Dynasty Warriors 4

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Koei
  • Release Date: Mar 25, 2003
User Score
8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 220 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 188 out of 220
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 220
  3. Negative: 13 out of 220
Buy Now
Buy on

Review this game

  1. Your Score
    0 out of 10
    Rate this:
    • 10
    • 9
    • 8
    • 7
    • 6
    • 5
    • 4
    • 3
    • 2
    • 1
    • 0
    • 0
  1. Submit
  2. Check Spelling
view
per page
  1. VLG
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    The perfect DW, it would never be the same from this point on. As a teen I spent countless hours unlocking every single lvl 11 weapon of every character. To this day, I consider it one of the most addictive games I have ever played.
  2. Sylictic
    Jul 8, 2023
    10
    The 4th dynasty warriors, 3rd hack n slash entry, 3nd one I ever owned and first that has semihalf decent voice acting.

    Scrapping random weapon pick ups for an experience based weapon progression is one of the best things dynasty warriors ever did... once. In this game. And its brilliant. More incentive for using different combos and juggling as well as playing as as many characters as    The 4th dynasty warriors, 3rd hack n slash entry, 3nd one I ever owned and first that has semihalf decent voice acting.

    Scrapping random weapon pick ups for an experience based weapon progression is one of the best things dynasty warriors ever did... once. In this game. And its brilliant. More incentive for using different combos and juggling as well as playing as as many characters as possible.

    8 long campaigns instead of 40 middling campaigns with secret items, weapons, levels and characters this game is as in depth and rich as the franchise needed to be without feeling overstuffed    … Expand
  3. Jeka_Koko
    May 30, 2023
    7
    Story : This game is based on chinese-war sam kok (three kingdom) story. Well it's not 100% accurate, but i love how they smoothly change the storyline based on which side you choose. Oh oh, and also the in-game story and rewards (item) can change depends on the action you take, that's a little plus there.

    Gameplay : Not much to say here, just a reguler 5 different combo attacks you can    Story : This game is based on chinese-war sam kok (three kingdom) story. Well it's not 100% accurate, but i love how they smoothly change the storyline based on which side you choose. Oh oh, and also the in-game story and rewards (item) can change depends on the action you take, that's a little plus there.

    Gameplay : Not much to say here, just a reguler 5 different combo attacks you can do depending the situation (crowd control or 1v1 boss/general fight or both). It gives orb as elemental attack for your weapon for extra damage, freeze, etc. The thing i love here from DW4 compared to other DW games is they give the option to duel several famous general and if you lose, you lose all your game progress which gives out a high risk vibes.

    Cinematic : ehhh, 4/10    … Expand
  4. tomflanders
    Mar 31, 2018
    9
    This was Dynasty Warriors at its best. Better weapons and items available at random by playing at a higher difficulty. Bodyguards and on the best move sets.
  5. crimsondoor
    Jul 21, 2016
    7
    This and DW3 are my favourite games of the series. If I have to compare them I would say DW3 is more "stylish" or "cool" in terms of design and visual effects and has better gameplay (especially weapon drop system), while DW4 is darker/heavier and made every character weapon and attack more distinctive. Other than that DW3 is better. They both have good music though. DW3 is moreThis and DW3 are my favourite games of the series. If I have to compare them I would say DW3 is more "stylish" or "cool" in terms of design and visual effects and has better gameplay (especially weapon drop system), while DW4 is darker/heavier and made every character weapon and attack more distinctive. Other than that DW3 is better. They both have good music though. DW3 is more electronic, while DW4 is more rock/metal. Even if you think this series is **** it might be worth playing the 2 games just for the music!

    This game should be an 8 but the **** charge attack auto lock system absolutely killed the enjoyment. I wish there was a patch to remove the stupid target auto lock.    … Expand
  6. Gshaw
    Nov 6, 2013
    9
    Dynasty warriors 4 is a very good game. It takes a while to play and the weapon upgrade system is awesome. It also has very good movements for many of the characters that made it more fun.
  7. Nickisonlyme
    Jul 19, 2011
    9
    Video Games are fun for some people. For me, the multiplatform, 7-game-series, Dynasty Warriors is my drug. The game focuses on a three century long age of warfare and chaos that consumed and destroyed China cerca 600 B.C. When you pop in the disk an action-packed video filled with fire, fighting, trebuchets, clashing of swords, falling castles, and general hell breaking loose attacks yourVideo Games are fun for some people. For me, the multiplatform, 7-game-series, Dynasty Warriors is my drug. The game focuses on a three century long age of warfare and chaos that consumed and destroyed China cerca 600 B.C. When you pop in the disk an action-packed video filled with fire, fighting, trebuchets, clashing of swords, falling castles, and general hell breaking loose attacks your eyes. The background guitar solo peaks your adrenaline, and when the final â… Expand
  8. RobL
    Nov 23, 2008
    7
    A lot of new features and levels, but it often dies on me mid-battle, sending me back to the menu unsaved (no not because of the start+select code) other times I simply fall over dead for no reason. there are quite a few bugs with the new moves. Leaving your commander alone for *one second* results in loss on higher difficulty settings. New and fun, but it doesnt feel right for me.A lot of new features and levels, but it often dies on me mid-battle, sending me back to the menu unsaved (no not because of the start+select code) other times I simply fall over dead for no reason. there are quite a few bugs with the new moves. Leaving your commander alone for *one second* results in loss on higher difficulty settings. New and fun, but it doesnt feel right for me. DW3 is still my fave… Expand
  9. TheWargamer
    May 2, 2008
    9
    Professional Game Reviewers know sod-all about what makes a good game. They can slag off Dynasty Warriors as unsophisticated and motonous hack-and-slash all they want, but they refuse to acknowledge the fact that people like me will still happily plug in a Mega Drive, and spend happy hours slashing away on Golden Axe, or clubbing people with lead pipes on Streets of Rage.

