Onimusha: Warlords Remastered Reviews

Onimusha: Warlords Remastered is ranked in the 51st percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
Jan 15, 2019

Whether this release is testing the water for a return to the series, or it's just a dip into the library to throw out a release in January, Onimusha is one of Capcom's finest and least appreciated. Hopefully with this new version, creaky as it can be at times, the game (and franchise) finds some new fans. It would be great to have Onimusha and Nioh competing side by side to have the premier Japanese dark fantasy crown.

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9 / 10.0
Feb 3, 2019

Onimusha Warlords is a 18-year-old classic game which despite of being too outdated, is still enjoyable and can leave some unforgettable moments in players' memories. In other words, it still can engage gamers in its dark bloody world! In spite of the fact that Capcom didn't do much in order to modernize Onimusha Warlords, we recommend playing this game to both Onimusha fans and the newcomers.

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8.5 / 10.0
Jan 15, 2019

Capcom could have done more with Onimusha: Warlords, but they didn't screw it up (at least on PS4) and that's all they really needed to do. Given that I still play the original from time to time, I'd say I'm more than happy with a nip and a tuck here and there. Now we just need the full trilogy.

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8.5 / 10.0
Jan 15, 2019

A great return that makes us want a new iteration on this franchise.

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8.5 / 10.0
Jan 15, 2019

Onimusha: Warlords is a worthy remaster, and even though it feels rather short, the combat and exploration of such a claustrophobic world reminds you just how good it is.

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8.5 / 10.0
Jan 14, 2019

Onimusha: Warlords makes a welcome return and still remains one of the greatest samurai adventures of all time

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8.5 / 10.0
Jan 15, 2019

I’ll admit that I was already a big fan of the game after spending hours with it in my younger years, but I’m glad to report that Onimusha: Warlords Remastered still holds up well today. The combat is fun and surprisingly intricate, the world itself is fascinating to explore, whilst the visuals manage to hold up well despite being originally designed for the PlayStation 2 – it certainly won’t feel like you’re playing an eighteen-year old game. It has its flaws too though and some gamers might not tolerate the fixed camera angles or the amount of backtracking featured in the game, whilst there’s no denying it has moments that it can just generally feel a little bit clunky too. The pros of the game absolutely outweigh the cons though and with the low price-point of £15.99 you’d be a fool to miss out on Onimusha: Warlords Remastered. Not only is it a great way to experience a series that needs a SERIOUS revival, but it also just so happens to offer a thoroughly enjoyable demon-filled adventure in its own right too.

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8.4 / 10.0
Jan 15, 2019

I waited so many time to finally play an Onimusha game again. One of my most beloved series of all time which i have some of my best memories with, on PS2. Fortunately i must say that Capcom has done a great job on remastering quality of Onimusha Warlords and Technically, it is one the best remasters in this generation. After many years, Battle system and gameplay elements of Onimusha Warlords are still entertaining, challenging and fun. If you are looking for an amazing hack and slash in this generation, Onimusha Warlords Remastered is one of the best choices for you to play, even with some issues like camera problems. So either you play the original game or not, you must prepare yourself and Samanosuke to defeat Lord Nobunaga!

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Jan 15, 2019

While the story isn't out-of-this-world and the gameplay experience has some annoying flaws, Onimusha Warlords is, at the end of the day, a great game and a true classic that deserved to be brought to Xbox One.

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80 / 100
Jan 15, 2019

Onimusha: Warlords is a fun remaster for those who have not experienced the franchise.

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Drew Leachman
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Jan 23, 2019

This is actually a decent HD remaster. For a game that I played a ton of when I was 15, it was still fun to go back to with a new set of eyes and experiences under my belt.

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GameMAG
ACE
Top Critic
8 / 10
Mar 13, 2019

Onimusha: Warlords is a classic of the genre, which remains relevant even after almost two decades after the original release. Sadly, Capcom didn't bother to create a remake on the same level as Resident Evil 2, but the game is still good anyway. We recommend you to play it on the Switch in a portable mode.

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8 / 10
Jan 15, 2019

Back in 2001, when Onimusha Warlords first came out, it was a real step forward in the beat'em all genre. Eighteen years later, despite its laughable lenght, the joy of discovery remains the same, especially when it comes to its stunning art direction and the simpleness of its gameplay mechanics. Now, we can only hope for further adaptations of the Onimusha saga.

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8 / 10
Jan 15, 2019

Almost two decades on, Onimusha: Warlords lives again thanks to a handful of truly impactful changes.

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8 / 10.0
Jan 15, 2019

The current generation's release of the classic Onimusha: Warlords showcases how some features can truly stand the test of time.

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4 / 5.0
Jan 15, 2019

New players will get the full, unabridged experience at a decent price, while old fans should find this treasured classic is still just as fun to dive into as they remember.

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8 / 10.0
Jan 7, 2019

Onimusha: Warlords is short, and the remasted version doesn't expand any new playable content. But it does a good job in terms of improving graphics performance and control. What's more, even in 2019, the battle system is still gorgeous, and it definitely is a must-buy game for the fans.

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8 / 10.0
Jan 15, 2019

Revisiting Onimusha: Warlords with this remastered release should be a treat for all fans of the original, while if you've never played it before, it's also an excellent opportunity to experience a classic action title that has aged surprisingly well.

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Valthiel
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Jan 15, 2019

After 18 years, Onimusha: Warlods is still an awesome game to play. It isn't the best remastered ever, with just few adjustment and no real innovations.

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8 / 10.0
Jan 15, 2019

I honestly did enjoy my time with Onimusha: Warlords, so much so that part of me wishes that I could have played through the franchise when I was younger, perhaps I may have been more tolerant for the control scheme.

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