Usagi Yojimbo: Way of the Ronin
- January 30, 2015
- HappyGiant
Get on SteamUsagi Yojimbo: Way of the Ronin is a new, old school game based on the classic Dark Horse Comic Graphic Novel by Stan Sakai, and seen in the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles over the years. This is an old school, simple, fun Retro brawler done in the vein of the classic TMNT Stand Up Arcade game.
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Reviews
- The game stays true to the feel and atmosphere of the original, with improved graphics and additional combat moves.
- It's a simple and straightforward slasher that can be enjoyed in a single sitting, making it accessible for casual players.
- Fans of the Usagi Yojimbo comic series may appreciate the nostalgic elements and the colorful cel-shaded graphics.
- The gameplay is repetitive and lacks variety, with combat that feels weak and unengaging.
- The game is extremely short, lasting only about two hours, which may leave players feeling unsatisfied.
- There are significant issues with controller support and overall performance, making it feel like a poorly executed mobile port.
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are a notable improvement over the original, featuring crisp, colorful visuals with well-defined cel-shaded characters and backgrounds that enhance the overall atmosphere. However, the repetitive background music can become grating, with no option to turn it off.
“It stays close to the feel and atmosphere of the original and is graphically better.”
“The graphics are crisp and colorful, with well-defined cel-shaded characters and backgrounds.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for its lack of quality and modernity, with comparisons made to the poorly received "Fist of Jesus." Overall, it appears to be a significant weakness of the game.
“Unfortunately, the gameplay is where this game falls flat on its face.”
“It reminds me of Fist of Jesus in terms of modern gameplay and quality of game.”
- story4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a compelling story that appeals to younger audiences, offering a narrative experience reminiscent of Sakai's art and storytelling, without the excessive violence typical of other titles like Mortal Kombat. However, it lacks achievements, positioning it primarily as a score attack game with a good story rather than a fully fleshed-out experience.
“It has no achievements, so truly, it's nothing more than a score attack game with a good story following.”
“Nothing fancy like Mortal Kombat, less violent and good for younger audiences, and like the wonderful comic series recommended to those who enjoy Sakai's art and storytelling.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is praised for closely resembling that of the original, enhanced by improved graphics that elevate the overall experience.
“It stays close to the feel and atmosphere of the original and is graphically better.”
