The Warriors Series started out using ancient rulers of Japan, and this game continues that earlier concept. These ancient rulers might not have been as magical as they are in these games, but their might in battle was unrivaled. Seeing them battle it out is a sight to behold even though it might not be as unique as other games in the series. Warriors Orochi 4 Ultimate has a roster of over one hundred characters. The sheer vastness of the catalog is insurmountable. Warriors games are honestly some of the most playable games as players can always mix and match. Setting up dream battles is also fun, and with such a roster, this will lead to some great bouts.

This game has a full story for the player to take on. Players will battle through preset battles as they lead their warlords to take on Zeus and return home. The story is robust and has fights to take on. The player slowly adds to their roster, and finding more characters is always a pleasant experience. Players will take their warlords out onto the battlefield and take on waves of enemies. It’s necessary to fight smart and take out as many enemies as possible. Each warlord will have special attacks that are essential to taking out swathes of enemies. These attacks take time to charge but are always amazing to see in action.

Players will hack and slash their way through countless soldiers. They will take over bases and take down bosses too. This game is all about strategy and speedy assaults. Take too much time and lose points or even have the enemy escape. This game is one that players can play over and over as they increase their character levels. The higher the level, the higher the score, so feel free to retry levels that the player knows they can do better on.

Players guide teams of three, so there are countless squad combinations. Players will find gear to upgrade their heroes so any of the characters can be viable in battle. It’s all up to the player which characters they lead into battle. Choose whoever the player deems worthy and win battle after battle, it’s that simple. The game might seem like a chore as all Warriors games can eventually feel. There are so many warriors for the player to level and upgrade its understandable. This game has around One Hundred and Seventy different warlords for the player to control, so players are allowed to feel like they can’t complete it. It’s stunning to see such a roster, and even better when the player finds a trio of characters they do enjoy using.

This game also has an online multiplayer mode. This mode will send players after other players in hardcore battles. These players will have raised their warriors just right and will not be easy. After playing against computers, it is refreshing to take on actual players. This game also has tons of new content. The interface is clean and fresh, based on Warriors 3. There are new campaigns that help deepen the story and even new costumes. Players can use new skills and customize their characters Musou, or ultimate attack. While it may be a re-release, the definitive nature makes it a great purchase for new and old fans alike.

Warriors 4 Orochi Ultimate is a solid warriors game. It might not have super well-known characters like Hyrule Warriors, but players are sure to find favorites. This game tries to bridge the gap by teaching players about the warlords, so that makes it a little more interesting. Zeus has taken warlords to a different world will the player help them return home?

Disclaimer: A review key was provided