The latest trailer from the sword fighting action RPG "Samurai Road Gaiden KATANAKAMI" released on 2/20! Multiplayer and sword information also announced.

Spike Chunsoft has released the latest trailer for "Samurai Road Gaiden: Katanakami" (developed by Acquire), which is scheduled for release on PS4/Switch/Steam on Thursday, February 20, 2020. It also revealed details regarding online multiplayer and information about the series' previous swords.

In this Japanese-style sword fighting action RPG that is an offshoot of the "Samurai Road" series, the main character tries to save his daughter from being taken away to cover his debts while living a life cycle of collecting swords and other materials in a monster-infested dungeon at night and earning money as a blacksmith during the day. The structure of the dungeon changes each time you enter, so you can challenge the dungeon again and again with a fresh mind.

⇒The swordsmanship action RPG "Samurai Road Gaiden: Katanakami" will be released on February 20, 2020. The purchase bonus is two types of DLC: the "Real-life Famous Sword" and the "Kazaraijin Costume"!

Latest Trailer

In the trailer released, the main character "Gunji Dojima," a blacksmith, and his daughter "Nanami Dojima" talk to each other and introduce the charm of the game.

Elements of online multiplayer are introduced!

Elements of online multiplayer were also revealed. The multiplayer system "Ima, zani-yukimasu" from "Samurai Road 4" has evolved into the "New Ima, zani-yukimasu" system.

When the multiplayer setting is turned on, the player is randomly connected to either the synchronous type, in which other players operate in real time, or the asynchronous type, in which the AI operates other players' protagonist data. In multiplayer, players can express their willingness to "cooperate" or "compete" via symbol chat, but the symbol chat can be changed at any time, allowing players to enjoy the tension of not knowing when they will be betrayed.

In addition, if the matched players have selected "cooperate," damage to each other is eliminated, and even if another player is killed, he or she can be revived by kicking the corpse. If both players have selected "match" with each other, they can take only their gold if they defeat a synchronized player, or their gold, sword, and items if they defeat an asynchronous player.

If you are defeated, only your gold will be taken from you, regardless of whether your opponent is synchronous or asynchronous. If the player is not likely to win, he or she can get down on his or her knees and beg for his or her life, which will count as a defeat, but will not deprive the player of his or her gold. If you attack a player who has selected the "cooperate" option, you will become a "wanted man. A bounty is attached to the wanted man, which is paid to the player who defeats him.

Information on the swords of the "Samurai Road" series

In addition, information on the swords from the "Samurai Road" series that will also appear in this title was also revealed.

■Takefuji: First appearance in "Samurai" / "Jodan" stance
Dojima decided to borrow money to start a blacksmith shop. There were several moneylenders, but he decides to borrow money from a flashy moneylender with a group of dancing women. After successfully opening the store, Dojima named the moneylender's shop after this weapon as a commemorative gift.

■Bitei Teikotsu (美帝骨): first appeared in "Samurai Way 2" / "one-handed" stance.
This sword is said to be most beautiful when it is bathed in the blood of the victim. The sword is so beautiful that it is said to be most beautiful when it is bathed in the returned blood.

Batsuichi: first appeared in "Samurai Way 3" / "Jodan" stance
A type of zanbatou, favored by the great warriors. It is extremely heavy and requires a strong body to use. It is said that by the time one is able to use it, one's wife will have lost interest in him and run away.

Ashura: First appeared in "Samurai Road 4" / "Jodan" stance
The long sword with the name of "Onigami," the wielder of this sword has the power of Shura. He can also use his illusionary killing technique, in which he appears to have six arms by swinging at super-high speed, to deceive his opponents. However, since he cannot defend against gunfire, he is often injured, causing worry to those around him.

Outline of the film
Samurai Road Gaiden KATANAKAMI

Genre: Swordsmanship Action RPG
Compatibility: PlayStation 4/Nintendo Switch/Steam
Players: 1 player (1-2 players when online)
Release date: February 20, 2020 (Thursday)
Price: 4,378 yen (including tax)
CERO: Z (only for ages 18 and older)
Sold by: Spike Chunsoft
Developer: Acquire

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