Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty

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  • Summary: Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty follows the dramatic, action-packed story of a nameless militia soldier fighting for survival in a dark fantasy version of the Later Han Dynasty where demons plague the Three Kingdoms. Players fight off deadly creatures and enemy soldiers using swordplay based on theWo Long: Fallen Dynasty follows the dramatic, action-packed story of a nameless militia soldier fighting for survival in a dark fantasy version of the Later Han Dynasty where demons plague the Three Kingdoms. Players fight off deadly creatures and enemy soldiers using swordplay based on the Chinese martial arts, attempting to overcome the odds by awakening the true power from within.… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 59 out of 74
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 74
  3. Negative: 0 out of 74
  1. Attack of the Fanboy
    Mar 2, 2023
    100
    The best way to describe how Wo Long feels is if you combined the visuals and swordplay of the Dynasty Warriors and Nioh games with a pinch of Sekiro. What then happens is that you have a game that is quite difficult, but oh-so-rewarding when you conquer the seemingly impossible.
  2. Hardcore Gamer
    Mar 2, 2023
    90
    Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is a dark fantasy take on the Three Kingdoms. The difficulty is high, almost seeming insurmountable at first, but part of what makes Wo Long great is how the difficulty isn’t unfair. The gameplay is structured where players are rewarded for learning the fighting style of their enemies and using their mastery of their own skills against them. It can be frustrating and requires patience to master, but it’s such a great feeling to finally overcome a strong adversary. Challenge alone does not make a game great, but Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty excels in every area from artistic design to gameplay mechanics. Watching nameless warrior execute their different moves is akin to a ballet of brutality. The gameplay mechanics are are smooth and responsive as the game is challenging, making it a joy to invest the time in mastering the battle system. This isn’t the Three Kingdoms setting we were expecting, but it is the Three Kingdoms game we needed.
  3. Game Informer
    Mar 2, 2023
    88
    Even as its second half failed to match what came earlier, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is a finely honed delight. Its action is precise and responsive, and learning the intricacies of each adversary is exceedingly fulfilling. While I wish its back stretch was either pared down or had a wider variety of foes, this is a rare title that induces trance-like focus and euphoric moments of victory. It may not quite reach the heights of the works that inspired it, but it’s not far off.
  4. Checkpoint Gaming
    Mar 2, 2023
    80
    Team Ninja has created a challenging and engaging action game in a fantasy version of Three Kingdoms China. The combat mechanics are intuitive and all work together, making strategy and consideration of each next big boss fight vital. However, those same systems can be overly complex with a flurry of gauges, ranks, and stats to consider all at once. Even with a few difficulty spikes and balancing issues, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is still a fun adventure with creative bosses and exciting battles.
  5. PlayStation Country
    Mar 8, 2023
    80
    If you asked me a week ago, I would've been really down on Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty. The game's uneven difficulty delivers a tough introduction before settling into something more comfortable. Whilst the game doesn't explain itself well, there are many systems here you can prod and tinker with. Hopefully this will provide some varied playstyles. Combat really shines, despite the simplistic movesets. Navigation between missions feels clumsy but those levels are smartly designed. Moving through the world has been compelling and enjoyable, even if I do find the storytelling to be rather hokey.
  6. Vandal
    Mar 2, 2023
    76
    This is a soulslike that borrows some elements from Sekiro and also adds its own ideas to the mix, but feels a bit watered down compared to other similar titles.
  7. GGRecon
    Mar 10, 2023
    50
    Wo Long is a hair's breadth from cohesiveness, but much like the game's antagonists, it slips through your fingers just when you think you've got it. Come on, Team Ninja. You've almost got it.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 63 out of 123
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 123
  3. Negative: 44 out of 123
  1. Kyokushin
    Mar 4, 2023
    10
    For al Nioh fans a hell yeah! Three kingdoms fan? Even more! Combat and customization take the main stage here that's for sure and while theFor al Nioh fans a hell yeah! Three kingdoms fan? Even more! Combat and customization take the main stage here that's for sure and while the story is pushed a little more to the back this game is a game of the year contender for me!… Expand
  2. Dreamcat047
    Mar 6, 2023
    10
    I am a fan of souls. This is the first time I experience the game of Team Ninja. Indeed, the combo system is very good. No need to discussI am a fan of souls. This is the first time I experience the game of Team Ninja. Indeed, the combo system is very good. No need to discuss graphics or other factors. For me that was so great.… Expand
  4. mrtk2
    Mar 7, 2023
    9
    The game is very good, people just need to pay attention to the game. Armor weight affects your parry time window, you can block while tryingThe game is very good, people just need to pay attention to the game. Armor weight affects your parry time window, you can block while trying to parry, and some bosses require you to parry not spamming martial arts. You need to get good at the game because the problem with this game right now is the performance issue. On PS5 keep getting frame drops on prioritize fps. The graphics are inconsistent and looks sometimes better than Niohn 2 sometimes it looks worse. Compared this game to Nioh 2 I would say 1 step forward 2 steps back at the design. You can parry and jump, and no more die when falling, you have martial arts. However, the Nioh 2 has Oni mode, Junjutsu, tons of skills and combo, and weapon mechanics. This game is much more simplified and it let me down a little bit. What I really hope for future DLC and updates is fixing the graphic inconsistency and performance. Also, I really want to add a combos system like Nioh 2, more wizards spells and jujutsu, and more enemies variety.… Expand
  5. bohalaa
    Jul 1, 2023
    8
    Very nice game , but it feels OLD, PS3 game, they should be ashamed with this visual.
  6. soooB
    Mar 11, 2023
    5
    Shonky difficulty curve makes this just another grind for me. I was hoping for something more like older Koei games but got something moreShonky difficulty curve makes this just another grind for me. I was hoping for something more like older Koei games but got something more like Nioh which personally I find very tedious (I finished Demons Souls. Persevered for a while but got bored of waltzing through a level with no real issues and then hitting a boss that was a totally different proposition and went back to grinding on Toukiden 2… Expand
  7. Zeon1982
    Mar 7, 2023
    2
    Wo long is not on the same level as Nioh. Seems like they tried to do something special with the formula but It just didn't quite live up toWo long is not on the same level as Nioh. Seems like they tried to do something special with the formula but It just didn't quite live up to expectations. I was looking forward to this game so much. I wasted my money by pre ordering. Give it a year and it will be on PS plus.… Expand
  8. Miz-taken
    May 19, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is so boring. The battlefields and the enemies in them are just so lame. It feels like every battlefield is exactly the same even though they may look a little different. game design is very poor. Do not waste $70 on this game. I wish I hadn't.… Expand

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