Ghost Of Tsushima - Review And Historical Evaluation

[@maximusatlas9377]

Hey metatron. If I may ask. Could you do a video about this time period? I think it would be fun and interesting to put some people up to date in this timeline so we can enjoy the game more when it comes out.

[@Twilight_Samurai]

Chris Jetstream Agreed. I've seen too many people referencing various concepts from the Sengoku and Edo periods when talking about this game. It's truly a shame that the Kamakura period hardly gets any attention.

[@FrankTheDoomriderJohansen]

YES!!!! DO IT!!! hahha!!

[@bloodndestroy]

Especially since Kamakura was when the martial ways of Japan were truly being formed

[@Hostility1812]

His entire channel is full of Samurai stuff. So if you have time there’s a ton of videos provided already.

[@maximusatlas9377]

N Hosto oh I know that but just because its samurai doesnt mean its all the same. Thats why I asked for this video

[@miceatah9359]

yess pls turn it onto a series its so much fun to play a game and know what is historically correct and what not u brilliant thx for the work u pit in

[@joshwhite557]

I think they're going for a more romanticized samurai game than a historically accurate one. Also heard that the protagonist will also become a ninja at some point in the game.

[@TheS0ris]

josh white Would make sense with the title of Ghost and we already see a grappling hook in the trailer.

[@ventedthesenuts]

Soris that is a diffrent game you are thinking about the formsoft game saiko but i will let it slide due to 5 samurai esc games that look the same are coming out around the same time with the same overused artsy style

[@hollowficate]

Sucker Punch already mentioned on PSX last year that they are not gonna make historical accurate game but their on take of the history.

[@alexdhamp]

Doesn't he don a romanticized "ninja mask" in one of the earlier trailers, too?

[@ethandonnelly1973]

Soris Ghost of Tsushima made me think Ninja immediately. And I sorta hope it does a good job of it because I've been hoping for an open world Ninja game forever. Assassins creed does open combat better than stealth so it partially scratched the itch but I literally need an open ninja game holy crap

[@MultiRv90]

For the graphics, its true for most games but when it's sony's first party games, its usually the same or even upgraded. Examples like God of War, Infamous Second Son. Etc. Ghost of Tsushima is made by Suckerpunch that made infamous, so it's safe to say that the game will look good on the release.

[@cirescythe]

MultiRv90 exactly. In some recent cases like horizon zero dawn they even polished the graphics in comparison to the reveal material. Visually ghost falls in line with the other first party titles. Presentation is stunning but the sheer quality is not that much above last years first party lineup

[@tech6985]

And for me a unbearable frame rate.

[@katsura2605]

MultiRv90 shutup zura..go play your twin famicom..katsuo

[@vane909090]

Those graphics are totally wasted on a console. They should've made a PC port, too.

[@dillydilly8317]

Adam B wasted how? Looks better than any pc game ive seen and its pn console, oh and its an exclusive so youll never get it on pc

[@Hirome_Satou]

The developers have mentioned that you start the game not being very good at anything, but you can train to use more Samurai or Ninja weapons down different weapon paths. They also mentioned there will be a defense stamina bar, where you will be invulnerable for the duration of that bar, but almost instantly die if you can't block.

[@saber2802]

I hope theres a dodge button. I like the idea of getting near death from a single attack.

[@zensoredparagonbytes3985]

Got any link to that video? If so, thanks. Much appreciated

[@d.mat.zero6525]

I prefer a parry button over a block button. But this game looks epic

[@gingercore69]

D. Mat.Zero6 i like the way it works in m&bwb you have to block in the direction of the hit, or if you atack just as you get hit you parry the hit before attacking... Doesnt look ad nice, but the sydtem is great...

[@Usammityduzntafraidofanythin]

Read that as party button. Push button to throw a party. I'm so lonely.

[@d.mat.zero6525]

A Guy With Zeratul as His Profile Pic it there was a button that I could sacrifice my teammates I would push it happily. If you think I’m terrible let’s not forget the term trap fodder exists for a reason... yeah I’m awful

[@Usammityduzntafraidofanythin]

+D.Mat.Zero6 You openly admit you're awful? Fuck you.

[@d.mat.zero6525]

A Guy With Zeratul as His Profile Pic sarcasm bro, sarcasm

[@ArrowsInTheMoon]

I love how you give shout outs to people who you want to support, its very kind and it gives us the opportunity to find other things that align with our interests.

