If you owned a Neo Geo in the ’90s, then you might be familiar with Ganryu, a hack and slash game set in Japan in the distant past. More than two decades later, the game is getting a sequel. Ganryu 2 will release on multiple platforms on April 22, 2022.
The release date for Ganryu 2 was revealed in a press release and an announcement on Steam earlier today. In today’s press release, publisher Just For Games also announced that Storybird Studio is developing the game.
Ganryu 2 is set in 17th century Japan. Players will control one of the original Ganryu protagonists, Miyamoto Musashi. The first Ganryu was a hack and slash game that tasked players with defeating the antagonist, Kojiro. According to today’s press release, Ganryu 2 is a continuation of the first game’s story:
What Can Fans Expect From Ganryu 2?
Like the first game, Ganryu 2 is a 2D hack and slash game. Players will be able to use moves such as dash and double-jump as they navigate levels and defeat enemies. The gameplay and graphics are inspired by ’90s classics, and the story is inspired by Musashi, a novel by Eiji Yoshikawa based on the life of a real Japanese samurai.
Ganryu 2 will release digitally on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and Steam on April 22, 2022. If you prefer a physical release, you’re in luck. This hack and slash game will receive a limited physical release on PS4 and Switch.
