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really good game with some flaws

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: March 24, 2004
Author: Amazon User

ok first of all the controls are in a word really bad
other than that on an epic scale this game gets a four for story line which is incredible by the way

Sean David reviews Onimusha:Warlords

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: December 14, 2004
Author: Amazon User

When I saw this, it looked like a Resident Evil-type game, only instead of zombies, there's demons and instead of guns, you use swords. I picked this up the other day and now I'm ready to give you, my loyal fans(if I have any), my opinion of Onimusha:Warlords. Now to start off, the graphics are a thing of beauty, even if the game's about 2 or 3 years old. Backgrounds are highly detailed, character models are stunning, and the CG intro is just nothing short of jaw-dropping. Music is pretty darn good too, but the English voice-acting is horrendous. I've set it to the Japanese acting instead of the English. Controls will take some getting used to unless you're a Resident Evil veteran. Once you get the control scheme down pat, it's all gravy from there. Only other complaint is game length, camera issues(like every single Capcom survival horror game) and English acting. I will mention that Onimusha does do a few things better than most games of this particular genre do(save for Devil May Cry). One is you can block attacks, death stab an enemy once it's down, and the swords are fun to use. I know this is a reletively short review, but it's a reletively short game. Overall, I still give it a 4 out of 5. This is Sean David, signing off.

Until next time,
Semper Fi, Carry On.

Giving this a weak 3 stars

3 Rating: 3, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: February 07, 2006
Author: Amazon User

I bought this game and finished it recently. Not a big fan. There's a major reason there's a million copies of this game in the bargain bin of any used game store.

I've never played the Resident Evil games myself so I'm not used to the choppy control style and the lack of platforming (no jumping period). The cinematics were wonderful and dramatic. Whoever designed the visuals deserves a raise, but I HATE the controls. The worst thing about the control is that manuevering is a 2 step process instead of a more intuitive and efficient 1 step process.

For example, let's say you want your character to walk to the right. You must FIRST rotate him in the direction you want to go THEN press forward on the directional pad (this ain't an FPS). He rotates way too slow. They try and compensate for this by using another button to pull off a quick 180 turn, also your character will often automatically face the next enemy the AI thinks you will want to strike. When you're surrounded by three enemies, your disadvantage is compounded. Some may say this is challenging, I just call it what it is, crappy play control. Also, the fact that you can simply just tap the attack button and watch your character slice several enemies in sequence without doing anything else is not a plus in my book. I want a game that actually requires me to play it, not tap a button mindlessly. I think this exemplifies the meaning of the term "button mashing".

If you want an action packed and cinematically impressive hack-'em-up I highly recommend "God of War". [see my other reviews] The gameplay was loads better and just as impressive graphically if not moreso. Plus, you can jump, and there is a moderate amount of platforming thrown in for variety.

I was crazy to overlook this game!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: January 02, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I always figured Onimusha games were action type stuff. I'm a big survival horror nut, so when I heard about this game being that type of playing experience I figured I had to try it. At the price it goes for I had nothing to lose.
In short, this game is simply awesome. It is pretty (even for now), has a good story, is just plain fun, and pretty easy to control despite what some people have said. I pretty much tolerate games that don't have use of analog sticks (except RPGs), I hardly ever praise them. That said, I had hardly any problems adjusting to the control.
The only thing bad about this game is its shortness. I played through it in about 5-6 hours (counting cutscenes), but I had a blast.

Pretty good, overall

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: September 27, 2005
Author: Amazon User

I'm not a big fan of the archaic Resident Evil controls and gameplay, but Onimusha manages to utilize the control scheme for a faster paced action game with some adventure and puzzle elements. It's very satisfying, and if you can find it for the right price, it is certainly worth it. Some may complain about the length, so I don't recommend spending more than 10 dollars on the game.

Good Start, But Way Too Short

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: February 22, 2008
Author: Amazon User

"Onimusha: Warlords" must've blown people away back in 2001, but time has reared its ugly face on this first entry in a series that has spawned 3 sequels and 1 spinoff fighting game. In many ways, this action title reminds me of "ICO" --- throughly engaging and never dull, but it's over before you know it.

