Ghost of Tsushima Combat Tips: How to Perfect Parry + Dodge. Things I Wish I Knew Earlier

[@kidkage6376]

Lord shimura: "u must fight with Honor!" Jin: "no, I don't think I will"

[@potatomaster5570]

Jin: Haha I go Boing

[@slimarkane5735]

Lol

[@KAEL1568]

Captain Jin des

[@DanteTrickster]

I can literally see Lord Shimura crying in his bath from here

[@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial]

Lolol

[@adpbobcat]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Darkmind900]

Damn Boomer just jealous.

[@dylansalcedo2797]

Lmao so true bro

[@prettyflyforafilipin]

He’s Lord Shame-ura...

[@LilShaqi]

"Not an honourable way to fight" *Hesitation is defeat*

[@owenvader9413]

Book Of Five Rings?

[@LilShaqi]

@@owenvader9413 👍🏻 you probably the only person here who got the referance, have a cookie :D 🍪

[@maskimgalgo2046]

Come sekiro !

[@hunggamerofficial3252]

"Not an honorable way to fight" Sir Isshin pulls out a gun and "Bang", then also comes at you with the Spear and a Black Mortal Blade =)))))))

[@Von_D]

I just finished Sekiro before getting this. I'm going to regret this when I go back to Sekiro...

[@KyloBedo-]

I will not jump to dodge. That is not the samurai way. Edit: Wow, didnt know i had this many likes and comments until i fixed a KZbin issue . Thanks gamers.

[@Medic_naturalist]

For some reason I’m imagining Samurai Jack saying that

[@lordofchaos3247]

I see you haven’t played sekiro

[@blackhat4206]

@Chris Artigas That’s where my head went.

[@hunggamerofficial3252]

@Hawker75 Samurai use Shuriken(Shuriken literally means "Swords are hidden under the sleeve"), Sickle, all sorts of weapons that Samurai also say that they are "Dishonorable" =)))) Also, as a Samurai himself said "There are no "Dishonorable way, just kill them", then i would not say that "Samurai way" did even exist at all.

[@jackkseptictank]

phil erup Heavenly Strike isn’t dishonorable that’s like saying the stances are dishonorable

[@anonymoususer3535]

Tip,just for fun Leave one enemy alive after taking out a camp or patrol and use them as practice for parrys and dodges,then when your done use what you've learned and end them

[@_sigma2]

then you accidentally mess up, they kill you and the whole camp respawns :)

[@troncarter6834]

@@_sigma2 hahaha dont do this on lethal difficulty

[@_sigma2]

@@troncarter6834 my first play-through was on Lethal 🗿. I’m still convinced that Lethal is the only way to play the game haha

[@troncarter6834]

@@_sigma2 I bought the game only last week and i 100% agree. Ive only died 10000 times haha

[@rineshrajan9183]

Mine just runs away in sheer terror.😂👹

[@tarovb]

That "white slash" tip is fucking godly

[@LDub01031994]

Came for just the perfect parry advice but learned a good deal more especially with how valuable the jumping + dodge animation is. Thanks for this informative video man!

[@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial]

Happy to help and thanks for the kind words. Jump dodging FTW haha

[@effortless4588]

@@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial Make a perfect dodge tutorial I want to perfect dodge more

[@scatterbrainart]

Lysa Arryn: "You don't fight with honor!" Bronn: "No." (points to dead guy) "He did."

[@feederchua]

Love this!

[@YeOldeMachine]

Bronn is a fucking boss

[@Frank-DuxVanDamme]

I like to change stances in the middle of combo. It's mind blowing with little practice. Breake their guard,change stance, hits - light/heavy,change stance, repeat. You can "circle" all stances during fight and it will give you new perspective of the game. If I can do it,you can for sure 😉 Enjoy!

