About
A 2D action-platforming game that begins in a mystical representation of feudal Japan but travels all over time. It was originally released on European home computers, though Kemco's 1993 SNES port was published worldwide.
Story
The Demon King descends from his mountain domain to you, the First Samurai, and your Master. Defenseless against the Demon's magic, you succumb to his powers, leaving your Master to fight the Demon King alone. Your Master falls in combat, dying. But, with his last breath, he summons the Wizard Mage. The Demon King, fearing defeat, escapes to the future. Tormented, the young samurai seeks the teachings of the Wizard Mage in the ways of magic. Boiled with revenge and armed with a magical sword, the young samurai follows the Demon King into the future and the unknown.
What is happening now
First Samurai is a 1991 fighting-platformer that originally released across a range of 16-bit and home computer systems, including the Sega Genesis, Amiga, and DOS. The game blends arcade-style combat with platforming elements across multiple levels. The title is receiving renewed attention through a physical re-release on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System, being handled by 33 Games. The publisher, known for similar retro revivals including a Mega Drive version of Zool, has signaled additional licensing announcements ahead, suggesting an expanding catalog of classic game ports and re-releases.
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Releases
Earliest full release on each platform; regional dates can differ.