The gameplay is actually very easy to describe if you've played any of the "Resident Evil" games (besides "RE 4"). The player will use the D-Pad to navigate, while using 2 attack buttons to combat enemies. There are even some "RE"-type puzzles and presentation (fixed camera, each room has its own loadtime, documents, etc.). However, unlike Capcom's survival horror franchise, the controls ARE NOT clunky at all. This game is faster-paced, and instantly grabs your attention. There are very few stupid puzzles, and the weapons upgrades & item management is very simple. Even when the game switches characters, or if you're lost...you know that you're supposed to be stuck. "Onimusha" is a very user-friendly title.

"Onimusha" offers the choice of Japanese or Engligh language AND subtitles (a terrific feature). The story is either too simple or too vague, but what I gather is this: As Samanosuke, you once fought along with General Nobunaga until he is killed in combat. Then Nobunaga is soon resurrected by demons to take over the world, and it's up to you to kill him while rescuing a princess. Sadly, the story doesn't get much more detailed than that. This is almost like a Mario story with bloody hack-and-slash in Middle Age Japan.

The story is ultimately what brings "Onimusha: Warlords" down a notch, even though there's a lot to like about it. The combat is easy to master and never gets too complicated. The graphics still hold up well. The music is excellent, and the voice acting is equally strong. But gamers don't get a chance understand the world they're playing in. For a game involving civil war and the supernatural, "Onimusha" is very simple and feels very isolated.

In first paragraph, I compared this game to "ICO". It was deliberately vague about the story, and depended entirely on its gameplay. It featured a massive world and 2 characters you wanted to spend time with, even if you had no idea who they were. "ICO" remains an art-house indie title, and can be forgiven for its 6-hour length.
But "Onimusha" feels like a sucker-punch. We meet several characters who seem important, but are never fully explained. We're thrust into a story we learn only by reading journals. We battle supernatural forces who seem only to exist within the confines of a castle keep. We have much to excited about, but experience very little after only 5 hours. I don't mind games ending with loose ends. "God of War II", "Metal Gear Solid", and "Halo 2" are masterpieces. We didn't mind the ambiguous ending because we knew that an individual entry was a part of a larger universe.

I have yet to play the sequels to this game, and I do intend on purchasing them. But I urge gamers to be careful with this first installment. I paid $4 & Tax at a GameStop store, and I still felt a little jipped. "Onimusha: Warlords" is a solid action game with outstanding presentation. It's never boring and always fun. Just don't expect much after a few hours.

Back in 2001, I would've given "Onimusha: Warlords" (8.75 / 10)
But now it's 2008, and games have evolved. I say (8.25 / 10)

This game rocks

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: April 07, 2001
Author: Amazon User

This is the best ps2 game yet. Me and my 12 friends beat it each 12 times and still are addicted to the game. This was the very first game I got and my brother made fun of me for getting a long action game right away. He said I should get a game thats not that hard and you can just sit back and play. He looks like a full now considering he wont even let me play it. I think that you should get this game first when you get the ps2 because it will truly show you what the ps2 can do. With its great gameplay, graphics and storyline it will blow you away. It is worth $50.00. But buy a memory card, trust me you will get addicted to this game once you play it and get really far....so you'll need to save.

best game i ever played

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: December 25, 2001
Author: Amazon User

its the best adventure/killing game ever made. You go around and kill vicious creatures from dead. You get four swords and 3 armors .if you look at this reveiw buy the game

ITS legal murder but i liked it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: January 08, 2005
Author: Amazon User

when you had one of those hard days at work this the kind of game you come home too and just relieve stress,i know the puzzles sucks , but the game play is awesome yeaaaah!!! what can i say the graphics is beautiful and i will not comment on the character bad lip sync hey!!!!!!! i don't care , this game is fun violence plain and simple and i like that, sorry!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and some of the boss characters are great all in all this deserve a 4 stars laterzzzzzz...........

Great Game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 3
Date: March 20, 2001
Author: Amazon User

This really is one of the few great games out for the PS2. If you are a fan of the Resident Evil series then you will love this. The graphics are some of the best yet. Overall it is a great game.

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