Software:Genji: Dawn of the Samurai

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Short description: 2005 video game
Genji: Dawn of the Samurai
The North American cover
Developer(s)Game Republic[lower-alpha 1]
Publisher(s)Sony Computer Entertainment
Director(s)Takashi Shono
Producer(s)Yoshiki Okamoto
Artist(s)Keita Amemiya
Writer(s)Toshiya Shibano
Composer(s)Yasuharu Takanashi
Platform(s)PlayStation 2
Release
Genre(s)Action-adventure, hack and slash
Mode(s)Single-player

Lua error in Module:Lang/utilities at line 332: attempt to call field '_transl' (a nil value). released as Genji: Dawn of the Samurai in North America, is a 2005 action-adventure video game developed by Game Republic and published by Sony Computer Entertainment for the PlayStation 2. It is loosely based on The Tale of the Heike. A sequel, Software:Genji: Days of the Blade, was released for the PlayStation 3.

Plot

The story follows the adventures of Minamoto Yoshitsune as he descends from his mountain retreat and eventually embraces a quest to defeat the Taira clan, thereby avenging his father. Early in his journey, he meets the Tamayoribito clan, led by Kiichi Hogen and his daughter Minazuru, who are the guardians of the Amahagane (天鋼) – stones of power that allow select individuals to release magical powers known as kamui (神威).

Gameplay

Gameplay is third-person combat, similar to what is found in the Dynasty Warriors series (produced by Koei) and Shinobi (produced by Sega). The player controls Yoshitsune or Benkei, and both characters are equipped with two basic attacks: Normal and Special. Yoshitsune is an archetypical fast and agile warrior, making up in speed what he lacks in strength. He is able to jump on small platforms (which, if jumped on by Benkei, would collapse). He wields two swords, and can double jump, and can use his sword to hang on ledges. Benkei is the more powerful but slower character, with greater range than Yoshitsune. He uses a large war club,[6] which can also be used to destroy certain structures and heavy doors in the game. Players can improve their characters by collecting experience and leveling up or by using Essences of Amahagane. Yoshitsune and Benkei both have a number of kamui bars under their health bar, proportional to their amount of Amahagane collected. While in battle, the character's kamui bar stores power for the player to release devastating attacks.

Reception

Reception
Aggregate score
AggregatorScore
Metacritic74/100[7]
Review scores
PublicationScore
Edge8/10[8]
EGM6.33/10[9][lower-alpha 2]
Eurogamer5/10[10]
Famitsu32/40[11]
Game Informer8.5/10[12]
GameRevolutionB−[13]
GameSpot7.1/10[14]
GameSpyStarStarStar[15]
GameZone7.5/10[16]
IGN7/10[17]
OPM (US)StarStarStarStar[18]
X-PlayStarStarStarStar[19]
Maxim8/10[20]
The Sydney Morning HeraldStarStarStarHalf star[21]

The game received above-average reviews according to video game review aggregator Metacritic.[7] In Japan, Famitsu gave it all four eights, for a total of 32 out of 40.[11] GamePro gave a favorable review to the game, commending its gameplay and graphics, and called it a great adventure game that captivates the players from start to finish.[22][lower-alpha 3]

Notes

  1. ↑ Additional work by Sony Computer Entertainment Japan.[1]
  2. ↑ Two critics of Electronic Gaming Monthly gave the game each a score of 7/10, and the other gave it 5/10.
  3. ↑ GamePro gave the game two 4.5/5 scores for graphics and fun factor, 5/5 for sound, and 4/5 for control.

