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Samurai Warriors 4
By Koei Tecmo Holdings, released 1 Jan 2014
- Microsoft Windows
- PlayStation 3
- PlayStation Vita
- crowd-combat video game
What it is
Samurai Warriors 4 is a hack-and-slash crowd-combat game from Koei Tecmo Holdings, published by KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. The supplied store description focuses on Samurai Warriors 4-II, described as a tenth-anniversary series title. Naomasa Ii is playable for the first time in that title, and Story Mode shifts its focus to individual characters. Survival Mode returns, while the listed description also notes changes to action balance, cut-scenes, and character development systems. Steam features include single-player, multiplayer, co-op, and shared or split-screen co-op, alongside adjustable difficulty and gamepad recommendations. Keyboard-only play and play without timed input are also listed. Platforms in the supplied facts include Windows, PlayStation 3, and PlayStation Vita; the Steam platform listing specifies Windows. Its Steam genre is Action.
What players like, and what they don't
- Single-player and multiplayer are listed.
- Co-op and shared or split-screen co-op.
- Adjustable difficulty.
- Keyboard-only option is listed.
- Steam platform listing specifies Windows only.
- No online co-op detail is listed.
Who it suits
It suits players looking for character-focused action, crowd combat, and options for co-op or split-screen play.
Samurai Warriors 4 pairs action combat with character-focused Story Mode and a returning Survival Mode. Its listed multiplayer options include co-op and shared or split-screen co-op.
