Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade

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Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade is a single player role playing game with fantasy and drama themes. It was developed by 7QUARK and was released on May 14, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Slay the wicked in this gorgeous Japanese-style world of roguelite! Mastering the Demon Blades and fighting hordes of demons in the Edo period as Shigure the kunoichi. With each adventure, you will unravel the truth about her immortality.

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 133 reviews

story26 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Fast-paced and fluid combat with a variety of weapon combinations and character styles, making each run feel unique.
Visually stunning with beautiful anime-style graphics and engaging storytelling that adds depth to the gameplay.
The game is accessible for newcomers to the roguelite genre while still offering enough challenge and progression to keep players engaged.

Repetitive environments and enemy layouts can lead to a lack of variety and excitement in runs.
The parry system is inconsistent and can be frustrating, detracting from the overall combat experience.
Limited character progression and skill variety may disappoint hardcore roguelike fans looking for deeper mechanics.

story
61 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
52%
5%
The game's story features three distinct characters, each with their own engaging and humorous narratives, particularly noted in Sara's storyline. While the overall plot is described as simple and reminiscent of classic demon hunter tales, it effectively keeps players invested through compelling character arcs and atmospheric cutscenes, despite a lack of voice acting that some found detracted from immersion. Overall, the story is considered solid and enjoyable, with potential for deeper exploration in future updates.
- “The story is great, and kept me hooked, running through all 3 chapters of Sara's setting.”
- “I've enjoyed the bits of story and quality art given to us throughout the game as we find out about the past, present, and possible future of the three protagonists.”
- “The story is stronger than most roguelites, with alternate timelines and light voice acting that add emotional weight.”
- “The story is rather serviceable, reusing and remixing the characters to fit different roles depending on who the protagonist happens to be while focusing solely on a main antagonist being the nine-tailed fox demon that has come to disrupt the peace of both humans and demons.”
- “The game is mostly dialogue with no voice acting, so one should not expect a whole lot of immersion outside of the visual novel style cut scenes, but the story is just deep enough to get you interested in pushing forward to see an inevitable conclusion, regardless of it being a rather short romp (expect 2-4 hours per character depending on how skilled you are at parrying and dodging).”
- “Well... fine, a stylish roguelike with a typical plot and setting of ancient Japan.”
gameplay
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
64%
8%
The gameplay features a diverse cast of characters, each with unique styles and mechanics, including dual weapon slots and a cooking system that enhances replayability. While the core mechanics are straightforward and favor quick reflexes, some players find the gameplay loop repetitive and the parry system lacking. Overall, the game is praised for its engaging combat, beautiful animations, and a variety of upgrade options, making it enjoyable for fans of action-adventure titles.
- “Gameplay revolves around dual weapon slots combined with soul orbs, while blessings and the cooking system (recipes expand as you offer collected ingredients) bring variety to every run.”
- “I love the demon blade mechanics — switching weapons and powers keeps things exciting.”
- “A beautiful fairytale game with an interesting plot and cool battles, gameplay 10 out of 10 in terms of convenience, speed of battle and animation.. all monsters and bosses are different, which is also pleasing!”
- “However, the much-hyped 'arts' system, which is essentially a parry mechanic, is where the game falls apart.”
- “This mechanic can quickly make the game repetitive, and Yasha doesn’t escape this rule.”
- “Gameplay isn't super hard, although the timing on the parry is kind of off.”
graphics
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
77%
17%
6%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful art style, capturing traditional Japanese aesthetics with smooth animations and impressive visuals, particularly during boss battles. While the overall design is stylish and engaging, some players noted a lack of environmental variety that could lead to visual fatigue over time. Overall, the combination of captivating graphics and fluid combat mechanics contributes to a highly enjoyable gaming experience.
- “The art style beautifully captures traditional Japanese aesthetics, from architecture and landscapes to enemy designs and fluid combat animations.”
- “Incredible graphics and amazing gameplay mechanics make this game a must-play for all action-adventure fans.”
- “Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade is a fast, stylish roguelite with tight combat, beautiful visuals, and surprising narrative depth.”
- “Similarly, while the visuals and animations are clean and stylish, the lack of environmental variety in arenas may lead to some visual fatigue over time.”
- “The graphics are not next-gen, but the stylization is successful - attacks with bursts of energy and bloody fountains look especially impressive.”
music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
13%
20%
Overall, the music in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it decent and fitting for the game's atmosphere. Several reviews highlight the mesmerizing quality of the soundtrack, particularly praising specific pieces like the Taketora ending music. While some users feel that the music complements the beautiful graphics and engaging gameplay, a few express that something feels missing in the overall experience.
- “The artwork of the game is amazing, the music is amazing.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, the music is mesmerizing, and I still have no idea what's going on.”