[@Gunny_101st]

OMG! Dude that jump dodge was a total game changer for me. I could NOT defeat anyone before. Now I'm lighting them up. Thank you so much 🙏

[@huskytzu7709]

Lord Shimura: *cries in honor*

[@spacetaco048]

I KNEW IT. The more I played the game the worse I got because I got used to using circle instead of x. I used x all the time to dodge in monster hunter so it took a while to get used to. But then I realized it was better in this game anyway now that my muscle memory is set in place ;-;

[@dandewizzle2479]

I am using the Kensei armor which boosts ghost weapons significantly, and I use kunai knives a ton. Because of that, I use a charm that grants 1 kunai for every perfect dodge. So I have to master the timing of the perfect dodge, so using this jump dodge technique isn't an option this playthrough. But the perfect dodges are so satisfying to pull off!

[@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial]

Ah yes if that’s your build then jump dodge won’t be your thing. I suggest check out my tsushima build playlist tho to see how much further you can optimized that kensei armour. There are many charms you can add to that armour to make it unstoppable.

[@dandewizzle2479]

@@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial will do thanks man!

[@ColossalSwordFormAndTechnique]

Other games need to copy ghost of tsushima's side steps, parries, and deflects. Most games just floor roll.

[@laughinglion6453]

Assassins creed.... (cough) (cough)

[@kellenmoon3084]

jump man..jump - stagger/dodge. this game deserves goty tbh. even if cyberpunk is living the hype, i might choose this game bcs it didint delay, it did, but sony make it that way so tlou2 could survive the sale.

[@negawatt359]

Uh fight night and ufc games

[@ezrapyne69]

@@kellenmoon3084 i chose this game 0 regrets

[@FatherMustaine6608]

@@laughinglion6453 shut tf up cough cough

[@1JayTheJet]

I been waiting for two years for this game. Just bought it and I'll have platinum trophy by next week. This game is like Batman with a sword IMO

[@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial]

How you feel about this compare to AC odyssey ? I just finished odyssey before this the similarities is strong but GTS feels less hectic and busy. Odyssey was a LOT going on.

[@1JayTheJet]

@@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial I haven't played AC in a long time ago but it do look good.

[@somewhatgoodstuff122]

@@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial Honestly, I prefer this over AC Odyssey not just because it's based on Japan though that is a factor. I like how the combat works, it's not like you have to be a certain level to kill people which is my main gripe with the new AC games and it also looks prettier.

[@thelukos]

They’ve definitely been influenced by the Arkham series and shadow of Mordor. Also amazing games

[@ScottNguyenRCAC]

Jin: It is over Khotun! I have the high ground! Khotun: You have underestimated my power!

[@IssAlistair]

I wonder how many people actually understood this 😂

[@ernestobustos5718]

Don’t try it.

[@yxx_chris_xxy]

Khotun's sith name is In Vader.

[@abhishekbagdiya8032]

General kanobi

[@ILLTh1ef]

I got the game on launch day but I only got to where he initially falls off the bridge. I took a month long break from the game and when I came back I could not fight a guy with a spear because I had no idea what to do. Your video just saved me. Now I can continue on without having to restart the game. Thank you.

[@DR3ADER1]

Time Stamps: 0:23 - Jump-Dodging + Warping 3:48 - Perfect Parrying + Aim/Bow Cancels 5:18 - Shuffle Parries/Footsies

[@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial]

Lol footsies

[@mrjamofaka]

This helped a lot, when I dodge with circle I would automatically double tap and get too far away for the counter, can't help it. Love this 😁

[@shawnveric1169]

Here some tips my friends. 1- In duels if you are struggling dodge back and do stabs with stone stance. 2- you can kill a group of 9 in like 6 seconds by hitting a 3 person standoff followed by a smoke bomb into a 3 chain assasination followed by a dance of wrath. And if you want to hit a fat 10 use heavens slash followed by a heavy attack. (Let's be real if you find 10 guys in a group you done goofed)

[@ezioauditore6371]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@vishansilva8546]

OMG THANK YOU FINALLY A SOMEONE WHO EXPLAINS THIS BETTER THE SPEARS IN THIS GAME ARE SO ANNOYING.

[@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial]

No problem. Make sure to check my tsushima playlist for more character builds you can use in this game.

[@ColossalSwordFormAndTechnique]

Learned something new, jump sideways and side step and attack. Appreciate it.

