Muramasa: The Demon Blade

Also known as: Oboro Muramasa Youtouden

Featuring lovely hand-drawn 2D art, Muramasa transports players into a little known mythology envisioned by the creators of Odin Sphere. Take on the role of a male ninja or female kunoichi and traverse the side-scrolling levels with crazy combos and scads of old-school action.


Available on: Wii
Genre: Action
Release date: September 08, 2009
Published by: Ignition Entertainment 
Developed by: Vanillaware 
Multiplayer Modes:
Offline
1 player Solo
8 Great
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ESRB Rating
Muramasa: The Demon Blade is rated:
Teen
Alcohol Reference, Fantasy Violence, Suggestive Themes
PEGI Rating
Muramasa: The Demon Blade is rated:
Rating Pending