Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty

 PlayStation 5
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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 681 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 143 out of 681
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  1. Jon_P
    Apr 8, 2023
    0
    Terrible controls, worse UI, horrible gameplay. Stay away unless you are a glutton for punishment.
  2. Zquaranteneuf
    Mar 5, 2023
    5
    Whoever is comparing this to Sekiro is high on bath salts.
    There's nothing to compare here.
    But it did make me wish I was playing Sekiro... If you like Nioh you may like this, but otherwise it's pretty average and not worth wasting anymore time praising nor bashing. Generic, with some positives, but a bit messy and convoluted. Was also surprised to see the game making you choose    Whoever is comparing this to Sekiro is high on bath salts.
    There's nothing to compare here.
    But it did make me wish I was playing Sekiro...

    If you like Nioh you may like this, but otherwise it's pretty average and not worth wasting anymore time praising nor bashing. Generic, with some positives, but a bit messy and convoluted.

    Was also surprised to see the game making you choose "personal pronouns" in the character creator... I can't believe such stupidity has reached Japanese game developers.

    Easiest 5/10 rating ever.

    Wait for a discount and you may enjoy it more. Full price not worth it.    … Expand
  3. SwIder
    Mar 17, 2023
    3
    This game is not playable. enter the difficulty level.I beat the first boss for 2 hours and I already lost my appetit
  4. Nataraja
    Aug 22, 2023
    6
    Incredibly poor game design. The entire game is gatekept by a single, reflex related ability - deflect. If you cannot get the deflect down you can not progress out of the tutorial. If it was just defeating a single phase boss, fine. But to have two phases that rely on reflexes ONLY is a really, really poor game design choice. The only reason why it is not receiving a 1 from me is thatIncredibly poor game design. The entire game is gatekept by a single, reflex related ability - deflect. If you cannot get the deflect down you can not progress out of the tutorial. If it was just defeating a single phase boss, fine. But to have two phases that rely on reflexes ONLY is a really, really poor game design choice. The only reason why it is not receiving a 1 from me is that it was made available on Game Pass so at least all I was out was time and space on my SSD.

    I was able to get to the second phase multiple times but the pace of the deflects changes drastically. Also the deflect window is inconsistent and the hit boxes for the first boss are obscene, making any dodging impossible. The same is true of the second phase. If it were a single phase I could understand it. I think I will stick to From Soft games. At least there I can find multiple ways to progress.    … Expand
  5. kstud1
    Mar 25, 2023
    2
    Leveling up and armor means nothing in this game, who ever came up with the Morale system in this game, never needs to use this system again, it’s horrible, if you die in this game the thing that beat you is now even stronger the next time you meet it
  6. YoMammy
    Mar 14, 2023
    7
    Don't get me wrong... I love games like this... but this game is too hard. This game is harder than Sekiro. I can't even beat the first boss. I want to throw this game in the trash after spending hours just trying to get past the first boss. This game is good for people who like dying over and over again until they can kill sometihing even without armor on like the speed runners butDon't get me wrong... I love games like this... but this game is too hard. This game is harder than Sekiro. I can't even beat the first boss. I want to throw this game in the trash after spending hours just trying to get past the first boss. This game is good for people who like dying over and over again until they can kill sometihing even without armor on like the speed runners but for casual gamers this is too hard.… Expand
  7. DTM12NY
    May 16, 2023
    4
    My friend beat the game with the starting sword. All weapons feel like **** Farming simulator. Boring ball busting boss fights. I rather play dark souls or elden ring.
  8. bohalaa
    Jul 1, 2023
    8
    Very nice game , but it feels OLD, PS3 game, they should be ashamed with this visual.
  9. GirlGoneGamer
    Jul 19, 2023
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mid game with mid graphics. I’m also posting this on the PS5 Version since both are trash.… Expand
  10. Itisgunit
    May 4, 2023
    6
    I'm not a fan of the games that purposely try to overdue it when it comes to difficulty. The game does a horrible job when starting off explaining the different systems other then the main buttons. I spent almost 2 hours XP farming to get to level 15 and still couldn't beat the 1st boss that has 2 forms. Thankfully it was on Game Pass and I didn't purchase the game. Uninstalled and on toI'm not a fan of the games that purposely try to overdue it when it comes to difficulty. The game does a horrible job when starting off explaining the different systems other then the main buttons. I spent almost 2 hours XP farming to get to level 15 and still couldn't beat the 1st boss that has 2 forms. Thankfully it was on Game Pass and I didn't purchase the game. Uninstalled and on to the next one.… Expand
  11. Bawa
    Jun 30, 2023
    2
    Lacks expedition mode with randoms . In nioh online modes were just a masterpiece, Here it is a disaster. So if You prefer online coop play, forget about this game
  12. 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
  13. MasterTiger4
    Aug 21, 2023
    7
    Pros:
    -Awesome Combat
    -Great Enemy variety
    -Great combat arsenal and skills
    -Semi-linear multi-path
    -Great boss fights
    Cons:
    -Failed basic 3rd grade biology at custom character creation.
  14. Ghoster
    Aug 29, 2023
    10
    Just what we expect from Team Ninja. Almost perfect SoulsBorne game which is unique and fresh in combat and atmosphere. Learning curve of combat is hard but necessary. They did turn with that after Nioh like Fromsoft did with Sekiro after Dark Souls and it is awesome!
  15. Maradum
    Jul 19, 2023
    8
    Wo Long is the next big action/souslike game by Nioh creator Team Ninja. It does however change the gameplay a lot and focusses more on a parry system, not unlike Sekiro. Overall the combat is the shining star of the game, while other aspects fall short.

