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BERSERK and the Band of the Hawk

BERSERK and the Band of the Hawk

October 27, 2016
KOEI TECMO America
4.6/5.0(3,580 reviews)
~4h playtime
Metacritic 60
Hack and slash/Beat 'em up

PC · PlayStation 3 · PlayStation 4 · PS Vita

Good

Overall player feedback leans heavily toward praise for the game, particularly among Berserk fans. Many reviews highlight the fun, cathartic combat of the musou genre and the faithful representation of the Berserk story. However, there are notable criticisms about repetitive gameplay and technical issues, particularly with keyboard and mouse controls.

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About This Game

Set in the dark world of 'Berserk', players engage in visceral hack-and-slash combat as they follow Guts through 'The Golden Age Arc' and 'The Hawk of the Millennium Arc'. This game uniquely merges musou-style gameplay with a faithful adaptation of the iconic series, offering an exhilarating experience for fans and newcomers alike.

Highlights

  • Engage in fast-paced, cathartic hack-and-slash combat
  • Experience the rich storylines from 'Berserk'
  • Play as iconic characters including Guts in various arcs
  • Enjoy the nostalgia of the beloved musou gameplay
  • High-quality graphics and dynamic animations
  • Original Japanese voice acting from the film and series
  • Experience the thrill of using giant swords and intense attacks
  • Rich, atmospheric setting that complements the dark themes of 'Berserk'.

Platforms

PC
PlayStation 3
PlayStation 4
PS Vita

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Mature
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Gameplay

Modes
Single player
Perspective
Third person

Player Reviews

Good

Overall player feedback leans heavily toward praise for the game, particularly among Berserk fans. Many reviews highlight the fun, cathartic combat of the musou genre and the faithful representation of the Berserk story. However, there are notable criticisms about repetitive gameplay and technical issues, particularly with keyboard and mouse controls.

Pros

  • • Faithful adaptation of the Berserk story
  • • Fun and satisfying combat
  • • Nostalgic musou gameplay
  • • Strong character representation and voice acting
  • • Great graphics and animations

Cons

  • • Repetitive gameplay with little variety
  • • Technical issues, especially with controls
  • • Limited character roster compared to typical musou games
  • • Some missions overly grindy and frustrating
  • • Subpar boss design

Based on 100 reviews from Steam

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BERSERK and the Band of the Hawk — Frequently Asked Questions

Is BERSERK and the Band of the Hawk worth playing?
BERSERK and the Band of the Hawk has a good reception from players, holding an average score of 4.6 out of 5 across 3,580 reviews.
Is BERSERK and the Band of the Hawk single-player or multiplayer?
BERSERK and the Band of the Hawk supports single player.
What platforms is BERSERK and the Band of the Hawk available on?
BERSERK and the Band of the Hawk is available on PS4.
When did BERSERK and the Band of the Hawk release?
BERSERK and the Band of the Hawk released on October 27, 2016.
What is BERSERK and the Band of the Hawk's age rating?
BERSERK and the Band of the Hawk carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Mature.