Dynasty Warriors 9 Empires

 Switch
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 8
  3. Negative: 2 out of 8
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  1. Impulsegamer
    Feb 21, 2022
    66
    Dynasty Warriors 9: Empires, while sporting enjoyable combat and lots of content, is unfortunately bogged down by a myriad of horrible technical issues and repetitive level designs.
  2. Switch Player
    Mar 2, 2022
    60
    Dynasty Warriors 9 Empires adds a satisfying strategic element to the Musou formula, helping to make each strike on the battlefield more meaningful. However, poor performance and a hefty price tag make it difficult to recommend on Switch hardware.
  3. NintendoWorldReport
    Feb 14, 2022
    60
    If you can laser focus on the strategy elements, and maybe favor diplomacy over direct conflict, there is a playable though still rough experience here. But if you’re looking for satisfying Warriors combat, there are plenty of better options already on Switch.
  5. Nintenderos
    Feb 27, 2022
    57
    A long-awaited launch for lovers of the saga, which continues betting on fun as opposed to graphic quality. This is a cost that some players will not be willing to pay and it will be understandable. But those who do pay for it will find a good amount of content and entertainment in this Switch version.
  6. Universo Nintendo
    Mar 5, 2022
    55
    Dynasty Warriors 9: Empires had everything to correct the main issues from the non-Empires version, however, it has not only failed at that but also managed to come packed with new issues. Whether you are a musou or a Dynasty Warriors fan, there are better options available on the Nintendo Switch.
  7. TouchArcade
    Feb 22, 2022
    50
    Combine the game itself feeling somewhat undercooked in terms of modes and features and the atrocious technical performance, and you have a rather bitter pill for any Switch-owning Dynasty Warriors fans that choose to swallow it. I won’t say you can’t mine some enjoyment out of this version of the game, but you’re going to have to be more forgiving than you’ve had to be with any prior Warriors game on the platform.
  8. The Mako Reactor
    Feb 14, 2022
    40
    Dynasty Warriors 9 Empires is already a cutdown release compared to the base game, but the Nintendo Switch version is definitely not worth your time and money in its current state. You’re better off buying Fire Emblem Warriors, Dynasty Warriors 8: Xtreme Legends Definitive Edition, and Samurai Warriors 5 if you want a musou to play on the go.
  9. Nintendo Life
    Feb 14, 2022
    40
    Dynasty Warriors 9: Empires is a poor Switch port of a disappointing entry in the long-running spin-off series. This is a hugely downgraded version of the game, with seriously dialled-back visuals failing to put a stop to consistent frame rate issues during the heat of battle. With a lack of gameplay modes, zero multiplayer options, terrible AI and cosmetic customisation options gone AWOL at launch — Koei Tecmo choosing instead to go the DLC route — this is a truly lacklustre package, a bargain bin affair with a premium price tag, and a Dynasty Warriors game you can feel quite comfortable skipping entirely.

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9.4

Universal acclaim- based on 201 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 187 out of 201
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 201
  3. Negative: 13 out of 201
  1. psan
    Apr 27, 2022
    10
    I love this game so much I am playing this on the train every day I go to work. It even works really well for a short burst of exciting funI love this game so much I am playing this on the train every day I go to work. It even works really well for a short burst of exciting fun time during the transit from 30 mins to 1 hours. Then play it on the big screen to enjoy the stunning graphics and amazing character models when I got home. Perfect game for the Switch!… Full Review »
  2. meowl
    May 9, 2022
    10
    Totally entertained for months now. This is the kind of game that just keeps getting better and better the more you play, after months I amTotally entertained for months now. This is the kind of game that just keeps getting better and better the more you play, after months I am still in awe and want to explore more. Action and historical game don't get better than this!… Full Review »
  3. Nintenfanb
    Jun 14, 2022
    10
    I really wasn't expecting much but this game really surprised me in a great way. Just super fun and super cool, period.
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