BERSERK and the Band of the Hawk

I came to button mash and enjoy some fan service. Mission accomplished

Only play this game if you're a die hard fan of Berserk or really like musou games. Being a fan of berserk I liked it but I think it's only for people that want to get as much out of the IP as possible. The story is fun with the main character guts. However to be able to get 100% or even use the majority of the content in the game you need to play and complete the infinite mode, full of janky enemies and bosses, bad player characters and npcs.

Get it on discount if you want to play it it's not £50 worth of game.

Dynasty Warriors but with berserk characters and story. Pretty fun to play especially when you hear those bone breaking sounds everytime you use a super.

Only annoying part is the horse. I swear to god sometimes its like a monk in a strip club and dodges me at every turn.

yis

BERSEEEERKING TIME!!!!

Worst pc port of all time.

GRRRIIIFFFFTTTTTTHHHHH!!!!

Puck: Well did you thank the horse?
Guts: Thank you horse :D
....and thank you so much >:D

wow. I've played a lot of the old berserk games, ruined a playstation 2 doing so. this is the first one that feels like you are playing as Guts. Whoever figure out that dynasty warriors and Guts are the same thing did us all a big big favor. Plus you basically get to watch the whole series during the game. super fun, wish I hadn't finished

Good game, solid refresher on the main events of the manga, but in the end another flawed adaptation. Feels a bit barebones as a Musou in terms of content, but I'm also mainly coming from the Hyrule Warriors and Dragon Quest Heroes series, which I know are some of the larger games in the franchise. It's also a bit disappointing that there aren't more missions for characters other than Guts, mostly relegating the rest of the cast to the Endless Eclipse mode and replaying story missions. Fortunately, Guts is very fun to play and the story itself is handled rather well aside from a few specific instances. I felt the Eclipse was particularly disappointing as a short segment with a particular lack of enemy or environmental variety. I know it's just one moment in the series with many enemies and locations never seen again, but it is SO core to the story it feels like a strange one to skimp on it.

Most of my complaints are nitpicks though. This game obviously didn't have the biggest budget and for what it is, it's pretty fantastic. It does a great job introducing new mechanics throughtout the game, and progression/customization is simple enough to enjoy a bit of customization without feeling complex enough to kill the momentum. The story ending where it does feels rather fitting, though I fear to someone not familiar with the manga it will feel rather sudden and awkward. Then again, a sudden and expected end is also now core to Berserk. Thank you for everything Miura, rest in peace.

Better than the 2016 anime

Power fantasy game

So you're in the band of the hawk too, huh?

Berserk hack n slash, pretty good fun for fans of the series. Not much in terms of story but the gameplay was fun for the 30 hours I got out of it. The game will take you from the beginning of the Golden Age to the Millenium Falcon arc (Ganishka transformation). Overall I'd say for fans of Berserk and hack n slash games it's definitely worth it ON SALE. Another thing to keep in mind is that as far as im aware you HAVE to play the game WITH A CONTROLLER, which wasn't major for me since it felt pretty good.

To begin with, I'd like to say that the Musou style doesn't appeal to me that much, and this will have a big influence on my opinion of the game.
I dropped the game right after Eclipse, so my opinion will be based on that arc.
The game depicts the story of the Berserk manga, and in this respect the game really fulfills its role, both in terms of stages and events, and if you're a fan of the work and you're looking for an experience, maybe this game is for you, I say this because I believe it's very niche for these fans, and maybe people who like the genre won't appreciate it as much. As for those who don't like the genre of the game (my case) and are fans of the work, they may feel a burden when playing the game.

Good Things : The story is very detailed and the cutscenes are wonderful!

Bad Things : The game's camera control is not very good, as is the design of some bosses, who have stun attacks and pin you to the wall, with no chance of defense.

The game itself is simple, large hordes of enemies, a few bosses and punches everywhere, but I felt the mechanics were too shallow, and the combos (especially Guts') were too hard and cloying. They use scenes from the Berserk movies for the cutscenes, and this is a great success, as they are very beautiful indeed, and they are responsible for keeping me hooked on the game so far.
In short, I think some people will be disappointed, but if you have the profile for the genre and the work, this game is definitely for you!

nuts

if you love berserk you will love this,

Beeg sword

nuts for berk

I am a 45 yo father, probably one of the oldest people playing this game. I am a single farther to my Son, who is 19 now. My son got this game in May 2024 from his uncle, so we installed it on his computer and we started playing. By the end of the week we had 17 hours on this game. This was fantastic for me, as it was already hard for me to find ways to spend time with my son, as he is always out with his friends or just watching YouTube and playing games alone. So I decided to try to play this game alongside him. We loaded into the game, and world and started playing but I was stuck on where you were supposed to go in the eclipse. I asked my Son for help and he helped me through the first level. I loved it as it was the best time I had spent with my Son since my wife had died. This game has ever since brought me and my son closer again and now we actually spend time together outside the house together as well. This game reminded me that there's fun to be had in everything, and it has brought both me and my Son many happy memories. I highly recommend this game for other "struggeling" fathers out there, never give up. You will eventually find a way to get closer to those you love. Just like mr.berserk.

