Way of the Samurai 4 on Steam - User reviews, Price & Information
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Way of the Samurai 4 takes place in the humble port town of Amihama during the mid 19th Century, several years after the arrival of the “black ships” from the West ended Japan’s long history of cultural isolation.
Way of the Samurai 4 is a action, jrpg and choose your own adventure game
developed by ACQUIRE Corp.
and published by Spike Chunsoft Co. and Ltd..
Released on July 23rd 2015 is available in English only on Windows.
It has received 1,879 reviews of which 1,493 were positive and 386 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. 😊
The game is currently priced at 4.59€ on Steam with a 80% discount.
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Windows
- OS *: Windows 7
- Processor: 2.13GHz Intel Core2 Duo or equivalent
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- Graphics: DirectX 9.0c compatible graphics card with 64Mb RAM and support for v3 shaders
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Storage: 7 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card
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I've been playing the WotS series since the first one on PS2 and to this day I have never found another game like it. The game has some quirks, there is no denying that, but the atmosphere and gameplay overcome any technical shortcomings from such a small development team. No other game has been meant to be replayed and experienced as much as WotS, much like one of those old Choose Your Own Adventure books, but you control all the action and story. Being able to interrupt cut-scenes is a neat addition for WotS4, so no two playthroughs will ever be the same. Just an FYI, this game will not work properly unless you install Nvidia PhysX (even if you have an AMD card like I do), copy all the dll files from the installation folder, and paste them into the WotS4 (or 3, if you bought that one as well) root folder. Once you do that it should run just fine. I also can play on my ultra-wide monitor, but it takes a little bit of patience playing around in the settings. Overall, if you like samurai sword fighting, choose your own adventure books, short games meant to be replayed over and over, roguelikes, or quirky japanese humor (foreigners say "WHHAHAAAAAAAA") you won't go wrong with Way of the Samurai 4.
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I don't get why this game is suddenly getting bad reviews. This is an old game by a small studio. Of course it's gonna be buggy! But I've managed to play through the game and get every ending multiple times, so it's not game-breaking. The port is crappy, yes, but the game is good.
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Before you buy this game in year 2024 and beyond, note that at time of writing, the game has technical issues. Some of the more severe issues can be resolved while others seemingly not. On a modern system, the game may not successfully launch out of the box (resolvable), and the game may crash when the "true ending" cutscene triggers (resolvable). Alt-tabbing may also cause the game to crash (don't do it). The frame rate is locked to 30 fps. You may need to fiddle with controller settings in Steam to a) get your controller recognized by the game, and b) have correct button assignment. Other than that the game has been rather stable, with "only" a few crashes from time to time. I suggest saving often just in case. I enjoyed the replayability of the game a lot back in year 2015, and I managed to squeeze more juice out of it nearly 10 years later by unlocking more accessories and story branches that you can probably never complete without a miracle or a guide. Sadly I felt that the final hidden branches were the least polished, and quite a bit more difficult than the normal branches just for the sake of being difficult. Side missions cease to be interesting eventually because they're all usually the same types of jobs, and there are so many of them, and so many more seemingly hidden ones. Collecting swords ceases to be interesting because you'll likely just find more of the same swords that you already have, and you need to do something about the ones you have because space is limited. Managing excess swords becomes boring because of the clunky user interface. For example, smelting swords is good for materials but you can only do one at a time, and you need to repeatedly navigate in the menu, select a sword to smelt and wait for it to finish (or skip the animations). Lots of repetitive actions require you to do them one at a time like this. Unlocking things is a big feature of the game but if you don't care about the hardships that come with it then you can just replay the game a few times for the story. It isn't a deep story at all, and the world is small, but there are humorous bits sprinkled all over the game that you may enjoy if you explore a little. You can expect to spend a lot of (maybe too much) time unlocking meaningless things, either until you're satisfied or you run out of steam like I did the first time I played the game. If only the technical issues could be fully resolved without any new content then I would wholeheartedly recommend this game at a price no more than $10 USD given its age of nearly 10 years. Since that seems unlikely, I can't recommend paying more than perhaps $5 USD. With some quality of life improvements then I would gladly bump up my recommendation and max price to $15 USD. Had it been 2015 again then perhaps I would have wanted to pay no more than $20 USD. Even with technical issues, I would still mildly recommend this game today at the right price.
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fun game but i think 3 is better , probably the best in the series . the people leaving bad reviews for the game saying its not working most likely haven't adjusted the processor affinity for steam in the task manager details area , im no expert but i think these old games dont like cores over 30 , ive dropped mine in the 20s to get rocksmith 2014 to run on my modern pc and i also had this game not work until i tried the same affinity trick and it worked . i hope this helps , the people leaving bad reviews have comments off so i cant help them
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Sharpened Steel: Branching Paths: Your choices throughout the game significantly impact the story, leading to multiple endings and replayability. Open World Exploration: Explore the town of Amihama, interact with its quirky residents, and take on various quests, fostering a sense of freedom. Multiple Combat Styles: Master different sword fighting styles to approach battles with variety, adding a layer of strategy to the combat. Whimsical Charm: The game embraces a unique blend of historical setting and lighthearted humor, making for a memorable experience. Blunted Blade: Low Production Values: The visuals and character models are not on par with modern games, which may be a turnoff for some players. Repetitive Combat: While multiple styles exist, the core combat mechanics can feel repetitive and button-mashy. Technical Issues: Some players report bugs and crashes that can disrupt gameplay. Questionable Content: The game features some elements of sexual humor and violence that might not be for everyone. Overall: Way of the Samurai 4 isn't a polished AAA title, but it offers a surprisingly engaging experience with its branching storylines, open world exploration, and quirky charm. However, the low production values, repetitive combat, and potential for technical issues might deter some players. Here's a suggested rating based on your preferences: For players who enjoy open-world exploration, branching narratives, and a touch of the absurd in a historical setting: 4 out of 5 stars For players who prioritize high production values, polished combat, and a more serious historical experience: 2 out of 5 stars Alternatives to Consider: Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice: A challenging and rewarding action RPG set in a fantastical interpretation of Japan's Sengoku period. (Paid) Ghost of Tsushima: An open-world samurai adventure with stunning visuals and a more serious story. (Paid) Kenshi: A sprawling open-world RPG with a focus on sandbox gameplay and base building, set in a post-apocalyptic world inspired by feudal Japan. (Paid) If you're looking for a unique and quirky samurai adventure with branching paths and replayability, Way of the Samurai 4 might be worth a try, especially for the budget price. Just be aware of the game's limitations in terms of visuals and combat. Way of the Samurai 1 will always be top-tier and near and dear to my heart.
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Way of the Samurai 4 is currently priced at 4.59€ on Steam.
Way of the Samurai 4 is currently available at a 80% discount. You can purchase it for 4.59€ on Steam.
Way of the Samurai 4 received 1,493 positive votes out of a total of 1,879 achieving a rating of 7.64.
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Way of the Samurai 4 was developed by ACQUIRE Corp. and published by Spike Chunsoft Co. and Ltd..
Way of the Samurai 4 is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Way of the Samurai 4 is not playable on MacOS.
Way of the Samurai 4 is not playable on Linux.
Way of the Samurai 4 is a single-player game.
There are 8 DLCs available for Way of the Samurai 4. Explore additional content available for Way of the Samurai 4 on Steam.
Way of the Samurai 4 does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
Way of the Samurai 4 does not support Steam Remote Play.
Way of the Samurai 4 is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
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Developer
ACQUIRE Corp.
Publisher
Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Release
23 Jul 2015
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