Muramasa Rebirth

Critic reviews

• PSPush Square

  Ron DelVillano · May 06, 2014

  9.0

  The two campaigns can be played through in just around seven hours each, making for a shorter quest than many would hope for, but the promise of multiple endings and challenges to complete is sure to entice avid players and have them coming back for more. If you're interested in a well crafted and fulfilling experience beautifully disguised as a hack-and-slash platformer, then this one is for you.

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• TVThe Vita Lounge

  Tyler Olthoff · Jul 13, 2013

  9.0

  Muramasa Rebirth is a great game, and if you’re looking for a meaty Vita game this one is definitely worth the purchase. This game has great graphics, fast combat and an interesting story with multiple outcomes – who could complain!?! The ability to make new swords I really enjoyed, pushing further to acquire new swords and test out its unique special attack was addictive.

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• PLPS Lifestyle

  Paulmichael Contreras · Jul 08, 2013

  8.0

  For fans of Vanillaware’s games, this is a no-brainer. Muramasa Rebirth is the more complete version of its Wii predecessor. With an amazing art style, fast action, and even some humor, sidescroller fighting game fans will find a lot to like here. This is one of the Vita’s prettiest games, and is fun to boot!

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• GRGames Radar+

  Dave Muoio · Jul 08, 2013

  7.0

  Visually, Muramasa Rebirth is stunning. The Vita's sharp screen enhances the already gorgeous graphics and rewarding gameplay, resulting in fast-paced combat and satisfying boss battles that have never looked better. Although backtracking and repetition will eventually take their toll, it's still a fine choice for your portable action-RPG fix.

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• MModojo

  Chris Buffa · Jul 03, 2013

  8.0

  The team at Vanillaware did outstanding work with Muramasa, complete with haunting forests, villages overflowing with detail and twisted creature designs. It's easily one of the best 2D games for the system. On that note, Muramasa Rebirth comes highly recommended, as it provides a visually striking journey through demon-infested Japan. With two characters to play and a wealth of swords to unlock, you'll find plenty to love about this addictive game.

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• CCheatcc

  Shelby Reiches · Jul 01, 2013

  9.6

  Any complaints I have, though, are fairly minor (save the tedium of backtracking). Muramasa Rebirth is a wonderfully enhanced version of an already terrific game that melds old-school action sensibilities with more modern complexities and a storyline that manages to feel notably mature.

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