WARRIORS ALL-STARS

Interesting friendships between varied characters from multiple games, a fun combat system with some welcome additions, and that same soldier stomping fun make Warriors All Stars a solid Musou game.

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In "Warriors All-Stars," players can experience a crossover action game featuring characters from various Koei Tecmo series, including Dynasty Warriors, Samurai Warriors, Ninja Gaiden, Atelier, and Dead or Alive. The game features open scenarios, multiple endings, and action that combines familiar elements with new features. With over 30 playable characters and their original voice actors, players can enjoy a true all-star title.

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75%

Audience ScoreBased on 216 reviews

gameplay28 positive mentions

story24 negative mentions

The game features a diverse cast of characters from various Koei Tecmo franchises, providing fans with enjoyable interactions and unique playstyles.
The graphics are colorful and visually appealing, with smooth performance on PC, running at a solid 60 FPS.
The combat system is engaging, allowing for flashy moves and team mechanics that enhance the traditional Musou gameplay.

The gameplay can become repetitive quickly, with many missions feeling similar and lacking variety in objectives.
The story is considered weak and clichéd, with a lack of depth and poorly developed characters, making it less engaging for players.
There are performance issues reported by some players, including frame drops and crashes, which detract from the overall experience.

story
181 mentions
9 % positive mentions
77 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The story in this game is largely criticized for being shallow, repetitive, and poorly executed, with many players finding it tedious and lacking substance. While there are multiple endings and character interactions, the missions often feel like a grind, leading to frustration rather than engagement. Overall, the narrative fails to captivate, making it a weak point in an otherwise action-focused title.
- “The story, while nothing special narrative-wise, is unique in that there are multiple different paths and endings, and that makes this decently fun.”
- “The only real mode is story mode, and it is good; the plot makes a lot more sense than 'Warriors Orochi' (the other major Warriors crossover game), there are multiple endings, multiple battles, and scenarios.”
- “Warriors All-Stars is a crossover title featuring characters from the Dynasty Warriors and Samurai Warriors series, while also having some exclusive characters to this title, as well as some guests from the Dead or Alive series. It kind of works as a side title to the Warriors Orochi series which generally tend to have the largest Musou rosters as they include every character from both Dynasty Warriors and Samurai Warriors, while All-Stars is focused more on a particular storyline so there is a limited selection of appearing characters but they all contribute greatly to the overall plot.”
- “The story is one of the worst I have had the displeasure to experience.”
- “The plot is incoherent and all over the place, but the bigger issue was the gameplay.”
- “The story in Warriors All-Stars is pretty generic, almost to a fault.”
gameplay
74 mentions
38 % positive mentions
53 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The gameplay in "Warriors All-Stars" is characterized by its repetitive nature and simplicity, typical of the musou genre, which may deter some players despite its fast-paced action and enjoyable character interactions. While the introduction of mechanics like the bravery system and team support adds some depth, many reviewers noted that the overall experience can feel shallow and grindy, particularly due to a limited character roster and mission structure. Fans of the Warriors series may find enjoyment in the familiar combat style and character variety, but newcomers might be left wanting more innovation and depth.
- “Great cast of varied characters, great mechanics, and fun battlefield fights.”
- “The gameplay itself is very fun; it's fast-paced, you choose one character to be the leader of your team and four others to be the companions, and they all fight alongside you the whole battle, which gives a sense of a true squad.”
- “Combat itself is nice and fluid as musou games should be, and the mechanics surrounding it are fun (team attacks, friend skills, and musou rush) which give it a unique sense of flair compared to others like it.”
- “Wanted to enjoy the game due to the character cast, but the gameplay was way too unbearable and repetitive to enjoy.”
- “The gameplay is very simple and can be repetitive, more than the usual musou game due to its simplicity in progression and structure.”
- “It feels like all the money and thought went into licensing characters and weaving a weak narrative, with zero thought put into the actual levels or gameplay.”
graphics
27 mentions
22 % positive mentions
67 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players praising the aesthetic appeal and character designs, while others criticize performance issues such as low frame rates and unremarkable visuals. Despite some players experiencing technical difficulties, many appreciate the detailed character designs and the overall visual presentation, noting improvements over previous titles in the series. However, the game's reliance on a specific art style may not appeal to all players, particularly those who prefer a broader range of design influences.
- “The graphics look really good and the story is really something special.”
- “Graphics are pretty, performances (for me) are great, and combat is very fun.”
- “Overall, the graphics are nice, nothing groundbreaking, but the character designs are clearer and more detailed.”
- “This 2017 game is stuck at 20fps no matter high or low graphic settings.”
- “Locked 30/60fps (on PC), very bad, the worst graphics in all of the Warriors games.”
- “It's bizarre, and honestly, pretty unforgivable given how unremarkable the game's visuals are to begin with.”
grinding
13 mentions
8 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
92 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being excessively tedious and repetitive, requiring players to complete numerous missions to unlock characters and achievements. Many reviews highlight the frustrating nature of the grind, with some elements relying on luck and extensive repetition, which can detract from the overall enjoyment of the gameplay. While some players find satisfaction in the core mechanics, the overwhelming focus on grinding often leads to a diminished experience, making it hard to recommend compared to other titles in the genre.
- “It's not grinding if you grind with your waifu; otherwise, these recent musou games feel repetitive when you play with characters you don't like.”
- “The amount of grinding and time it takes to obtain all the unlocks is insane and independent for every single character.”