This game is a better adaptation of the manga than the 2016 anime, which looked like it straight up took assets from this game.

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I love Berserk and Dynasty Warriors. This is a win/win. Also with alil love can be played on the steamdeck.

Fun game for a Masterpiece manga

*Optimisation is abysmal (set Environment on low for fix)
*Crashes very often
*Endless eclipse mode resets when you quit (see previous point)
*Only a few maps, many missions are almost identical
*Parts of the story are skipped, but we get battles against random thieves x5-6
*Godo's mine/mountain is a random battlefield in a desert (?)
*Only 8 playable characters, Wyald but no Skull Knight (despite his horse available)
*Most characters are not designed for a Musou game
*Bosses are a bad idea for a Musou game (bad camera, bosses spam/stunlock)
*Stats have no impact, half of them are traps
*Unskippable camera shots stopping you every 30 seconds
*Death blows sometimes do not do any damage (bug)

Berserk is my favorite manga so I tried my best to convince myself to like this, but this game is horrifically bad.

This is one of those games that makes me wish Steam had more than just positive OR negative. This game is literally dynasty warriors but berserk version. I would only recommend it if you're either a) super berk fan b) super musou fan. Also do NOT buy it full price, you will cry after you play it and realize what you've done to your wallet.

There’s No Paradise For You To Escape To.

If you're a fan of the manga, you'll enjoy the game. If not, it's not worth the money

I will try to keep this review as short as possible.

The story itself was very good, although it was only a part of it, it did show us more things than in the anime adaptations.

The gameplay was quite repetitive, in some situations it was a bit different, especially at the end, but it was satisfying at the same time.

A lot of the missions in this game were very repetitive, which I think it's a pretty bad thing about this game, the rest were main story missions, which were quite good.

In conclusion, I think it's a pretty good game, showing us more things than we were offered in the past, but the gameplay and most of the missions being repetitive, are some of the things that drag this game down. I would recommend you to buy this game only when it's on sale, it's quite expensive and not worth the full price.

It's a berserk musou game . More a guilty pleasure than a good musou .

I bought it, I played it, and I gave it a positive review simply because I'm a fan of Berserk and Miura Kentaro-sama.
But honestly, if you're looking for a fun experience with satisfying hack-and-slash gameplay and you enjoy the '1 vs 1000' musou style of Koei Tecmo, this game is a good choice for you.
However, if you're expecting a masterpiece like the Berserk game on PS2, then it's not.

Dynasty Warriors and Berserk sounds like a match made in heaven. And in many ways, it is. Now, if you are not necessarily a fan of the musou system, this hack-and-slash game can still get your attention thanks to the faithful adaptation of the source material, even if it’s ultimately a bit repetitive and simplistic.
Its strongest point is by far, the excellent interpretation of Kentaro Miura's best-selling manga series, a feat impressive in itself. Berserk is not necessarily easy to adapt but KOEI’s game shows a lot of love towards it, and they succeed at nailing the overall theme, doing it justice.
Whatever you might think about the concept behind it, it’s a fun game and it's probably the second best way to experience the story after reading the manga. The gameplay is very arcade-like but Guts and Griffith are both a lot of fun to control with movesets that fit their characters perfectly. Of course, you have to be aware that the battles have been scaled up by 10 (after all, Guts is the 100 Man Slayer rather than the “1,000 Man Slayer”). Similarly, Shierke’s AOE magic, Serpico’s whirlwinds strikes and Casca’s swordplay are entertaining enough to justify using these characters in the special Endless Eclipse mode, outside of the Story. And no, you won’t find 40+ playable characters like in other Warriors games, but the ones that are made available are sufficiently unique and performing specials (Death Blows) to eradicate entire swarms of enemies is extremely satisfying. You’re a bad**s and dispatching the menagerie of enemies looks and feels great even if the two-button combo system is rather limited.
Now, the bad part: Warriors games are repetitive and formulaic, so they aren't really for everyone. And Berserk and the Band of the Hawk suffers from these same endemic problems and lacks some of the depth and replayability some of the recent musou games have had. It does not feel by any means rushed, but it does seem shallow at times, unbalanced and with a horrible completion grind (seriously, getting all the achievements here is easily a 200-hours feat).