References

  1. ↑ "JAPANスタジオ作品一覧 2005年～2003年" (in ja). Sony Interactive Entertainment. 2021. https://www.playstation.com/ja-jp/corporate/playstation-studios/japan-studio/history-2003-2005/. 
  2. ↑ IGN staff (August 16, 2005). "Official Press Sheet". Ziff Davis. Archived from the original on July 21, 2024. https://web.archive.org/web/20240721154841/https://www.ign.com/articles/2005/08/16/genji-dawn-of-the-samurai-demo-disc-139519-official-press-sheet-642418. Retrieved July 21, 2024. 
  3. ↑ Dunham, Jeremy (April 19, 2005). "Genji Strikes Europe". Ziff Davis. Archived from the original on March 14, 2013. https://web.archive.org/web/20130314072002/https://www.ign.com/articles/2005/04/19/genji-strikes-europe. Retrieved July 21, 2024. 
  4. ↑ Bramwell, Tom (October 25, 2005). "What's New? (21st October)". Gamer Network. Archived from the original on September 21, 2021. https://web.archive.org/web/20210921115909/https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/a_whatsnew_211009. Retrieved July 21, 2024. 
  5. ↑ van Leuveren, Luke (October 31, 2005). "Updated Australian Release List - 31/10/05". PAL Gaming Network. Archived from the original on June 29, 2006. https://web.archive.org/web/20060629084827/http://palgn.com.au/article.php?id=3325&sid=7b7984ff736abd9f2b8060f1236324bd. Retrieved April 16, 2024. 
  6. ↑ Benkei uses his super human strength to pulverize his enemies with a giant war club that is taller and heavier than most full-grown men, Genji: Dawn of Samurai Users Manual.
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 "Genji: Dawn of the Samurai". Fandom. Archived from the original on December 16, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20231216124041/https://www.metacritic.com/game/genji-dawn-of-the-samurai/. Retrieved July 21, 2024. 
  8. ↑ Edge staff (September 2005). "Genji". Edge (Future plc) (153): 92. 
  9. ↑ Speer, Justin; Ford, Greg; Sanders, Kathleen (November 2005). "Genji: Dawn of the Samurai". Electronic Gaming Monthly (Ziff Davis) (197): 145. Archived from the original on March 31, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230331215320/https://retrocdn.net/images/c/cc/EGM_US_197.pdf. Retrieved July 21, 2024. 
  10. ↑ Reed, Kristan (November 7, 2005). "Genji: Dawn of the Samurai". Gamer Network. Archived from the original on November 20, 2015. https://web.archive.org/web/20151120055134/https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/r_genji_ps2. Retrieved July 21, 2024. 
  11. ↑ 11.0 11.1 Khalid-S (June 22, 2005). "this week Famitsu Reviews". NeoGaf LLC. Archived from the original on April 5, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230405070914/https://www.neogaf.com/threads/this-week-famitsu-reviews.52724/. Retrieved July 21, 2024. 
  12. ↑ Miller, Matt (October 2005). "Genji: Dawn of the Samurai". Game Informer (GameStop) (150): 134. http://www.gameinformer.com/NR/exeres/D2DCA9CF-878A-4480-80DB-16F49ED46E36.htm. Retrieved October 16, 2015. 
  13. ↑ Reilly, Mike (October 12, 2005). "Genji: Dawn of the Samurai Review". CraveOnline. Archived from the original on October 9, 2015. https://web.archive.org/web/20151009191817/http://www.gamerevolution.com/review/genji-dawn-of-sa. Retrieved July 21, 2024. 
  14. ↑ Mueller, Greg (September 19, 2005). "Genji: Dawn of the Samurai Review". Fandom. Archived from the original on December 22, 2015. https://web.archive.org/web/20151222025153/https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/genji-dawn-of-the-samurai-review/1900-6133869/. Retrieved May 30, 2023. 
  15. ↑ Padilla, Raymond M. (September 21, 2005). "GameSpy: Genji: Dawn of the Samurai". IGN Entertainment. Archived from the original on March 28, 2007. https://web.archive.org/web/20070328213541/http://ps2.gamespy.com/playstation-2/genji/652676p1.html. Retrieved July 21, 2024. 
  16. ↑ Bedigian, Louis (September 18, 2005). "Genji: Dawn of the Samurai - PS2 - Review". Archived from the original on October 5, 2008. https://web.archive.org/web/20081005182549/http://ps2.gamezone.com/gzreviews/r26409.htm. Retrieved October 16, 2015. 
  17. ↑ Sulic, Ivan (September 16, 2005). "Genji: Dawn of the Samurai". Ziff Davis. Archived from the original on April 18, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230418194515/https://www.ign.com/articles/2005/09/17/genji-dawn-of-the-samurai. Retrieved July 21, 2024. 
  18. ↑ Scott, Ryan (November 2005). "Genji: Dawn of the Samurai". Official U.S. PlayStation Magazine (Ziff Davis) (98): 117. https://archive.org/details/official-u.-s.-playstation-magazine-issue-98-november-2005/page/n123/mode/2up. Retrieved July 21, 2024. 
  19. ↑ Fischer, Russ (October 10, 2005). "Genji: Dawn of the Samurai Review". G4 Media. Archived from the original on December 10, 2005. https://web.archive.org/web/20051210235127/http://www.g4tv.com/xplay/features/52738/Genji_Dawn_of_the_Samurai_Review.html. Retrieved July 21, 2024. 
  20. ↑ Edwards, Greg (September 20, 2005). "Genji: Dawn Of The Samurai". Maxim (MaximNet, Inc.). Archived from the original on October 24, 2005. https://web.archive.org/web/20051024001416/http://www.maximonline.com/entertainment/reviews/review_games_10603.html. Retrieved October 16, 2015. 
  21. ↑ Hill, Jason (November 3, 2005). "Traditional and structured". The Sydney Morning Herald (Fairfax Media). Archived from the original on September 30, 2013. https://web.archive.org/web/20130930023634/https://www.smh.com.au/news/games/traditional-and-structured/2005/11/01/1130823211254.html. Retrieved July 21, 2024. 
  22. ↑ The Man in Black (November 2005). "Genji: Dawn of the Samurai". GamePro (IDG) (206): 110. Archived from the original on January 18, 2006. https://web.archive.org/web/20060118094120/http://www.gamepro.com/sony/ps2/games/reviews/48544.shtml. Retrieved July 21, 2024. 

