Chambara

 PlayStation 4
  • Publisher: team ok
  • Release Date: Jul 26, 2016
  • Also On: PC
Metascore
71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. Post Arcade (National Post)
    Aug 15, 2016
    70
    Chambara is a fantastic idea in need of elaboration.
  2. Gaming Age
    Aug 22, 2016
    67
    This is a great party game for when you have friends over, reminiscent of Super Smash Brothers Melee and other arena type games.
  3. GameSpew
    Aug 7, 2016
    60
    Offering no single-player or online options, team ok’s love letter to the 90s yearns for the day when couch co-op reigned supreme.
  5. High-Def Digest
    Aug 5, 2016
    60
    The first game published by USC features a fantastic concept that is executed well, but one that really feels like it could've used some more time to be fleshed out. Chambara is a fun local multiplayer diversion, but the lack of online play and variety really stifles the overall experience. Hopefully a sequel will be able to take the game to the next level, but as of now I'm left with a rad proof of concept that is best played in short bursts.
  6. PlayStation Country
    Sep 11, 2016
    50
    Once you get over how limited it all is, Chambara does offer a tense and tactical set of sword battles for wannabe samurai. However, the appeal wears off fast and it’s just a bit too sober to be a decent party game.

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User Score
6.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 6 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 6
  3. Negative: 2 out of 6
  1. Campard
    Aug 4, 2016
    9
    The core mechanic of the game - stealth based combat in a dichromal environment - is excellent; simple enough to be understood immediately,The core mechanic of the game - stealth based combat in a dichromal environment - is excellent; simple enough to be understood immediately, but open enough to lead to myriad different play styles and matches experienced.

    The controls are intuitive, and mostly very precise. Occasionally it is tough to judge how far you're dashing, or how long it takes to charge up a shuriken.

    The customizability is fun, though it would be more fun if you unlocked customization options by completing trophies.

    The only real flaw: Chambara would be a lot more accessible with online multiplayer. As is, it's a great game with which to hold down a couch with your friends for a night. But if you don't have anybody around to play locally with you, there's not much to do.    … Full Review »
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