[@shizanketsuga8696]

About the player character holding his blade sideways: I saw a video on a gaming channel where they made the observation that the developer playing the game always held the triangle button, only releasing it for the actual strike, so it could well be that this stance is the result of the character "holding" a strike.

[@shira_yone]

Shizanketsuga can you link the video, or at least give the title of the video?

[@shizanketsuga8696]

It was on Laymen Gaming. Should be this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hnPcqGeLn7KnhJY

[@GrahamChapman]

Personally, I feel the way Jin holds the sword may be a reference to Lone Wolf And Cub... Considering that the game is more about capturing the spirit of samurai media, like Akira Kurosawa's films, rather than the historical accuracy of the period, it makes sense (at least to me) that it would also reference one of the most well known samurai comics out there.

[@rameyzamora1018]

Raf can read the telephone book and I will watch and upvote!

[@metatronyt]

LOL

[@rinflame44]

Do they make Japanese phone books? Shall we have a video of Metatron commenting on Japanese names reading frome a phone book? :)

[@conesinker_4209]

Like

[@kyomademon453]

the armors also look like they're from later periods, very slim, kamakura period armors give a bit more chunky appearance

[@MrJaipastrouvedenom]

It's nice now that the game has been out a while, that yes, there are different stances to adapt to the type of weapon and shield the enemies use :) I don't know if he's done a cideo discussing the different stances and how realistic they are ?

[@THEXRULAX]

*They died in a tornado*

[@MalaysianChopsticks]

Deus then tried again

[@mikeyylol4574]

Deus do they really?

[@TamagoSenshi]

and then died in a tornado. Mikeyy, watch Bill Wurtz's "History of Japan," it's an amazing video

[@jwpdsrp693]

@Urban Student Prepper mongooks... was that just a misspell?

[@jwpdsrp693]

@Urban Student Prepper no i was just curious if you were being racist, i guess not.

[@CentralHighland]

Some of your videos really helped me for my modeling stuff, thanks!

[@O_LoboIberico]

I think this has already been talked about a lot in the past, but viewing a video about the accuracies of the movie Gladiator would be very cool! Brilliant videos btw! The roman reenactments and historical videos are among the best on youtube. Keep on the good work!

[@scarecrow2097]

I got to admit it was pretty adorable to give a shout out to your ex mate XD

[@ErebosGR]

But how historically accurate is Chibi-chan?

[@date2masamune]

let's not forget that the developer said that the main character have to adapt to this invasion, that's why he's using a grapple hook. I don't think they're going for total historical accuracy, they will go for it whenever possible but will sacrifice it to make their game, putting their own spin to tell their story.

[@andreagullo1700]

Not only Tsushima is located between the korean peninsula and the japanese islands, but we have to say that the mongolian ability to build ships was inferior to the experience of the koreans, then the fleet was directly of korean production. Moreover, formally the request of invasion of Japan was sent directly by the Wang of Korea (Chungnyeol) to Kublai Khan (probably forced, because Goryeo was formally free but in practice was slave of the mongol empire at that period).

[@AyBee9725]

I was waiting for this video!! Yeah!!! Thank you so much!

[@Kenjitsuka]

AWESOME that you made this video; just what I was hoping for! :D

[@osamashuqom]

Yes! The first thing i thought about when i saw the game was you making a video on it!

[@BurneeA]

Im Mongolian and i do study medieval history relating to mongol empire. I got couple of things to mention. 1. Mongols launched their invasion from korean peninsula. Majority of the soldiers were Koreans and some Chinese. I know this will not be mentioned because they will not wanna piss off Koreans and especially Chinese fans. So they will just change this fact. I don't care how many mongols they kill. We are like the Nazis at this point. But for sake of god, keep some accuracy there. By that time Mongol empire was unification of hundreds of ethnic groups under mongol rule, there could have been so many variety of people represented. 2. The language was just horrendous. Atrocious accent. Why couldn't they hire Mongolians living in America for voice actors like they did for Netflix Marco Polo. How hard would it be? They would gladly do it for you, since Hollywood and the west show our culture with so many error we are literally dying for a correct portrayal. 3. The armors were questionable. You can find accurate armor photos from museums all over the internet. Since the team went for anachronistic aesthetics for the Japanese themselves then why would they even bother. Again, don't tell me oh this is just a video game man chill. I wont. And also don't tell me to wait for the game to be released and then make my statement. This is what they show to us.

