Stardew ValleyandAssassin’s Creed Shadowsfans might have a new game to get excited about, as the console release of another unique Feudal Japan-set game is coming very soon. This title has been available on PC for a while, but its focus on village-building in a rich Japanese setting, combined with first-person and third-person combat, might be the winning combination for both fan bases when it launches on consoles.
Announced by developerToplitz Productions,Sengoku Dynastywill be making its way to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S on August 21. Pre-orders are also available now with a 20 percent discount. The PC version is also available now onSteam, and cross-play will be available at launch.
Why Stardew & AC Shadows Fans Should Check Out Sengoku Dynasty
A Focus On Community-Building, Combat, & Player Choices
Sengoku Dynastyis, essentially,a community-building game,similar toStardew Valley, set in a Japanese setting with choices to build a village life however you deem fit. Players can craft tools, weapons, meals, medicines, and more, and also cultivate the land for food, plants, and herbs. The strong focus on rebuilding a settlement torn apart by war might give long-termStardew Valleyplayers a refreshing place to put their crafting skills to the test.
ForAssassin’s Creed Shadowsfans, the Sengoku time period and combat might be appealing as well, especially for lovers of Japanese history. From spears and sticks, to katanas and bows,Sengoku Dynastyoffers a lot of player combat choices, which is similar tohow Naoe and Yasuke playinAC Shadows.
Despite Mixed Reviews, Sengoku Dynasty Has A Lot Of Promise
Sengoku Dynasty Is In A Much Better State Now
Sengoku Dynastyis currently sitting at a"mixed" reception on Steam, with most fan reviews criticizing the game’s lacking co-op features, performance issues, and graphics, but many praising the game’s survival mechanics, dynasty-building, and historical setting. Through patches, the game has gotten remarkably better since its early access days, so there will most likely be ongoing updates to improve the game further.
With its clever combination of a popular historical setting and general sense of community,Sengoku Dynastymight scratch the itch of a lot ofStardew ValleyandAssassin’s Creed Shadowsfans.Stardew Valleyhas ended major development, so solo developerConcernedApe can focus on his next project. While fans wait for that,Sengoku Dynastymight tide fans over.
