Soul of the Samurai is an action-adventure game for PlayStation set in the late Edo Period of Japan. Players assume the role of Kotaro Hiba, a samurai returning to his village amid political turmoil. The story unfolds as Kotaro confronts Kizumi Danmasa, a lieutenant allied with a demon who seeks to overthrow the Shogunate. Along the way, he encounters Lin, a Bakafu spy, and uncovers deeper conflicts that shape his destiny.
Claim your destiny as a proud warrior and honor your ancestors in Soul of the Samurai for Sony's PlayStation.
It's the end of the Edo Period in Old Japan and forces are plotting against the Shogunate. The most powerful of the Shogun's lieutenant's, Kizumi Danmasa, has made a pact with a demon to destroy him and seize control. But the forces of light are already moving against Kizumi. On the side of good, but unknowing of his role, is the samurai, Kotaro Hiba, who has returned to the village of his youth to visit his parents' grave.
Things have changed, people are wary of him and his parents' grave has been ransacked. All roads seem to lead to Kizumi's castle. The story really begins when you find a young woman being attacked by unruly guards and intervene on her behalf.
Enter Lin of Sekirei, Bakafu spy. After a quick scuffle with the crazed town guards, you exchange remarks and head your separate ways. This will not be the final meeting between you two...