Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Capcom
  • Release Date: Mar 7, 2006
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  • Summary: Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams begins approximately 15 years following the annihilation of the infamous Japanese warlord Oda Nobunaga at Honno Temple. Another dark shadow now looms over Japan as Nobunaga's successor, Hideyoshi Toyotomi, has decided to align himself with the evil Genma forces.Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams begins approximately 15 years following the annihilation of the infamous Japanese warlord Oda Nobunaga at Honno Temple. Another dark shadow now looms over Japan as Nobunaga's successor, Hideyoshi Toyotomi, has decided to align himself with the evil Genma forces. Assume the role of Soki, a young warrior who possesses incredible power, along with several other cohorts to try and thwart Hideyoshi's pursuit for power. [Capcom]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 45
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 45
  3. Negative: 0 out of 45
  1. Cheat Code Central
    96
    It's a welcome change and breathes new life into the Onimusha franchise. [JPN Import]
  2. Gamezilla!
    90
    By stepping from an action packed exploration and puzzle game into a full blown action title, Dawn of Dreams has managed to breathe new life into this series. I heartily recommend it.
  3. Game Informer
    90
    As a whole, Dawn of Dreams is a truly skillful entry in the series. It's a great fresh start with new characters, gameplay, and ideas. [Mar 2006, p.102]
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  4. VideoGamer
    80
    Series heritage aside, this is a pleasingly lengthy adventure spread across two DVDs that's most definitely worth a look.
  5. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    80
    All that killing feels perfect; combat is tight and satisfying, especially once you begin to master your MP-consuming special moves. [Apr 2006, p.86]
  6. PSM2 Magazine UK
    77
    Fundamentally decent, but it's still the poorest full-size Onimusha game yet. It's hard, but it's also unyielding and sometimes a bit dull. So be wary. [Apr 2006, p.48]
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  7. 3DAvenue
    60
    There comes a point in playing Onimusha: Dawn Of Dreams when you realise that it's been somewhat lengthened via regrettably cheap tactics -- things like recycled game bosses, repetitive game sections and even some backtracking for the sake of making each of the game's chapters longer.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 17
  3. Negative: 2 out of 17
  1. ChrisP
    Oct 26, 2009
    10
    This is one of the best games in game history. I love how the missions can start of as easy then moderate and very difficult. I hope capcom This is one of the best games in game history. I love how the missions can start of as easy then moderate and very difficult. I hope capcom make some more games of the onimusha series.… Expand
  2. blue-ninja
    Dec 20, 2014
    10
    Onimusha Best Series I think, with 2 Disc with great story, cool 3rd person action and long cinematic...Wow Awesome, i hope Capcom will bringOnimusha Best Series I think, with 2 Disc with great story, cool 3rd person action and long cinematic...Wow Awesome, i hope Capcom will bring this ODOD in PS4, PS3 and PSVita or in PC..or bring new onimusha series.… Expand
  4. Warrior_of_Doom
    Jul 19, 2023
    10
    The overall score is based on how much fun I personally had with every component of the game
    and the overall experience.
  5. BearH.
    Mar 23, 2006
    9
    This game is solid and a blast. If you have followed the series, this one seems to break many boundaries and turn the franchise in a new This game is solid and a blast. If you have followed the series, this one seems to break many boundaries and turn the franchise in a new direction. It is full of strong RPG elements and the story is very solid.… Expand
  6. RODRIGOGAMER
    Sep 9, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. jogo excelente , zerei ele , levei umas 35 horas , te seu ponto negativos e positivos como qualquer jogo , mais vale muito apena joga-lo… Expand
  7. SAV
    Jul 7, 2015
    8
    Inaspettato quarto ed ultimo capitolo di questa bellissima saga, Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams introduce diverse interessanti novità: aree di giocoInaspettato quarto ed ultimo capitolo di questa bellissima saga, Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams introduce diverse interessanti novità: aree di gioco molto più larghe che in passato, telecamera che si posiziona alle spalle del protagonista e capace di ruotare a 360°, elementi rpg riguardanti il potenziamento di armi e protagonisti, la presenza di ben cinque personaggi giocabili e una grande longevità che si attesta sulle 20 ore. Il risultato è un gioco bellissimo, degno dei suoi predecessori.… Expand
  8. MinionX
    Feb 11, 2023
    3
    0NlMUSHA 4: Dawn 0f The Goofballs was a goofy af anime interactive movie game which literally killed its own franchise shortly after it was0NlMUSHA 4: Dawn 0f The Goofballs was a goofy af anime interactive movie game which literally killed its own franchise shortly after it was released.
    KUD0S to CRAPC0M for that spectacular achievement with 0NlMUSHA 4: Dawn 0f The Goofballs.    … Expand

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#26 Best PS2 Game of 2006
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#45 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2006
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