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Sakura Gozen

In Ouma, samurai Sakura Ouka, jobless and foolish, loses her home. She aids Suzune, sparking a quest to revive the Sakura Style. They aim for the Gozenjiai, facing trials in a Japanese-style action RPG. Complete requests, build reputation, and master thrilling battles to win!

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Developer
kaniheadcrab
Publisher
OTAKU Plan, NEWS
Release
February 13, 2026
170 days ago
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Very Positive330 reviews96.7%

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About the Game

Once upon a time, in the Japanese domain of "Ouma", our story unfolds.

The protagonist is Sakura Ouka—a strong but somewhat foolish samurai. In an era of peace, she has no work, and after getting scolded over something silly, she ends up losing her home and weapons.

One day, she helps a child named Suzune who’s in trouble at a red-light district. That encounter sparks the beginning of a journey to revive the Sakura Style together.

The two set their sights on victory in the prestigious “Gozenjiai (Castle Tournament),” aiming to rise once more.

A tale of trials and growth begins here!

Face the Gozenjiai! A samurai action RPG of growth and bonds with your beloved disciple!

Complete requests from townspeople to progress the story, build your reputation, and aim for victory in the grand Gozenjiai!

  • Side-scrolling RPG

  • Chained command AT battles!

  • With symbol encounters and instant-kill items, even those tired of random battles can play with ease!

  • "SuzuNotes" help explain in-game terms—perfect for reviewing forgotten details!

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