Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- Sweep the Board!

Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- Sweep the Board! is for a very specific target audience, but others may find it all a bit too baffling.

79%Game Brain Score

gameplay, humor

graphics, optimization

87% User Score Based on 69 reviews

Critic Score 61%Based on 4 reviews

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Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- Sweep the Board! is a single player and multiplayer casual simulation game with fantasy and anime themes. It was developed by CyberConnect2 and was released on July 16, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

Embark on an adventure through iconic settings from the anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba in this action-packed board game. Compete with friends as you brave the elements on your quest to become the strongest demon slayer!

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87%Audience ScoreBased on 69 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

Captures the Demon Slayer aesthetic well with detailed character models, voice acting, and beautifully rendered boards inspired by the anime.
Unique day-night cycle and demon boss battles add strategic depth and variety compared to other party board games like Mario Party.
Offers fun local multiplayer experience with friends and family, with many engaging mini-games and a scoring system that encourages comebacks.

The game suffers from slow pacing, lengthy animations, and technical issues including lag and freezing, especially in online multiplayer.
Limited content with few boards, characters, and repetitiveness in mini-games; also lacks a campaign/story mode and more substantial unlockables.
Online matchmaking and netcode are unreliable, and the game's price is considered too high for the amount of content provided.

gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
41%
18%
The gameplay combines traditional board game mechanics with unique demon-slayer-themed elements like a day-night cycle and demon battles, offering fun and familiar mini-games. While it has charming, inspired mechanics and variety across maps, the slow pace, lengthy turns, and shallow depth limit its replayability and appeal, especially in solo mode. Overall, it can be an enjoyable casual party game for fans but falls short of being truly engaging for extended play.
- “The gameplay takes inspiration from classic party games like Mario Party, with players rolling dice, moving across a board, and engaging in mini-games to collect resources and defeat demons.”
- “The day night cycle makes the game move quickly and the battle mechanics are really unique and fun with friends.”
- “Pros: solid and inspired gameplay that actually works well, solid item choices (varying from what board you choose and where you're headed was smart), funny red demon hand space, everyone is at each other's throats before the first minigame starts, cool board gimmicks, most minigames are easy to figure out, solid roster, little gacha system but it's only cosmetic and visuals that don't require real money to play.”
- “The slow pace and lengthy turns can make the gameplay feel tedious, especially in solo mode.”
- “It can be a fun diversion for a night with friends who love the series, but the shallow mechanics, slow pace, and limited replayability hold it back from being a truly great party game.”
- “It's very annoying especially when the gameplay is slow which took 1 hour to finish one game.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The graphics effectively capture the anime's aesthetic with beautifully rendered environments and pleasing visuals that enhance the game's atmosphere. However, occasional animation stutters and sluggishness slightly detract from the overall polish. Overall, the art style is praised for its faithful and attractive representation, appealing even to those unfamiliar with the source material.
- “The game successfully captures the series' aesthetic with beautifully rendered environments inspired by iconic locations like the Mugen Train and Swordsmith Village.”
- “The game’s aesthetics are true to the anime, creating a visually pleasing experience.”
- “Still, however, a pretty solid party game even if you don't know the source material; knowing the source material makes the cosmetics, visuals, and boards feel rewarding on their own.”
- “Dreadful gameplay, abhorrent graphics, I'd rather play JJK Curse Clash.”
- “The music complements the mood well, but occasional stutters and sluggish animations during turns detract from the polish that the visuals initially promise.”
- “Little gacha system but it's only cosmetic & visuals that doesn't require real money to play.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game suffers from notable optimization issues, including lag during minigames that can make them frustrating or unplayable, slow bot performance, and prolonged turn times. These technical flaws hinder smooth gameplay and highlight the need for improved optimization and network stability to enhance the overall experience.
- “Cons: optimization - the game lags in some minigames and it really makes it tough to play them or makes them unplayable in worse cases. Some minigames drag on too long and may need fixing (e.g., badminton). If you want minigames, you have to try to keep it daytime as much as possible.”
- “These technical flaws highlight the need for better optimization and network stability.”
- “Overall optimization could save the game at certain points.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
Replayability is mixed, with visually appealing demon encounters and varied boards adding interest, but limited character roster and shallow mechanics reduce long-term engagement. While achievements and unlockables enhance replay value, the slow pace and lack of deeper gameplay hinder its appeal as a lasting party game. Increasing character variety and cosmetic options could improve replayability.
- “The variety of characters, the way they made different seasons/settings into unique boards, and the many achievements/unlockables make it very replayable.”
- “It can be a fun diversion for a night with friends who love the series, but the shallow mechanics, slow pace, and limited replayability hold it back from being a truly great party game.”
- “Demon encounters at night are visually compelling but involve basic mechanics that don’t offer much replay value.”
- “Only 14 characters are playable, with some fan-favorites like Nezuko appearing in limited support roles rather than being full participants.”
- “Additionally, expanding the roster with more characters and offering a wider variety of skins and cosmetics would add depth and replayability.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game features enjoyable story progression tied to the boards but lacks a dedicated campaign or story mode. Players seeking a strong narrative or structured challenges may want to reconsider purchasing.
- “This is a fun game and I love the story progression for the boards.”
- “No campaign or story mode.”
- “If you're looking for a story or challenges, I suggest you think twice before buying it.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Grinding in the game is criticized for slowing down the pacing, turning what could be a fast and engaging experience into a tedious and drawn-out process, particularly affecting solo play.
- “These pacing problems can quickly turn what should be a light and fast-paced experience into a tedious grind.”
- “The slow pace and lengthy turns can make the gameplay feel tedious, especially in solo mode.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music effectively complements the game's mood, enhancing the atmosphere, though occasional stutters and sluggish turn animations somewhat undermine the overall polish.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The character development is praised for its detailed designs and animations that authentically capture the essence of the original anime.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor is highlighted through quirky elements like the funny red demon hand space and the chaotic interactions among players before minigames, adding a lively and entertaining atmosphere to the gameplay.

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Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- Sweep the Board! is a casual simulation game with fantasy and anime themes.

Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- Sweep the Board! is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- Sweep the Board! was released on July 16, 2024.

Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- Sweep the Board! was developed by CyberConnect2.

Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- Sweep the Board! has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- Sweep the Board! for its gameplay but disliked it for its graphics.

Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- Sweep the Board! is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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