Metascore
72

Mixed or average reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 15
  2. Negative: 0 out of 15
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  1. Packs the well known Dynasty Warriors formula into some new and unique game modes that are truly a lot of fun.
  2. Play Magazine
    83
    What hasn't changed, however, is the series' incredibly addictive and impressive-looking wall-to-wall action. [Nov 2003, p.92]
  3. That’s the largest issue to be found within Xtreme Legends: the simple fact that you’ve seen this action before. How many times can players put down the Yellow Turban revolt or other issues from the same period before they get bored?
  4. PSM Magazine
    80
    Best recommended for those completely new to the series or feverishly devoted to it. [Holiday 2003, p.48]
  5. With the exception of the Dynasty Warrior masters out there, death will not be avoided by anyone. But that makes it more fun.
  6. TotalGames.net
    78
    Koei certainly knows how to sell an add-on without leaving its consumers feeling cheated - basically, this is how expansion packs for console games should be employed.
  7. 75
    There's not even the slightest attempt to string together the gameplay with a storyline; every mission is a self-contained hunk of hardness.

Awards & Rankings

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#66 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2003
87
#87 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2003
User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 45 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 37 out of 45
  2. Negative: 7 out of 45
  1. VLG
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    It expands DW4 in every way a fan could want, just perfect (as long as you have the original DW4). I spent countless hours unlockingIt expands DW4 in every way a fan could want, just perfect (as long as you have the original DW4). I spent countless hours unlocking everything as a teen. Full Review »
  2. RamiW.
    Mar 23, 2006
    10
    thanks to koei for another perfect dynasty warriors game I love the arena chllenge its so cool and this game just is cool nothing more to be said.
  3. JeroenV.
    Jul 15, 2004
    10
    It's a very good game and yo have a very nice gaming ITS THE BEST.