"I think his name is Nuts or something?"

Berserk is genuinely my favorite piece of fiction and this game explores the story pretty well. The gameplay loop is not really my cup of tea but for those who like Dynasty Warrior-like games, it's awesome. It also does partially censor some of the more... questionable parts of Berserk so it's kind of nice for those who want to experience Berserk without some of the trauma. Awesome series and definitely worth the investment.

"You're going to be alright. You just stumbled over a stone in the road. It means nothing. Your goal lies far beyond this, doesn't it? I'm sure you'll overcome this. You'll walk again...soon."

berserk yes best ever

As a certified Muso/Warriors AND Berserk sicko I am confident in saying this is the worst muso i've played of the bunch. Just incredibly content poor,about the same 8 maps the whole time and a shocking roster.
Not the full membership of the OG band of the hawk playable, not one from the demon band and NO SKULL KNIGHT!!!

Covers good chunk of manga, Cutscenes have insane remakes of the 2017 anime so its really nice to witness that. Fun hack and slash with constant upgrading and new stuff. Very fun especially for a chill night.

If you're a Musou games fan, and a Berserk fan, then this is a must buy!

i love guts

Put your grasses own.
Nothing will be wrong.
Its all up to you!

Berserk meets Dynasty Warriors...

The gameplay is essential the same as any Musou Game except Guts unlocks some specific tools and weapons as the game continues. (bombs, repeating crossbow, cannon arm,...)
There is an rpg aspect in the leveling/modifying of items and the generic leveling.

The storyline goes pretty far. Up to the part where he heads off to the Elf Island. Given that the story has yet to be concluded. It is a satisfying part where the campaign can end.

Other characters are playable like Skeleton Knight, Zod etc however the meat of the game is the story mode and playing Guts in his different forms & era's.
It is a satisfying storymode that is pretty loyal to the manga & anime.
The first half of the game heavily uses anime cinematics but halfwat it moves to ingame cinematics.

I can definitely recommend it for Berserk fans and somewhat to oldschool Musou fans.
It definitely was way better than i expected and a pleasant refresher for me storywise.

I only played it on easy, mostly for the story mode but you can go up to a high difficulty, grind levels and put your teeth heavily into the game.
There are extra DLC scenario's & an endless mode for those so inclined.

A heavy recommendation for Berserk fans.
A mild recommendation for hack and slash RPG fans who like a focus on story. Buy on discount!

gim stress relief + bisa TCS

Great game love the anime

Bought on discount while i liked it for a hack and slash game was disapointed by the lack of playable characters and the lack of 2-4 player co-op that makes hack and slash games re-playable not worth full price but i feel like i got my moneys worth of gameplay

worth it

If you love Berserk you'll love this game. If you love Dynasty Warriors you'll love it.

Even with a discount, its a mid game but it was nice playing through the story up to the Millennium Falcon arc

I mean if you like Berserk I don't see why you wouldn't like this game

the main character has a lot of guts and always goes berserk

(ENGLISH + SPANISH)

The best way to experience Berserk will always be by reading the manga, no doubt about it. However, let me explain why this is, without question, the second-best way to enjoy it. Sure, the 1997 anime is a masterpiece in terms of animation, soundtrack, and character development. But there’s one major issue: it’s incomplete. The story only goes as far as the Eclipse, leaving you wanting so much more.

On the other hand, this game manages to capture the essence of Berserk brilliantly, and most importantly, it tells a full story. In fact, I’d even argue that it explains the plot much better and with a more consistent pace than the anime itself, even though the cutscenes are based on the more recent adaptation (which, if I’m not mistaken, was produced by Netflix). On that note, let me add a quick aside: the game is censored. Yes, scenes of violence, gore, and so on have been toned down quite a bit. If you want the full experience, I recommend heading over to Nexus Mods and downloading a patch to enjoy the game as it was truly meant to be played.

One thing I loved is the balance between gameplay and story. There’s a well-crafted equilibrium here. Now, I know some people complain that, aside from the cinematics and battles, there’s a lot of text and dialogue. But come on, this is Berserk. If there’s one thing the series needs, it’s deep storytelling, and the game does it good.

When it comes to gameplay, the standard missions (like large-scale battles between kingdoms or mercenaries storming castles) are incredibly well-executed. From the initial preparations, formations, and attacks, to breaking through barriers and assaulting fortresses… everything feels authentic. And that’s what matters most: it feels right.