[@Lo-tf6qt]

It's nice to see a Mongolian on the internet , you hardly see any these days

[@GrahamChapman]

1. While true, I can still understand their decision if they decide not make the enemies we'll cut down in droves too varied. After all, there's probably only so many NPC faces they can squeeze into one game. It's basically a question of pragmaticism. 2. See, this is the kinda criticism that I care about. I don't understand the Mongolian language, don't even know what it sounds like with proper pronounciation, but for the sake of authenticity and immersion, I still want it to sound right, and I don't think it's too much to demand of Sucker Punch that they hire a dozen-or-so Mongols to record voice lines. 3. They've already covered this in interviews: Sucker Punch are not aiming for an accurate historical portrayal of the invasion of Tsushima with this game. Rather, they're trying to capture the spirit of what people associate samurai with in order to make it the best samurai experience. They basically take inspiration from Akira Kurosawa's movies rather than history books.

[@sunbropooks7450]

(Plays ghost of tsushima) i-is that a metatron over there! P-please let us enjoy the fact we can cut the universe in half with our katanas, please please please! *Metatron*: You gonna learn some history today!

[@airdash_armadillo5072]

I have mad respect for you metatron! Cool to see that you know a lot about games aswell.

[@Isteyak-78]

its not a Samurai Game... its a samurai Movie game

[@eszytheghost4332]

I watched you're howcast katana video and never realized that,that video makes me and my friends beating each other with bokkens like we know what were doing

[@rehanlbpwed9719]

during an interview the dev said that the story revolves around MP learning and using other methods of martial arts to counter the mongolians .and isint going for historical accuarcy

[@CrowBag]

You’re a flipping hero Metatron. Ive been waiting for this to appear in a video of yours.

[@Sylentmana]

Excellent video. I would like to point out that when Jin uses the Iaido strike he doesn’t actually cut through the Mongol’s armor. Watch closely and you’ll see the Mongol grab his neck as he stumbles forward. I think the strike sliced his jugular open.

[@TheS0ris]

Sylentmana Yes! The blood also came from there.

[@ppsarrakis]

Finally you are on the right track on video types!

[@DontStopThinking]

Excellent video! Many of these are the points I have brought up in my facebook page, but you have presented them much better than I did. I would also like to add that the mongol warrior's armor should look more like Yuan Dynasty armor since it was Khubilai Khan who sent the invasion force and he had conquered China for a good number of years by that time. The Monk's robe also looks Korean instead of Japanese. It might be explainable by the fact that Tsushima is very close to Korea, but it is still looked strange at a glance.

[@Lobster_Lars]

Love the video, Raf! > Looking more professional and crisp every day.

[@MasterWooPing]

Dear Metatron.could you maybe analyze The New Wulin faction from for Honor? I’m really interested how hysterical accurate the 4 new heroes are!

[@zerrowolf6747]

I second this although its a maybe a bit early.

[@MasterWooPing]

ZerroWolf just by their armor weapon and looks etc.

[@Cookiesdiefrombehind]

I can tell you now: not very. They seem to be based on Chinese paintings and temple statues. They are definitely not Yuan, Ming or Qing dynasty period armours. Perhaps you can attribute them to Tang or Song dynasty.

[@brandonnieves3574]

Apimon I have not seen a lot from for honor but with the Shaolin character the bo staff work is good and the combat is somewhat realistic and the stances are ok but in real life varies for the fighter.

[@luxarembrin5717]

Nice video. Are yougoing to do a video on the cinese heros coming to For Honor?

[@miguelsuarez-solis5027]

I like your blocking idea. I would say that in easy mode it should just be hold down block on normal is press block at the right time and in hard I'd be like the blocking in kingdom come where you have to aim the block... Which I hate lol

[@KnightsWithoutATable]

