Bujingai: The Forsaken City (2003)

Developer: Taito, Red Entertainment
Publisher: Taito, BAM! Entertainment, 505 Game Street
Platforms: PlayStation 2
Genres: Hack and slash/Beat 'em up

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How it feels

a stylish, fast-paced battle through a demon-infested city where flashy swordplay and magic make every fight feel like a cinematic showdown.

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About

An isolated island-city stands as home to much of what remains of the human race. The ancient technology which annihilated most of the earth has now opened a gateway to a hellish dimension, unleashing a horde of demons upon the city. One warrior, armed with a pair of swords and an arsenal of magic spells, goes to battle the army of demons. This warrior's name is Lau, and thousands will die by his hand.

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