Now, let’s talk about the bosses. Here’s an important tip: play the game on the hardest difficulty, Berserk mode. That’s where the game truly shines. Facing a boss on this difficulty is like playing Dark Souls. And I mean that, between the music, the enemy’s movements, and the constant need to dodge, attack, dodge again, and survive… It amplifies the Berserk experience tenfold. It’s challenging, sometimes frustrating, but incredibly rewarding.

As for the achievements, that was a whole other adventure. Getting 100% and platinum was a real challenge, and I won’t lie to you, it was tough. This isn’t one of those games where platinum trophies are handed out. Not at all. But that difficulty made it all the more satisfying. I had so much fun, it was incredibly rewarding, and in the end, I felt immensely proud. Finishing it left me even more invested in Berserk than I was before playing.

If you’re a Berserk fan, this game is a must-play. No excuses, you’ve got to try it. And if, like me, you’re not a die-hard fan but you enjoy it, I guarantee this game will make you appreciate Kentaro Miura’s work even more. It manages to convey what makes Berserk so unique: its essence, its depth, and its sheer brutality. In short, highly recommended!

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La mejor manera de disfrutar Berserk siempre será leyendo el manga, eso está claro. Sin embargo, voy a fundamentar por qué esta es, sin lugar a dudas, la segunda mejor forma de consumirlo. Sí, es verdad que el anime del '97 es una obra maestra en términos de animación, banda sonora y desarrollo de personajes. Pero hay un problema importante: está incompleto. La historia se queda solo hasta el Eclipse, y ahí te dejan con ganas de mucho más.

Por el contrario, este juego logra captar la esencia de Berserk de una manera espectacular y, lo más importante, cuenta una historia completa. De hecho, me atrevería a decir que la explica mucho mejor y con un ritmo más sólido que el propio anime, aunque las cinemáticas estén basadas en el anime más reciente (que, si no me equivoco, fue producido por Netflix). Dicho sea de paso, aprovecho para hacer un paréntesis y aclarar que el juego está censurado. Sí, escenas de violencia, gore y demás están bastante suavizadas, así que, si querés la experiencia completa, te recomiendo que busques un parche en Nexus Mods. Ahí vas a poder disfrutar del juego como realmente se merece.

Algo que me encantó es el equilibrio que lograron entre la jugabilidad y la historia. Hay un balance muy bien logrado. Ahora, sé que algunos se quejan de que, más allá de las cinemáticas y los combates, hay mucho texto y diálogo. Pero, a ver, esto es Berserk. Si algo necesita la saga, es desarrollo profundo, y el juego lo hace muy bien.

En términos de jugabilidad, las misiones comunes (como las batallas campales entre reinos o mercenarios en castillos) están muy bien recreadas. Desde los preparativos iniciales, las formaciones, los ataques, hasta cómo destruyen las barreras y asaltan los castillos… todo se siente fiel al espíritu del anime. Y eso es lo más importante: se siente genial.

Ahora, hablemos de los bosses. Acá te digo algo importante: jugalo en la dificultad más difícil, que es la Berserk. Ahí es donde realmente el juego brilla. Enfrentarte a un boss en esta dificultad es como estar en un Dark Souls. Y no lo digo por decir: la música, los movimientos del enemigo, la necesidad de esquivar constantemente para atacar y no morir... Todo eso multiplica la esencia de Berserk por tres. Es un desafío intenso, frustrante por momentos, pero increíblemente divertido.

Lo de los logros fue un tema aparte. Platinearlo al 100% fue un verdadero desafío, y no te voy a mentir: fue difícil. No es de esos juegos donde el Platino te lo regalan, no señor. Pero esa dificultad hizo que fuera muchísimo más satisfactorio. Me divertí un montón, me costó horrores, pero al final la pasé bárbaro. Terminé con una sensación de orgullo enorme, y me dejó mucho más enganchado con Berserk de lo que estaba antes de jugarlo.

Si sos fan de Berserk, este juego es obligatorio. No hay excusas, tenés que jugarlo. Y si, como yo, no sos un fan acérrimo pero te gusta, te aseguro que este juego te va a hacer apreciar mucho más la obra de Kentaro Miura. Porque logra transmitir lo que hace de Berserk algo único: su esencia, su profundidad y su brutalidad. ¡Altamente recomendado!

CORRECTION: THE ANIME CUTSCENES IT'S FROM THE GOLDEN ARC MOVIES FROM 2012