Features

Edits and submissions to the site (including screenshots, box art, developer information, game summaries, and more) go through a verification process of fact-checking by volunteer "approvers".[2] This lengthy approval process after submission can range from minutes to days or months.[3] The most commonly used sources are the video game's website, packaging, and credit screens. There is a published standard for game information and copy-editing.[4] A ranking system allows users to earn points for contributing accurate information.[5]

Registered users can rate and review games. Users can create private or public "have" and "want" lists, which can generate a list of games available for trade with other registered users. The site contains an integrated forum. Each listed game can have its own sub-forum.

History

Logo used until March 2014

MobyGames was founded on March 1, 1999, by Jim Leonard and Brian Hirt, and joined by David Berk 18 months later, the three of which had been friends since high school.[6][7] Leonard had the idea of sharing information about computer games with a larger audience. The database began with information about games for IBM PC compatibles, relying on the founders' personal collections. Eventually, the site was opened up to allow general users to contribute information.[5] In a 2003 interview, Berk emphasized MobyGames' dedication to taking video games more seriously than broader society and to preserving games for their important cultural influence.[5]

In mid-2010, MobyGames was purchased by GameFly for an undisclosed amount.[8] This was announced to the community post factum , and the site's interface was given an unpopular redesign.[7] A few major contributors left, refusing to do volunteer work for a commercial website.{{Citation needed|date=June 2025} On December 18, 2013, MobyGames was acquired by Jeremiah Freyholtz, owner of Blue Flame Labs (a San Francisco-based game and web development company) and VGBoxArt (a site for fan-made video game box art).[9] Blue Flame Labs reverted MobyGames' interface to its pre-overhaul look and feel,[10] and for the next eight years, the site was run by Freyholtz and Independent Games Festival organizer Simon Carless.[7]

