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Samurai Blitz EX – Unleash the Storm! (Demo Available On Steam)
by Dusty Dream Games –
“Dangerously good at turning five minutes into fifty”
Step into a whirlwind of steel, speed, and style with Samurai Blitz EX, a lightning-fast arcade slasher that blends the razor-edge precision of Hack & Slash gameplay with the explosive intensity of SHMUPs. Built for both retro fans and modern adrenaline junkies, this short-but-mighty indie title packs a punch with every dash, slash, and screen-shaking combo.
From the first sword swing, Samurai Blitz EX delivers instant gratification. It’s a game that respects your time—but isn’t shy about stealing hours. Designed to evoke the golden age of arcades while embracing modern gameplay sensibilities, it’s as much a love letter to the ‘80s and ‘90s as it is a high-speed fix for today’s players.
Whether you’re a veteran gamer chasing high scores and frame-perfect runs, or someone looking to blow off steam on your lunch break, Samurai Blitz EX has something for you. Short, high-octane runs make it easy to dive in, while deep progression systems and escalating difficulty keep you coming back. Every coin you collect feeds into a permanent skill tree—so even your glorious failures push you closer to victory.
Samurai Blitz EX is your new favorite five-minute obsession… that just might steal your afternoon.
Key Features:
- Lightning-fast action inspired by classic arcade Hack & Slash and SHMUP genres
- Massive combo potential – chain attacks and rack up ridiculous scores
- Short, satisfying runs perfect for quick sessions or long play marathons
- Permanent progression system – every run builds your power
- 3 handcrafted demo stages (8 in the full game), each with unique layouts and enemy waves
- Unlock Samurai Arts, discover powerful swords, and enlist fierce companions
- Stunning pixel art and modern UI with buttery-smooth performance
- Full version to include button remapping and accessibility options
Meet the Developer – Case Portman
Samurai Blitz EX is the latest project from Case Portman, a seasoned indie developer with over a decade of experience across programming, audio design, and pixel art. Case’s portfolio includes a range of award-winning game jam titles and a standout role as lead designer and programmer on Flynn: Son of Crimson—a critically acclaimed action platformer published by Humble Games and featured on Xbox Game Pass.
With Samurai Blitz EX, Case brings his love for fast, fluid gameplay and creative expression to the forefront, creating a game that pays homage to the golden era of arcades while pushing the genre forward in style, substance, and accessibility.
Play the Demo Now on Steam
Experience the rush for yourself with the free demo—available now on Steam. Tackle three unique stages, start building your skill tree, and see if you can survive the onslaught.
Samurai Blitz EX is your next five-minute fix… that’ll hijack your whole afternoon before you even notice. Fast. Furious. Addictive as hell.