Underplayed Gems

Samurai Stratagem (2025)

Samurai Stratagem cover
Developer
Anarky Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie, RPG
Rating
4.4 of 5, 16 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 25 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A lone samurai races through feudal Japan, testing speed and precision in lethal duels where one mistake means death.

grief-drivenvengefulfast-pacedpunishingsolofeudaltwitch-reflexno second chances

What players say

Players describe it as a brutally hard reflex game in the style of Dance Dance Revolution, with a cool pixel art style and soundtrack that feels like an old school arcade title. Many compare it to One Finger Death Punch, noting its short length and lack of controller support.

Screenshots

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