[@chubskj]

I'm so glad you're putting out content for this game. Your NBA 2k tutorials are legendary. I've watched a bunch of other combat videos and yours is far superior. Thank you sir

[@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial]

Thanks man I appreciate the kind words.my next tutorial for Tsushima will be a build tutorial. Hopefully you have time to check that out and give me some feedback on it. I am really enjoying my experience making these combat game type tutorials

[@chubskj]

@@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial got notifications turned on! I'll be ready. Loving the combat in this game. I really hope they add a new game plus mode.

[@mostunclean6619]

I just started playing GoT about two weeks ago (I know way late to the party) and I am struggling somewhat. But now I can’t wait to get back to it. That jump + dodge technique alone is a lifesaver.

[@Just_Lucky24]

There’s a technique you can unlock that one-hit kills nearly everything with a special animation if you strike after a perfect dodge. I prefer that to jumping around lol

[@retrdedngg]

Whats the technique called

[@juancarlosdunick3903]

Finally a tutorial with new and different while extremely useful advice! Thanks

[@NightOrchids]

Imo.. this is the greatest game of all time (after Diablo 2) and This is the best combat tutorial video ive seen, because the secret to combat success in Ghost is all about parrying and counter attacks.. Thanks for this.. 🙏👍

[@pixelated_horizon]

The game is great, maybe the greatest of all time (for you). But the best combat experience you can get is in SEKIRO. No game combat comes close to that game.

[@NightOrchids]

@@pixelated_horizon i must admit.. ive never played Sekiro.. but definitely going to pick it up soon,

[@pixelated_horizon]

@@NightOrchids Ofcourse bro! Hope you enjoy the game!

[@NightOrchids]

@@pixelated_horizon Thanks buddy.. It looks brilliant 👍

[@wanchaiphukerd3422]

This is the best combat guide for this game on the internet. Just start this game on pc. Has terible time with parry. Come here. Now I go for white flash and nail 90% perfect parry. Also don't know jump was super op. Now I jump dodge and kill a grope of enemies with ease. I play on hard btw. This guide made start of the game on hard more manageable.

[@jessemockler616]

Dude the step back then parry is god mode. You are essentially creating a bigger window to perfect parry so your reaction doesn't have to be as exact. Very nice .

[@CarlosXavierSouEu]

"Jin, that's not samurai way!" Lord Shimura 😂

[@Lisimojoel]

Excellent vid, sir. Subscribed. Jump dodge/warp is brilliant. Similar to the R3 concentration method (which is also VERY clever), the R2 stance change technique is effective as time also slows (depress and hold R2 as enemy attacks then initiate parry basically). Problem is you can't dodge while depressing R2. Anyway, great job!

[@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial]

If you enjoy those combat tips. I highly recommend checking out my Tsushima build videos for some advance combat tips. Check them out, would like to hear what you think in those and if they helped you have more fun with the game :)

[@ARKHAMASYLUM-qc7bw]

I’m warp kicking from now on thanks mate

[@SuperMurray2009]

0:41 Actually no. It's because jumping has invincibility frames. You can litterally defeat any enemy in the game by constantly jumping and striking and you won't take any damage. This is actually a very broken mechanical that needs to be patched.

[@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial]

Ahhhh so that’s what’s going on. I like the term, invincibility frame. That’s the perfect way to describe it.

[@SuperMurray2009]

@@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial Yeah this feature needs to be patched. It breaks the game. There's alot of features in this game that need to be patched. Like the Kunai and chain kill

[@patto2k358]

Sam Pham 2K Tutorials and RPG Tips for short

[@whatthefuck9703]

Its not broken , the tips even say that u can dodge by jumping

[@notasimpleworld6408]

@battle rifle, No it doesn’t. There are literally several NPCs that give you tips on how the jump dodge works, it’s advantages and utility. Like 3 or 4 NPCs through act 1 & 2. The last one even tells you that against well train or skilled fighters (mostly noticed it against act 3 commander groups) it is ineffective because they will attack twice, and multiple of them at once, faster than you can land or attack back. That it should be used as a distancing tactic only when surrounded because spear guys will almost always knock you out of it late game. And against bosses after 2 hits they will parry the square attack and punish or dodge and punish the kick because the recovery is slower. Jump attacks are part of a ninjas battle strategy so it makes sense for a “ghost” move to be overpowered like the rest. It’s kinda the point. Jumping in a fight is seen as rude and dishonorable hence dance like footwork being a big part of fighting. Jumps are for those who need an advantage. There are also several NPCs that tell you how to feint. Both are part of your kit from the get go but the game doesn’t tell you about them unless you find the NPCs.

