Strictly speaking a spin-off of a spin-off, Samurai Warriors: Spirit of Sanada is born from the Dynasty Warriors series. Like most if its predecessors, the game focuses on weapons-based melees in the heart of large-scale military battles. Here, the setting is inspired by Japan’s Sengoku era, a time of near-constant conflict some 500 years ago. There are action-RPG elements too: with opportunities to converse with characters, upgrade weapons and abilities and take on short-form side quests, Spirit of Sanada should prove hugely enticing to action hack-and-slash fans. Engrossing, well written and exhilarating, this is a perfect entry point for series newcomers and devotees alike.

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