Kengo: Master of Bushido

Kengo: Master of Bushido offers a serious, almost simulation-like take on the art of the Japanese sword duel, making it a compelling, niche purchase for players who favor technicality over arcade action. The main draw is a deep single-player career mode where you start as a lowly dojo apprentice and train through a series of mini-games and rigorous practice sessions to master one of several authentic sword styles, building up your strength, speed, and spirit to create a custom warrior. When you finally move from wooden swords to steel katanas in the climactic Imperial Tournament, the combat becomes an intense, realistic affair—a strategic dance of parries, counters, and well-timed strikes. While it might lack the fast-paced flash of other fighting games, Kengo delivers a rewarding, grounded experience focused purely on the discipline and bloody precision of true samurai swordsmanship.