With overtones and themes borrowed directly from Japanese myth, Muramasa: The Demon Blade brings to the Wii gorgeous side-scrolling action in the second dimension reminiscent of its spiritual predecessor, Odin Sphere.

With overtones and themes borrowed directly from Japanese myth, Muramasa: The Demon Blade brings to the Wii gorgeous side-scrolling action in the second dimension reminiscent of its spiritual predecessor, Odin Sphere.
Japanese independent developer Vanillaware has created modern 2D game classics such as Odin Sphere and the upcoming Muramasa: The Demon Blade, and founder George Kamitani sits down with Gamasutra to discuss his company's roots, passions, and plans.