Dynasty Warriors 9 Empires

 PlayStation 5
Metascore
61

Mixed or average reviews - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 33
  3. Negative: 5 out of 33
  1. Digitally Downloaded
    Feb 14, 2022
    100
    Slightly more cerebral while also filled with the fast action that the series is known for, Dynasty Warriors 9 Empires sits neatly as a midway point between the action of the "proper" Dynasty Warriors and the strategy of the Romance of the Three Kingdoms series. There probably isn't all that much of an audience for this, but for fans that were disappointed with the open world experiment of Dynasty Warriors 9, Empires here will be redemption, and for those who have never let their enthusiasm for the series be dampened, this is an excellent opportunity to marry Sun Shangxiang and make many beautiful babies... or perhaps to unite China. Whatever your preference is, really.
  2. Softpedia
    Feb 14, 2022
    90
    At the end of the day, Dynasty Warriors 9: Empires is a bit of a letdown for those who expected the same great gameplay they’ve been provided with in DW8 Empires. In many regards, the game feels like a step backward from its predecessor, and this is why so many fans are disappointed. On the other hand, it’s still an exciting release for an average player. The combat system is nice, though it takes time to get used to it, and the more time you spend on the little things, such as friendship with officers, finding a sword sibling, and things like that, the better the whole experience is getting.
  3. Shindig
    Feb 20, 2022
    80
    But as a case study in how well musou action and turn-based strategy can work together, Dynasty Warriors 9 Empires delivers. It’s the best parts of Koei Tecmo’s grand strategy games and the energetic, strategic combat of Dynasty Warriors, rolled together in a way that elevates both sides of the calculation. That’s long been the case for the Empires line, but building off the strong foundation of Dynasty Warriors 9, this one does it better than most.
  5. Hey Poor Player
    Feb 14, 2022
    80
    By focusing on providing a familiar blend of strategy and impeccable combat, Omega Force has delivered an experience that feels like it has the interests of the fans at its core. Where Omega Force goes from here with both the mainline entries and subsequent Empires games remains to be seen, but for now, fans can at least enjoy this return to form.
  6. Hobby Consolas
    Feb 14, 2022
    76
    Omega Force manages to combine the musou style of Dynasty Warriors with elements of tactical action and turn-based strategy in a very entertaining title, although somewhat repetitive.
  7. XGN
    Mar 14, 2022
    75
    Empires combines deep strategy with fast action in the best musou style we know so well from Omega Force. The new way you're charging the castle and try to break or hold the defense is refreshing while the interconnectivity between strategy and action is well executed.
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  1. 3DJuegos
    Feb 21, 2022
    Another mix of musou hack’n slash action and strategy courtesy of Omega Force. Not the best in its genre, but a good one.

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User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 541 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 415 out of 541
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 541
  3. Negative: 124 out of 541
  1. Glockblade
    Feb 16, 2022
    10
    Absolutely refreshing since I kinda already put maybe 6k hours onto the entire empires series as with 10k+ into all dynasty warriors games.Absolutely refreshing since I kinda already put maybe 6k hours onto the entire empires series as with 10k+ into all dynasty warriors games. I'm looking forward to maybe more edit parts. Or more features for in combat… Full Review »
  2. NewgeZ
    Jun 7, 2022
    10
    Having played this game for a few months, I must say that I'm very impressed and hoping for more games like this
  3. tngo
    Apr 18, 2022
    10
    Both the action and strategy elements are superb, this is the game of the year for 2022 so far.
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