Product Overview
- Product Name: Samurai Warriors
- New or Used: Used
- In Case or Loose: In Case
- Overall Condition: Good
- Disc Condition: No scratches / Scratch free
- Notes:
Photos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.
What's Included
- PS2 Game Disc: Yes
- Disc Count: 1
- Manual / Instructions: No
- Case Artwork: Yes
- Case Type: Aftermarket replacement*
- Extras:
Game Description
Samurai Warriors brings the action-packed formula of Koei’s Dynasty Warriors franchise to feudal Japan, delivering massive hack-and-slash battles on the PlayStation 2. Set during the Sengoku era, players step into the roles of legendary warlords and samurai such as Nobunaga Oda, Yukimura Sanada, and Hattori Hanzō, fighting through waves of enemy soldiers on sprawling battlefields. The game blends historical drama with fast-paced combat, allowing you to carve a path through hundreds of foes while shaping the fate of Japan.
Developed by Omega Force and published by KOEI in 2004, Samurai Warriors introduced new combat mechanics, darker storytelling, and fresh tactical elements compared to its Chinese counterpart, Dynasty Warriors. Each stage recreates major battles from Japan’s Warring States period, combining hack-and-slash action with mission objectives that demand quick reflexes and strategic choices. Its cinematic presentation and larger-than-life heroes made it an essential addition to the Musou genre.
Known for its unique mix of historical authenticity and over-the-top action, Samurai Warriors carved out its own identity while spawning a successful sub-series of sequels and spin-offs. For fans of Japanese history and collectors of the PS2 library, it remains one of the most important titles to explore Koei’s signature formula in a new cultural setting.
Gameplay Features
- Hack-and-slash combat against massive armies in large-scale battlefield settings
- Play as iconic samurai and warlords including Nobunaga Oda and Yukimura Sanada
- Mission-based objectives add strategy and urgency to every battle
- Character progression with unlockable abilities, skills, and upgraded weapons
- Cinematic cutscenes emphasize drama and historical storytelling
- A fresh Japanese Sengoku-era setting that differentiates it from Dynasty Warriors
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Samurai Warriors was the first major spin-off from the Dynasty Warriors series, adapting the Musou formula to Japan’s Warring States period. While its gameplay retained the core hack-and-slash DNA, its darker tone and historically grounded storylines gave it a unique flavor that resonated with fans worldwide.
The game’s success led to an entire Samurai Warriors franchise, including sequels, handheld versions, and crossover titles such as Warriors Orochi. For collectors, the original PS2 release holds a special place as the debut entry in the series, marking the expansion of Koei’s Musou empire beyond China and into the storied battlegrounds of Japan.
Additional Details
- Variant: Black Label
- Genre: Action Adventure
- Year Released: 2004
- Publisher: KOEI
- Developer: Omega Force
- ESRB Rating: T - Teen
- UPC: 014633148152
- SKU: 11060
- Format: Sony PlayStation 2 (PS2) video game disc
- Platform: Sony PlayStation 2 console (PS2 system)
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
Important Information
- *Used cases may be replaced with a new aftermarket one if damaged. Listing above indicates if it's "OEM/Original" or "Aftermarket." Aftermarket cases typically differ in color &/or build quality from original PS2 cases. (See photos)
- Any online features (multiplayer, DLC, patches) may no longer be supported.
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