Reception
GameSpy noted her similarity in Soulcalibur II to her sister in terms of fighting style, but added "thanks to some intelligent changes she feels like a whole new gal in many important respects". IGN commented on the similarity as well, but added that regardless she played "noticeably different". PSM praised her appearance, featuring her in their 2003 "Girls of Summer" video game character "swimsuit" special, as well as on the issue's cover.
GameDaily described her as a character that "grew into her own" since her appearance in Soulcalibur II, and later stated her appearance in Soulcalibur IV "looked better than ever" and described the character as "gorgeous". Edge praised the changes to her character in Soulcalibur IV, adding that they made her feel like "a fresh addition to the series". Kotaku also praised her design in Soulcalibur IV in contrast to other females in the series, stating Namco "Thankfully exercised a tad more restraint" and further calling her the female character "you'll be picking when Mom comes over".
In 2008, IGN listed Cassandra as one of the series' top ten fighters at number eight, noting a large fan following and admiration for her "spunk." In 2011, GameFront ranked her breasts as 25th "greatest boobs in video game history".
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