Sakura Wars

Sega CS2 R&D·Released Dec 12, 2019·Single player

Platforms: PS4
Genres: RPGSimulationActionAdventureVisual Novel

Critic72/100

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The Imperial Combat Revue takes the stage as Tokyo’s defense force against a demon threat in this extravagant adventure. Soldiers in wartime, but theater performers in peacetime, the Revue’s Flower Division is not living up to their legacy and is at risk of being shut down. As newly appointed captain Seijuro Kamiyama, it’s up to you to turn the team around.

Reviews

4 reviews

Eurogamer

Malindy Hetfeld·May 4, 2020

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Originally conceived back in 1996 as a way to offer an RPG franchise on the Sega Saturn, the original Sakura Wars serie…

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Game Informer

Kimberley Wallace·Apr 30, 2020

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Sakura Wars’ charm makes up for its flaws, creating a truly one-of-a-kind experience.

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GameSpot

Heidi Kemps·Apr 28, 2020

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Sakura Wars' unique world, fun character interactions, and high-stakes melodrama help it overcome mediocre action sequences.

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Robert Ramsey·Apr 27, 2020

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Sakura Wars is an entertaining fusion of dating sim elements and button mashing action, but it's held back by tired anime tropes and some disappointingly underdeveloped characters. The overarching story may be painfully predictable, but there's still waifu-chasing fun to be had here, and the combat is enough to keep the otherwise relaxed pacing in check.

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