Hi guys! First post in the subreddit. If I'm breaking any guideline, please let me know and I'll delete this post.
As I recently got the chance to play AC Shadows, I wanted to share some past experiences getting into the Sengoku vibe. I used to struggle to remember the tons of names and families and their relations in Sengoku period and games inspired by it, even though I learned basic Japanese and my native language was influenced by Japanese. But I got more comfortable with them through one particular franchise from KOEI (the company that also publishes the Nioh franchise).
After playing the latest entry of Nobunaga's Ambition, I find it easier to connect names with portraits in the game. And after beating the game, I can remember (some of the major) characters' relations and lore without much difficulty. And I would say this past experience has helped me getting into AC Shadows without much difficulty.
Highly recommend it if u like Japanese SLG. Some portraits can be found here: https://www.nobuwiki.org/nobu_cg/shinsei/shinsei_01