Katana ZERO

> You buy the game > Get high on some obscure drug and chop up every living thing in the world > Rethink your life > You sit in a corner and think about how many terrible things you've done in your life > Calm down > Finally start the game... 10/10.

Everything about this game is top quality. The Story is gritty and gripping. The game play is addictive, with enough difficulty to make it feel rewarding. 10/10. Remember to use your Katana , ZERO.

Every word is getting longer, the mosquitos are getting louder.

Absolute Peak from start to finish. This game is on my top 5 of all time, everything is perfect. Can't recommend enough

Must play game ! Katana Zero is just amazing whether talking about its gorgeous art style and its amazing neon theme . This Action platformer is quite an experience. The character itself is the eptiome of savagery and you are a samurai , what else you would need ? Every kill you make gives you a satisfaction ! Dodging the bullets , stealth , gripping story and you are a drug addict as well. Every single room is basically a puzzle. You walk in, take a breath, figure out your attack plan, and then it's all about executing it perfectly. If you haven't played it yet, you're genuinely missing out , i mean i was too until now ! but better late then never i guess. It's a masterclass in game design. The gameplay loop is so tight and addictive, and the story is so compelling and mature that you just won't want to put it down. The game won't let you down . well people have different opinions but its highly unlikely that the game won't reach upto your standards of what a platformer should be like . Surely you should give this a try if you haven't yet. Recommended.

My favorite part of the game is when Zero says "I have a Katana and my name is Zero, you can call me: Katana Zero". When he said that i burst into tears at the storytelling of this game. Absolute cinema

I could not stop playing this game for hours dude. This game is so fun to get good at and it is so satisfying to play and deflect bullets. The story is really good to because of how invested you get into the important characters and even the less important characters are cool to chat with. My only problem with the game is that it is not that long, but luckily we are getting a DLC that will be FREE! Buy this game asap you will not regret it if you are cool man. 9/10

An absolute indie gem. The recent free DLC teaser finally convinced me to buy this game, and man was it a hella wild ride. Akiisoft nailed the atmosphere, the story, and also that banger soundtrack (I even have it on my Spotify lol). On sale or not, do yourself a favor and get this game. P.S. Use beta access code [b]notthedlcbro[/b] to get a silly surprise

[b] I see this game every day. It's not the release date, it's the delay. [/b] [b] It's only been six years, but it feels like an eternity. [/b] [b] Every hope stretches longer, the community grows quieter. [/b] [b] When the date is revealed, the DLC drops, and we're trapped in the game forever. [/b] [b] It's... not time passing, it's time running out. [/b] [b] I know what's come next. I need to ask you a favor. [/b]

"28 years in that godforsaken jungle" Amazing hack-and-slash, with an extremely multi-faceted protagonist that's written to perfection in such a short game. The art, the music, the mechanics, and the story all come together to form such a stellar experience that was well worth the purchase. CANT WAIT FOR THE DLC ALREADY "It's only been a week, but it feels like a year"

This game is so good, so much mystery to be unraveled. I just have to play more to find out everything. And to anyone who enjoyed this game I would highly recommend Sanabi, very similar art style and in some aspects similar story.

Bro I don't even understand the plot of this game and I still think it's peak. Katana ZERO is a game that I had been sleeping on for a while. It was on my radar of 'games that would probably be cool but i might not like them' but god was I wrong. The story is deep and cryptic but not extremely difficult to understand. It's super fast paced and the combat is simple but REALLY satisfying. The world is corrupt and the characters feel real. You start out having no clue what you're doing or where you are and by the end (if you've been paying attention) you might understand why this dude in a bathrobe is going around committing mass genocide. If you are thinking about getting this game you need to change that NOW. 10/10

Its fun but I wont lie when I say I was beyond frustrated when the game just abruptly ended. this may be harsh but in my opinion if you say a game is fully released you should be able to finish creating the whole plot of the game. If the DLC does come out this review will stay positive.

Absolutely love it, this game oozes style and makes you feel like a badass.

I legit cant believe how overly emotional this game was. Besides the amazingly fluid but sometimes infuriating game play, it is just INCREDIBLE. The story is surprisingly gritty, dirty, dystopian. How it should be. Amazing experience.

This game was genuinely awesome. I loved the gameplay and the story is super captivating. Would very much recommend can't wait for the DLC.

Brilliant. Quick trigger action with better controls than hotline Miami. Once I got use to the mechanics, every death felt like it was my fault. You will die a lot, but you get back in to the action right away. Highly addictive. Interesting plot. Gameplay is tight. It respects your time. I hope to replay it in the future. Short little game thats definitely worth checking out.

Possibly the most stylish game I've ever had the pleasure of experiencing. Gorgeous art, brilliant soundtrack, and a surprisingly engaging story with heavy psychological themes. The controls are tight, the levels are well designed (and often brutally difficult; you WILL die over and over and you'll come back for more). Overall an incredible experience that I highly recommend.

It took two days for me to beat this game, and one hour for it to become one of my all time favourites. Similar to Hotline Miami: 80s aesthetic, everyone (including you) dies in one hit, psychological narrative that blurs the lines of reality, only this game is a 2D platforming hack-n-slash. It's like a puzzle game with swords, you'll be using your surroundings and making clever use of bullet time to seamlessly weave through rooms. Respawns are speedy so when you inevitably fail you can get right back into the action. Even if the gameplay doesn't hook you its incredibly engaging narrative will have you asking so many questions and keep you chasing the answers. It's about to get some free DLC so there's really no better time to jump in. 10/10

one of the most intriguing stories ive seen in a video game plus its pretty fun

If you're looking for a game to destroy you both physically and mentally this is it. A wonderful experience for a cheap price. 10/10.

awesome action and awesome music deflecting projectiles is pure sex best enjoyed without using the slow-motion too often the excessive hitstop somewhat holds back the action but you can disable it in the settings, that can make the game a lot tougher though

Amazing story and gameplay. Sad but true thing and thank you for showing war is hardly ever worth it because of innocents being killed/in danger.