[@judegrey9416]

Amaziing! I saw this tutorial years ago but had to find it again when i replayed the game. Best tutorial!

[@canebrake2561]

You sir are amazing, I love this game! Subscribed My son requested this game for me, just started playing and I’ve needed this in my life!

[@rastazrealities]

The wait was justified. Just got my copy. I also found a glitch. I was in some village and I jumped around a window and Jin floated a bit and was caught in a matrix-like floating and if I did not move the controller, he likely would be still stuck. I may do a video for my channel.

[@WhoElseButAndre]

Thanks, I’ve been getting murked lol

[@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial]

Jump and slash to close the distance. Then jump and dodge when you are closed in. Keep enemies spaced out jump away if you have to. And you should be good. Fight with patience and not emotions like Jin saids lol good luck out there

[@VeritasForYou]

The problem with jump dodging is, it does not look natural, It is better to dodge with a side step because it seems like real sword fighting and better for immersion.

[@ryshanfields8198]

After watching this video I’m just halfway into this game and I might start all back over to gain more perfect parry and max him out.. why didn’t I see this tutorial earlier... thanks bro for the info

[@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial]

Ah should be okay. Eventually you get more technique points then you need, no need to restart. I do suggest check out my Tsushima build tutorials tho those will help you map and plan out your jin’s fighting style much better.

[@mikejj697]

Good tutorial! I've been playing 1000 Hours GoT Legends and have never had someone point that out so clearly. Thx!!!

[@tylerpullen1652]

I feel like Ronny Chieng is teaching me how to play Ghosts. this is wonderful.

[@Apudurangdinya]

The first half of the game i tried so hard to avoid stealth kill ghost weapons etc, i would just barge into camps etc, but later it doesn't matter because you become ghost anyway so the rest of the game i just goes ballistic with all tools and method, it was much more fun, although i was hoping you'll get different option, dialogue/storyline when sticking with samurai code

[@bigg40khal]

My boy sam been watchin since 2k17 keep up the good work!

[@steelbear2063]

Thank you for this video. I bought Ghost of Tsushima, wanting to slay Mongols, but so far I'm the one being slayed constantly. Imma try these moves

[@steelbear2063]

Yeah no it's even worse now

[@il1680]

3:29 that shield went flying

[@anonymoususer3535]

The timing system on this game is amazing

[@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial]

Yes every fight is so cinematic and beautiful lol

[@fortypersec]

Jin might actually use this. Actually, when I first died during the fight with Khotun Khan at the end of the story, the message on the tip screen actually say that we should use jump.

[@fibby7069]

This works for almost every enemy except for one, and those are the brutes, my god. The problem is you are fooled by their axe swings and you think it is like a sweeping attack the spearmen use, but boy I was wrong when the man started trying to helicopter himself upto heaven and he did not stop swinging until my entire healthbar was down.

[@zlatyan]

stepping back is a big one if an enemy swings at you and gives you a larger window to parry for real!

[@jeffreynolin9339]

From my kendo experience, a perfect parry wouldn’t make contact with your opponent’s shinai, but is instead beating his timing with the parry-block actually being more of a safety-feign (if you’re a bit slow, your shinai would tap theirs, safely interrupting their strike), which continues as part of the smooth lightning-fast counter strike across their chest. You also wouldn’t be stepping back, but stepping in and slashing through and past. It’s a beautiful thing and it’s how I beat my opponent in my shodan sparring test.

