Underplayed Gems

Katana X (2017)

Katana X cover
Developer
Aargle, LLC
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie, Simulation, Sports, Early Access
Rating
3.7 of 5, 115 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

a physically engaging, motion-controlled sword-sim that turns you into a sweaty, focused athlete while you slice through targets in a satisfying, addictive loop

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What players say

Players call the game abandonware since 2017. The physics feel janky and the blade angle is very picky, with some saying cuts pass through fruit. The original Tatami mode gets some praise for its satisfying accuracy, but performance and tracking issues are common, especially on Oculus headsets. Many players buy it only for a Steam VR katana item.

Screenshots

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