Expeditions: Samurai

Expeditions: Samurai is a roleplaying game set in Japan during a civil war nearing its climax. You lead a crew of privateers through the politics and intrigue of feudal Japan, where your choices can affect you, your crew and the people of Japan. In this version of events, navigator William Adams never leaves England; you sail to Japan aboard the Dutch frigate De Albatros instead.

Your crew and choices

You arrive as the newly elected leader of a motley crew. Each crewmate has a story to uncover, and earning their trust can develop into friendship, rivalry or love. The story branches, and decisions—even small ones—can have far-reaching consequences for your crew and the people of Japan.

Combat and equipment

Combat is turn-based, with movement, attacks and interruptions able to play out simultaneously. You can use stealth and gadgets, split up your team to position them in real time, and set up ambushes. Weapons and abilities range from pirate-arsenal staples to iconic Japanese weapons; you can also craft items and experiment with loadouts to face diverse and deadly enemies.

Play together

Drop-in/drop-out co-op lets two players experience the story and combat together. In single-player, you play as Captain Flynn; in co-op, you and a friend play as a pair of twins. When both players speak to characters, you can contest important decisions or compete for a companion’s affections. You can also coordinate stealth and combat, such as distracting a sentry with a firecracker so your partner can slip past, or performing a timed double stealth takedown.