Ghost of Tsushima is a must-play before Assassin’s Creed Shadows, offering a stunning Feudal Japan setting with intense samurai combat.
Assassin’s Creed Mirage brings the series back to its stealth roots, serving as the predecessor to Shadows after years of RPG-style gameplay.
Like A Dragon: Ishin reimagines Yakuza characters as samurais in the Bakumatsu era, delivering fast-paced swordplay and rich historical storytelling.
Rise of the Ronin blends open-world exploration with Souls-like combat, making it an ideal pick for those seeking a challenging samurai experience.
Fate/Samurai Remnant is a hack-and-slash game with Musou elements, letting players control Iori while briefly commanding powerful servant warriors.