This one kind of flew under the radar for me back when it came out but with all the hype surrounding the sequel, it seemed like a great time to play the first game ($30 USD).

Definitely have never played an RPG quite like it. It’s extremely difficult for me so far but not in a rage-inducing way, more like I keep dying because I’m playing it like Skyrim. It feels like a slow burn type of game, where the more time I invest in my character, the stronger he’ll become and the more enjoyable the game will be.

Anyone else playing the first game right around now?

  • SmoothOperator@lemmy.world
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    5 days ago

    Try to use the combat skills you’ve unlocked instead of spamming thrust.

    General combat advice:

    • Train your battle skills with Bernard(?) at the training ground. Both to get some XP and to learn some important moves other than spamming thrust.
    • Master stroke (?) is a really useful riposte move which will make things a lot easier.
    • In general, avoid taking on more than one opponent until you’re well-armored
    • Use the right weapon, ideally a type you’ve both trained with and which is effective against your type of foe, e.g. warhammer for armoured foes.