Full disclosure: I've never died before. I have no idea what the afterlife looks like, where it be located, who runs it be admissions process or if it even exists. I just don't. However, if an afterlife does exist, I'd be totally fine if it resembled the fantastical environment in Skulls a the Shogun.

The entire game takes place in a Japanese warrior's afterlife, with bright Asian line art, a cast a mystical characters 'n a betrayed general out for revenge. Somewhere along the development process, Skulls a the Shogun could have transformed into a gritty, deep commentary on the futility a life 'n honor, but thankfully it be cheerful, Saturday-morning art style saves it from tumbling too far down that dark rabbit hole. In the end - 'n I do mean the end - Skulls a the Shogun be joyful, cheeky, 'n like most memorable experiences, it be best with mateys.

So the next time ye see yer best buddy, clap a hand on his shoulder, look deep into his eyes 'n say, "we be going t' the afterlife." 'n don't forget t' smile.