Dead or Alive 5
- September 25, 2012
- Team NINJA
With some much needed tweaks and additions, Team Ninja has created an excellent fighting game, one that will keep you occupied for hours and hours.
Dead or Alive 5 is a fighting game that offers both multi-player and single-player modes. The Collector's Edition in Western territories includes a premium steel case, hardcover art book, soundtrack CD, wall poster, and DLC code for premium swimsuit costumes for female characters. The Japanese Collector's Edition contains similar items but with 10 character postcards, 10 metal character plates, and no wall poster.
PlayStation
Playstation 3
Xbox
Xbox 360
Reviews
- The game features a robust story mode that is engaging and well-structured, appealing to both offline and online players.
- Character modeling has been significantly improved, showcasing the developers' dedication and attention to detail.
- The gameplay incorporates exciting mechanics like Power Blows and Dynamic Attractions, enhancing the overall fighting experience.
- The conditions to unlock certain characters, like Alpha-152, are overly harsh and may frustrate players, especially those who prefer offline play.
- The story mode suffers from unnecessary mission requirements that disrupt immersion and can be frustrating for players.
- The graphics, while generally good, have noticeable issues such as jagged edges and tearing, which detract from the overall visual experience.
- story3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game has received largely negative feedback, with many users criticizing it as weak and laughable, accompanied by repetitive dialogue and a frustrating learning curve. Additionally, the story mode is described as awful and lacking depth, detracting from the overall experience.
“Awful story mode and repetitive pre-match dialogue.”
“Weak story mode.”
“Story is laughable.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay in Dead or Alive 5 is generally well-received, offering a fun and accessible fighting experience that appeals to both fans and newcomers. While the mechanics are easy to learn, they present a challenge for players looking to master them, though some critics suggest the game could benefit from a greater focus on gameplay over visual elements.
“A competent, fun fighter that probably should invest more time in the gameplay and less time in the boob animation studio.”
“Dead or Alive 5 has enough to please fans and newcomers with game mechanics that are easy to learn, but difficult to master.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their sleek presentation and smooth performance, featuring incredibly cinematic fights and dazzling stage effects. The game showcases a varied roster of characters, each with distinct fighting styles, enhancing the overall visual experience across multiple modes.
“Sleek presentation and smooth graphics, dazzling stage effects, and a robust roster of different fighting styles.”
Critic Reviews
Dead or Alive 5 Review
A competent, fun fighter, that probably should invest more time in the gameplay and less time in the boob animation studio.
40%Dead or Alive 5
Featuring engaging fighting, various martial arts styles, and gorgeous, interactive environments, Dead or Alive 5 is a worthy addition to the long-running fight franchise.
70%Dead or Alive 5 Review
Dead or Alive 5 has enough to please fans and newcomers with game mechanics that are easy to learn, but difficult to master.
80%