Yari and bow added to this with stances would be really cool. Each has an advantage and would suit different play styles. It would also be cool if there was a Kempo option that used bare hands and/or bare hand and tanto. Have a skill tree with major branches of each for more options and play styles. You could also add in weapon pick ups on the battle field (get more arrows, pick up a yari) and have disarms and weapon damage. A sword could need repairing after some time in battle if it took a bad block or hit hard armor. It wouldn't be broken and could still cause injury, it would just be ineffective, so picking up another blade even though you are not used to it would be a good idea. As far as disarms, even the ray or shark skin handle wraps can not prevent a weapon from slipping out of your hands in battle. Fatigue of you hands, mud, water, sweat, and blood are going to loosen your grip. This is why swordsmanship has you train to have a solid grip, but it will not always guarantee that you won't loose your sword. Weapons breaking if used after being damaged would be a nice mechanic too. Applying all these to NPC's as well, except for maybe picking up other weapons, and at a higher chance (since they are not the protagonist and a badass) would make the combat really satisfying and add even more depth to the game. Another weapon that could be added would be kanabo of various types (i.e. tetsubo is one), but I am unsure of the historical use of them, but they are iconic and would make a fun weapon to use for for the player and great for NPCs to have as well.

[@dustinakadustin]

Holding out for your review of the final release 😍

[@sithispadomay7124]

I love the video Raf. They did say they weren't going for historical accuracy, though.

[@TheRunningComedian]

I'm so glad you made this.

[@URN-A55]

The style of combat you are talking about is in the game “sword of the samurai” it has 3 stances and each stance has unique attack which each slash or stab is chosen by you and the deferent style of block, you can actually choice how you attack and what attack you use it is very realistic in this way. The blocking is ALL about timing and if you miss you can get hit and die. There are also attack parry when opponents use combos and counter the attack with a one hit kill. Each stance has a maximum of 7 hit combo or 6 and it has multiple counter which can kill at first attack. All stance of kenjutsu and kendo is implemented. Everything is all about timing and right stance to use or attack against opponents choice of stance and attack. As you get older also your stats varies in skills, speed, power etc etc, there are many stats. Now if you implement this type of combat of realism into this game it would be the most realistic game of samurai combat ever created. But it is very very tactical style of gaming, which in this days days of gaming I am not certain if people might handle is mechanics since games now days is mostly about spamming the buttons. It’s a very old game, same era as the way of the samurai in ps2. Check it out. Sword of the samurai.

[@Forlorn_Tetrahedron]

The stance used by the MC exists because from the 3rd person perspective it is the best way for the player to see the blade or the whole katana. It's the same thing as in "star wars: force unleashed 1/2" the MC holds the blade/s in reverse so you can actually see the weapon most of the time.

[@MrCyclos1985]

Hey, Metatron! I really enjoy your videos. In fact, I have just subscribed. I am also a practitioner of Kenjutsu and, to me, it seems that the protagonist´s stance is a very stylized version of a katate wakigamae. The Heiho Niten Itchi Ryu has a similar kamae, however it has two swords instead of one (the tachi being held in a similar position). In any case, the use of such style would be completely anachronistic during the time period being shown in the game. Would love to discuss further, if you wish to. On another note, the bending over during horse ride with a katana puts me off. Any one who ever held a real katana would know that the sword would simply slip out of the scabbard. Thanks for the great video.

[@Aidian1]

It drove me so bonkers how they avoided every question about how the combat actually functions. The stance question was a great one because it did seem at times the characters were switching stances

[@jeanMvang]

Have you or will you ever do videos on Uesugi Kenshin I am a big fan of this particular warlord.

[@showmae8459]

As always you used a great degree of accuracy in your analysis. Ottimo lavoro , Metatron!

[@CormacWrites8]

Speaking of games with blocking moves, have you ever tried "Kengo: Legend of The 9?" I'm garbage at timing blocks so I was just average on it, but I loved being Miyamoto and dueling Sasaki.

[@irasac1]

have you ever read the manga vagabond? it's a adaptation of musashi's story, would like to know what you think of it

[@broxim9668]

awesome video, could you also talk about For Honors chinese Faction?

[@takoshihitsamaru4675]

Interesting video, mate :) Though there is something you should know, there is actually a trailer before this one that shows off more of the environments, armour and narrative. The general gist is that Jin, the protagonist, is defeated by the Mongols and has to change up his tactics, he starts killing from the shadows and becomes a Shinobi (The Ghost of Tsushima). So while I expect some historical accuracies, it is an open-world action/adventure stealth game first and foremost. The stance changing would definitely be a welcome feature though.

