Daisho: Survival of a Samurai

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In "Daisho: Survival of a Samurai," experience a unique blend of action RPG and survival game mechanics set in feudal Japan. Casually manage resources, engage in exploration, and complete quests without the constant threat of permadeath. Build and customize your own Japanese village, manage worker resources, and defend your estate with a variety of weapons.

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,340 reviews

story86 positive mentions

monetization29 negative mentions

The gameplay and story concept are engaging and well-crafted, providing a fun experience.
The graphics are visually appealing, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game.
There is no energy system, allowing players to grind and play for extended periods without interruptions.

The storage system is overly limited and expensive to upgrade, making progression frustrating.
The game has a pay-to-win model, with many features locked behind microtransactions, which can be demotivating for free-to-play users.
The combat mechanics are simplistic and lack depth, leading to repetitive gameplay.

story
130 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
66%
29%
5%
The game's story is generally praised for its engaging plot and well-constructed narrative, with many players appreciating the graphics and immersive experience. However, criticisms arise regarding the lack of diverse quests, repetitive tasks, and limited progression, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. While some players find the storyline compelling, others feel it could benefit from more depth and variety to maintain interest.
- “The story is really good, which I liked too.”
- “Great graphics, great storyline, great controls.”
- “I love the graphics and the storyline; it's a fantastic, brilliant game ever.”
- “There is no quest besides occasionally two pop-ups in the pine forest.”
- “Sadly this game doesn't have radiant quests where it desperately needs it.”
- “Bored after playing for 10 minutes, the plot is not engaging, the playing style is also robotic.”
graphics
122 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
72%
25%
2%
Overall, the graphics of the game have received positive feedback, with many users praising their beauty, smoothness, and suitability for the game's art style. While some players noted that the graphics could be improved or are somewhat standard, the majority found them appealing and well-executed, contributing to an engaging gameplay experience. However, a few reviews mentioned a desire for more realistic graphics and better character designs.
- “Really nice smooth running, beautiful graphics, great momentum on the progress into the storyline, and overall great battle, discovery, dialogue, exchange, acquiring and repairing game engine build!”
- “Gorgeous graphics, so far it's one of the best survival games I've ever played!”
- “Awesome game and graphics, love the story too.”
- “I was expecting more than a copy of their own game with only a cosmetic change of swapped graphics and music.”
- “Firstly, the graphics are serviceable.”
- “Quite poor graphics.”
gameplay
79 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
29%
6%
Overall, the gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players praising the graphics, story, and smooth mechanics. However, common criticisms include a lack of engaging combat mechanics, frustrating energy systems, and a grind-heavy progression that often feels unrewarding. While some players find the gameplay enjoyable and fun, others express disappointment over repetitive quests and monetization strategies that hinder the experience.
- “No energy or stamina system is a big plus, the gameplay and story is really great compared to others like it.”
- “Gameplay is smooth and fun.”
- “Wonderful graphics and gameplay.”
- “The things that disappoint though are the fighting mechanics for a samurai game; the combat is simply tap attack button and tank enemies.”
- “Game graphics and storyline are amazing, but too limited storage, large amount of materials to craft one item or upgrade, no maps, repetitive quests, grinding for a lot of time but feels like there is no progress, and the worst part is the gameplay battle: no dodge, all attacks hit, so lots of potions to use in one quest, no skills, and very little amount of coins for a reward.”
- “Interesting premise, but disappointing controls and combat mechanics, especially for a samurai game.”
monetization
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
18%
73%
The monetization in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the prevalence of ads and the pressure to make microtransactions to progress. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards, others find the system buggy and feel it detracts from gameplay, leading to a perception of the game as a cash grab. Overall, players desire a more balanced approach to monetization, with some suggesting a flat price model instead of the current ad and microtransaction-heavy structure.
- “I like it so far; so good, no ads, game runs smooth and the storyline.”
- “The cons are manageable and in-game purchases are within reasonable price.”
- “Good RPG, easy to learn, fun to play, no ads.”
- “But the ads plus pay-to-win mechanics are why I'm immediately uninstalling.”
- “This game is such a waste; it could be such a fun game, but if you don't pay, you can't progress in the game. The gameplay is nice and the graphics too, but battle is boring—just press the hit button. It's amazing how you can ruin a game with these simple mistakes. I am uninstalling with hard feelings.”
- “The grind is massive, and clearly several mechanics are balanced around frustrating the player in order to sell microtransactions.”
grinding
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the game heavily emphasizes grinding, particularly for resources and materials, which can become tedious and repetitive. Players express frustration over limited storage, slow energy regeneration, and the lack of meaningful progress despite extensive grinding efforts. While some enjoy the grindy nature of the game, many feel it detracts from overall enjoyment and leads to a sense of stagnation.
- “About 90% of your time will be farming.”
- “Game graphics and storyline are amazing, but there's too limited storage, a large amount of materials needed to craft one item or upgrade, no maps, repetitive quests, grinding for a lot of time but feels like there is no progress, and the worst part is the gameplay battle: no dodge, all attacks hit, so lots of potions are needed in one quest, no skills, and very little amount of coins for a reward.”
- “You hit paywalls within 30 minutes of playing; 1000 hours of work can be achieved in £100. If you are a grinder, don't play; it's beyond what any grinding game should be. If you are a payer, then play and join the only people who can succeed in this app.”
music
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
81%
10%
10%
The music in the game is generally praised for its calming and soothing qualities, enhancing the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. While many players appreciate the traditional Japanese influences and find the soundtrack satisfying, some express a desire for more variety and intensity, particularly during combat. Overall, the music is considered one of the standout features, contributing positively to the game's aesthetic and enjoyment.
- “It's a beautiful game with calming music that is an excellent distraction.”
- “The music is the best part of the game.”
- “This game is amazing; the music is so relaxing and I played a lot of these; this is the best.”
- “I was expecting more than a copy of their own game with only a cosmetic change of swapped graphics and music.”
- “The musical score is okay but could definitely do with more variety and intensity.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
71%
Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while some players report no significant glitches and a solid experience, others encounter frequent bugs and issues, particularly with controller support and ad interruptions. Many users suggest that the game is still in early stages and may improve over time.
- “No glitches detected, so it's a 5-star game for me.”
- “Good so far, good storyline, no glitches or commercials.”
- “A bit buggy with ads sometimes makes you repeat it.”
- “Fun but buggy.”
- “The game is great but in early stages...too many bugs and glitches so I'll try it later.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it funny and entertaining, particularly enjoying quirky elements like character renaming limitations and memorable sound effects. While some users noted that the sound quality could be improved, the overall comedic aspects contribute positively to the gaming experience.
- “After a few minutes... for me it's really awesome and the best RPG. However, I found it funny to rename characters; you can't use spaces, but the default name uses spaces. Hahaha! Hope the dev fixes it soon as it's weird. Anyway, it's still fun! Hahaha.”
- “Funny game and I just installed it. It has the infamous yell; don't know its name, but when you hear it, you will know what I mean.”
- “So funny and entertaining.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game is reported to run smoothly, providing a solid performance experience. However, the energy system has received negative feedback, indicating it may detract from the overall optimization.
- “Runs smoothly.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere is enhanced by a captivating musical score that contributes to a cool and immersive experience.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, enhanced by the hauntingly beautiful music.”
- “The game's atmosphere draws you in, making you feel like you're part of a living, breathing world.”
- “Every detail contributes to the atmosphere, from the ambient sounds to the stunning visuals.”