Expeditions: Samurai

The game’s biggest problem is its terrible UI, which constantly gets in the way of actually playing. It’s slow, cluttered, unintuitive, and makes even basic actions feel like a chore. Information is scattered across awkward menus, important details are hard to access, and the interface feels like a massive step backwards from previous Expeditions titles. The UI doesn’t just annoy — it actively sabotages the gameplay loop. On top of that, the game leans heavily into stealth, which is simply not what I want from this series. I came for an RPG‑heavy, turn‑based X‑COM experience where stealth might be a minor tactical option, not the main gameplay pillar. Even if I were interested in stealth, the implementation is clunky and inconsistent. But the real issue is that I don’t want a stealth game here at all, and the UI makes the forced stealth even more frustrating. Story and dialogue are mediocre and rarely engaging. Under better gameplay conditions, they might have been acceptable, but they can’t compensate for the structural weaknesses. Graphics are fine — not impressive, not bad — and the ahistorical representation choices don’t bother me. In the end, Expeditions: Samurai is defined by a UI that feels like an obstacle course and a design shift toward stealth that breaks with the identity of the series. I will come back (and even pay a higher price) if they fix the major issues till full release because i really like the series and see also a lot of potential in the current setting.

Never played an expeditions game until Rome. I was initially hesitant because, as an xcom fan, melee turn based games w/o cover destruction were hard for me to get into. When I started it, I couldn't put it down, the combat, atmosphere, voice acting, story, attention to Roman pronunciation, freedom to roam and get currency/components w/o time limits, etc., was awesome. I am hoping that this game achieves this as well, I haven't put much time into yet, but the main gripes I have are the clunky UI, especially the giant unit info screen when you hover over something (I didn't like this in the last game either, I prefer the "examine" button from DOS2 and BG3) and the tips in the left upper corner of the screen combo'd with tips on the right side of the screen. The combat seems good so far and is consistent with the prior titles. I don't really care for the art, it's different, but not terrible. The Ronin Shadow Tactics style of stealth gameplay is...ok so far. I know this is EA, so I expect bugs/a rough start, but I will give it a good review based on CC's prior successes and the state of the game so far.

I wish there was a neutral option to pick. In summary, if you are looking for an expedition game, this is not it. Rather, this game takes the setting of the 1600's, and infuses it with modern ideas. I am very disappointed.

If your looking at all the comments and thinking "Why is this game like this is based on the previous titles" then stop. While it holds the namesake from other titles, It is its own living breathing title and should be treated as such. Its a good game, Maybe let it cook a little longer

Вы серьёзно? В Rome вы половину игры пытались обыграть женских персонажей, а тут прямо в лоб - капитан английского корабля в 1600 году женщина, да ещё и не белая. Положительный отзыв авансом

downgrading everything bring dishonor and shame expedition voodoo might not leave EA very sad I hope they survive and make another game GODSPEED

Background: 400+ hours on Rome. Played Vikings twice. I actually kind of like the new art style, I don't mind that it's "not realistic". I like that the voice actors from Rome are back. It is fun and engaging and I have faith that the finished product will be good. However, there are some things I think need some serious work. Leveling is completely unintuitive due to the poor UI of the inventory/party management page. I want to be able to easily know my character's class and from that understand what kind of armor and weaponry they need, and all of their other stats etc., similar to Rome. Actually, if they just took the Rome version and made it Samurai colors and characters, everyone would be happy. Also I don't think changing from left-side clicking to right-side clicking makes sense and I don't prefer it.

It's an early access game and as such has some issue's but that is to be expected with an incomplete game. I thoroughly enjoyed the story, mechanics and graphics. I like the direction the product is going and am looking forward to see what else this product has to offer. Issues like bugs and amount of content are not things considered as this is not a review of a final product. If you are unsure about the product you lose nothing by waiting, but the company loses much from poorly thought out reviews. I would only recommend a person purchase ANY early access product if they are willing to accept that what they are getting in the short term amounts to snapshot of the final product.