Genma Onimusha

by Capcom

Product Features

• Capcom
• Memory Unit
• XBOX
• Dolby

Product Details

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• ASIN: B00005V5MZ
• Item Weight: 5 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: August 7, 2006
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (52 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #17,465 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Tailored for hard-core gamers, Genma Onimusha is an enhanced version of the award-winning Onimusha Warlords and the ultimate action-packed adventure title to own on the Xbox.

The game takes place long ago in the days of darkness and magic. Strange things are occurring in a hillside castle surrounded by the warring chaos of power-hungry warlords. People are disappearing and the noble Princess Yuki fears for her future. One lone swordsman, Samanosuke, heeds the princess's call for help and rushes to her side, only to find she has mysteriously vanished. Outside the fortress walls, enemy troops are attacking the castle and now Samanosuke must stand by his vow to avenge the princess and defeat legions of demon warriors.

Product Description

Long Ago in the Days of Darkness and Magic.... In the Hillside castle...

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

21 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Superb Action Title Improved for Xbox, February 5, 2002

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D. White (Mid-Atlantic USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Genma Onimusha (Video Game)

Onimusha was and is a great game for the PS2. However, the staggering amount of improvements to this Xbox version--Genma Onimusha--now makes the original game nearly unplayable.

There is a new group of levels; some new (and very protective) armor that can be obtained by going through a very challenging Xbox-only area; rearranged secrets and objectives; 30 "bonus" Flourites to find versus only 20 in the original; and mildly improved graphics. The graphics upgrade is akin to Resident Evil 2 on DC vs. PS1--that is, primarily just sharper, anti-aliased character models and better lighting.

Now the really important changes! The new game has a new Green Soul component, which completely alters gameplay. Green Souls are actually fought over in tugs of war with enemies. If you win and collect 5 you can boost into temporary invincibility and recover some health. If any given enemy wins, they transform into a bloody red powerhouse.

Also, the magic power-up and sword systems are all improved upon and enhanced. Now, both sword and magic systems can be powered up to 3 more times to unleash increasingly impressive attacks. A level 3 lightning sword burst looks awesomely painful. Much strategy is involved too, as powering up requires dropping guard and holding the attack button down.

All these new elements really add up to a much more challenging, more strategic, and more exciting Onimusha. Don't let the PS2 and Resident Evil design origins fool you, this game is Xbox-worthy and also manages to make the Resident Evil design work in a high action title (something which many are dubious about until they play the game, myself once included).

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This overlooked Beauty is a Great Value at a used price!, July 9, 2002

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D. Baker (Atlanta, GA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Genma Onimusha (Video Game)

As fall 2002 nears, the Xbox is going to see an onslaught of incredible games. This holiday season is going to make non-xbox owners very envious. But before all of that occurs...
Take the time to look into Genma Onimusha. I have put about ten hours into this game and I am absolutely loving it. There is a touch of resident evil here with gorgeous backgrounds and superb character design, but the action is much faster paced and more satisfying.
The production values are extremely high with the music being some of the best video game music ever. The graphics and overall package really sweep you up into the samurai experience.
I've read that the Xbox version is harder and more complex than the PS2 version, but as I've never played it, this one seems great to me. The difficulty level is perfect with a few levels needing to be replayed but you always eventually get through.
The level ups are a lot of fun as you build up stones for a gauntlet on your arm that allows for magic attacks through your sword. Some heinously difficult level bosses can be smacked down with some upper level magic/sword attacks.
Add to this some very clever and original puzzle door locks and secret passageways and you have an awesome action game with plenty of fantastic art design and a thorougly in-depth experience.
Capcom needs to make a lot more of games like this!
If you can find Genma Onimusha at a used price I recommend you jump all over it.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Feudal Japan Samurai Adventure, April 26, 2002

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Michaelangelo (Houston, TX United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Genma Onimusha (Video Game)

No game library is complete without a Samurai-theme game. Genma Onimusha is THE title to nicely fill that void in the XBox library. Set in feudal Japan era, laced with some true history background, this Samurai adventure is fun and simple to play through; you will even uncover secrets of the military warlord genius Oda Nobunaga.

Graphics 8
Identical to the original PS2. XBox anti-alias function somewhat smoothens the general look fo the game. The artwork and design of the characters and background bring you to the Warring States period of Japan. The composition and color scheme of the graphics are so well done that it makes it a very nice game to look at and play.

Sound 8
The orchestrated scores by the Tokyo Symphony is perfect for the game, although it could be repetitive; still it captures the passion and spirit of a lone samurai warrior. I do enjoy the voice acting alot, cheesy or not.

Gameplay 8.5
Fun. Its easy to pick up and start playing. Different swords, and soul absorbing adds tremendous fun and strategy to a simple gameplay. Puzzles is not hard at all. The option to obtain a set of "ultimate" armor and sword is very nice. I need to emphasis that the game is not easy but not frustrating too. It is rewarding in a sense that it makes you feel like your skill is improving while advancing through the game. Did I mention it's fun?

Value 7
The problem with adventure games is that once you beat the game, you don't have the strong urge to play it again. Good adventure games however often have elements that make you want to play it again. Genma Onimusha has side quests and minigames that make this an above average adventure game.

Overall 8
I like the game. It is a memorable game. I am a sucker for Samurai theme games. I think it is a worthy purchase for people who does not own the PS2 version. Overall, this is an enjoyable game.