Lightning Katana

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Lightning Katana is a single player shooter game. It was developed by Juicy Pulp Games and was released on February 18, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Lightning Katana is a fast-paced action FPS combining lightning-quick dodges, precise parries, and stylish combos to slice through Neo-Nippon’s Yakuza. Players must master furious swordplay and gunfire to defeat deadly enemies and avenge their pet Dogsuke. Gain unique powers by defeating empowered foes and chain kills for high ranks and rewards.

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gameplay6 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

Fast-paced combat with intuitive controls and satisfying mechanics that keep players engaged and striving for better scores.
Charming retro graphics combined with a playful aesthetic and catchy soundtrack enhance the overall experience.
Well-designed levels that encourage replayability and mastery, with a good balance of challenge and fun.

The game is relatively short, with some players feeling it lacks depth and variety in enemy types.
Technical issues such as crashes can lead to lost progress, which can be frustrating for players.
Some players may find the difficulty curve steep, making it challenging to progress without repeated attempts.

gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is fast-paced and enjoyable, blending retro graphics with modern mechanics, making it accessible yet challenging. Players appreciate the well-balanced tutorial that effectively teaches core mechanics, leading to satisfying moments of skill mastery. However, some users feel the overall experience is too short, despite the fun and engaging nature of the gameplay.
- “Fast-paced, fun, and mixes retro graphics with smooth modern gameplay.”
- “Man, this game is a blast - super fun retro graphics, tight trigger-finger gameplay, and really satisfying combos.”
- “By the second level, I felt all the mechanics start to click, and I got so hyped the first time I hit a parry on my last bit of HP to kill the last enemy and get my first P rank.”
- “Great game if you're looking for a retro feel with not overly complicated mechanics.”
- “There's a mix of different gameplay as well as learning new moves and mechanics with various rooms.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
78%
22%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their retro aesthetic combined with modern gameplay, creating a visually appealing experience that enhances the fast-paced combat. Reviewers highlight the charming pixel art and vibrant visuals, noting that the game's aesthetics contribute significantly to its fun and engaging atmosphere. Overall, the graphics receive high ratings, with scores around 8 to 9 out of 10, reflecting their quality and appeal.
- “Fast-paced, fun, and mixes retro graphics with smooth modern gameplay.”
- “This game moved so smoothly and the aesthetics were on point; it felt like such a great hybrid of arcade style gaming and modern indies.”
- “From the finger guns to the epic music to the cute doggie shopkeeper, this game is very aesthetically pleasing and pretty fun.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The music in the game is highly praised for its catchiness and charm, contributing significantly to the overall fun experience. Reviewers highlight the solid soundtrack and quirky characters, such as the dog shopkeeper, with one user giving it a perfect score of 10/10. Overall, the music enhances the game's aesthetic appeal and enjoyment.
- “Overall fun with catchy music.”
- “The tutorial is solid, and the soundtrack and quirky characters, like the dog shopkeeper, add to the charm.”
- “From the finger guns to the epic music to the cute doggie shopkeeper, this game is very aesthetically pleasing and pretty fun.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is described as a compact and nonsensical experience that complements the fast-paced combat, featuring an epic narrative centered around a character's quest for vengeance after their dog is harmed. Players appreciate the engaging and action-driven plot, which enhances the overall gameplay experience.
- “The story is epic, and nobody touches your dog.”
- “A nice, very compact (and very short) experience, where fast-paced combat rules and the story is badass nonsensical as they come!”
- “Fast-paced action with a katana and finger-gun that makes you feel like you're a ninja on a mission.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by the inclusion of amusing elements like finger guns and nostalgic 2000s references, which many players found to be a delightful and funny addition.
- “Fingers guns were a funny touch!”
- “I loved some of the random 2000s references, and the finger guns were a hilarious way to do the gun.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers significant replayability, as players find it both challenging and rewarding to revisit levels in pursuit of better scores, enhancing the overall enjoyment and engagement.
- “It's challenging but rewarding, with tons of replay value as you go for better scores.”
- “It seems like it has good replayability, as it was still fun to go back to previous levels to achieve a better score.”

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Lightning Katana is a shooter game.

Lightning Katana is available on PC and Windows.

Lightning Katana was released on February 18, 2025.

Lightning Katana was developed by Juicy Pulp Games.

Lightning Katana has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

Lightning Katana is a single player game.

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