An upcoming ninja action game from the creators of 'Dark Souls' and 'Bloodborne' could be the sleeper hit of the year

"Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice" takes place in 16th century Japan, a time when feudal lords and samurai ruled the nation.

Sekiro, nicknamed "The One-Armed Wolf," is a ninja on a journey to rescue his lord and defeat the man who cut off his arm.

The world of "Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice" is massive, and players will explore a range of environments.

As players travel through the world, they'll encounter a range of bosses and special enemies, each with their own unique fighting styles and abilities.

Sekiro's primarily fights with his katana, the Mortal Blade, but his prosthetic arm can be loaded up with different gadgets.

If you're not careful, any enemy encounter can be fatal, especially if you're up against more than one opponent — the kind of unforgiving difficulty that fans expect from developer FromSoftware's previous hits, "Dark Souls" and "Bloodborne."

With the right timing Sekiro can deflect enemy attacks, leaving their weak point open for an instant kill.

But reacting to an opponent's attacks will be tough, especially when the enemy isn't human.

Luckily, Sekiro can use his own ninja tricks to gain an advantage over his foes.

Players can also use stealth tactics to take out groups of enemies one by one.

Sekiro attaches a grappling hook in place of his missing left arm to navigate the game's environments.

Special bosses will appear in scenic locations, adding cinematic flair to important battles.

The story of "Shadows Die Twice" will also explore how Sekiro came to be a ninja, years before his quest began.

Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice" will launch on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC on March 22 with a special collector's edition. Check out the launch trailer below.