Samurai Warriors 4 DX
- May 13, 2024
- KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Get on Steam"Samurai Warriors 4 DX" is a deluxe edition of the hack and slash game set in the Warring States period of Japan. It features 55 officers, including Nobuyuki Sanada, Yoshitsugu Otani, Takatora Todo, Naotora Ii, and Munenori Yagyu, with revamped character designs and enhanced action elements. The game includes over 150 previously released DLC, such as costumes, weapons, customization parts, scenarios, and BGM.
Reviews
- Samurai Warriors 4 DX is a fantastic port that runs smoothly on PC and Steam Deck, offering a nostalgic experience with all DLC included.
- The gameplay is fast-paced and satisfying, featuring a variety of characters and a deep upgrade system that keeps players engaged.
- The inclusion of Chronicle Mode allows for character creation and a more personalized narrative experience, enhancing replayability.
- The game suffers from bugs, including crashes during specific missions, and lacks ultrawide support, limiting the visual experience for some players.
- There is no English voice acting, making it difficult for non-Japanese speakers to follow the story amidst the action.
- Some players feel the game is overpriced for a title that is over 10 years old, suggesting it would be better to wait for a sale.
- story35 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 77 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the depth and variety offered by multiple character storylines, particularly within the Sengoku era, while others criticize the repetitive nature and lack of complexity in the overarching narrative. The absence of English dubs hampers understanding, especially during battle chatter, and some players express dissatisfaction with clan-based storytelling. Overall, while the game features engaging character interactions and a significant amount of content, it may not appeal to those seeking a well-crafted narrative.
“Overall, it can get very repetitive over time, but the main thing keeping you invested will be the story and characters.”
“What truly elevates this game into greatness is the phenomenal storytelling and soundtrack; for me, those elements in games are always very important.”
“I have played previous SW games such as the first one and 2 Empires, but I believe that this was the peak of storytelling that the franchise reached, with segmented mini-stories for all characters who were easily likable, showcasing their side of the conflict within the Sengoku period.”
“However, with no English dubs, it is almost impossible to follow the story or characters or what is going on because of the sheer amount of battle chatter in musou games.”
“The story and interactions between characters can be ridiculous, and Koei needs to realize that most of their fan base are older by this point.”
“Clans-based story is terrible, and I don't want to see it in any Warriors games at all.”
- gameplay16 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay in Samurai Warriors 4 DX is characterized by its simple yet exhilarating hack-and-slash mechanics, allowing players to control legendary samurai and engage in battles against hordes of enemies. While the core gameplay remains familiar to the musou genre, it features enjoyable elements like the hyper attack mechanic and a diverse character roster, making it accessible and fun for both newcomers and series veterans. Overall, the game offers a solid experience with smooth performance and a wealth of content, despite some dated aspects.
“The core gameplay remains as exhilarating as ever, with players taking control of legendary samurai and battling through hordes of enemies.”
“Gameplay is smooth and fun, with every character feeling varied enough to try them out. The roster is great and one of the biggest in the samurai franchise, and I personally had some surprise favorites who I otherwise would never have tried in an Orochi game or previous Samurai Warriors games.”
“The gameplay is simple hack and slash combat against large groups of enemies, with objectives and enemy officers to deal with; most of the difficulty comes from trying to complete every objective in a battle.”
“The gameplay is old.”
“Framerate capped at 60 for gameplay, and looks like 30 for cut-scenes, and max 1440p.”
- graphics15 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the enhancements from the PS4 version, describing it as beautiful and visually appealing, while others criticize it as outdated or ugly. Overall, it is noted that while the graphics may not be stellar, they are adequate for gameplay and contribute positively to the overall experience. The port is seen as a significant improvement over previous versions, particularly in terms of visual quality.
“It's a pretty good port - it uses PS4's graphics enhancements over the vanilla PS3 version and it's great!”
“This game uses PS4 graphics, so for those wondering how this game might be, this game is beautiful.”
“Sure they could have done something more with the graphics options, but still it's a gorgeous game with amazing designs, voice acting, and stories.”
“The graphics are ugly.”
“The graphics of the game are very, very, very bad.”
“Visuals are a little outdated, but more than adequate.”
- stability3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, the game demonstrates strong stability, particularly on the Steam Deck, where it runs smoothly and beautifully in 4K. However, some users have reported issues with freezing during multiplayer sessions.
“Runs great on the deck.”
“Great port of one of my favorite musou games, runs great and is beautiful in 4K.”
“The game constantly freezes when playing with friends.”
“I experience frequent crashes that ruin the gameplay experience.”
“Stability issues make it nearly impossible to enjoy multiplayer sessions.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, contributing significantly to the overall experience and enhancing the storytelling. While the graphics may not be cutting-edge due to its status as a port, the soundtrack remains a standout feature that elevates the gameplay.
“The overall warrior experience is pretty smooth, and the characters and music are great as well.”
“What truly elevates this game into greatness is the phenomenal storytelling and soundtrack, as for me those elements in games are always very important.”
“Don't expect stellar graphics or high frame rate support as this is just a port of a PS4 game made 10 years ago, but it still looks pretty, has great music and is fun to play.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be enjoyable and relaxed, especially with the availability of strong DLC weapons early on, which reduces the need for extensive grinding in the end game. This allows for a more casual playthrough, focusing on the main story rather than repetitive tasks.
“The weapons are really strong and remove any need for grinding in the end game, so you can just play and get the weapon by the end of a few main stories.”
“Insanely fun and grindy, but the DLC weapons being available at the very beginning of the game make the grind feel very chill.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be lighthearted and enjoyable, highlighting its infinite replayability due to engaging content that encourages multiple playthroughs.
“It's a fun, lighthearted game with infinite replayability.”
“The content and replayability are outstanding.”
“The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
“The limited variety in gameplay mechanics means that replaying the game feels more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is praised for its excellent performance on the Steam Deck, requiring no additional tweaks to Proton or graphical settings, which sets it apart from other musou titles on PC.
“Performance on Steam Deck is also really good, and you don't have to tweak Proton or fiddle around with graphical settings to get it working, unlike some other musou titles on PC.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game emotionally rewarding, particularly appreciating its heartwarming presence on Steam after its 2014 release. It serves as an accessible entry point for newcomers to the Samurai Warriors series, offering a blend of enjoyment and a sense of accomplishment through its grind for completion.
“It is really heartwarming to finally see this game on Steam. Since its official release in 2014, this has been the only Samurai Warriors game that is perfect for newcomers to the series. While it's not a challenging game, achieving 100% completion requires a significant amount of grinding.”
