Taikou Risshiden: Rise of a Sengoku Era Legend

7/9/2026, 8:08:40 PM

Release date: 4/18/2017

Tags: #rpg #historical

User Reviews

Score: 88%Very Positive
Review Count: 52 reviews
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Japan Price: ¥ 1,320
Global Price: $12.99
Sale Status: Regular pricing
Price Checked At: 7/9/2026, 8:08:40 PM

Key highlight

Experience the rise of Hideyoshi Toyotomi from foot soldier to Emperor's adviser in the 1992 classic RPG, "Taikou Risshiden," now on Steam.

Who this is for

For those captivated by the romance of the Sengoku period and the tale of a man's ascent, "Taikou Risshiden" is a must-play. It meticulously portrays the era's social landscape and human drama, allowing players to live through tumultuous times as Hideyoshi.

🖥️ Hardware Guide for Comfortable Play

Based on the game's recommended specs, showing a comfortable performance target and example parts (PassMark reference)

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CPU

Game's recommended spec

1GHz over

No PassMark data — please check the manufacturer's site

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GPU

Game's recommended spec

800x600 pixel over

Comfortable play target

3 pts(~150% above spec of 2 pts)

Parts near this range

GeForce 6200A3 pts GeForce2 GTS/GeForce2 Pro3 pts GeForce2 MX 100/2003 pts

* Scores are reference values. Actual performance varies by in-game settings, resolution, and system environment.

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Details

Overview

To celebrate Kou Shibusawa's 35th anniversary, the "Kou Shibusawa Archives" are being brought to Steam, reviving popular past titles. This fifth release in the series is the 1992 classic, "Taikou Risshiden." The game immerses players in the tumultuous Warring States period of Japan, chronicling the extraordinary rise of Hideyoshi Toyotomi. You'll follow his journey from humble beginnings as a common foot soldier all the way to becoming Chief Adviser to the Emperor, experiencing his struggles and triumphs firsthand.

Highlights

This RPG title, originally released in 1992, focuses on the historical figure Hideyoshi Toyotomi during Japan's Warring States period.
Developed and published by KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD., it offers a single-player experience.
The game features Steam Cloud support and is compatible with Family Sharing.

Who It's For

Fans of historical RPGs and simulation games will find "Taikou Risshiden" particularly engaging. Players interested in Japanese history, especially the Sengoku period, and those who enjoy narratives centered on personal growth and overcoming adversity will appreciate this title.