On November 24, 2021, Atari SA announced a potential deal with Blue Flame Labs to purchase MobyGames for $1.5 million.[11] The purchase was completed on 8 March 2022, with Freyholtz remaining as general manager.[12][13][14] Over the next year, the financial boost given by Atari led to a rework of the site being built from scratch with a new backend codebase, as well as updates improving the mobile and desktop user interface.[1] This was accomplished by investing in full-time development of the site instead of its previously part-time development.[15]

In 2024, MobyGames began offering a paid "Pro" membership option for the site to generate additional revenue.[16] Previously, the site had generated income exclusively through banner ads and (from March 2014 onward) a small number of patrons via the Patreon website.[17]

See also

  • IGDB – game database used by Twitch for its search and discovery functions

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Sheehan, Gavin (2023-02-22). "Atari Relaunches The Fully Rebuilt & Optimized MobyGames Website". https://bleedingcool.com/games/atari-relaunches-the-fully-rebuilt-optimized-mobygames-website/. 
  2. ↑ Litchfield, Ted (2021-11-26). "Zombie company Atari to devour MobyGames". https://www.pcgamer.com/zombie-company-atari-to-devour-mobygames/. 
  3. ↑ "MobyGames FAQ: Emails Answered § When will my submission be approved?". Blue Flame Labs. 30 March 2014. http://www.mobygames.com/info/faq7#g1. 
  4. ↑ "The MobyGames Standards and Practices". Blue Flame Labs. 6 January 2016. http://www.mobygames.com/info/standards. 
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 Miller, Stanley A. (2003-04-22). "People's choice awards honor favorite Web sites". Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. 
  6. ↑ "20 Years of MobyGames" (in en). 2019-02-28. https://trixter.oldskool.org/2019/02/28/20-years-of-mobygames/. 
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 Plunkett, Luke (2022-03-10). "Atari Buys MobyGames For $1.5 Million". https://kotaku.com/mobygames-retro-credits-database-imdb-atari-freyholtz-b-1848638521. 
  8. ↑ "Report: MobyGames Acquired By GameFly Media". Gamasutra. 2011-02-07. https://www.gamedeveloper.com/game-platforms/report-mobygames-acquired-by-gamefly-media. 
  9. ↑ Corriea, Alexa Ray (December 31, 2013). "MobyGames purchased from GameFly, improvements planned". http://www.polygon.com/2013/12/31/5261414/mobygames-purchased-from-gamefly-improvements-planned. 
  10. ↑ Wawro, Alex (31 December 2013). "Game dev database MobyGames getting some TLC under new owner". Gamasutra. https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/game-dev-database-mobygames-getting-some-tlc-under-new-owner. 
  11. ↑ "Atari invests in Anstream, may buy MobyGames". November 24, 2021. https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2021-11-24-atari-invests-in-anstream-may-buy-mobygames. 
  12. ↑ Rousseau, Jeffrey (2022-03-09). "Atari purchases Moby Games". https://www.gamesindustry.biz/atari-purchases-moby-games. 
  13. ↑ "Atari Completes MobyGames Acquisition, Details Plans for the Site's Continued Support". March 8, 2022. https://www.atari.com/atari-completes-mobygames-acquisition-details-plans-for-the-sites-continued-support/. 
  14. ↑ "Atari has acquired game database MobyGames for $1.5 million" (in en-GB). 2022-03-09. https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/atari-has-acquired-game-database-mobygames-for-1-5-million/. 
  15. ↑ Stanton, Rich (2022-03-10). "Atari buys videogame database MobyGames for $1.5 million". https://www.pcgamer.com/atari-buys-videogame-database-mobygames-for-dollar15-million/. 
  16. ↑ Harris, John (2024-03-09). "MobyGames Offering “Pro” Membership". https://setsideb.com/mobygames-offering-pro-membership/. 
  17. ↑ "MobyGames on Patreon". http://www.patreon.com/mobygames. 
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