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Onimusha Warlords
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Binding: Video Game
Brand: Capcom
EAN: 0013388260010
ESRB Age Rating: Mature
Format: DVD-ROM
Label: Capcom
Manufacturer: Capcom
Model: 26001
MPN: 26001
Platform: PlayStation2
Publisher: Capcom
Release Date: August 07, 2006
Studio: Capcom
Features:- For Play on Your PlayStation 2
- Puts you in the difficult position of having to save a kidnapped princess from an evil General.
- Published by Capcom
- Game Genre: Action/Adventure, Game Sub-Genre: Survival/Horror
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Editorial Review:
PlayStation2 owners with a passion for Resident Evil's genre-launching gameplay are in luck: Capcom delivers the same world-famous gameplay style (sans zombies) in a beautiful action-adventure set in a mystical medieval Japanese kingdom. Onimusha: Warlords probably won't win any awards for groundbreaking gameplay, but the fast-paced action promises to overload the senses with more than enough stimuli to notice.
The experience is set in 16th-century Japan, a fantastical era in which warlords clash for control of the country. As the samurai Samanosuke, players volunteer to rescue the kidnapped princess Yuki. No surprise that the ultimate goal (and the entire story line, for that matter) falls by the wayside as hordes of demons converge on the player hour after hour. The weapons system benefits from the flashy graphics--as players discover and add gems to a gauntlet, weapon upgrades increase firepower with increasingly dramatic effects.
Graphically, the game is stunning. Carving through the levels--forests, tunnels, and the requisite dark, dank castle environment--isn't anything less than a spectacular experience, thanks much in part to the game's unusually high production values. Character models are built from up to 10,000 polygons each--high detail, even for a PS2 game. Subtle environmental effects--the wind flowing through the trees, for instance, ripples the fabric in characters' clothes--furthers the game's realism. The game's backgrounds are painstakingly detailed and nicely enhanced by dynamic lighting effects.
The talent behind the aural effects is just as impressive. Japanese actor Takeshi Kaneshiro lent his voice to the main character, and a 200-piece orchestra delivers a dramatic score.
Call over any PS2 skeptics in your neighborhood, then load up Onimusha: Warlords. A few minutes with this game may
PlayStation2 owners with a passion for Resident Evil's genre-launching gameplay are in luck: Capcom delivers the same world-famous gameplay style (sans zombies) in a beautiful action-adventure set in a mystical medieval Japanese kingdom. Onimusha: Warlords probably won't win any awards for groundbreaking gameplay, but the fast-paced action promises to overload the senses with more than enough stimuli to notice.
The experience is set in 16th-century Japan, a fantastical era in which warlords clash for control of the country. As the samurai Samanosuke, players volunteer to rescue the kidnapped princess Yuki. No surprise that the ultimate goal (and the entire story line, for that matter) falls by the wayside as hordes of demons converge on the player hour after hour. The weapons system benefits from the flashy graphics--as players discover and add gems to a gauntlet, weapon upgrades increase firepower with increasingly dramatic effects.
Graphically, the game is stunning. Carving through the levels--forests, tunnels, and the requisite dark, dank castle environment--isn't anything less than a spectacular experience, thanks much in part to the game's unusually high production values. Character models are built from up to 10,000 polygons each--high detail, even for a PS2 game. Subtle environmental effects--the wind flowing through the trees, for instance, ripples the fabric in characters' clothes--furthers the game's realism. The game's backgrounds are painstakingly detailed and nicely enhanced by dynamic lighting effects.
The talent behind the aural effects is just as impressive. Japanese actor Takeshi Kaneshiro lent his voice to the main character, and a 200-piece orchestra delivers a dramatic score.
Call over any PS2 skeptics in your neighborhood, then load up Onimusha: Warlords. A few minutes with this game may turn any zombie gamer into a next-generation gaming system fan. --Eric Twelker
Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating:  - bad game
the only reason im going to give it 2 instead of one is bc of the quality of graphics but the game playing sucks .. i dont know wat is lamer walking around repetively hacking slashing the same creatures over again or the bosses who are just overgrown blowhards who take a couple of shots u need no real stradegy to beat them ...also, i dont dig the storyline or want a storyline ... i mean ur a japense ninja equiped with japense fine steel u would expect a great fighting game not some cinematic movie ... Read More
Rating: - Good Start, But Way Too Short
"Onimusha: Warlords" must've blown people away back in 2001, but time has reared its ugly face on this first entry in a series that has spawned 3 sequels and 1 spinoff fighting game. In many ways, this action title reminds me of "ICO" --- throughly engaging and never dull, but it's over before you know it.
The gameplay is actually very easy to describe if you've played any of the "Resident Evil" games (besides "RE 4"). The player will use the D-Pad to navigate, while using 2 attack buttons ... Read More
Rating:  - I was crazy to overlook this game!
I always figured Onimusha games were action type stuff. I'm a big survival horror nut, so when I heard about this game being that type of playing experience I figured I had to try it. At the price it goes for I had nothing to lose.
In short, this game is simply awesome. It is pretty (even for now), has a good story, is just plain fun, and pretty easy to control despite what some people have said. I pretty much tolerate games that don't have use of analog sticks (except RPGs), I hardly ever praise them. ... Read More
Rating: - Very Good Game
I just started this game last night for the first time. I am enjoying it a good deal. :)
Graphics: Great!
Controls: Good, but my only huge complaint is that I really wish that you could use the joy stick. :/
Camera: Same as Resident evil games, which is fine but, I kind of wish I had a little control.
Combat: Terrific! I love the lock on button. Makes fighting multiple enemies easy and smooth.
Story: Yep! :)
Dubbing: Terrible and ... Read More
Rating: - Eyecandy with brains. Great game with beautiful graphics, good action and interesting puzzles
GENERALLY
this game is the best you can lay your hands on, specially if you are into nice swords (specially the thirdone =), moderate share of action and puzzles, like to find all kind of items, upgrade, and last but not least: enjoy the Japanese historical scenery in background.
Very nice graphics, very good storyline, not too easy, not too hard, couple of different characters which game switches for you in couple of places.
CONTROLS
There is nothing wrong with controls at ... Read More
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