[@personbelowmesmells9867]

I know you play for honour so what do you think of the marching fire dlc coming October

[@blablablabla8290]

Crazy they even didn't really put a hub in

[@dbuyandelger]

a lot people claiming they got the armor of Mongols wrong. We don't have many surviving specimen, the best exhibits can be found in Russian museums, but the armour of Mongols likely have been different from the ones worn by warrior in the Invasion of Japan. In Mongolian historical dramas what is usually shown are mail armour with a chest plate, leather armour with chest plate. I haven't seen much lamellar. But these movies show a period after the fall of Yuan. Although, I can't say much about the armour, the haircut on the Mongols are spot on

[@ahmadmuhammadadamu7314]

In hindsight regarding the stance system, I think they were a later addition, possibly after watching videos such as this and other community feedback, which was why he avoided to answer the interviewers question. I remember watching an extended pre-release gameplay footage during Ramadan where the issue was finally definitively addressed featuring a samurai mode and a ghost mode.

[@electric_boogaloo496]

I really like the Soul Calibur style of changing stances. Hold attack botton after certain attacks to change stances. Attack can really flow from stance to stance in that system.

[@rng_lord1276]

When the new Soul Caliber comes out you should analyze Mitsurugi as he does feature different stances. Obviously lots of them are flashy and just meant to be cool but it would be interesting to know what you think.

[@jrw3349]

Are you also going to do an evaluation on assassins creed odyssey?

[@nije1x]

What did you think of For Honor at E3 2018? Are looking forward to the new characters and game mode that are coming in October?

[@alexadame7389]

If it's not like a for honor stance switching ,then it might be one button for blocking and two buttons for attacking a horizontal attack and a vertical attack that you can mix up the two in response how your opponent is blocking ,if that makes sense

[@galvintky6733]

Can you talk about the for Ho or new Chinese fashion and characters ?

[@talionunnamedkys1145]

Do you think you could make a video about the upcoming game sekiro? Id be quite interested to see your opinion on it.

[@winnerthepooh3866]

Can you do a new ranking when the new for Honor heroes come out?

[@dustinthewind357]

Can you talk more about the Mongolian leather armor?

[@quen_anito]

I've gotta stop you with regards to the quiver... She's not wearing it correctly, she's wearing it the wrong way around. For a right-handed shooter, the fletchings should be above her left shoulder and the points should be near her right hip. The way she's wearing it currently, she would have to reach around her waist in order to get hold of an arrow.

[@CAP198462]

Hey Raf, could the pose at 5:57 be an iaido thing? Had the character not moved I bet his next animation would be a sheathing move, just a thought. Another thought, AC: Odyssey is begging for a thrashing, “spartan kick,” how about no, never happened.

[@carbonsx3]

Did I miss you getting new camera/production gear? This one of the first videos of yours that haven't had crushed blacks on my display... excellent video quality on this one man! Nice bokeh! ;D Also from another channel who was watching the demo at E3, the player doing the demo pressed and held the triangle button as he was being approached by the first opponent in that 3 man fight at the beginning, where the character puts his hand to his sword, and when released, within proper range, the character performed the quick draw attack... not stance related of course but it looks like there some depth or at least interesting features to the combat system in the game.

[@metatronyt]

I simply got new lenses :D I'm glad you like it and interesting info thanks

[@_p_5764]

Nice to hear that note on Bushido Blade.

[@fattiger6957]

Thanks for this video, Metatron. I was interested in finding out some historical perspective on this game. When they were talking about this game they kept on referencing samurai movies and I believe most of them were set in the edo period. Plus, I think some historical accuracy will be sacrificed to fulfill the iconic samurai image from pop culture. So, don't be surprised if they mention bushido and feature the really iconic samurai armour from later periods. I think bows might be in the game, but I'm not sure about the yari. To your average joe, samurai = katana. I'm not sure what the combat will be like. There is only so realistic you can make combat in a game with the controllers available to us before it become tedious and not fun. I agree with having stances (but you can't have that many) for different types of attacks. The key is just making it simple enough to easily memorize and complex enough to be challenging for your average gamer. (thank you for spelling armour the proper way, like a civilized man.)