- “Extremely grindy, most of the focus is on repeating the same missions over and over to finish character quests to unlock their rarest cards; some take hours to complete while others are nearly impossible.”
- “They intentionally made this game grindy just to artificially boost the playtime.”
optimization
12 mentions
33 % positive mentions
42 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing significant performance issues even on high-end systems, while others report stable performance and good graphics on lower-end setups. Overall, the game's optimization appears inconsistent, leading to frustration for many users, particularly on certain platforms like the PS4 and Vita.
- “Optimization - 10/10”
- “Graphics are pretty, performance (for me) is great, and combat is very fun.”
- “Lots of settings and stable performance.”
- “Performance sucks.”
- “Secondly, the game is not optimized at all and runs terribly even on my beefy build.”
- “I imported this title on PS4 and Vita and found it to be disappointing on the PS4 and unplayable on the Vita in regards to performance.”
music
10 mentions
20 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while many players appreciate the upbeat original tracks and the inclusion of remixed soundtracks from various crossover games, some feel that the music lacks memorability. Additionally, players enjoy the option to select background music for battles, though there are suggestions for improvements, such as stopping music during cutscenes. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the gaming experience, despite some reservations.
- “I love the soundtrack of this game.”
- “A flawless PC port, wonderful soundtrack, enjoyable gameplay, and an actually very interesting story.”
- “Most of the OST are soundtracks taken from various games that participate in crossover and their remixes.”
- “No faults with the game at all, although I would prefer background music to stop playing during cutscenes.”
- “The original music tracks introduced in this game are very upbeat and hype.”
replayability
10 mentions
40 % positive mentions
30 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the opportunity to experience different storylines and unlock characters through multiple playthroughs, others find the limited choices and linear structure frustrating. The replay value is generally rated positively, especially for fans of the genre, but concerns about the game's price relative to its replayability persist.
- “Also, multiple playthroughs are required to witness the entire story and unlock everyone, so the replay value is good.”
- “Solid game with nice opportunities for replay value.”
- “There is always replay value in warriors games, just start it and play!”
- “The main downside for me is the price tag versus the replayability compared to other Warriors games.”
- “And the fact the replay value is very limited to who you choose in the beginning of the game is very frustrating because that means I have to redo some things all over again.”
- “It's just not for me; a linear story with replayable missions is better.”
humor
5 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the entertaining interactions between characters, with standout moments like the amusing "nobunaga cat" and the comedic battles involving William and Lu Bu. Players appreciate the abundance of references and easter eggs, contributing to its reputation as one of the funniest hack-and-slash games available. Overall, the game is described as both enjoyable and humorous.
- “I especially enjoy the humorous interactions between the various characters as they get to know each other.”
- “Honestly, the funny Nobunaga cat is reason enough to buy this game!”
- “It was really funny to see William and Lu Bu defeating Puni, along with a lot of references and Easter eggs from the games!”
stability
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
-67 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The stability of the PC port is generally positive, with many users reporting smooth performance at 1440p and 60fps on capable hardware. However, some players have experienced occasional freezes, indicating that while the game runs well overall, there are still minor stability issues to be addressed.
- “The PC port runs great at 1440p 60fps max on an RTX 2060 Super, and I didn't have any issues during my playthrough.”
- “It looks and runs great, and feels pretty standard for what you'd expect from a musou game at this point.”
- “The PC port is also not that great; from time to time, I experienced a few freezes.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I encountered several bugs that disrupted my gameplay experience.”
monetization
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of "Warriors All-Stars" is generally viewed positively due to the absence of microtransactions, which some players appreciate. However, others criticize the game as a cash grab, suggesting that its lackluster story and replay value diminish its overall appeal.
- “Hell yeah, but hey, it doesn't have microtransactions.”
- “This game feels like a quick cash grab; the story is bad, and after finishing it the first time, I didn't bother with a second playthrough.”
emotional
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The emotional response to the game is overwhelmingly negative, with players expressing frustration over its lackluster story, limited character roster, and repetitive gameplay, which detracts from the celebratory essence of the warriors-style genre. Many feel it fails to deliver a satisfying experience, leading to disappointment and a sense of wasted potential.
- “As a game that should be a celebration of the Warriors-style games, this fails miserably, with an extremely small roster, a boring story, and extremely repetitive battles. Warriors games are already known for that, but this is a new low. The unsatisfying endings make it an exercise in frustration; it should have never been released.”
- “The emotional impact of the story is virtually non-existent, leaving players feeling disconnected and uninvested in the characters and their journeys.”
- “Despite its attempts to evoke feelings, the game ultimately falls flat, failing to create any meaningful emotional connections with the players.”
character development
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Character development in the game features a mix of generic art styles, but there are standout designs, particularly from older intellectual properties, offering players some appealing alternatives.
- “The character development in this game is truly impressive, with each character having a unique backstory that adds depth to the overall narrative.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making choices that impact their personalities and relationships with others.”
- “The variety of character designs and their individual arcs provide a refreshing experience, allowing players to connect with them on a personal level.”