Side-scrolling action RPG Muramasa: Revenant Blades will launch for PlayStation 5, Switch 2, Switch, and PC via Steam on February 4, 2027, publisher Marvelous and developer Vanillaware announced.
In North America, the standard edition will cost $49.99 on PlayStation 5 and Switch, and $59.99 on Switch 2, featuring the full game on the card. A limited edition will also be available for $89.99 and $99.99, containing a copy of the game, collectible art book, limited soundtrack CD with select tracks from the game, and a 10 inches by 14 inches folding byobu folding screen. Details regarding digital editions will be announced at a later date.
In Europe, the standard edition will cost €49.99 / £44.99 for all platforms, and the limited edition will cost €69.99 / £59.99. The limited edition contains the game and a collectible art book.
Here is an overview of the game, via today’s gameplay showcase:
About
Long ago, deep in Japan’s past, a tale of those drawn together by the cursed sword began in Muramasa: The Demon Blade.
Then, a second collection of stories revealed another side of the tale in Genroku Legends.
Now these two works have been brought together and further refined as Muramasa: Revenant Blades. And so, a fantastical tale of madness and conflict is about to begin.
Story and Characters
First, let’s take a glimpse at the story and the characters who bring it to life.
- The Tale of Kiskuke
- Kisuke (voiced by Khoi Dao in English) – “I‘ll pile your corpses as high as the mountains.”
- Yuzuruha (voiced by Ambe Lee Connors in English) – “May I ask a humble favor?”
- Torahime (voiced by Dawn M. Bennett in English) – “Seal your heart for battle.”
- The Tale of Momohime
- Momohime (voiced by Alice Himora in English) – “I see myself staring right back at me. What on earth has happened?”
- Jinkuro Izuna (voiced by Chris Tergliafera in English) – “Hand it over. Don’t struggle or we’ll burn in hell together.”
- Kongiku (voiced by Elsie Lovelock in English) – “I will not let you die. You have my word.”
- The Tale of Bakeneko
- Okoi (voiced by Sam Slade in English) – “Just imagine his relief when we safely deliver this treasure to the capital and secure his land rights.”
- Shizaemon Shigematsu (voiced by Blythe Melin in English) – “Don’t lose sight of our mission. Our quarry is those two youths.”
- The Tale of the Rebellion
- Gonbe (voiced by Adin Rudd in English) – “Mercy. Only the gods have mercy on me.”
- Otae (voiced by Brianna Knickerbocker in English) – “Guess I’ll have to keep you company.”
- The Tale of the White Snake
- Arashimaru (voiced by Caleb Yen in Englihs) – “Arashimu of Iga’s Mukuro clan. Chew on that after you die.”
- Shirohebi (voiced by Anne Yatco in English) – “I am the goddess Inaraki. Enshrined here as the guardian serpent Shirohebi.”
- The Tale of the Devil’s Daughter
- Rajaki (voiced by Suzie Yeung in English) – “I did my best to hide it, but I didn’t fool you one bit.”
- Sekichi (voiced by Chris Hackney in English) – “Hey, who you calling scary? You’re the Oni, after all.”
Six protagonists, each with their own past and purpose. Which story you experience first is up to you.
Sword-Fighting
Next, let’s take a look at the basics of combat.
The thrill of combat comes from fast-paced action and simple, intuitive controls. Keep up your attacks to seamlessly chain together combos, then mix in jumps and dashes to pull off moves like this. You can block enemy attacks or even deflect them.
But keep an eye on your spirit gauge at the top of the screen. If your spirit runs out, your weapon will break. So, be sure to switch weapons before that happens.
Sheathed weapons gradually recover. Sheathing even a broken weapon will recover its spirit. The key to combat is mastering secret arts. From powerful strikes to ranged attacks, a variety of skills are at your fingertips.
Using secret arts consumes spirit. But you can recover the spirit spent on secret arts by landing normal attacks.
Weave basic attacks together with secret arts to flow through battle with style.
Combat Skills
Each character brings their own unique style to combat.
- Kisuke and Momohime wield two types of swords, normal and long blades, and can unleash 108 secret arts to cut down their enemies.
- Okoi is capable of battling in both her human and cat forms. Once her transformation gauge is full, she can temporarily transform to unleash havic upon her foes.
- Gonbe fights using a hoe, bamboo spear, and sickle. As he switches between them, his allies may jump in to land a hand.
- Arashimaru wields three different ninja weapons, specializing in long range combat. He can use a secret arc to summon Shirohebi, who supports him in combat.
- Rajaki rampages through battle in both her Hellion and Hellraiser forms. Transform into a giant oni to overwhelm enemies with incredible power.
Master each character’s unique strengths to gain the upper hand in battle.
Training
Expand your tactics by mastering secret arts.
As Kisuke and Momohime gain experience with their swords, they can master new secret arts. You can view all the secret arts you’ve mastered and assign up to three for ground combat and three for aerial combat.
Mastered arts can be used in addition to the secret art embedded within each sword. You can activate them freely using directional inputs.
Enhance your favorite secret arts to increase their power. Master a variety of secret arts and create a combat style all your own.
Smithing
Strengthen your equipment through blacksmithing and training.
Kisuke and Momohime can use blacksmithing to forge new swords.
Forging a sword requires souls obtained from defeated enemies.
Use resources to further strengthen the swords you forged.
The other characters can learn new skills through training and create charms that enhance their abilities and weapons.
Equipping charms can boost stats such as attack power and spirit power.
Use blacksmithing and training to strengthen the equipment you’ll need for the battles ahead.
Enjoy Travel
When you need a break from battle, take some time to relax.
You’ll find hot springs with breathtaking views throughout the land. Soak in the warm waters to restore your vitality and gain special benefits. You may even have a few unexpected encounters.
And no journey would be complete without a good meal. Eating meals grants vitality, which can be used to enhance secret arts. Enjoy some exquisite cuisine to keep you going on your journey. With a cookbook and the right ingredients, you can even prepare your very own meals.
Show a palanquin bearer your destination on a map and they’ll take you where you want to go. You can even travel to places you haven’t visited yet. Travel too far and you may find yourself in over your head.
And when you’re near the coast, take a relaxing boat ride. You can even enjoy some fishing along the way. But watch out, you never know when a giant sea monster might attack.
There’s plenty to discover beyond the battlefield.
Extras
Let’s take a look at the newly added gallery features.
Browse illustrations from this and previous games. Flashbacks allow you to revisit scenes from past events, while the script lets you look back through past dialogue. Unlock more content as you progress through your adventure.
Here’s another mode to explore.
Enjoy the original gameplay of Muramasa: The Demon Blade and Genroku Legends, now with enhanced graphics.
Enjoy discovering the differences from this version or revisit those nostalgic adventures once again.
Conclusion
There you have it.
Six stories unfold across a world both mysterious and beautiful. Featuring exhilarating sword fighting action that anyone can pick up and enjoy. Plus, new gameplay systems add more depth to your adventure. Whether you’re new to the series or a longtime fan, there’s plenty to discover. Stay tuned for more from Muramasa: Revenant Blades.
Watch a new trailer below.
Gameplay Showcase Trailer
English
Japanese