Genji: Dawn of the Samurai

Third-person action game set in 1159 Japan during a violent power shift. You fight against The Heishi, a samurai clan wielding mystical stones to enforce their rule after toppling the old nobility. Combat centers on sword techniques and timing-based counters as you work to break their grip on the land. The stone mechanic introduces supernatural elements into otherwise grounded feudal warfare. Expect period weaponry, multiple playable warriors, and battles that mix historical setting with magical artifacts. It's built for players who want melee-focused action in a specific historical moment, though the mystical angle sets it apart from pure samurai simulation.