This samurai slasher for Nintendo Switch and PC lets players turn every stage into a bloody highlight real

The Dragon's psychiatrist gives him a strange drug in exchange for killing gang members.

For a while, it's not clear why The Dragon is killing his targets, but the mystery slowly starts to unravel.

One thing is certainly no mystery: The Dragon is a master assassin. His ability to control will make you want to clear each stage with style.

The Dragon primarily makes use of his sword, but there are a variety of throw-able items at his disposal, too.

If you get hit, The Dragon will automatically rewind the situation and have you start your attack from the beginning.

After completing one of the The Dragon's choreographed sessions, "Katana Zero" will show a replay of the action in black and white, with no added time effects or slowdown.

Despite all the violence, "Katana Zero" has a great sense of humor.

Players can choose from a variety of dialogue options that guide conversations and reveal clues about the story.

The Dragon's primary targets are some pretty wild characters.

"Katana Zero" has a handful of threatening boss enemies. You'll need to master their attack pattern and use specific strategies to beat them.

Not everyone you meet is an enemy. "Katana Zero" did a great job keeping me engaged throughout the five hours it took me to beat the game.

"Katana Zero" also does a good job of mixing in unexpected moments to keep things fresh. This motorcycle chase was a total surprise, but ended up being one of my favorite stages.

This nightclub stage introduced some stealth mechanics to slow down the pace of the game for a bit.

As you progress through "Katana Zero," you'll unlock VHS tapes that let you replay past stages.

"Katana Zero" packs boatloads of style and serves as a reminder that an indie budget doesn't place limits on fun.

"Katana Zero" launches April 18 on PC and Switch. You can find it in the Nintendo eShop or on Steam for $14.99. Check out the full trailer below.