Genma Onimusha

 Xbox
  • Publisher: Capcom
  • Release Date: Jan 28, 2002
User Score
8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 19 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 19
  3. Negative: 1 out of 19
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  1. NinjaM.
    Aug 23, 2003
    10
    Onimusha: Warlords was one of my favorite games on the Ps2 and now I finally picked up the X-Box copy andI have to say that I'm impressed . First, the game remains it's great atmosphere and graphics. Second, the gameplay has only been enhanced, with charging your weapon and the green souls, this will keep me going for months, if not years. Yes, they did raise the difficulty, Onimusha: Warlords was one of my favorite games on the Ps2 and now I finally picked up the X-Box copy andI have to say that I'm impressed . First, the game remains it's great atmosphere and graphics. Second, the gameplay has only been enhanced, with charging your weapon and the green souls, this will keep me going for months, if not years. Yes, they did raise the difficulty, making it even better, for me atleats. You can finally skips cut scenes which makes this game seem even better. There are a bit more extras you can unlock which will keep me going for weeks, if not months. The problem with this game, however, lies in the X-Box controller. The D-Pad on the X-Box is somewhat less than the PS2 one, making moving seem a bit harder. The controller, in fact, is so unconfortable for me to play Onimusha, that I almost gave this a 9, luckily the game was so awesome that I could forgive the bulky controller.… Expand
  2. shenkenhigh
    Nov 28, 2018
    10
    Oh gosh i was happy boy playing this masterpiece on my XBOX, xbox wasn't so popular here in Moscow Russia but i had it when i was 11-12yrs old. Beautiful portabilitty opportunities, nice graphics, and hell of a legendary game it was and still is! Onimusha series is definetly one of CAPCOM's best creations ever. Beautiful manly samurai story in Resident Evil style. Cheers!
  3. MichaelC.
    Oct 7, 2003
    6
    I am sort of perplexed. I can't figure out why people love this game so much. Yeah, the story is ok, the fighting is mildly amusing, and the graphics in the cut-scenes are exceptional, but look at all the flaws. The fixed camera angles drive me nuts. The characters have a ton of detail, but they are set against these boring backgrounds that look dead and never-changing. Evidently I am sort of perplexed. I can't figure out why people love this game so much. Yeah, the story is ok, the fighting is mildly amusing, and the graphics in the cut-scenes are exceptional, but look at all the flaws. The fixed camera angles drive me nuts. The characters have a ton of detail, but they are set against these boring backgrounds that look dead and never-changing. Evidently I'm in the minority, but I'm going to have to say pass on this one.… Expand
  4. BlueFalcon
    Apr 20, 2005
    9
    Overall this is one of my favorite xbox games. It was good on ps2, and this is a well crafted port. They changed the game up more than expected. But rather than new levels, they added new features and increased the difficulty. There's a new exceptionally scary enemy - it's reminiscent of the RE series. It turned out very well, but it's a little too tough near the start.
  5. EzagouriN.
    Jun 27, 2004
    7
    At first, I thought the game sucked! I mean, the dialogs are laughable and it can get very freaking hard and congusing! But, after a while I started to thoroughly enjoy it! A good game.
  6. Uter
    Dec 25, 2003
    7
    It's a nice port of a ps2 game, but i'm not sure i like the enhancements. enemies try to steal souls and when they do, they become freaking tough. it can be frustarating since enemies seem to have a better ability to get souls than you.
  7. Fabio199618
    Jun 10, 2022
    9
    I'll gladly recommend this to fans of the genre. It's really good. Graphics and frame rate are excellent, gameplay is tight (maybe a tad bit unforgiving) and the combat system is actually pretty good.

    One thing I simply can't forgive is the controls. Using the d-pad for the movement, with NO OPTION to map the analog stick is bull****.

    Still, a terrific game!
  8. frederik1478
    Jan 18, 2021
    10
    An amazing game always worth playing , Music is phenomenal you are gonna love hearing it all the way through it has some engaging an amazing heroic music , Gameplay is something I've not seen anywhere else it has taken controlled but it feels good and Always a way to avoid damage , Voice acting is just a The right amount of cheese so it feels amazing to listen to an hilarious , And XboxAn amazing game always worth playing , Music is phenomenal you are gonna love hearing it all the way through it has some engaging an amazing heroic music , Gameplay is something I've not seen anywhere else it has taken controlled but it feels good and Always a way to avoid damage , Voice acting is just a The right amount of cheese so it feels amazing to listen to an hilarious , And Xbox versions just make the original version better with more strategy and Tactics in your gameplay… Expand
  9. Imm0rtal
    Jan 24, 2019
    10
    This is everything one could expect from an upgrade of the original PS2 classic. A very well-rounded gem that feels complete and delivers on almost every front. Genma Onimusha remains a classic masterpiece in gaming that once tried and tested, can be sure to hold a special place in your heart.

Awards & Rankings

27
#27 Best Xbox Game of 2002
46
#46 Most Discussed Xbox Game of 2002
12
#12 Most Shared Xbox Game of 2002

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Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 27
  3. Negative: 0 out of 27
  1. Xbox Nation Magazine
    70
    Capcom also wrecked the balance of the gameplay, making it a much more frustrating affair. [Spring 2002, p.86]
  2. GameShark
    100
    Pay attention folks, THIS is how you make a "Special Edition."
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  3. Playboy
    90
    Seemingly hand-drawn backgrounds and marvelously manipulated characters leave surroundings oozing atmosphere from every pore...Macabre, yes, but magnificent as well.
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