- “The mechanics of the battle and the soundtrack are cool.”
- “The music seems decent, but it doesn't stand out or enhance the experience.”
- “The music is decent, but it lacks the impact needed to elevate the game.”
- “While the music is chill, it feels repetitive and doesn't add much to the overall atmosphere.”
atmosphere
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
11%
33%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive Japanese fantasy elements, featuring attractive visuals and detailed anime characters that evoke a sense of oriental legends. Players find the combination of a simple yet engaging plot, cinematic cutscenes, and a captivating aesthetic reminiscent of popular anime series to be particularly appealing. Overall, the atmosphere significantly enhances the gaming experience, making it a standout aspect of the title.
- “If you are drawn to the atmosphere of Japanese fantasy, this is certainly a title worth serious consideration.”
- “Visually, the game looks attractive and the atmosphere immerses you in the world of oriental legends.”
- “From the very first minutes, Yasha captivates with its aesthetics: detailed anime characters, cinematic cutscenes, and an atmosphere reminiscent of Kimetsu no Yaiba or Bleach.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as engaging and enjoyable, with a tone that incorporates witty dialogue and memorable characters, particularly in Sara's story, which is filled with meme references. Players appreciate the humorous interactions with bosses and draw comparisons to the comedic style of Disgaea, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The tone is somewhat humorous, and most bosses will have something to say when you beat them.”
- “Pretty hilarious roguelike.”
- “Her story, which is quite humorous, made me really enjoy her.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
Overall, the game's replayability is seen as mixed; while it offers varied playstyles and engaging mechanics that can make each run enjoyable, some players feel it lacks the depth and complexity found in similar titles like Hades. The inclusion of dialogue choices and multiple character endings adds potential for replay value, but enthusiasm may wane after a few playthroughs.
- “The stylish action and replayable stories make every run thrilling!”
- “Good story, good mechanics, good combat techniques, and replayable.”
- “While many will compare this game to the likes of Hades, I feel that it would do a disservice to compare the two as this game definitely does not come close to the level of complexity and replayability of such a game.”
- “These varied playstyles add welcome diversity and replay value, but you might play the game with one and not find the enthusiasm to do so two more times.”
- “Introduce dialog choices and different endings for each character to increase replayability and emotional engagement.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
Reviewers praise the character design and overall art of the game, highlighting it as a significant factor in their interest, particularly for those who may not typically engage with roguelikes. The visual appeal of the characters is noted as excellent and a standout feature.
- “I’ve never been motivated to start a roguelike, but the demo caught my interest because of its setting and the character designs.”
- “The character design is truly excellent, and the overall art is fantastic.”
- “I love the art and character designs.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The game is praised for its smooth difficulty progression and the engaging performances of the voice actors, which enhance the overall experience. Additionally, players report no performance issues, indicating strong optimization.
- “I will also note that this game ramps up difficulty at a smooth and reasonable pace, which is great for those who want to improve their skills while being serenaded by the passionate performances of the voice actors.”
- “Zero performance issues.”
- “The game suffers from severe optimization issues, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “Despite the engaging content, the lack of proper optimization makes it frustrating to play, especially on lower-end systems.”
- “I experienced constant crashes and long loading times, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the emotional depth of the game, highlighting the impact of dialog choices and multiple endings that enhance replayability. The narrative is noted for its strength compared to other roguelites, with alternate timelines and light voice acting contributing to a more immersive emotional experience.
- “The story is stronger than most roguelites, with alternate timelines and light voice acting that add emotional weight.”
- “Introducing dialog choices and different endings for each character increases replayability and emotional engagement.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a downside, citing repetitive level layouts and character-specific skill trees that make switching characters feel tedious. Additionally, some users suggest that extensive grinding may require significant time investment, likening it to needing a "second life" to fully engage with the content.
- “The only real downsides are the repetitive level layouts and character-specific skill trees, which make switching characters feel grindy.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the game maintains excellent stability, with no glitches observed even during dynamic scenes.

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Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade is a role playing game with fantasy and drama themes.

Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

On average players spend around 7 hours playing Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade.

Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade was released on May 14, 2025.

Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade was developed by 7QUARK.

Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its replayability.

Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade is a single player game.

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