Shigatari

Shigatari

Released Aug 2017

Shigatari is a samurai role-playing game with historical artwork.

97% positive · 287 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence

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Steam $2.99
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Evaluation

Shigatari launched on August 25, 2017 as a complete samurai RPG. The only developer activity after launch consists of two posts on September 3, 2017 — a small patch (1.0.1) that added a flee mechanic, minor enemy tweaks, and UI polish, alongside graphics troubleshooting guidance for crash issues some players were experiencing. There has been no developer communication of any kind since September 3, 2017. The store description contains no mention of planned DLC, seasonal content, or future updates. No DLC of any kind has been listed. The developer has never announced additional content, a roadmap, or plans to expand the game. Shigatari launched as a self-contained product and all evidence points to it having shipped complete on its release date.
Evidence
Store description presents Shigatari as a complete samurai RPG with a defined feature set. No mention of planned updates, DLC, or future content.
store metadata · Aug 25, 2017 source content shipped
medium
Patch 1.0.1 added a small escape mechanic, enemy behavior adjustments, and UI improvements shortly after launch.
news post · Sep 3, 2017 source content shipped
low

Media

Details

Publisher
Super Legit Games
Achievements
43
Platform
Windows, macOS, Linux
Controller
—
Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player

About this game

Most samurai are forgotten. Will you be among them, or will you join the ranks of Miyamoto Musashi and Tomoe Gozen?

Key features:
  • Samurai RPG with permadeath
  • Beautiful historical artwork from the public domain
  • Brutal and strategic katana duels
  • Combine seven dueling schools to form your own style
  • Three-axis morality system
  • Commit seppuku to earn persistent bonuses
  • Get one-shot by bosses who look like kabuki actors
  • Cut down defenseless peasants and give their hearts to an oni
  • Get wasted on sake and visit a kagema
Last evaluated Jun 17, 2026
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