GGN writes: "Vanillaware sticks to what it knows, 2D games with classic gameplay and fancy art. The small company made a name for itself in the 2D genre with Odin Sphere, a platforming title noted for its storytelling. It has been over two years since the company had a big hit, Grim Grimoire wasn't as well received, but that should change in September. By the looks of Muramasa: The Demon Blade's demo the company is on track with another great mix of action, storytelling, bright visuals and a splash of hardcore."
Nintenderos: "We kick off our interviews this year with a very special one with George Kamitani, president of Vanillaware. In case you didn't know this study, it is the one behind games of the stature of Muramasa: The Demon Blade, Odin Sphere or Dragon's Crown. In addition to, of course, unforgettable titles like the wonderful 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim published by Atlus a few months ago."
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How do you introduce people to folklore and fairy tales? Introducing people to mythology can be easy when they are young or in school, as such stories can sometimes be used to teach morals, introduce concepts that might be difficult for people to otherwise understand, act as warnings and get imaginations working. Once folks get older, it can be more difficult to get them engaged and interested in legends. Fortunately, some Japanese video games can step in to bridge the gap.
