Dynasty Warriors Next, Vita launch title. Uses the console's touch and gyroscope features. Accessible introduction to the franchise for Vita newcomers.
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Category
Action4 players12+
Co-op
Description
Three Kingdoms warriors face thousands of enemies in this Vita launch musou enriched with touch features. Published by Koei Tecmo, released in North America in February 2012. Hack-and-slash musou with Vita-exclusive touch features, tactical map mode, classic warrior roster. North American NTSC release.
Dynasty Warriors Next review
4/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Striking"
3/5
Music
★★★★★
"Memorable"
3/5
Story
★★★★★
"Solid"
Gameplay
"Solid"
Fun
"From the very first minutes"
Addictiveness
"Engaging"
Difficulty
"Balanced"
Lifespan
"Long"
Technical info
💾1,4 GB📅22/02/2012
Published by Tecmo Koei
Dynasty Warriors Next (PS Vita) price, value & rarity
Is Dynasty Warriors Next still worth playing in 2026?
A mass action game from Omega Force, Dynasty Warriors Next was designed as a showcase of the console's features, integrating touch screen and sensors into the Three Kingdoms China musou clashes. The series' characteristic catharsis, the conquest mode and the gesture controls bring a particular flavour to this adaptation built for portability. The repetitiveness stays inherent to the genre. For a fan of musou or someone curious about the Vita's beginnings and gimmicks, the title keeps a preserved effectiveness and action pleasure, in a staging tailored for the machine.
