Dynasty Warriors 8 Empires

 Xbox One
Metascore
58

Mixed or average reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 10
  3. Negative: 1 out of 10
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  1. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Mar 28, 2015
    80
    You can create your own general from scratch. [Apr 2015, p.79]
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  2. Gaming Nexus
    Mar 26, 2015
    70
    Fans may enjoy the fast-paced action and emphasis on character building, but everybody else will be left scratching their heads at the outdated graphics and repetitive gameplay.
  3. Impulsegamer
    Mar 9, 2015
    70
    Dynasty Warriors 8 Empires is a fun title on the XBox One but a little repetitive and is also showing its age.
  5. XGN
    Mar 4, 2015
    70
    Dynasty Warriors 8 Empires is the most complete Dynasty Warriors-game ever made. Unfortunately, the game looks awful on Xbox One and it's extremely outdated, which doesn't make it the game we've been waiting for.
  6. Worth Playing
    Mar 10, 2015
    60
    Dynasty Warriors 8: Empires breaks Omega Force's streak in releasing games that can change the minds of series critics. By reverting back to basics with so few modes, the title returns to something of a monotonous grind if you aren't playing as the kingdom leader.
  7. COGconnected
    Mar 13, 2015
    59
    The hack and slash side really can get repetitive while the strategy element is, for the unprepared, is downright scary.
  8. ZTGD
    Mar 12, 2015
    55
    Dynasty Warriors 8 Empires feels about as much of an afterthought as you can get. Nothing about this game feels evolutionary.
  9. X-ONE Magazine UK
    Apr 6, 2015
    50
    Sadly enough, the franchise is slipping. [Issue#122, p.73]
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  10. MondoXbox
    Mar 23, 2015
    50
    A false step for Omega Force, with a lacklustre technical production, bugs and modes scarcity.
  11. Gameblog.fr
    Mar 2, 2015
    30
    Koei didn't change a thing to the Dynasty formula, and it's a shame. It's also unacceptable that the game still suffers from the same technical issues that were already known. This episode is supposed to give a tactical dimension to the series, but it doesn't really gain any gameplay depth.

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#77 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2015

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User Score
7.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 21 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 21
  3. Negative: 4 out of 21
  1. Shadowfoot228
    Jul 15, 2015
    9
    This game does what it and it does well. It's a solid Musou combat well and it adds a fun Empire mode, and I can make my own Captain again!This game does what it and it does well. It's a solid Musou combat well and it adds a fun Empire mode, and I can make my own Captain again! Its been awhile since i could do that and there so much going on. Is it for everyone, no, but for those who it was made for, it's a solid and fun title. Worth at least a try.… Full Review »
  2. FlatlandPilgrim
    May 1, 2015
    7
    Would you like your time-traveling Cyborg Monk to ride into battle on the back of a panda, releasing relentless rage-combos with your GatlingWould you like your time-traveling Cyborg Monk to ride into battle on the back of a panda, releasing relentless rage-combos with your Gatling gun against thousands of anonymous soldier drones? If so, this game is for you. Dynasty Warriors 8: Empires is outdated, repetitive, weird, and buggy... but there is nothing else like it available for Xbox One. It can actually be pretty fun.

    The PS4 and PS Vita have gotten the lion's share of obscure / hardcore Japanese games and XONE owners have been left in the dust. With the customization options, RISK-like strategy, the layers of weapons, items, and stratagems... you can make DW8:Empires into something more than the sum of its parts. I have not been able to play online / co-op, but I imagine that might further increase the value of this game.    … Full Review »
  3. storygamer
    Sep 10, 2020
    6
    While the gameplay of Dynasty Warriors 8 Empires is classic, the graphics are very outdated. The fast hack n´slay action combined withWhile the gameplay of Dynasty Warriors 8 Empires is classic, the graphics are very outdated. The fast hack n´slay action combined with strategic moments and the cool character building system are satisfying. But in the end the game is very repetitive and the series seems a bit stuck. But Dynasty Warriors fans will have their fun.… Full Review »
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