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Samurai Warriors 4 DX

Samurai Warriors 4 DX on PC successfully delivers a robust and satisfying hack-and-slash experience, enriched by a wealth of content and polished gameplay mechanics. While some visual elements may show their age, the game’s core strengths in combat and storytelling remain compelling. Whether you are a veteran of the series or a newcomer eager to dive into the chaos of Sengoku-era Japan, Samurai Warriors 4 DX offers a fulfilling and action-packed journey that is well worth your time.
88%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
stability, grinding
90% User Score Based on 400 reviews
Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

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"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.

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Samurai Warriors 4 DX screenshot
Samurai Warriors 4 DX screenshot
Samurai Warriors 4 DX screenshot
Samurai Warriors 4 DX screenshot
Samurai Warriors 4 DX screenshot
Samurai Warriors 4 DX screenshot
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90%
Audience ScoreBased on 401 reviews
story16 positive mentions
stability6 negative mentions
  • The game features a large roster of over 50 characters, each with unique combat styles and abilities, providing a diverse gameplay experience.
  • Samurai Warriors 4 DX includes all previously released DLCs, offering a wealth of content and customization options, making it a great value for fans of the series.
  • The gameplay is fast-paced and satisfying, with the addition of hyper attacks that enhance combat dynamics, making it enjoyable for both new and veteran players.
  • The game suffers from frequent freezing issues during co-op play, making it nearly unplayable in that mode, which is a significant drawback for those looking to enjoy multiplayer.
  • The story is criticized for being weak and lacking emotional depth, with many players feeling no attachment to the characters or their arcs.
  • There are technical limitations such as a capped framerate at 60 FPS and no support for ultrawide displays, which detracts from the overall visual experience.
  • story
    136 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in Samurai Warriors 4 is generally viewed as lacking depth, with many players criticizing it for being poorly organized and not cohesive, especially compared to its successor, Samurai Warriors 5. While the game features a clan-based narrative structure that highlights various historical conflicts, the execution often feels repetitive and exaggerated, with some players appreciating the focus on specific characters like the Sanada clan. Overall, while the storytelling may not be the main draw for players, it does provide a framework for the gameplay, with some segments being more engaging than others.

    • “The story campaign is organized by clans and it tells the stories from their angle, with the Sanada clan (which Yukimura, the series' poster boy, belongs to) being somewhat of a focus.”
    • “What truly elevates this game into greatness is the phenomenal storytelling and soundtrack, as 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, segmented mini stories for all characters who were easily likable with some exceptions and showcasing their side of the conflict within the Sengoku period.”
    • “Its story is terrible, if not non-existent.”
    • “The story largely sticks to the historical records of events, albeit with the usual exaggerations, whitewashing, and gameplay concessions we've come to expect.”
    • “Clans-based story is terrible and I don't want to see it in any Warriors games at all.”
  • gameplay
    52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of Samurai Warriors 4 is characterized by fast-paced hack-and-slash combat, enhanced by the introduction of hyper attacks that allow players to chain strong attacks for crowd control. While the game may not offer groundbreaking innovations compared to previous titles in the franchise, it excels in providing a fun and smooth experience with a diverse roster of characters and solid mechanics. Despite some limitations in content and occasional frame rate drops, players appreciate the engaging combat and the nostalgic appeal of the series.

    • “In terms of gameplay, its combat is clearly differentiated from the Dynasty Warriors series with the addition of hyper attacks where you can string together strong attacks for combos - it starts with a dash and is used primarily for crowd clearing; due to this addition, the combat action is a lot more fast-paced.”
    • “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 personally, I had some surprise favorites who otherwise I 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.”
    • “In terms of gameplay offerings, it may be somewhat limited; but it does very well in most of what it offers.”
    • “The gameplay is old.”
  • graphics
    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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 the visuals as outdated or ugly. Overall, it is noted that while the graphics may not be stellar, they are adequate for a port of a game made a decade ago, and the art style and design are appreciated by many players. Performance on various platforms, including the Steam Deck, is generally positive, with minimal need for graphical adjustments.

