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Neptunia x Senran Kagura: Ninja Wars
Released On: Apr 19, 2022
65
8.0
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Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 16 Critic Reviews
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6% Positive
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94% Mixed
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0% Negative
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Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 16 Critic Reviews
65
6% Positive
1 Review
1 Review
94% Mixed
15 Reviews
15 Reviews
0% Negative
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
Working with a clearly limited budget, Tamsoft has focused on delivering a tight action-combat system, while also relying on the fan service of both Senran Kagura and Hyperdimension Neptunia to see it through. It’s a good couple of hours of genuine fun, with the requisite bath scenes, humour and familiar characters to meet and fight. You can’t help but think that both properties could have grown to become more than this, but taking as it is, it’s still entertaining nonsense, with a heavy emphasis on the “entertaining”. I play enough serious games that require deep analysis, this kind of thing is my ideal break time between them.
Neptunia x SENRAN KAGURA: Ninja Wars doesn’t have much meat on the plate in most respects. There isn’t much depth to the action, and it’s over pretty quickly by the standards of Senran Kagura and especially Neptunia. The only area where it really goes beyond adequate is in the charming character interactions and amusing script. It would be nice if there was a little bit more here to enjoy, but I think for the fans of the brands, it’s enough. Those not already invested in either series will want to give this a pass, however.
User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 10 User Ratings
8.0
80% Positive
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8 Ratings
10% Mixed
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1 Rating
User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 10 User Ratings
8.0
80% Positive
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8 Ratings
10% Mixed
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1 Rating
10% Negative
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1 Rating
4 years passed without a new installment of a Senran Kagura for the Nintendo Switch and 7 years without a game of the hack and slash genre, the last being Deep Crimson. Years of not receiving a game for Nintendo, and seeing how it was censored on the Playstation. A new installment has finally arrived, even if it is a crossover for the hybrid console.
Although the game does not support the graphic capacity that the PS4 supports, it came out decently and playable for the Switch. Although there are parts that you have to wait a long time, although you can skip parts, but it doesn't make sense if you want to follow the story.
I recommend the game better on the Switch than on the PS4 by far and for all the bad things Sony did with this beautiful franchise. Although if you want graphic quality and things that the Switch has (uncensored), then wait for it on the PC. Now, about Playstation for the damage it did to the Senran Kagura saga, neither forgetting nor forgiveness.
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Nintendo Switch
An endearingly fun, slightly janky game. Never played a Neptunia title, but have finished a few Senran Kagura games. This had a ridiculous story which didn't take itself seriously and had some funny dialogue. The action parts were basic but generally a lot of fun - I enjoyed them more than the basic Senran Kagura experience tbh. I liked the tag team mechanic. Fanservice was never too extreme or intrusive. Recommended if you're into weirder titles.
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Nintendo Switch
In some ways, Neptunia x Senran Kagura: Ninja Wars is a little disappointing: a mash-up like this should aim a lot higher than what this one does. But missed opportunities aside, Ninja Wars is an enjoyable enough game, with characters that are as lovable as ever, a hefty dose of the humour that both series thrive on, and some downright hilarious moments where they collide. It may not be the dream collaboration it should be, but Ninja Wars is still a worthwhile outing for any Neptunia or Senran Kagura fan, especially with the convenience of a Switch version.
There’s nothing inherently wrong with it, but like any game like this, it gets old before too long.
Neptunia x Senran Kagura: Ninja Wars looks ambitious and indeed sets high expectations under the form of a platforming hack and slash that looks good and can rightfully boast about its comical dialogues. Where Ninja Wars falls short though is in fulfilling all its ambition, and the game's disappointing lifespan and feeling of repetitiveness make this an effort that could have gone much further but which doesn't achieve what its expectations set out.
Neptunia x Senran Kagura: Ninja Wars is a solid, fun hack-and-slash that doesn’t take too long to finish and looks gorgeous while you’re playing it, but it never reaches the heights of some of the classics from either franchise. What's here feels polished, but a lack of extra modes and features will be disappointing to fans of both series. Still, the game's charm lies in the Neptunia and Senran Kagura characters and their interactions, with writing that delivers great, unexpected punchlines that help give the game some focus. If you are a fan of either series, this is definitely worth playing despite its lack of depth. It just might be one to wait for a sale before picking up.
There is so much potential in a crossover between the Neptunia and Senran Kagura series that it’s a real disappointment this is the best Tamsoft, Compile Heart, and Idea Factory have to offer. What should have been a celebration of two niche franchises that have defied the odds (and critics) to succeed in this industry is instead yet another forgettable spinoff for two series that have already seen their fair share of forgettable spinoffs. Both franchises deserve better, and quite frankly, so do the fans who have done their part to keep them going.
Neptunia x Senran Kagura Nijnja Wars is an extremely mediocre hack and slash Action RPG that lacks the soul and charm of both of the franchises this game contains. I don't know why the user score of this game is an 8.2 when it's not good enough for that. At best it's a 6-7 out of 10 and at worst it's a 5. Reused assets up the wazoo, repetitive mission structure, bland combat and uninteresting story hurt any value the game might've had: if you have to get this game, get it on a deep sale. It's not worth $50. The game is cheaply made on a shoe-string budget and it shows. Music is ok but really forgettable, the voicing is alright but lack of an English Dub might be a turn-off for some (like myself) people due to the comedic nature of the game. The Switch Version is the worse one due to the weaker hardware, meaning more slowdown and issues compared to the PS4 and PC Versions.
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Nintendo Switch
Disappointing amount of fanservice. No transformations, no clothing break, and slower-paced than other Senran Kagura games.
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Nintendo Switch
Summary Gamninjustri - a place where all manner of ninjas gather. As the struggle for control increased between the daimyos of the nations, tensions Rose between the two great nations, each of which was home to One of the major schools of martial arts. The compa style which has mastered the Ninja arts based on the command technique. The honeypa ...
Rated T
for Teen
Platforms:
- PlayStation 4
- Nintendo Switch
- PC
Initial Release Date: Apr 19, 2022
Developer:
- Tamsoft
Publisher: Idea Factory
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