    The parry system feels extremely good and tight, it can however make the game rather easy as soon as you master it. After some    Wo Long is the next big action/souslike game by Nioh creator Team Ninja. It does however change the gameplay a lot and focusses more on a parry system, not unlike Sekiro. Overall the combat is the shining star of the game, while other aspects fall short.

    The parry system feels extremely good and tight, it can however make the game rather easy as soon as you master it. After some training, only one boss took me more than 3 tries. The combat shines most on 1 vs 1, struggles when there are multiple enemies, due to lock on and camera issues.

    The level design is better than in previous games, it helps a lot that there is a jump button now and levels do get way more verticality. Overall those levels feel much better here, but they are still average at best.

    Systems like the smithy, skill trees, Ninjutsu and magic feel slightly weaker than Nioh – more streamlined and less crazy to master them. It is better for casual players, as a huge Nioh fan it was a bit disappointing from time to time. Furthermore I dont feel that there is a need for that hub area.

    A solid game with great gameplay, but it stands in the shadow of Nioh, which is superior in many ways.    … Expand
  16. AOCG
    Mar 10, 2023
    8
    Visual quality: 7
    Performance: 8.5
    Art: 7, a bit generic for my taste, but still decent. Music: 8 Gameplay: 8.5, the parry system and the avatar are really good (9.5/10), but I did not like the spells system and the companions. Story: 6 In general it is a really good game with the main mechanics very well polished, but with too much customization and options (in terms of character    Visual quality: 7
    Performance: 8.5
    Art: 7, a bit generic for my taste, but still decent.
    Music: 8

    Gameplay: 8.5, the parry system and the avatar are really good (9.5/10), but I did not like the spells system and the companions.
    Story: 6

    In general it is a really good game with the main mechanics very well polished, but with too much customization and options (in terms of character leveling, spells system and all that stuff) for my taste.
    One of the main reasons I loved Sekiro (9.5/10 for me) was that you have 1 simple, yet balanced mechanic (parry) and 3 things you level up (HP, damage output and your left prothesis).    … Expand
  17. Peterian1201
    May 4, 2023
    10
    It was 10 with me. But I rated 0 'cause the mission "Uninhibited Heart" when I was finding the last man, Stupiddd Team Ninja. A great game with stupid glitch, so you deserve 0
  18. FangRu
    May 22, 2023
    9
    Bloodborne with Sekiro mechanics and Chinese story. There was only one hard boss and rest were easy so I definitely recommend this one for players who are too casual to play other soul-like games which are harder... Even platinum was easy in this game. Its like FromSoft game for noobs. Still great though especially if you need ego boost on harder ones. Overall 9/10 game.
  19. FreddyVenus
    May 22, 2023
    9
    I loved this game. Its like Sekiro meets Bloodborne except its Chinese history/folklore. Combat system aka Sekiro but with RPG system leveling but quite original one. Gameplay is smooth. Voice acting (chinese) is spot on. Music is nice and graphics are great. I really enjoyed this one and ended it on platinum. 9/10 definitely recommend for those who thinks soulsgame are too hard cuz thereI loved this game. Its like Sekiro meets Bloodborne except its Chinese history/folklore. Combat system aka Sekiro but with RPG system leveling but quite original one. Gameplay is smooth. Voice acting (chinese) is spot on. Music is nice and graphics are great. I really enjoyed this one and ended it on platinum. 9/10 definitely recommend for those who thinks soulsgame are too hard cuz there are only like 3 hard bosses and rest was on 1st or 2nd try...… Expand
  20. Joao_bocaina
    May 28, 2023
    9
    O jogo é ótimo a proposta deixa o usuário escolher a imersão dos desafios O jogo possui tudo que um jogo precisa.Gameplay fluido.Bons gráficos.Fator replay e um multiplayer muito bom Essa pessoas que fica comparando o jogo que não mudo nada e dando nota baixas são pessoas que não gosta do genero e só quer derruba a nota do jogo
  21. Rin90
    Jul 19, 2023
    10
    Fantastic game!! works really well with the ps5 controller which really integrates you into the game.
  22. Harthik69
    Jul 9, 2023
    6
    okok kind of game and visuals but something is lacking thats why i dont want to play this agian
  23. PunPun11
    Aug 25, 2023
    8
    SOULS game, the game is very fun, the game is built in stages, each stage with a different design, the stages are varied and interesting, the gameplay is fun, challenging and well built. The game has many types of weapons and magic attacks [although not all of them are very effective] there are not enough clothing options and the character's gameplay style feels limited at timesSOULS game, the game is very fun, the game is built in stages, each stage with a different design, the stages are varied and interesting, the gameplay is fun, challenging and well built. The game has many types of weapons and magic attacks [although not all of them are very effective] there are not enough clothing options and the character's gameplay style feels limited at times [strengthening a certain type of magic also affects another element of the character that does not feel connected]… Expand
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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 74 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 59 out of 74
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 74
  3. Negative: 0 out of 74
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 23, 2024
    60
    Bosses are fast, aggressive, tough. They hit you two times and it's over. But they all have the same mechanics and just different timing. So inexperienced players may feel frustration, while for experienced souls it won't be major problem to get through the game without a scratch. [Issue#326]
  2. PLAY! Zine
    Apr 7, 2023
    75
    Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is a lovechild between Sekiro and Nioh games with some Chinese mythos and history sprinkled on the top. It is a truly great combat experience that is drawn back by somewhat convoluted storytelling, lackluster decisions to simplify magic and attributes and severe optimization problems. With that said, it is a really fun experience that any fan of the genre will surely love.
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  3. PLAY
    Apr 5, 2023
    90
    An evolution of Nioh 2, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is an action-packed ride through history and dark fantasy that stands out in a post-Elden Ring world. [Issue#26, p.88]
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