Backed by the always reliable Shin Sangoku Musou name and the Monster Hunter Portable inspired multiplayer modes, Shin Sangoku Musou: Multi Raid (aka Dynasty Warriors: Strikeforce) enjoyed a very successful launch in Japan last February, selling more than 350,000 copies even before it’s budget re-release next week. After being ported to home consoles, nobody should be surprised with the announcement of the sequel, to be released on PSP next month in Japan. The first game was a refreshing change to the series, so am really interested to see what they are adding to the sequel. Below is a compilation of the information and screens of the games since it was announced late last year.

Read the rest of this entry »

Lucky Musou fans will be getting another PSP game this September as Koei unsurprisingly announced that they are porting Shin Sangoku Musou 5 to our handheld with Meng Huo as playable character; the inclusion of Musou Mode and Free Mode for the Ad-Hoc multiplayer. Shin Sangoku Musou 5 Special will be out this September in Japan. More screens after the jump.

Read the rest of this entry »

Koei continues its port frenzy for PSP with Shin Sangoku Musou 5 (aka Dynasty Warriors 6) the latest game to see some handheld action. To be called Shin Sangoku Musou 5 Special, the game will includes elements from all the previous releases. These include Meng Huo as playable character from the recently released Shin Sangoku Musou 5 Empires, “Musou Mode” of the PS2 version, co-op play via the Ad-Hoc mode; and various minor enhancements like new costumes and motions. September 3rd is when the hack-and-slash begins in Japan.