Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny
Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny is an Action-Adventure and Single-player video game developed and published by Capcom for PlayStation 2. It is the 2nd title in the series of Onimusha and takes place in the medieval Japan. The story revolves around a brand new protagonist named as Jubei Yaggyu, who set out on an epic quest to battle against demon army controlled by Nobunaga Oda, who removed the Yagyu Clan. During exploration, the protagonist will learn oni which granted him super powers to slaughter monsters and encounters new allies who want to kill Nobunaga. The player can assume the role of the protagonist, equipped with a bow, and matchlock rifle that he can use to slay monsters and other creatures. The player explores the world from a third-person perspective and can perform various actions like run, jump, interact with objects and environment and more. The game rewards the player with points for enemy kill and can use them to enhance his character characteristics and upgrade his weapons. With prominent features, exciting gameplay and smooth controls, Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny is the best game to play and enjoy.
#1 Legacy of Kain: Defiance
Legacy of Kain: Defiance, developed by Crystal Dynamics and published by Eidos is an Action-Adventure, RPG and Fantasy video game playable on Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 2 and Xbox 360. The story of the game continues where it was left in Legacy of Kain and continues the adventures of Vampire Lord Kain and his lieutenant Raziel. After the Raziels is revived, Kane travels back in time and there, Raziel follows him into Nosgoth’s past and exposes the treachery that devastated the land. Raziel refuses to kill Kain and comes to know that Moebius was behind all this. Raziel with the help of his allies and Kain, finds Moebius and kills him to restore the order in the future. Legacy of Kain: Defiance offers a The Legend of Zelda like gameplay and mechanics and is one of the best games of this specific genre. Try it out if you haven’t yet, you’ll definitely enjoy it.
#2 Shadow of the Colossus
Shadow of the Colossus, is another spectacular piece of art in the line of Action-Adventure and RPG gaming. This masterpiece is developed by Team Ico and published by Sony Computer Entertainment. The story of the game features a young man named Wander who lost a girl named Mono and while searching for her, he enters the Land of Forbidden. Wander travels across the land on a horse and defeats sixteen humongous beings The Colossi, who actually are portrayed as his enemies. The protagonist fights against every Colossi after finding the beam of light and after defeating the Colossi, he restarts from the starting point. Every next Colossi emerges from a new lair and comes with new powers and battle tactics. If the Protagonist is defeated the game ends and starts from the beginning. With an open world, enhanced graphics and a great storyline that player is provided with, a third person gaming perspective and a single player gaming mode. Considering all the fantatic things in the game, Shadow of the Colossus is one amazing Action-Adventure and RPG video game to play and enjoy. You’ll definitely like it. “Shadow of the Colossus” is available to play on PlayStation 2 and PlayStation 3 only.
#3 Okami
Okami, developed by Clover Studio, Ready at Dawn and Hexa Drive and published by Capcom is an Action-Adventure, RPG and Fantasy game released for PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3 and Wii gaming platforms. The game thrives in the history of Japan and bases on many Japanese mythologies and legends. The story of the game tells us about a heavenly entity named Amaterasu who descends to earth and saves it from the darkness. It changes its appearance into a wolf and roams the land, kills all the hostile creatures and removes the dark spells and nourishes the land. Okami features an amazing game-play that resembles the one in Zelda, a super engaging and involving story, woodcut (Water color styled) 3D graphics and an open world. Having a close resemblance to Zelda this game is a wonderful piece of art and it will surely entertain you a lot.
#4 Onimusha: Warlords
Onimusha: Warlords is an Action-Adventure, Hack and Slash, Survivor-Horror, Single-player video game created and published by Capcom. The game takes place in the Sengoku Period and revolves around the protagonist named Samanosuke Akechi who battle against the Nobunaga Oda’s forces. After defeating the evil forces, the protagonist goes on a journey to rescue the princess named Yuki from the custody of demons. The player can assume the role of the protagonist and his companion known as Kaede, in his battle against demons. The game borrows some elements from Resident Evil Survivor horror series. It combines the elements of exploration, sword-fight, puzzles, and open environment. There are lots of challenging quests, and the player must complete each one at any cost to rescue the princess. Earn experience points and use them to unlock further content in the game. With superb mechanics, immersive gameplay, and wonderful visuals, Onimusha: Warlords is the best game to play and enjoy.
#5 Onimusha 3: Demon Siege
Onimusha 3: Demon Siege is an Action-Adventure and Single-player video game created and published by Capcom. It is the third entry in the series of Onimusha. The game takes place in the fantasy-based world and lets you take control of the protagonist named Hidemitsu Samanosuke Akechi. According to the story, the game world is threatened by the antagonist and his evil armies who wants to conquer Japan. It embarks you on an epic adventure to save the world by fighting against enemies using weapons, spells, and other items. There are two different protagonists, and you can control both protagonists in various scenarios. Explore the game world, solve complex puzzles and task for NPCs. Maintain your heath, and battle against the antagonist, destroy his plans and save the world. The game lets you a chance to become a hero and take an opportunity to show your skills. It offers the similar gameplay to its earlier entries. With the detailed environment, addictive and quite immersive gameplay, and exciting story, Onimusha 3: Demon Siege is the wonderful game to play and enjoy.
#6 Musashi: Samurai Legend
Musashi: Samurai Legend (known as Musashiden II: Blade Master in Japan) is an Action Role-playing, Third-person Perspective, Single-player and Multiplayer video game created by Square Product and published by Square Enix. Like the previous titles, the game involves real-time combat in a three-dimensional environment and the beautiful cast of characters. It takes place in the fictional city, known as Antheum, populated by magical beasts called Anthedon, who invaded the environment. According to the storyline, the young princess by the Mycella, prayed in the mysterious chamber of Rites to summon a hero who will rescue the world from the invasion of beasts posed by Grandage Enterprises. In the game, the player controls Musashi and must battle against enemies using the sword moves. During the gameplay, the player freely moves around the world, interact with NPCs, and complete the tasks to become the hero. There are two types of swords that the player can use during the battle, such as the Large Blade and the standard Katana. Musashi: Samurai Legend includes core features, improved graphics, and brilliant mechanics, Musashi: Samurai Legend is the superb game to play.
#7 Persona 2: Innocent Sin
Persona 2: Innocent Sin is a Role-playing and Single-player video game created and published by at Atlus for PlayStation platform. The game is the 2nd installment in the series of Persona video games, serving as the sequel to the original title Persona. The game is set in the fictional city known as Sumaru, revolving around a group of high school students. The player steps into the shoes of the protagonist named Tatsuya Suou and a team of friends must face off an evil figure known as the Joker, causing the spread of reality-warping rumours across the city. During the gameplay, the group is helped in the quests by their Personas. The main gameplay focuses on Turn-based combat, where the player uses the turn in the battle against a demon to take down it, and a separate Rumor system, where the rumours spread all over the city can influence events in favour of the protagonist. The game is played from an overhead perspective, and the city, in general, is explored using the overhead map. The party of the player contain five characters, and each has its unique characteristics. Persona 2: Innocent Sin includes core features such as Challenging Quests, 3D Environment, Turn-based Battle System, and more.