Samurai Warriors 2 Empires (PS2)

Samurai Warriors 2 Empires, the much-anticipated followup to the Tactical Action game Samurai Warriors®2 combines the most exciting aspects of Action, Fighting and Strategy games. Japan is divided into 25 warring states and it is up to you to resurrect a nation using equal amounts of strategy and strength! Before each battle, you will meet with their war council to discuss military and political affairs; then it’s time for combat. Samurai Warriors 2 Empires is a tantalizing blend of strategy and true warrior action.

With a stylized recreation of Japan’s Sengoku or “Warring States” era, Samurai Warriors 2 Empires is sure to captivate anyone fascinated by Samurai culture. Special events in the game chronicle major turning points in Japan’s history including “The Honnôji Incident” where the powerful warlord Oda Nobunaga, met his demise, and “The Battle of Kawanakajima,” considered the largest and most prolonged encounter of the Warring States era.

In addition to the game’s main Empire Mode, Samurai Warriors 2 Empires includes a “Free Mode,” which allows you to choose any stage and fight through it using any officer in the game. The game’s “Archives” offers an extensive gallery overflowing with rare artwork, CG sequences, and detailed information on tactics and formations, as well as visual and voice samples of all officers and troops within the game.

Features:

• A lethal combination of Action, Fighting, and Strategy gameplay.
• An incredible account of Japan’s Warring States era. A must-have for anyone fascinated by Samurai culture.
• Vicious multi-Musou attacks with up to four officers.
• 6 Regional scenarios, plus 5 Unification scenarios.
• 50 new policy cards based on Japanese history. 30 different tactics cards allow you to hire wind ninjas, set an ambush or form a blockade. – 90 policies in all!
• Create your own warrior in New Officer mode or choose from among 400 playable characters.
• 2-player co-op play.
• Forge alliances with rival clans and hire captured officers.
• Includes Empire mode, Free mode, and an extensive Archive section with rare art and information on Samurai history and tactics.