10 Greatest Uses Of Mythological Creatures In Gaming History

It is likely that many a western gamer had never even heard of Amaterasu before she put in an appearance as the main character of Okami. In fact, even after the game's release that's probably still the case considering the fact that it never sold in anywhere near the volume that it deserved to.

Still, for those who did play it the world of Okami was a beautiful place that was steeped in Japanese folklore and artistic flair. While the God takes the form of a wolf in the game, she is still represented as a force for good and is able to bring light and natural beauty no matter where she goes.

Of course, it also helps that the game is one of the best action-adventure games outside of the Legend of Zelda series, making it a must-play for those who haven't yet experienced it. Not only will you get a great game but you will also encounter a side to Japanese mythology that practically no other game released in the west is able to match.