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Why will Expeditions: Samurai launch in Early Access, one might ask? For the veteran developers at Campfire Cabal, who already created three games in the Expeditions series, Early Access is a reminder of the good old Kickstarter days of Expeditions: Conquistador. Getting in touch with fans and players early will make sure the game shapes up just as the players want it to. Feedback on features, balancing, exploration, stealth, combat, general gameplay, and more will allow the developers to fine-tune Expeditions: Samurai to perfection – because a good blade, like a good game, is forged through many strikes.
Over the course of Early Access for Expeditions: Samurai, three major updates are planned. And while detailed plans are already in place, player feedback will determine what these updates actually deliver and add to the game – so consider this your invitation to help sharpen the blade. If you want to be part of the journey from the very beginning, make sure to join Early Access on August 7th, 2026 and take the first cut at shaping the game’s fate. But if you’re a wait-and-see type of gamer (patience, after all, is a typical virtue for a Samurai), add Expeditions: Samurai to your wishlist or join the Discord server to get every update, sharp and on time.
Your Journey to feudal Japan starts on August 7th, 2026, when Expeditions: Samurai sets sail into Early Access on Steam.
Wishlist the game on Steam now: https://thqn.net/es-steamIf you want to check out the previous entries of the Expeditions series, don’t hesitate:
Expeditions: Rome on GOG.com: https://thqn.net/rome-gog
Expeditions: Rome on Steam: https://thqn.net/rome-steam
Expeditions: Rome on the Epic Game Store: https://thqn.net/rome-epic
Expeditions: Vikings on Steam: https://thqn.net/Vikings
Expeditions: Conquistador on Steam: https://thqn.net/ConquistadorAbout Expeditions: Samurai
Expeditions: Samurai is an expansive historical roleplaying game set in Japan during the turbulent years around 1600, where every choice can shape the fate of your crew and the country itself. Step into a richly branching adventure, forge your own path through feudal Japan, and earn your place in history. Navigate the politics, intrigue, and drama of feudal Japan as you and your crew catch the attention of powerful warlords whose struggle will determine the future of the nation — and eventually become the first European Samurai.Master challenging turn-based combat and evolve your characters to become true masters of the battlefield.
Features:
- Challenging, tactical turn-based combat that will put your skills to the test
- Your Choice: Fight, talk or sneak yourself out of any situation!
- Co-Op: Explore the wonders of Japan alone or with a friend
- Equip your party with countless weapons and choose skills and upgrades that match your playstyle
- The final game is planned to feature appr. 60 hours of gameplay, with all dialogues fully voiced
- 8 Companions, each with their own background, quests and agenda
- Earn the honourable title of Hatamoto and manage your very own village (will be implemented during Early Access – not yet available with EA launch)
For more information, please visit the official Website.