically, the game excels where most Wii productions could fall behind. Drawing paralells to Square Enix’s Odin Sphere, the game demonstrates a classic Japanese art style currently becoming popular amongst players. There’s a massive range of swords to collect and forge throughout the campaign too, steeping users in sword mythos.
Wii’s Muramasa: Demon Blade is a great exclusive game which undoubtedly earns the kudos it has garnered so far. The various play styles and impressive visuals provide a game which merits multiple playthroughs, a definite pick for lovers of feudal Japanese culture and sword play!