"Way of the Samurai is a uniquely great game in its own composed, disciplined manner-the video game equivalent of a critically acclaimed art house indie film in a sea full of summer blockbusters. Don't be surprised if a small, dedicated flock of disciples come to learn its Way." Review by Star Dingo with scores and screen shots.

"Those expecting Way of the Samurai to be the next Tenchu or Bushido Blade will come away disappointed, but all others should find the game pretty entertaining, warts and all." Review by Joe Fielder with overall score [7.1] and screen shots.

Reviewed by Steve Steinberg (82/100). "Intense fighting action combined with logical battle system makes Kenji a very happy samurai." Includes screen shots.

"If you can overlook some minor gameplay quirks, you'll be rewarded with one of the more unique and in-depth action games you've played in a while." Reviewed by Steve Steinberg (3/5). Includes screen shots.

"Even though the Way of the Samurai has a few faults, I highly recommend anyone to purchase it." Review by Michael Knutson with screen shots and overall score [8.5].

"Give it a look, particularly if you enjoyed Kengo or the Bushido Blade games. If nothing else, Afro Samurai has to be seen to be believed." Review by David Smith with overall score [7.8] and screen shots.

"The battle system makes up for the mediocre production values, as does the many incentives to play this title over and over again." Review by Miguel Concepcion with overall score [3/5] and screen shots.

"Fairly technical from a combat point of view, this is as far from a button-slapping arcade title as you're likely to get without sounding like an idiot for making the comparison." Review by Mike Laidlaw with screen shots and overall score [3.5/5].

"Entertaining. That sums up the entire game." Review by Mark H. Walker with screen shots and score [7/10].

"I am a pretty big fan of martial arts, and swordsmanship, and I feel that this game does a pretty good job of satisfying my sword hunger." Article by Anthony Wolfe with score [7] and screen shots.