Afro Samurai
Publisher: NAMCO BANDAI Games America
Developer: Namco Bandai Games America
# of Players: 1
Category: Action
Release Dates
N Amer - 01/27/2009
Intl - 2009
- Also available on:
- PS3
News
Afro Samurai Makes Public Debut at Comic-Con
This will be a rare opportunity to hear from the talent behind the Afro Samurai franchise and how it translates to different platforms such as video games and the anime series.
Namco Bandai Games Announces Details For Afro Samurai
Style and Rhythm Become One When Blood Starts to Flow This Fall
Description
Based on the hit animation series, Afro Samurai is a cutting-edge interactive adventure that delivers a new kind of cinematic game experience that’s literally dripping in style. Join “Afro” on an epic hunt for his father’s killer, as he ascends into the timeless mysticism of the Samurai Code.
Afro Samurai utilizes a dynamic cross-hatching art style and cut-scene paneling that makes the game look like a comic come to life. The innovative combat system gives Afro the ability to dynamically cut enemies at any point in the body. Staying true to the soul of the anime series, Afro Samurai is set to an original hip hop musical score with a new track by The RZA of Wu Tang Clan fame.
Afro Samurai blends traditional Japanese folklore, funky technology and hip-hop culture, to create a brutally fresh interactive experience. The hit animated TV series comes alive with style so cutting-edge, it hurts!
Features
- Unparalleled Star Power – Samuel L. Jackson stars as the voice of Afro Samurai and Ninja alongside Ron Pearlman and Kelly Hu reprising their roles as Justice and Okiku
- Funky Hip Hop Beats – A hip hop inspired soundtrack with new tracks created by RZA of Wu-Tang Clan fame
- A Tale of Revenge – Afro Samurai follows the exploits of the original series and includes new material and background for fans of the series and newcomers alike
- Blood is Beautiful – A striking art style, shading and texturing that give Afro Samurai a truly unique look and feel
- Style and Rhythm – Innovative gameplay system where the music affects the enemy AI and the tone of the gameplay
- “Elegant Violence” – A balanced experience between stylistic combat and acrobatic platforming with the ability to dynamically slice and dismember enemies with ease