[@6minus3minus2]

This guy fights with no honor, but he protects the people of Tsushima. Respect.

[@House_of_Green]

Best combat guide so far

[@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial]

Thank you, make sure to check out my Tsushima playlist for even more fun with exciting and unique Jin player builds.

[@Alex_Penjamin]

Glad I’m not the only one who need help with a one button move the game tells you how to do...

[@jacielgonzalez4638]

Jin: I have the high ground Mongol: You underestimate my power😂

[@antoniomargallo5317]

I don't agree, jumping should be used only when you're surrounded and if dodging takes you into someone else's attack. If you don't dodge you won't do the special combo only available after a successful dodge. If you master the long press and dual button moves, implementing them into the fight ... that's when the real fun begins. And changing stances mid-fight is a must too. Never expected Ghost of Tsushima to be this good.

[@HarshVerma-k9z]

Lord Shimura: "You don't fight with honor!" Sakai: "No." (points to Lord Adachi) "He did."

[@yashesh7264]

what a great start to video man i just spam jump and heavy atttack buttons cross and triangle buttons are way to go in this game

[@WakaFlakaFlame777]

Yo it's Sam from 2k! Love this guy

[@X2beta2]

Samurai kangaroo simulator

[@thepopeofkeke]

First 15 hour I was straight up Monty python “run away run away” or also the ever effective sonic the hedgehog hog “roll away roll away”

[@newgunz2008]

Good find on the bow trick! In these types of games there are usually many types of slowdown though. I'm thinking that there's probably a stance switch/equipment select menu that'll most likely slow down the game too. Maybe you can do something with that?

[@mozza4209]

If u go into stance select it slows down a ton, it’s good for parrying if your a beginner or playing on harf

[@berang2mobatv]

"This is not the samurai way, Jin!"

[@Alex_Penjamin]

4:47 very helpful thanks 🙏

[@tylerpullen1652]

WARPING CAN BE SERIOUS. i dig it

[@jean1718]

instead of the bow trick you can just slow down time with the switching stance screen.

[@kmt7612]

Miss them 2k17 team up games 😢

[@lgwills77]

Thank you for this information!! It makes things so much easier

[@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial]

If you enjoyed this I definitely suggest to go see more combat tips and build tutorials from my Tsushima playlist. Lots of even better information there :)

[@jkelso49able]

Yo, love this video. I've been kinda instinctively jump dodging because sometimes Jin won't move. Also I've been not doing the assassin style fighting so I have like 6-8 people on me and jumping is definitely the way. Also Never thought about that bow trick. kinda makes me think about the archer armor

[@postfreedom578]

Sir you are the ghost frog samurai. My bow to you.

[@TuorTheBlessedOfUlmo]

You can also just hold right trigger to slow time for a few secs without need needing to use concentration

[@marty8765]

I know I'm late but you can also hold r2 to change stances and that will also slow down time, I used it in the first Ryuzo fight

[@MurryTic]

Thanks for this vid. This will make my Jin's life much better. :D

[@killerqueendopamine]

Excellent excellent guide! From advice to the editing.

[@davidtsmith33]

I'm really getting to like both parrying and dodging. Was pretty ok with dodging before but perfect parrying the timing was iffy. I've played this game so much now including more practice with parrying I'm finally pretty confident with it. And this is without the parrying/dodging charm which I can't tell you the last time I slotted it in. I'm eagerly looking forward to executing this jump dodge combo first thing tomorrow as I believe it will add an extra skill. I tried doing it after I commented last but got it wrong so didn't try it further. What I was doing was just jumping to evade, then counter and was getting clipped. Having replayed the tutorial twice times since last I now realise I gotta jump and dodge leading into the counter. So looking forward to trying it out. Also the slow mo parry.

[@relaxingnature3509]

You are Awesome man. This is Awesome

[@HamBone420_]

You the goat for that Mann 😂😂💯

[@season6ix153]

Very helpful. Thank you !

