Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade
May 14, 2025
Defeat malevolent forces in this stunning Japanese-inspired roguelite world! Become a master of the Demon Blades and combat swarms of demons in a fantasy realm set in the Edo period. Through every journey, you will unveil the hidden truths concealed within troubled times.
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69.2
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Critic Reviews (30)
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70.0
Gameplay
85.0
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30.0
"If you enjoy fast-paced action then you&s;ll find a lot to love about Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade even with its repetitive campaign. 👹"
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70.0
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45.0
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60.0
"Once the initial enthusiasm for the dual wielding weapon and the three warriors has waned, run after run the flaws of Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade become more and more evident and allow excessive repetitiveness to take over."
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30.0
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45.0
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20.0
""The ingredients for something great are in the pot, but the stove hasn&s;t been turned on.""
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75.0
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80.0
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85.0
"The action-roguelike game Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade is fun and satisfying. The combat moves quickly and smoothly, and the mechanics and character abilities are fun to use. The story is deep and emotionally compelling, and each main character …"
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30.0
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20.0
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60.0
"Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade proves to be a missed opportunity. The inspiration from Hades is palpable, but suffocating repetition and a banal plot, filled with bland characters and predictable dialogue, undermine its potential. The lack of arena variety, …"
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95.0
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45.0
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65.0
"Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade is a captivating visual experience, with an immersive soundtrack and good combat ideas. However, structural repetition and limited variety between runs prevent the game from reaching its full potential. Recommended especially for those who …"
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93.0
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87.0
Story
91.0
"Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade is one of the finest roguelike action-RPGs out there, with fluid combat, plenty of upgrades, and some incredible visuals."
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45.0
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60.0
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50.0
"Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade is a technically well-made game, with a very appealing look and overall production. The lack of added value to the strict roguelite gameplay, with no procedurally generated levels or enemy encounters and no real …"
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72.0
Gameplay
69.0
Story
65.0
"Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade is a visually striking and mechanically competent roguelike that doesn’t quite break new ground. The anime art is strong, the action is satisfying, and the parry system adds some welcome depth, but the lack …"
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65.0
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70.0
Story
68.0
"Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade features engaging and fun gameplay, but after a few hours it can become tiresome due to the repetition of scenarios, enemies, and bosses. The limited variety in this aspect hinders the pace and makes …"
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70.0
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60.0
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70.0
"Among so many roguelites released in recent years, Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade ends up being just another one in the crowd. Its visuals and, mainly, its fun gameplay are the highlights, but not enough to make it a …"
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30.0
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30.0
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30.0
"Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade doesn’t break new ground, but it’s a satisfying hack-and-slash experience with enough charm and variety to make it worth your time. The combat is fun, the characters are cool, and the world has a …"
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85.0
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80.0
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65.0
"This action roguelike excels in fluid combat, rewarding progression, and engaging visuals, but its repetitive loop and lack of accessibility options might turn some players away. If you’re looking for exhilarating battles and satisfying upgrades, Yasha: Legends of the Demon …"
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30.0
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20.0
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20.0
"Although Taiwan has established itself as a relevant creative hub in the Asian gaming industry, Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade seems to be failing to keep up with this evolution. With its repetitive structures, lack of gameplay diversity and …"
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70.0
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70.0
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40.0
"As a pleasant distraction, Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade fits the bill with challenging boss fights and three characters that feel different enough to play as. While the slow progression and plain dialogue mean that you really need to …"
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80.0
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85.0
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75.0
"Though it has its minor flaws, Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade pulls off its mission of providing a swift-paced, action-packed, story-driven adventure across three distinct characters that are all uniquely exciting to play as."
Read original review"This top-down roguelike slasher offers a challenge with 3 selectable characters, a fair amount of variety, and truly unique bosses"
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70.0
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65.0
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70.0
"Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade offers great visuals and slick combat that will initially appeal to fans of roguelites and action RPGs. But unless you&s;re into the slow grind of repetitive battles, you&s;ll likely sheath this blade earlier than …"
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70.0
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80.0
Story
65.0
"Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade managed to hold my attention and keep me entertained throughout the entire journey. With a strange start, it soon blossoms and shows its charm. The story, which offers three different storylines in a single …"
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85.0
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70.0
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65.0
"Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade is a competent roguelike, capable of serving as a good gateway for curious players and a good distraction for fans of the genre. Although it misses many good opportunities, the title does enough to …"
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60.0
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70.0
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80.0
"I think I really enjoyed Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade because I didn’t spend a lot of time chasing the next Hades clone after the success of the progenitor. There have been attempts, but I missed them, and I …"
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65.0
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60.0
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55.0
"You can get between 15 and 30 hours of playtime if you don’t mind the repetition and constant grinding, but I don’t see the average gamer doing more than one run and for $30 it’s a bit on the expensive …"
Read original review"The combat of Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade is enjoyable enough, and it&s;s great that there are three unique playable characters, each with a range of weapons to unlock. A lack of variety when it comes to stages and …"
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88.0
Gameplay
73.0
Story
62.0
"With addictive combat, intense boss battles, and an anime-like aesthetic, there’s a lot to love about Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade. Unfortunately, that’s all undercut by a frustrating lack of variety and an upgrade system that is far too …"
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80.0
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75.0
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65.0
"With a simple gameplay loop, beautiful art, and smooth combat, this game can make a nice addition to a roguelike collection. While I wouldn’t call this game someone’s first roguelike, it can be a really great way to introduce someone …"
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55.0
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65.0
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70.0
"It lacks many of the elements that made roguelight games like Hades and Dead Cells stand out, and were it not for some drawbacks, it would be among the elite games of this genre."
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65.0
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75.0
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80.0
"Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade is an excellent combination of a good roguelite experience with an increasingly interesting narrative. The game picks up after ACT 1, and makes the game tenfold better with abilities, difficulty and the narrative depth. …"
Read original review"It might not live up to its lofty title, but Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade still delivers a captivating journey through a twisted Edo Japan—where striking visuals and frenetic yokai battles unfold across the paths of three unforgettable warriors."
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88.0
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92.0
Story
78.0
"Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade is not the kind of game that will mark you as a masterpiece like few others, but the game doesn&s;t have anything that bothered me to the point where I would consider it a …"
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30.0
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35.0
Story
20.0
"The game constantly teases something grander than it can deliver. Whether it’s the promise of unique storylines for each of the three protagonists or the allure of a deep combat system with collectible weapons and layered progression, Yasha overpromises and …"
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