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Ganryu 2: Hakuma Kojiro

2022
GenresIndie, Action, Platformer, Side View Perspective, RPG, Anime and JRPG, Single Player
AvailableMar 9, 2022
PlatformNintendo Switch, PlayStation 4
DeveloperStorybird
Overview

Play as Miyamoto Musasho in this beautiful 2D platformer and travel through a 17th century fantasy Japan, from north to the island of Ganryu-jima where everything happened between Musashi and Kojiro. The game is inspired by the story of Takezo Musashi from the famous novel "The Stone And The Sword".

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18 reviews found

85

Noisy Pixel

PlayStation 4

Apr 22, 2022

Ganryu 2: Hakuma Kojiro is a game with instant playability and one that you can easily jump right into with smooth and addictive gameplay. There’s a sense of rewarding challenge and progression to the game that’ll make you want to keep revisiting over and over. No doubt this game is old-school tough, but the journey to mastering the levels and nailing that perfect rhythm and flow is what perfectly captures the unique magic of this timeless 2D gaming genre. This post may contain Amazon affiliate links.


80

God is a Geek

Nintendo Switch

Apr 28, 2022

Summary and quote unavailable.


78

Video Chums

PlayStation 4

Apr 20, 2022

Ganryu 2 is incredibly difficult but it presents the ideal blend of challenge and satisfying action so you'll keep coming back after getting your ass kicked over and over again. With loads of secrets and a pitch-perfect presentation, this is one swanky old-school ninja game.


75

Nintenderos

Nintendo Switch

Apr 24, 2022

Summary and quote unavailable.


70

Oyungezer

PlayStation 4

Jun 24, 2022

Summary and quote unavailable.


70

GamersRD

Nintendo Switch

May 22, 2022

Summary and quote unavailable.


70

GameSpew

PlayStation 4

Apr 22, 2022

If you’re up for a challenge and fondly remember classic action games like Shinobi 3 or Strider, you’d be wise to pick Ganryu 2 up. It looks and plays great; aside from some bouts of slowdown and a dearth of options, there’s nothing really to complain about. And best of all, it’s available at a price that won’t break the bank.


70

Push Square

PlayStation 4

Apr 21, 2022

Fortunately, the controls are tight and slashing baddies feels great in that old school button-mashing kind of way. The level design is largely enjoyable as well, offering hidden paths, secrets, and a good amount of variety in both visuals and gameplay. Meanwhile, the boss battles are consistently intense and require some serious precision later on — a dangerous mix if you're already struggling with Ganryu 2's stiff challenge, but rewarding to overcome all the same.


70

Meristation

PlayStation 4

Jun 21, 2022

Summary and quote unavailable.


62

COGconnected

PlayStation 4

Apr 25, 2022

Ganryu 2 succeeds in its goal to continue the legacy of the arcade, however, it’s dragged down by the shackles that come with it. Its failure to take inspiration from modern games means that it struggles to compete with contemporaries. The presentation is stunning and the levels are well designed, varying throughout. However, the stiff movement and lack of continues can make this a laborious experience.

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