[@Exaust_SCF]

You forgot to mention the mizu no kami talisman that makes parry and dodge easier to realize 😉

[@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial]

That charm actually isn’t the best in the game. On my next tutorial I will show you guys the build I have been using. Fun and effective and most op in game. Key is to avoid the parry charm

[@Yeti1473]

@@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial I have the parry charm but decided not to use it since if I learn to parry and get good, it's basically a free charm spot.

[@opgam3r482]

(I think you put this out a little early... I can only jump over low sweeping attacks... The blue clothed Scimitar-like Sword wielding enemies or any hitbox that swings to Jin @ any vertical angle hits him...) I like the auto kick trick however...

[@PigWiggins]

THANK YOU SO MUCH, OMG. I'm here because I love playing Legends with matchmaking but I am consistently WAY worse than whoever I'm teamed up with and I feel awful for being such a shitty teammate haha. Granted I basically just started so I haven't had a chance to build up my character but still, I can tell I'm just not as good as other people haha. I'm really hoping this will help! 🤞

[@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial]

Also check out my legend mode build tutorials those should help a ton. Enjoy !

[@buzzpain8222]

Thanks bloodborne for making it easier for me to perfect parry in all games. Oh and the video was a great tip and tricks thanks.

[@creatorDholu]

Thank you for the information.

[@nf4866]

I'm looking forward to trying this out in legends.

[@davidtsmith33]

Wow. This is great. Gonna try this.

[@MorseCodeMC]

Bro we need you back in the 2k community

[@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial]

I am lol I work for the bucks right now I’m the 2k league. I am their gameplay analyst ^_^ and don’t worry I will all over 2k comes 2k21

[@MorseCodeMC]

Sam Pham NBA 2K20 Tips and Tutorial oh my bad that’s amazing. Congrats bro and look forward to what you bring to the table next year. Everyone gives Lamonsta credit for the 2 way slashing playmaker but I watched your videos the day the demo dropped and you pointed out how that will be the meta lock build. Turns out you were right. Also you were right about the 6’9 C’s. Clearly know your stuff. Respect.

[@Cunnysmythe]

Some great tricks here

[@hedition9346]

Honor died on the beach.

[@officialglo.boi.j_yt6385]

Appreciate you my boy 💯💯🙏

[@hondaman6918]

Great tips, thanks!

[@vlum4527]

thanks for the tips.... not sure i have the reflex to parry when i see white, but the jump avoid is a great tip.

[@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial]

Jump avoid is huge. I suggest check out my Tsushima build tutorial. I did a boss fight and a specific build there when the jump avoid concept is even more effective when you got the right armour and charm sets.

[@umrnavy8282]

KZbin is spying me on how i play the game thats why it recommended me this video.. 😂 Edit: i didnt know about the white flash one.. Thanks for this!

[@GreatOldOne9866]

Effectiveness is most important. Honor died on the beach.

[@melosmoov2u]

Holy crap! I will definitely be trying these techniques. Excellent video 👍👌

[@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial]

Thank you. Yes especially early game when your Jin is low in technique points. That jumping dodge is gonna save your plenty of times

[@lonewolf5238]

Best combat tutorial I've seen yet. Thank you!

[@Vilandra08]

Thank you so much for this - very helpful :)

[@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial]

Your welcome ! I suggest to check out my builds video playlist to find all the fun and different styles you can attack this great game with

[@hayabusa9289]

i dont dodge but i can kill................................................... a hostage.

[@SafCos0Plays]

If you have completed sekiro, tsushima combat will feel like cakewalk to you

[@eja35oz]

idk the whole jumping instead of parry ruins the experience for me. It just doesn't look good

[@NardoVogt]

You wouldn't do it when fighting with a sword. Balance and a secure stance is everything. I think it is interesting, but I'd rather use the parry more efficiently.

[@tjeerd2176]

I just bought this game and Im pumped!!

[@HBent9286]

if only I had known this 20hrs ago when I had nothing, but it will still apply now and onward because enemies are getting tougher. thanks for one of the most helpful vids I've seen

[@SamPhamNBA2KTipsandTutorial]

Thanks man. That means a lot to me. Is always great hearing feedback like this from my viewers so I know how to make even better tutorials on RPG type games for you guys going forward