You can tell that photorealism was the goal this time around.

On another note though, the visuals are very impressive. Compared to the sheer amount of options and activities in DW 8E, it’s not worth the full price imo, but is a decent enough Empires game.

Otherwise if you’re a veteran of the series, I’d honestly wait for an at least 20% discount. Overall it’s a decent Empires game, but if it’s your first Empires game, I’d go with Dynasty Warriors 8 Empires. DYNASTY WARRIORS 9 Empires Download (v1.0.1.1 & ALL DLC) PC game in a pre-installed direct link It does have interesting features that are unique to DW 9E though, like free roam – housing customization – sleeping – more perhaps. Not DW 8E good nor DW 5E good, but a pretty good DW Empires game. Welcome to the Empires experience! It’s pretty good for a Dynasty Warriors Empires game. Fight exciting Castle Sieges and manipulate the country’s Politics.

Experience the human drama of the Three Kingdoms in a way only Empires can provide. A new release in the Empires series, featuring a mix of thrilling action and country capturing simulation.