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Combining the 1 vs. 1,000 action of Dynasty Warriors with the addition of strategic elements, including unit command, Dynasty Warriors 9 Empires sets players on a quest to conquer ancient China by both sword and strategy. Powerful Siege Battles enable commanders to deploy units to capture strategic points on the map like castles. Experiencing high-stakes fights at every turn, players can now take control of these central points on the battlefield through the use of fire attacks or other stratagem, siege weapons, and, at times, simply by force as commanders execute their strategies and attack enemy troops by issuing vital commands to units throughout the skirmish.
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Digitally Downloaded
Feb 14, 2022
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The game is praised as a successful return to traditional Warriors gameplay, balancing strategy and action. It serves as redemption for fans of Dynasty Warriors 9 and offers a unique blend of mechanics for enthusiasts of both action and strategy genres.
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Softpedia
Feb 14, 2022
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The game is a mixed release, praised for its combat system and improvements but criticized for being half-baked, with unpolished graphics, underdeveloped open-world elements, and repetitive gameplay. It appeals more to fans than newcomers.
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Shindig
Feb 20, 2022
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A successful fusion of turn-based strategy and action combat, building on Dynasty Warriors 9's foundation. It is praised for its innovative blend of genres but acknowledges compromises in narrative and technical optimization.
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XGN
Mar 14, 2022
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Dynasty Warriors 9 Empires successfully balances strategic depth with action gameplay, appealing to fans of the series. While it offers substantial content and innovation in musou combat, it lacks significant new ideas compared to previous entries.
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SpazioGames
Feb 14, 2022
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A mixed review highlighting expanded strategic elements, engaging gameplay, and rich content, balanced against technical flaws, repetitive mechanics, and underdeveloped long-term appeal. The game is seen as a step forward but not without significant drawbacks.
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COGconnected
Feb 16, 2022
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The reviewer enjoys the game more than its predecessor but criticizes it as
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PSX Brasil
May 7, 2022
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Dynasty Warriors 9 Empires is a limited experience due to its repetitive structure and reliance on older assets. While it offers enjoyable strategic and action elements, better options exist within the franchise, making it a niche choice for fans of the series.
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Vandal
Feb 15, 2022
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A mixed experience that improves on Dynasty Warriors 9's issues with strategic depth but retains technical flaws. While it offers engaging simulation and historical storytelling, its limitations in content, customization, and optimization make it a bittersweet release for fans.
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Impulsegamer
Feb 21, 2022
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The game is criticized for being bogged down by technical issues and repetitive level designs despite having enjoyable combat and content. The reviewer acknowledges its potential but emphasizes its flaws.
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Checkpoint Gaming
Feb 15, 2022
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While criticized for its barren open world, technical issues, and lack of same-sex representation, the game is praised for its fun combat, political strategy elements, and creative tools like photo mode. It’s described as 'decent' but not flawless.
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