    • “This game uses PS4 graphics, so for those wondering how this game might be, this game is beautiful.”
    • “Very nice gameplay, stories are good and beautiful graphics.”
    • “Sure they could have done something more with the graphics option, 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.”
  • music
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised, with standout tracks like "beginning," "petals in the wind," and "twin cherry blossoms" being highlighted as favorites. Reviewers describe the soundtrack as phenomenal and integral to the overall experience, enhancing both storytelling and gameplay. Despite the game's age and graphics, the outstanding music remains a significant draw for players.

    • “The soundtrack is phenomenal, easily one of my favorite game OSTs of all time.”
    • “What truly elevates this game into greatness is the phenomenal storytelling and soundtrack, as for me those elements in games are always very important.”
    • “Just started this game and the soundtrack in the game is outstanding.”
    • “The soundtrack has a couple of songs that go like this: 'aaah aaah aaah aah aaah aah aah aah aah aah aah' and they will be engraved into your brain.”
    • “The soundtrack has a couple of songs that go like this: 'aaah aaah aaah aah aaah aah aah aah aah aah aah'.”
    • “It's still a solid OST with my favorites being 'beginning' (especially this one), 'petals in the wind' (both versions), 'whirlwind', 'raging waves', and 'twin cherry blossoms'.”
  • stability
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is a significant concern, particularly in cooperative mode, where players report frequent freezes that render it nearly unplayable. While it performs well in single-player and on certain platforms like the Steam Deck, the persistent issues during multiplayer sessions have led to negative reviews, with players expressing hope for future fixes.

    • “Runs great on the deck.”
    • “Great port of one of my favorite musou games, runs great and is beautiful in 4K.”
    • “The reason for my negative review on this game is due to the main appeal that this game had on me and my friend over its 'ii' version for being one of the few warriors games that have a coop feature on Steam, just to sadly be unplayable due to constant freezes on almost (if not most) stages when playing coop, including chronicle mode.”
    • “If the freezes and issues in coop ever get fixed, I will change the review. Honestly, my friend and I are hoping for this, since it was the main appeal over the 'ii' version, and we are too late to ask for a refund.”
    • “The game constantly freezes when playing with a friend.”
  • optimization
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's optimization is generally good, with quick loading times and smooth performance on high settings for most players, though some experience occasional frame rate drops. However, significant issues arise in multiplayer, where lag can severely impact gameplay, leading to frustrating delays. Performance on the Steam Deck is commendable, requiring no additional tweaks for optimal play.

    • “It loads up quickly on HDD and runs smoothly for the most part during gameplay (on my R7 2700X + GTX 1060 6GB at highest settings) with some occasional frame rate drops which are quite trivial.”
    • “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.”
    • “Performance-wise, it's mostly good.”
    • “The lag between two systems online is so bad that when you do Nobunaga's early quest to fight through the forces, circle up the mountain, and come down on top of their commander, if you are playing multiplayer, it will be delayed for so long that my friend literally completed the map before I was let out of the gates because of how poorly they optimized the game.”
  • grinding
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be enjoyable and relaxed, particularly due to the availability of strong DLC weapons early on. This accessibility allows players to focus on the main story without feeling the need to grind excessively in the end game.

    • “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.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players consistently highlight the game's fun and lighthearted nature, emphasizing its infinite replayability, which keeps the experience fresh and engaging.

    • “It's a fun, lighthearted game with infinite replayability.”
    • “The content and replayability are impressive, making each playthrough feel fresh.”
    • “The game offers endless opportunities for replayability, keeping it engaging every time.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express a heartfelt appreciation for the game's arrival on Steam, highlighting its accessibility for newcomers to the Samurai Warriors series. The emotional connection stems from the nostalgia of its 2014 release and the satisfaction derived from completing the game, despite its grind.

80%Critics’ scoreBased on 1 critic reviews

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