Play Chanbara Online
Pick your swordfighter and carve through waves of enemies—every slash and dodge counts, and the screen fills up fast when you're surrounded. Simple controls, brutal timing, and that sweet arcade rush when you finally clear a tough stage.

Chanbara is one of those arcade sword fighters that makes you feel like a total badass within seconds. You pick your warrior—I always go for the quick, darting fighter—and then it's just you, a blade, and waves of enemies coming at you. The controls are tight, so every slash and dodge actually matters, and the fights get seriously intense when you're surrounded.
What I love is how it doesn’t mess around with complicated combos—just pure, fast-paced swordplay where timing is everything. The visuals have that classic arcade charm, all flashy strikes and dramatic clashes. You’ll die a lot at first, but when you finally clear a tough stage, it feels earned.
If you’re into games where skill matters more than button mashing, this one’s a blast.

Download Chanbara ROM
You can download this ROM to play Chanbara offline using an Arcade emulator (Top Emulators).
*This ROM is provided for backup and educational purposes only.