Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty

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  • Summary: Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty follows the dramatic, action-packed story of a nameless militia soldier fighting for survival in a dark fantasy version of the Later Han Dynasty where demons plague the Three Kingdoms. Players fight off deadly creatures and enemy soldiers using swordplay based on theWo Long: Fallen Dynasty follows the dramatic, action-packed story of a nameless militia soldier fighting for survival in a dark fantasy version of the Later Han Dynasty where demons plague the Three Kingdoms. Players fight off deadly creatures and enemy soldiers using swordplay based on the Chinese martial arts, attempting to overcome the odds by awakening the true power from within.… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 45 out of 55
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 55
  3. Negative: 0 out of 55
  1. Attack of the Fanboy
    Mar 2, 2023
    100
    The best way to describe how Wo Long feels is if you combined the visuals and swordplay of the Dynasty Warriors and Nioh games with a pinch of Sekiro. What then happens is that you have a game that is quite difficult, but oh-so-rewarding when you conquer the seemingly impossible.
  2. Twinfinite
    Mar 2, 2023
    90
    The blend of combat, RPG elements, platforming, and a much more serious and interesting narrative makes for an engaging romp through the ancient lands of China, and aside from some small AI hiccups and design choices, there really isn't much there to dampen my revitalized love for all things Romance of the Three Kingdoms. All hail the newest and most polished Soulslike to come out in a while.
  3. Gamer Escape
    Mar 2, 2023
    90
    Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is an impressive iteration for Team Ninja. It’s a more accessible title without sacrificing the challenge intrinsic to its success, it features one of the developer’s most satisfying combat systems to date, and it accomplishes this in levels that sport more verticality and exploration than ever before. It falters more than it probably should with regard to storytelling and graphical presentation—a somewhat consistent shortcoming in Team Ninja games—but it’s an exceptionally easy recommendation for anyone who enjoys more tasking action RPGs.
  4. IGN Spain
    Mar 2, 2023
    80
    Team Ninja shows its best side. In Wo Long there are still some of its common problems, but the result is a remarkable Soulslike.
  5. CGMagazine
    Mar 2, 2023
    80
    Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty doesn't reinvent the wheel, but what it does, it does right and continues Team Ninja's trend of delivering well-polished action games that reward their player base for sticking with it when things get tough.
  6. Checkpoint Gaming
    Mar 2, 2023
    80
    Team Ninja has created a challenging and engaging action game in a fantasy version of Three Kingdoms China. The combat mechanics are intuitive and all work together, making strategy and consideration of each next big boss fight vital. However, those same systems can be overly complex with a flurry of gauges, ranks, and stats to consider all at once. Even with a few difficulty spikes and balancing issues, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is still a fun adventure with creative bosses and exciting battles.
  7. VGC
    Mar 2, 2023
    60
    More of a side-step than an evolution from Nioh 2, Wo Long is inventive and an adventure worth taking even if it’s technically suspect on PS5, but won’t live massively long in the memory once you’ve slain your final boss.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 41
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 41
  3. Negative: 18 out of 41
  1. Kyokushin
    Mar 4, 2023
    10
    For al Nioh fans a hell yeah! Three kingdoms fan? Even more! Combat and customization take the main stage here that's for sure and while theFor al Nioh fans a hell yeah! Three kingdoms fan? Even more! Combat and customization take the main stage here that's for sure and while the story is pushed a little more to the back this game is a game of the year contender for me!… Expand
  2. kirska09
    Mar 5, 2023
    10
    Definitely one of the best action game ever. The game has very great stage design and enemy action design. At the very beginning, I am worriedDefinitely one of the best action game ever. The game has very great stage design and enemy action design. At the very beginning, I am worried about the action system is boring. But the enemy especially the boss design is so great and each boss is pretty awesome to learn and beat.… Expand
  4. bk101
    Mar 4, 2023
    9
    When you get the combat down this game is pretty fun. A bit easier than the souls games.
  5. SimonExMachina
    Mar 5, 2023
    6
    10+ hours in and so far I'm really not loving the game. It's OK but nowhere near the level of Nioh 1 & 2. Main takeaways:
    - combat can be fun    10+ hours in and so far I'm really not loving the game. It's OK but nowhere near the level of Nioh 1 & 2. Main takeaways:
    - combat can be fun but just like Sekiro - there's only one right way to play, not much room for different styles and builds.
    - boss fights are cool
    - presentation looks early PS4 era, worse than Nioh 1
    - story is pure trash - it's confusing / nonsensical, badly written and poorly acted
    - level design is bland and uninspired, with little in the way of worldbuilding or sense of discovery
    - there's a lot of loot and RPG mechanics, but most of it feels meaingless, with little impact on gameplay (no matter your build & gear it's a parry-counter game)

    It's still fun & exciting at times to fight in Wo Long but after Nioh 1 & 2 I expected much more from Team Ninja... and honestly can't they hire a good writter?    … Expand
  6. doomraven0
    Mar 5, 2023
    2
    Couldn't even make it past the character creation screen without being FORCED to choose pronouns. Shove your woke garbage, TN. Game looks meh anyway.
  7. Ofviewpoint
    Mar 5, 2023
    1
    I love the souls games from "From Software", there is a good balance of difficulty. The level design is great on those games.

    For this game,    I love the souls games from "From Software", there is a good balance of difficulty. The level design is great on those games.

    For this game, it is complete trash. Graphically, it is worst than Sekiro, a ps4 game that released 4 years ago. The difficulty is ridiculous and you can only play one way. Time Parry or get destroyed. The first boss after playing 30 min destroyes you. I am out. They need to learn from "from software"    … Expand
  8. AntonioDS94
    Mar 4, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Non comprate questo gioco. Questo gioco è realizzato da persone malate. Ho provato la demo definitiva un dungeon vuoto con nemici scemi ed una boss fight doppia da tutorial. Ritengo che sia un brutto inizio. Non è un gioco equilibrato. Non merita di essere comprato ho disinstallato. E giusto che sia presente una sfida. Ma ritengo che si merita un non classificabile come scala dei 10. Non lo comprerò mai e poi mai. Non insegna nulla questo gioco abusivo. Non è divertente non è il flop of the year. Ma merita uno 0 come voto. È stata una pessima demo. Solo una perdita di tempo. Giocate ad altro di più godibile. Spero che con Rise of Ronin la smettessero di realizzare questi finti Souls Like li chiamerei Hard Like i giochi del team Ninja. Spero che Rise of Ronin sia più equilibrato e preveda un esperienza più godibile più vecchia scuola negli open world ma un contesto che da molte soddisfazioni.… Expand

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