Afro Samurai
Afro Samurai is a 3D brawler with platforming elements loosely based on the manga and anime series of the same name. Using light hits, power hits, kicks, and blocks the player fights various enemies. Most levels culminate in a boss fight, and in-engine cutscenes advance the story. The game features a cel-shaded animation style. Though it is a hack and slash game, the "fighting is a bit more strategic" and the player will be able to block and use combos. The enemies will respond by rolling, ducking and hopping over the player's blade and occasionally using body orifices to catch the weapons, the combat system was worked on by Monty Oum.
Released
27 Jan 2009
17 years ago
Overview
Summary
Afro Samurai is a 3D brawler with platforming elements loosely based on the manga and anime series of the same name. Using light hits, power hits, kicks, and blocks the player fights various enemies. Most levels culminate in a boss fight, and in-engine cutscenes advance the story. The game features a cel-shaded animation style. Though it is a hack and slash game, the "fighting is a bit more strategic" and the player will be able to block and use combos. The enemies will respond by rolling, ducking and hopping over the player's blade and occasionally using body orifices to catch the weapons, the combat system was worked on by Monty Oum.
Description
About This Game
The quest for #1 comes to the Xbox 360! Afro Samurai is an action-adventure game featuring never before seen combat mechanics, stunning visuals, and an amazing cast of characters creating a brutally fresh entertainment experience. Afro Samurai utilizes a dynamic cross-hatching art style and cut-scene paneling that makes the game look like a comic come to life while its innovative combat system gives players the ability to dynamically cut enemies at any point in the body. Starring Samuel L. Jackson & featuring a hip-hop musical score produced by The RZA of Wu-Tang clan fame, Afro Samurai blends contemporary street and Japanese culture in the stylish world created by Takashi Okazaki and animated by revered animation studio, Gonzo. Follow the epic tale of Afro Samurai as he seeks vengeance against Justice, who murdered his father. Nothing personal... It's just revenge.
