Expeditions: Samurai Review Summary
Last updated: 2026-08-08
- Combat system is fun
- Dialogue is well written
- Storytelling is efficient
- Setting is appealing
- Art style widely disliked
- Inferior to Expeditions Rome
Emotions
Archetypes
- Sample precision
- Helpful reviews
- 83%
- Unhelpful reviews
- 17%
- Protest reviews
- 0%
- 40%Helpful reviews with positive sentiment
- 60%Helpful reviews with negative sentiment
- Positive points
- 80
- Negative points
- 127
- Gameplay points
- 74
- Perf. points
- 9
- Rec. points
- 22
- Misc points
- 81
| Point | Description | Importance |
|---|---|---|
Combat system is fun
| Multiple reviewers praise the combat system, highlighting its enjoyable mechanics, satisfying feel, and good flow. The tactical turn-based combat is described as excellent and readable, with great depth. | 68% |
Dialogue is well written
| Dialogue is well-written and engaging, with fully voiced lines that are beautifully done for most characters. The dialogue system is well-implemented, with companion reactions based on traits, and conversations carry real weight. | 54% |
Storytelling is efficient
| Storytelling is efficient and good, with a promising story that has a good setup and an intriguing opening. The narrative is engaging so far, with well-written dialogue and exciting choices. | 51% |
Setting is appealing
| The game's setting is highly appealing, with reviewers noting the intriguing Edo period, full of violence, conflict, and intrigue, and the concept of a stranger in a foreign land. The cool setting and map design are also praised. | 45% |
Characters are entertaining
| Characters are considered entertaining and more interesting than expected, with companions being a highlight. Reviewers find them easily recognizable and understandable, and the character animations are improved. | 45% |
Game is very fun
| Overall, the game is considered very fun and enjoyable, with engaging gameplay that is quick to learn. Several reviews mention the game being entertaining and satisfying. | 41% |
Feels like Expeditions: Rome
| Reviewers note the game feels familiar to Expeditions: Rome in a good way, retaining the great tactical gameplay and strategy. Fans of the franchise are eager to play, and it satisfies the Expeditions itch. | 38% |
Battle system improved
| The battle system is well-received and improved from Expeditions: Rome, with combat being polished and more RPG-like. This enhancement adds tactical depth and makes fights complex and fun. | 26% |
Has player choice consequences
| The game features consequences for player actions, with decisions coming frequently and unpredictable outcomes. This makes choices exciting and gives weight to conversations, enhancing the RPG experience. | 25% |
Combat animations are satisfying
| Combat animations are specifically praised as good and satisfying, contributing to the overall enjoyable combat experience. The animations enhance the feel of the battles. | 19% |
Great tactical depth
| There is a good level of tactical depth available, and the tactical turn-based combat is excellent and very readable. The combat is well-received and engaging. | 19% |
Progression is more complex
| The progression system is more complex and RPG-like, allowing freedom in character building despite the class system. This adds depth to the gameplay. | 19% |
Many voiced dialogues
| All dialogues are fully and quality voiced, which enhances the immersion and overall experience. Voice acting is beautifully done for most characters, including NPCs and merchants. | 19% |
Great launch price
| The launch price is excellent, making the game worth buying, especially for fans of previous games. It is considered a good deal. | 18% |
Co-op support praised
| Co-op support from the beginning is praised, adding value to the game. This is a feature that enhances the multiplayer experience. | 11% |