Probably one of the best games i've played. There are so many easter eggs and secrets in this game, and the core gameplay is also amazing. Would buy even if you don't like the genre. (Really good soundtrack as well)

what a fucking game, incredible ending and high octane from start to finish, the final kill that the main character does is so satisfying too

Interesting story with immersive dialogue choices that really feel like they matter (even though they don't). The action is pretty fun if you are able to enjoy fast paced games. Top tier indie game, I hope I see a sequel for the story.

Katana ZERO is one of the best indie games I've ever played. The game's super fun fast paced gameplay, paired with its absolutely captivating story that will always keep you guessing, and its amazing pixelated art style come together to create a great experience that I will never forget!

this game slaps so hard. im a huge fan of hotline miami and this game gave me that same adrenaline rush and the satisfaction of having a clean run is so good. story also really grabbed my interest and im super excited to see more of katana zero with the dlc and hopefully a sequel

although not too long, this game was very hyped up and it deserves the hype. the music was fantastic, the gameplay was fun and fast, and the story was not lacking in any part

This is not my usual type of game, hack'n slash, platformers - neither are really among my usual genres, but spotify would not STOP insisting on me listening to the soundtrack for this game, and eventually I did. One banger soundtrack led to another, and eventually I found myself reading up on the lore, I am a sucker for complex characters like Zero, so I was immediately hooked, and even though I spoiled myself for most of the game right off the bat by devouring its lore like it is a plate of cold pizza at 3 AM, I still wanted to play it, and it was definitely worth it! Can't wait for the DLC!

Excellent gameplay with an unexpectedly interesting story and banger music. Can't wait for the DLC

Incredible storyline, the combat system is also very unique. Cant wait for the sequel/dlc so I can see how this ends. 10/10

I loved Katana Zero - it's stylish, fast-paced, and beautifully crafted. The pixel art, synthwave soundtrack, and tight one-hit combat are outstanding. I'm also glad a diverse international team contributed to its visuals and music - it truly enriches the experience. Can’t wait for the sequel!

I haven't played this game for a long time but the attention to detail is impeccable for an indie game. Such an awesome experience because it combines lore and awesome gameplay.

Katana ZERO is a great, short, linier game. It has a fun gameplay loop, awesome sound design and a bit confusing, yet interesting story. The fast gameplay and the slow-mo ability makes you feel super cool. Also I really liked the way they used the rewind ability for different interesting sceneries. The game wasn’t a wow experience for me, but it does its job at being a nice refresher from big games. Also I heard there’s a DLC coming, so I’m kinda excited to see what it has to offer. Overall Katana Zero is worth it, and I recommend it. I rate this game 8.6/10.

Every word is getting longer. The mosquitoes are getting louder. When the drug runs out, time stops, and you're stuck in the jungle forever.

If you love fast paced games Katana Zero is for you. The gameplay is really fun, it's a bit like hotline miami but there you have way more trial and error. The soundtrack in this game is amazing, the visuals are really good. The story is dark, it's full of mystery until the end and even then some of your questions aren't answered. I genuinely expected just a fun game without much story but I was left happily surprised by the end. Overall this game is amazing and if you are wondering if you should get it, if you like 2d games, do it, if you like fast paced games, do it, if you don't mind having to retry some of the sections again and again cuz you keep failing, get it. And if you played Hotline Miami you're probs gonna like this game

One of my favorite games! Incredible storytelling and great-feeling fast paced gameplay. Really excited for the upcoming free DLC.

Really amazing game, with a twist I didn't really expect at all. Fucking insane the dev still hasn't made the DLC but it's nothing that can be done about it i guess. It's probably hard to create something when you're trying to make some satisfying ending everyone can appreciate.

I haven't had this much fun playing a video game in a long time. On the outside this game looked like everything I was searching for. It had a distinct art style, awesome music direction, and satisfying combat. As I looked for other reviews of this game the only negative that people brought up was "A story that seemed to save its best ideas for a sequel." I would disagree strongly with that gripe. I think the story in this game was incredibly well written and well executed. I got sucked into this game so deeply I finished it in only 2 sessions that were about 3 hours. If anyone asks me about this game I will tell them to get it whether it is on sale or not. If you are reading this wondering if you should buy this game, please do. This game truly stands out in my many years of gaming.

If you're a fan of pixel art/animation, music, simple controls, action, and an engaging story, please pick this game up.

Got it on sale. Beat it in a sitting. If you like Samurai, cyberpunk, the 80s and/or Hotline Miami you'll like Katana Zero. Although for the length you might also want to get it on sale.

Excellent game, which manages the feat to have an energic gameplay, awesome pixel art and music and a good story. You can feel the influence from Hotline Miami, and if you like Synthwave aesthetics you will surely like it.

amazing storyline upcoming dlc for free if you have the game the combat system is so good 10 out of 10 game buy it now!

Zero is cool. Dragon is cool. Wish dragon was a character you can play the whole game optionally.

Good game, quite short though and the ending is weirdly abrupt

Amazing Soundtrack, amazing gameplay a must play game.

Absolute Cinema. The best game you could ever play in your entire life with the best mechanics and the BEST story line in indie game history. Would very VERY recommend playing.

if the little girl dies i die. other than that great gameplay, pixel art, animations and soundtrack.

Friend recommended me this game, IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT. Fast-paced action, gorgeous pixel art and I am amazed by it's replayabilty, just looking at every possibility on how to succeed on a mission, oh my god. I love it.