    Dynasty    Professional Game Reviewers know sod-all about what makes a good game. They can slag off Dynasty Warriors as unsophisticated and motonous hack-and-slash all they want, but they refuse to acknowledge the fact that people like me will still happily plug in a Mega Drive, and spend happy hours slashing away on Golden Axe, or clubbing people with lead pipes on Streets of Rage.

    Dynasty Warriors 4 is unsophisticated videogame violence of the Old School styling. Run around, grab power ups, slaughter untold thousands of generic warriors, beat the "Boss" characters and conquer china. It's not going to challenge you mentally, but it is really good fun nonetheless!    … Expand
  10. Drock
    Jul 14, 2006
    9
    Ok i have every DW game this one is great but 5 is way better.
  11. DogMat
    Apr 21, 2006
    10
    Awesome.
  12. AdamB.
    Mar 27, 2006
    7
    Serves as a great introduction to the series, but brings forth nothing fundamentally new. The character editor is a welcome addition, but lacks depth. The remixed music is inspired, and the dialog is as always, both informative and humorous. And the gameplay remains as flawlessly fluid as fans have come to expect. But after playing the Xtreme Legends or Empires games, the standard games Serves as a great introduction to the series, but brings forth nothing fundamentally new. The character editor is a welcome addition, but lacks depth. The remixed music is inspired, and the dialog is as always, both informative and humorous. And the gameplay remains as flawlessly fluid as fans have come to expect. But after playing the Xtreme Legends or Empires games, the standard games in the series feel just that: too standard.… Expand
  13. RamiW.
    Mar 3, 2006
    10
    One of the greatest games of all time the 3 new characters are cool.
  14. TaS.
    Jan 23, 2005
    10
    This game rocks! I like the way the A.I. has gotton better. If you dont have this game,buy it!
  15. JimmyWoodnut
    Aug 21, 2004
    6
    Good 4 about 3 days but then is just plain boring i would recomend this game but not any of the other dynasty warrior games by the way if ure thinking of buying this game and have been put of buy me saying i got bored after 3 days i just wanna tell u that 3 days is good for me.
  16. Bob
    Aug 17, 2004
    8
    The game is brilliant but it needs more levels, more weapons, more characters, more choice in the editing mode. Add these and it's perfect.
  17. Bob
    Aug 17, 2004
    9
    The game is brilliant but it needs more levels, more weapons, more characters, more choice in the editing mode. Add these and it's perfect.
  18. DasingT.
    Aug 8, 2004
    10
    This game is cool.
  19. EmopunkboyK.
    Jul 17, 2004
    8
    Ive got about 200 hrs. in it and still playing, but the koei franchise needs something new and inventive... badly for Dynasty warriors 5.
  20. AdamF.
    May 30, 2004
    10
    You guys did a great job on this one. this game has to be one of my top favorites of all times!!!!!!
  21. JamesM.
    May 26, 2004
    10
    I have'nt even made it that far in the game yet, and I already think its a great game. It's really addictive. You have to try this game out.
  22. JonS.
    May 26, 2004
    10
    I love this game.
  23. SarahW.
    Apr 22, 2004
    10
    This game is just so addictive! It has to be the most exciting in the Dynasty Warriors Series! A must buy.
  24. JohnG.
    Apr 10, 2004
    10
    Bob that gave it a 0 and John.J that gave it a 0 you guys must need glasses this game is great. Just need more characters and stages but it's great how it is.
  25. AlexanderH.
    Mar 23, 2004
    10
    I always like these samurai kind of games and the action of this game is cool especially with 2 players. also the effects are good, voices good, combos are nice, weapons changes are great etc. i only miss a bit of gore. something like tenchu wrath of heaven.
  26. AndrewY.
    Mar 19, 2004
    10
    No duh, this game rocks.
  27. Jimmy
    Mar 14, 2004
    10
    It kicks ass.
  28. JohnstonE.
    Feb 16, 2004
    10
    My cousins and I LOVE the game, even my sister!! Great job.
  29. JamesG.
    Feb 14, 2004
    10
    It's the dogs dangalies.
  30. TysonB.
    Feb 13, 2004
    9
    Dynasty Warriors 4 is still one of the best games to come. I would give it a 9.3 to be exact , but i always round numbers.
prev
Page:

Awards & Rankings

65
#65 Best PS2 Game of 2003
3
#3 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2003

Critic Reviews

All reviews »
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. GameSpot
    71
    Dynasty Warriors 4 is good, but it's the same kind of good that Koei has been releasing for almost three years now.
    Read full review
  2. Edge Magazine
    70
    Yes it is almost the same, but when it's brilliant fun, and no other publisher is releasing games like this, who cares? [June 2003, p.104]
  3. G4 TV
    80
    AI is greatly improved.
    Read full review
See all critic reviews »