Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Reviews

Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is ranked in the 83rd percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
8 / 10
Mar 25, 2023

The latest game by Team Ninja may not be a full fledged AAA title by today's standards, but it throws everything it has into the gameplay and the final result can easily take us back to the good old days of Ninja Gaiden games. The future looks bright for Team Ninja and I'm super excited for their upcoming game, Rise of the Ronin.

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7.5 / 10.0
Mar 3, 2023

Nioh was Team Ninja’s take on the “Souls-like” genre and was pretty good at doing its own thing with it. Wo Long on the other hand is what you might call a “Sekiro-like” but it doesn’t set itself apart well enough from neither Sekiro, nor Nioh.

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8 / 10.0
Mar 12, 2023

Despite not fixing the downsides of their previous games, Team Ninja created a good souls-like with familiar gameplay and some cool fresh ideas. Wo Long is more accessible than most games in this genre, but at the same time it stays difficult enough and offers a good challenge.

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Mar 2, 2023

Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is a really majestic epic, and a stunning new interpretation of a book that has already been interpreted so many times in video games. It’s a compelling telling of the story, backed up with one of the fastest and most entertaining takes on Soulslike combat that we’ve seen to date. Just make sure you’ve got your energy drinks to hand. You’re going to need some serious focus thanks to the sheer speed and precision that this game demands.

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8 / 10.0
Mar 2, 2023

Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty follows in the footsteps of Nioh and manages to deliver an exciting Hardcore experience. There are some new Mechanics like Morale system, but at the end of the day, it uses the same structure as Nioh. That being said, unfortunately Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty has also inherited some structural issues from Nioh. From poor story and disappointing narrative to repetitive side missions. If you loved Nioh, you are going to have a blast playing Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, but don't forget that this game is far from perfect. It's enjoyable, but not flawless.

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TrueGaming
Top Critic
9.5 / 10.0
Mar 2, 2023

Team Ninja leaves its mark with Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty. The fast base leads to ferocious battles that are highly satisfying and addictive. Level designs and boss fights are unique and memorable, with a versatile set of side missions, a must-buy for fans of the genre.

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Saudi Gamer
Top Critic
9 / 10
Mar 2, 2023

Wo Long gave us everything we expected from Team Ninja, thrilling and challenging combat with one of the best boss fights ever made. If it wasn't for the technical issues and weird design choices, this would have been easily their best game

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9 / 10.0
Mar 2, 2023

Even though the infamous Nioh title absents in the Team Ninja's newest soulslike experience, there is no doubt that it possesses the very same qualities as its predecessors. Visceral and hardcore combat mechanics are used against the most horrific of demons. Our nameless hero will explore the chunks of a wonderful world inspired by the Romance of Three Kingdoms whilst trying to bring peace to a war-torn feudal China. This cryptically epic horse ride will surely confuse you, make you cry with rage and mostly teach you the art of parry timings'

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90 / 100
Mar 2, 2023

Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty doesn't try to reinvent Nioh's formula, but manages to bring together its main elements and make specific changes, which allow it to be enjoyed by different types of audiences. And even with a combat system that may feel random at times, it's still able to provide a great feeling when overcoming its challenges. The setting is excellent and its engaging storytelling makes the future of this new franchise very promising.

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8 / 10.0
Mar 2, 2023

Overall, I really enjoyed Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty. It's a distinctive game, and the morale mechanic changes how you approach combat. It suffers a bit from the world being less exciting than Sekiro's world, and the loot system feels a lot more stapled on than it was in Nioh, but those are both minor complaints. It's fresh enough that I didn't feel like I was playing Nioh 3, and it kept enough of the core mechanics that it retains its own flavor.

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GameGrin
Top Critic
8.5 / 10.0
Mar 2, 2023

Team Ninja's latest action RPG is equal parts challenging and exhilarating, with unique mechanics that help even the odds in even the toughest of battles. A perfect new addition to a genre already stacked with quality titles.

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6 / 10.0
Mar 8, 2023

Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty offers a mixed gaming experience. While it attempts to blend elements from the “Souls” genre with Team Ninja’s signature combat, it falls short in storytelling and gear management. The combat system shines as a highlight, offering a satisfying and challenging experience. However, the game’s repetitiveness, issues with progression, and lackluster story may deter some players. In the end, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty has its merits but also a fair share of rough edges, making it a title that will resonate more with fans of Team Ninja’s combat style than those seeking a seamless “Souls” experience.

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8.5 / 10.0
Mar 2, 2023

Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is a superbly fun action RPG that'll put your parry skills to the test. Throw in rewarding exploration and so many mechanics that it'll make your head spin and you're left with a wonderfully engaging full-fledged adventure.

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8 / 10.0
Mar 5, 2023

Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is a hard game, but it comes with a rewarding experience. While the game's narrative falls short in several areas, the gameplay more than makes up for it. Its intricate combat system and challenging boss battles will make you want to put in the time and effort to elevate your skill. Loot drops are rare, and the feeling of “I can't do this” was a constant throughout the game. But it's this feeling that kept me coming back for more. Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty doesn't hold your hand, and it's up to you to invest the time and get better at it.

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80%
Mar 13, 2023

Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is another remarkable Team Ninja production, which in my opinion, shouldn't be seen as a "sequel to NiOh", but as a different "fruit". Familiar, but different, just as Sekiro was different from Dark Souls. With that correlation in mind, the game is highly recommended to fans of the genre. For the rest, there's also the demo.

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9.5 / 10.0
Mar 2, 2023

Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is a top-notch time-efficient action RPG with exhilarating combat and vibrant cinematic sequences, both of which are a step up from the studio's past titles. However, forgettable boss battles and lackluster loot leave much to desire, preventing this from being Team Ninja's finest.

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Feb 23, 2024

A dark & brutal journey through a twisted Three Kingdoms China that likes to remind you of your place at every opportunity.

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78 / 100
Feb 24, 2024

Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is a good action RPG that can be a good starting point for beginners, offering convenience to players without sacrificing its brutal punishments. It also offers a good challenge for experienced players. Some of its success is marred by its weakness on the technical side.

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6.5 / 10.0
Mar 16, 2023

Wo Long: Fallen Dinasty is a title that with completely convinces. A wasted opportunity, despite the setting and the very inspired boss fights. Perhaps with proper improvement patches, and especially by fixing the framerate issue (which plagues, albeit less consistently, the big sister versions as well) the title could have a wide margin for improvement. And we, all things considered, really hope so.

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9 / 10
Mar 4, 2023

Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is a noticeable evolution of the Nioh series. The combat system is still fast but more focused on deflecting attacks. Apart from a few technical errors, this is an excellent action hardcore RPG that I recommend not only fans of this genre to try. The game is well-designed, especially its moral system.

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