Usagi Yojimbo: Way of the Ronin Reviews

Simple, straight forward slasher side scrolling action!

Not bad, but I would only recommend for big time fans of the comic. Everything is generic except for the comic book theme.

Clearly this probably one of the most shortest games I ever played and is that a bad thing? Not really especially if I can do it in one sitting. If you're a comic book lover, you'll like Usagi Yojimbo, or if you're into something really quick..you'll like it all the more. It has NO achievements so truly, it's nothing more than a score attack game with a good story following. I'm hoping they do make a sequel with a bit more of a challenge since this game was good but could use a bit more of a challenge, combat wise at least. Considering how cheap this game, just try for yourself. You might like it..or not, but it worth something if you need a break from long games.

4:3 aspect ratio + inability to quit game + no spoken dialogue = Sub-par brawler for die-hard Usagi Yojimbo comic fans. Recommended because I am one of those. For the price it's not bad and you'll get your $5 worth. It reminds me of Fist of Jesus in terms of modern gameplay and quality of game.

This game could have been so much more on the PC but instread is a direct clone of the mobile version. The graphics are crisp and colourful, with well defined cel-shaded characters and backgrounds, and there is a single tune that plays throughout, although it gets grating after a while and I could not find any way to turn it off. Other characters from the Usagi Yojimbo series (such as Gennosuke and Inazuma) make cameo apperances in the game. Unfortunately, the gameplay is where this game falls flat on it's face. The game is simple hack and slash, and is far too easy. Depsite the fact that the are many different combos unlocked as the game goes on, there is no point in even using them when the whole game can be beat using the basic hack and slash moves that Usagi has at the start. There is simply no variety in the game other than kill all the baddies and move onto the next scene. If you were ever and fan of the Commodore 64 game 'Samurai Warrior: The Adventures of Usagi Yojimbo' or even just a general Miyamoto Usagi fan, steer clear of this game and just go play the C64 classic intsead.

I love this game. I owned the very first game on the C64. It was one of my favourite games back then. Im glad to see it back again. It stays close to the feel and atmosphere of the original and is graphically better. I love the additional combat moves. I do wish it was longer, however. If you liked the old version, pick it up, if not only for the nostalgia.

Like they said, an uncomplicated retro brawler a la Double Dragon or TMNT. Nothing fency like Mortal Kombat, less violent and good for younger audiences and like the wonderful comic series recommended to those who enjoy Sakai's art and story telling and who don't need enemies being stripped of their spines or needless other gore fests. I got my fun out of it for that price.

I wanted to like this game, it's Usagi Yojimbo! But no, the combat is super weak, not enjoyable at all nor does it flow well. I will be asking for a refund.

If you’re a Stan Sakai fan and you want to spend a little time playing pretend Usagi? Buy this game on your phone. Even as a big Yojimbo fan, I can’t in good faith tell people to buy the pc version of this mess. Everyone else? There are better ways to spend 4,99.

Mobile ports are all well and good.... ...except when they're this clunky and half-assed. -Garbage controller support. -Sluggish. -Repetitive button-masher, and just plain not that fun. -There's nothing fun, or even remotely challenging here. -Game is ridiculously short. -Laughable enemy variety, and pointless boss battles. -Useless special attacks. -Not even any achievements to hunt or cards to drop to even somewhat redeem this crap-fest. Final Update: I just beat the final boss. That's right, the whole game is 2 hours long... and not even a satisfying 2 hours. That even includes the boss glitching out twice, and me replaying it 3 fucking times, the one bonus level, and taking a break to feed my dog.... If you want to recreate the experience of this game for free, just hammer buttons on your controller randomly for two hours. I was really looking forward to this, and jumped on it because I love the comics. I wish I'd done more research beforehand. Not worth the price at all. Why did I finish this?