Dynasty Warriors 6 Empires

 Xbox 360
User Score
7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 29 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 29
  3. Negative: 4 out of 29
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  1. MattM
    Jun 30, 2009
    8
    Despite this game being similar to other games in the series, I really enjoyed it. I really don't have a problem with the graphics issues and I liked the models and edit outfits more than previous dynasty warrior games. I played the game exclusively co-op with my bro and we would plan out strategies together so that probably made it more enjoyable for me. I don't even think the Despite this game being similar to other games in the series, I really enjoyed it. I really don't have a problem with the graphics issues and I liked the models and edit outfits more than previous dynasty warrior games. I played the game exclusively co-op with my bro and we would plan out strategies together so that probably made it more enjoyable for me. I don't even think the combat system is stale either with all the extra abilities it made it more in depth than I've ever seen it. I gotten a lot of enjoyment from this game despite the mediocre reviews it has been getting. Its a hack and slash at heart but delivers well on the strategy elements as a good strategy can win you a battle that you would otherwise lose by far.… Expand
  2. GrantR.
    Aug 26, 2009
    8
    This is a solid game for me. First off though, I gotta do a short rant. I see critics who heavily penalize this game for repetitive gameplay, which is fair enough, but then I see the critics bashing this game for being too similar to past iterations--that is where I draw the line. Why? Well, I look up these same critics' reviews of Halo 3, Madden, and other mainstream franchises,This is a solid game for me. First off though, I gotta do a short rant. I see critics who heavily penalize this game for repetitive gameplay, which is fair enough, but then I see the critics bashing this game for being too similar to past iterations--that is where I draw the line. Why? Well, I look up these same critics' reviews of Halo 3, Madden, and other mainstream franchises, and there are glowing reviews with no mention of being too similar to earlier games. I owned all 3 Halos at one point and each one is just a shinier version o the last...actually I believe that the gameplay regressed towards Halo 3 in favor of gilding. Don't get me started on Madden. I guess what I'm trying to say is that most critics, including myself, are hypocrites and one should not base their decision on an arbitrary number. Use critic reviews as a description of the game, not a judgment. Oh, and about DW6. I plays a lot like a combination of 5: Xtreme legends and Empires. It's fun and the English dubs are hilarious at times. Also, it gets FREE DLC, even on the XBL Marketplace, and it's budget priced at $40 ($35 or less used).… Expand
  3. AdamB.
    Aug 7, 2009
    8
    DW6:Empires is a fairly enjoyable entry to the series; the Empires games have always been some of the best Warriors games due to the strategy layer and customization features. While the game is mostly solid, the ways it improves on DW5:Empires are offset by the ways it gets things wrong. For example, the upgrade system is unintuitive, the difficulty is much higher, the lack of combos is DW6:Empires is a fairly enjoyable entry to the series; the Empires games have always been some of the best Warriors games due to the strategy layer and customization features. While the game is mostly solid, the ways it improves on DW5:Empires are offset by the ways it gets things wrong. For example, the upgrade system is unintuitive, the difficulty is much higher, the lack of combos is jarring (you can basically just hit X forever), and some elements that were polished in earlier games are now broken (like selecting from a list of 200 music tracks but without an audio preview). Still, the graphics, sound, customization, and presentation are overall more improved, and the game is worth checking out for fans of the series. If you dislike the Warriors games, it probably won't change your opinion.… Expand
  4. scoutk
    Jun 23, 2009
    9
    Its a pretty good game with lots of actions to do whatever you want.
  5. ThisGuy
    Jun 25, 2009
    0
    Note to Metacritic staff: The GamePro reviews of this game (both Xbox and PS3) have been pulled. You can verify this by following the "Read Full Review" links, which now redirect to the GamePro site's top page. Perhaps these reviews should be removed from the Metacritic rankings? This comment need not be posted to the site.
  6. codys
    Jun 27, 2009
    8
    DW6:E is a fun, and addictive game. Especially for fans of the series like me. There are only a couple mistakes in the game that i have seen. But considering there is no online game play, the game is a must buy for fans of DW series. With the new strategies and features of the game like the new weapons, custom characters, ect.. its rating leads up to an 8.5 for me.
  7. WilliamA
    Jun 28, 2009
    6
    Its more or less the same from the last empires game which is not really bad for dynasty warriors, this installment includes a way more detailed edit mode that kept me entertained with my own characters that would rule china but the confusion in 2 player and the drop of free mode and lack of online capabilities disappointed me. But other than that i am very much addicted to it.

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Metascore
59

Mixed or average reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 24
  3. Negative: 3 out of 24
  1. GamePro
    80
    Endless variations on battles and the ability to customize characters make this game a good value for serious fans. People looking for less involvement and hack-and-slash may want to rent or avoid this title altogether.
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  2. TeamXbox
    71
    For fans of the Warriors series, DW6:E falls right in line with giving the hardcore followers of Omega Force exactly what they want. For general action/strategy fans, DW6:E marks a solid step forward in creating a more consumable form of the Warriors universe.
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  3. Destructoid
    80
    It's been a while since a Dynasty Warriors game was this addictive, and that's a huge bonus. While established fans will find the game to be incredibly fun, it's highly doubtful that longtime DW haters will be drawn into the series by this new one. Definitely a worthy purchase for those that like Koei's work.
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