Best combat system I've ever experienced.
The intuitive controls, lightening-quick traversal, and satisfying duals with grunt enemy and intimidating boss alike make Sekiro a credit to FromSoft's already stellar lineup of interactive epics. I've waited my entire life to play a game wherein every encounter with every enemy felt challenging and engaged, and Sekiro made that possible by combining a skill-based combat loop that rewards strong reflexes and is bolstered by a section of inventive gadgets and an abundance of enemy variety. These legendary duals take place with a backdrop of atmospheric music and a gorgeous setting which captures the beauty of both historic Japan, and Japanize folklore.
Honestly, if this game had a story I cared about and a bit more variety in terms of bosses, it could have taken my top spot for FromSoft games. Sadly, Sekiro's boss roster would be sparce by FromSoft standards even without all the repeated encounters. I found the characters to be cliched and underdeveloped with lethargic vocal performances not doing them any favors for memorability; And the storytelling and lore also failed to captivate me. I would never say the game has a bad story, but it's not one that I will remember.
I can only say this game represents the best if gameplay is the only factor, but that gameplay will stick with me as long as I continue to play video games. FromSoft is among my favorite game studios, and I consider Sekiro among their greatest acomplishments.
The intuitive controls, lightening-quick traversal, and satisfying duals with grunt enemy and intimidating boss alike make Sekiro a credit to FromSoft's already stellar lineup of interactive epics. I've waited my entire life to play a game wherein every encounter with every enemy felt challenging and engaged, and Sekiro made that possible by combining a skill-based combat loop that rewards strong reflexes and is bolstered by a section of inventive gadgets and an abundance of enemy variety. These legendary duals take place with a backdrop of atmospheric music and a gorgeous setting which captures the beauty of both historic Japan, and Japanize folklore.
Honestly, if this game had a story I cared about and a bit more variety in terms of bosses, it could have taken my top spot for FromSoft games. Sadly, Sekiro's boss roster would be sparce by FromSoft standards even without all the repeated encounters. I found the characters to be cliched and underdeveloped with lethargic vocal performances not doing them any favors for memorability; And the storytelling and lore also failed to captivate me. I would never say the game has a bad story, but it's not one that I will remember.
I can only say this game represents the best if gameplay is the only factor, but that gameplay will stick with me as long as I continue to play video games. FromSoft is among my favorite game studios, and I consider Sekiro among their greatest acomplishments.