I’ve got a soft spot in my heart for a specific niche genre of games. I’m talking about games such as Dynasty Warriors and various other Tecmo Koei spin-offs, that are sheer-number crunching exercises in mass murder as you face hordes of enemies. I always find them fun, which is why I’m probably keen on getting Warriors Orochi 3 Ultimate. And not because of the sexy outfits. Nope, no way, nuh uh.
Because going head to head with what could possibly be one of the biggest game launches of the year in the form of Destiny sounds like a grand idea, the next all you can slay game in the Warriors Orochi series will launch on September 5. Good luck Tecmo Koei. Anyway, if this has your interest, then here’s what you can expect to find in that game according to a press release that I copied and pasted from below:
One Warrior against a Thousand Battles
Densely populated battlefields with up to 100 enemies on screen, each with progressive AI add to the exhilarating battle, amplified by new moves including Aerial Special attacks, Triple Rush (a system which allows the player the ability to switch between individual characters or unleash attacks as a party of 3 and True Musou Burst, the powerful finishing move executable by up to 6 characters.
New and Crossover characters
The legion of warriors is larger than ever with 145 playable characters including the introduction of Abe Seimei and Shennong, just 2 of 9 that are new to the series, cameos include Xu Shu from the Dynasty Warriors franchise and Rachel from NINJA GAIDEN Sigma 2 with more to be announced including the Atelier and Samurai Warriors series.
Captivating Lands and Stages
Lands and battlefields are dramatically rendered drawing from the dark, sinister imagery in the OROCHI series totaling 51 distinct stages with cross-over stages melding universes including Atelier, Dynasty Warriors, Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 and Samurai Warriors, furthermore, Musuo Battlefields allow for customization including character models and battle cries.
The mythology of the Orochi universe expands
A new main storyline brings the heroes together again after the death of the Demon Snake as they are called upon by a mysterious stone to return to the chaotic din of battle. Additionally, new side stories provide a multitude of new scenarios and uncover secrets, the story extends with the ability to battle from a different point of view or even “what if” hypothetical stages that exist in a parallel world.
Gameplay modes
Adding to both Online and Offline competition, new modes include Duel Mode, a fusion of team battles (up to 3 vs 3) and card battles, Craft Weapons function to alchemy even more powerful weapons, Officer Requesting and Summoning, Formation Skills and Dragon Portals that can be used to escape the battlefields, weaken enemies or recover party members Life Gauge.
Share experiences Online
PS4 system players will be able to capture screenshots and live stream, share and see live comments which can impact either players’ games or co-op in Story mode, Free Mode and the new Gauntlet Mode.
Cross-Play and Cross Save functionality
Co-op, data sharing and saving, and save data is now possible between PS3™ system, PS4 system and PS Vita system versions, including save data importing of the original Warriors Orochi 3 on PlayStation 3.
Honestly, I’m just in it for the Soul Caliber and Ninja Gaiden characters. And skimpy outfits. But at least I’m honest about it, which should count for something. I hope.
Last Updated: June 30, 2014
Liquid Kaz (Umar)
June 30, 2014 at 13:36
I’m 100 percent sure that first image is from Atelier Meruru
Kensei Seraph
June 30, 2014 at 13:39
She could be Kasumi from DOA.
http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120606094310/deadoralive/images/7/71/DOA5_Kasumi_Render.png
Liquid Kaz (Umar)
June 30, 2014 at 13:42
Talking about the screenshots. not the images of the characters. The first image from the screenshots is is from Atelier Meruru
The D
June 30, 2014 at 13:43
No idea to be honest. It’s actually from the box art that I cropped it from: http://image.noelshack.com/fichiers/2014/26/1403912125-warriors-orochi-3-ultimate-ps4.jpg
Liquid Kaz (Umar)
June 30, 2014 at 13:44
Talking about this one lol
http://imageslgmr.lazygamer.netdna-cdn.com/2014/06/WarriorsOrochi20.jpg
it’s in there with the screenshots
The D
June 30, 2014 at 13:50
Ooooooooooooooooooooooooooooh. I’ll see myself out then.
Kensei Seraph
June 30, 2014 at 13:44
I see.
The characters do fit the art style I’ve seen in Atelier games.
Liquid Kaz (Umar)
June 30, 2014 at 13:45
Yeah, it is though, it has the same UI as Meruru. I never forget a big sword
Kensei Seraph
June 30, 2014 at 13:46
http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130409024418/atelierseries/images/4/46/Atelier_Meruru_-_End_of_the_Duel.jpg
Liquid Kaz (Umar)
June 30, 2014 at 13:47
Have you played any games in the series?
Kensei Seraph
June 30, 2014 at 13:47
No, not yet.
Liquid Kaz (Umar)
June 30, 2014 at 13:47
Pretty good!You should try em out, they on PSN 🙂
Kensei Seraph
June 30, 2014 at 13:54
The PSN store seems to not work so well on PC.
I can’t find it and it doesn’t seem to have prices or a buy option.
Liquid Kaz (Umar)
June 30, 2014 at 13:55
You’re not on PSN? Can’t tell if sarc or not
Kensei Seraph
June 30, 2014 at 13:58
I can’t remember my login details.
Alien Emperor Trevor
June 30, 2014 at 13:38
There’s a Dynasty Warriors game on Steam. I watched the trailer because I didn’t know what it was… & I still don’t know. It looks like a point-with-weapons-&-shout-at people sim.
Liquid Kaz (Umar)
June 30, 2014 at 13:39
You basically run around a huge battlefield and kill thousands of enemies. Button masher but mindless fun
Kensei Seraph
June 30, 2014 at 13:38
The lady in the fourth image has a very large rifle.
Liquid Kaz (Umar)
June 30, 2014 at 13:41
Rachel from Ninja Gaiden. Love her!
Hammersteyn
June 30, 2014 at 13:53
No pink hair, no sale
Kensei Seraph
June 30, 2014 at 13:57
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Hammersteyn
June 30, 2014 at 14:07
SOLD!