[@MalaysianChopsticks]

After years of learning the Japanese culture from you. I couldn’t finish watching the trailer bugging me with the inaccuracies. I rolled my eyes watching the combat and seeing the Mongols partly Samurai. XD

[@kyrukun]

Any recommended channels to learn kenjutsu

[@Kotoy1]

metal gear rising has the push button and switch into block stance mechanic. however, you can only transition into the blocking stance when there is an actual attack incoming, and if you press the button to block right before the enemy hits you, it will instead parry, followed by a counter attack of your own

[@marcomendicino3997]

Graphics look good and I think they will look kind of the same in release too, but I wouldn't go that far in saying it will be the best looking game. Cleverly, the camera was almost constantly facing the setting/rising sun, which makes every game, even an old one, look good. During the parts when the sun and its reflections weren't in-your-face the game looked much more standard. Still a very good standard mind you. AI also doubt there will be directional stances, for a very simple reason: the camera isn't facing your character's back during combat. That would make choosing direction of attacks and blocks pretty unconfortable and confusing. By the way great and interesting video, Metatron. As always.

[@Kkaapoww]

Awesome video! I love this kind of stuff, but next time, show off some more historical representations/examples of what you're referring to. Combat techniques, weapons, armor, it's all fun to look at.

[@darrinscott6612]

I would love to see more of this kind of content. In particular I would be interested to hear on what you had to say about Assassin's Creed Origins

[@megashadowdancer1]

I wanted to ask a general question. What are some historically accurate channels/documentaries about ninja, samurai, & Japanese culture that you would recommend. I love Japanese history & believe fact is more interesting than romanticized. I trust your opinion.

[@SeiryuNanago]

I was waiting for this video :)

[@alexanderurbanyak1857]

I think the developer said they are not going for historical accuracy. It's set in a real time period but as for the story and combat, it's fantasy and their interpretation of real events. I think the developers could be excused from mixing time periods, but it's good to know nonetheless. Combat looks pretty grounded which is awesome. It looks like it won't take many well-timed swings to kill people, so I don't think it will feel like the Witcher. The final game might change quite a bit, it might be good if you tag this video as a demo review. Great video mate!

[@johnnysomething153]

Great vid as always

[@thibautcaradec9758]

I knew you would do a review of this game haha !

[@ZekeAxel]

Can we get a vid on the Chinese faction in For Honor?

[@AL4RC0NR4MO5]

Hey Metatron, could you do a video about Japanese scabbard belt attachment. Scholargladiatoria did a video not too long ago with Tod's Stuff about different ways in which medieval European sword scabbards were worn on belts throughout history. I'd be interested in a comparison with the Japanese way of wearing a Katana/ Any other Japanese methods!

[@sevenproxies4255]

That stance looks very awkward. What I learned from my stint in kendo and kenjutsu was that the hand closest to the handguard is not the "driving" hand when performing a cut. The hand gripping the bottom of the handle (closest to the pommel) is where the force is. And from a perspective of physics, it makes the most sense since the further up the handle you grip the sword, the LESS lever action you get. In kendo, the hand closest to the handguard is supposed to be the "guiding" hand that manouevers the blade.

[@fernandobarros9267]

Are you gonna cover the new heroes in For Honor ?

[@manguy01]

Helpful correction: A game interface is called a "H.U.D." This stands for "Heads-Up Display." A term coined for the transparent display that is used in fighter planes so that pilots don't have to look down at the console to orient themselves with their instruments.

[@metatronyt]

Isn't that the word I used?

[@AlifyaNursukmaForicha]

Metatron, can you review about weapon from dynasty warrior(4-8)? Especially weapon like Cao Ren (the shield), Xu Shu, Cao Pi (dw5), Guan Xing (dw8)

[@ctam79]

Was wondering when you were you going to do this...I'm sold on this game no matter what anyone thinks...though...gotta say though I think The Last of Us II looked better graphically due to the facial details.

[@MultiRv90]

ctam79 It's all of the gameplay. Not really a fan of TLoU gameplay.

[@Mikesman1000]

Ooooh nice im very happy too see this ones from you

[@gingercore69]

Ive seen a similar stance in a kung fu demostration, but doesnt look exactly the same it was the blade in front and the other hand was at the back with the palm showing as if pushing something something back with it

[@gingercore69]

that there MIGHT be a stance like that, so we should look for other martial arts that may or may not have that stance, just to know if there IS such a stance in a martial arts... it wouldnt make it historicaly acurate, but we would know a bit more about something, and knowledge is rarely a bad thing... even less when its about something trivial, it cant be bad to know about it...

[@JohnJhon李中松]

hey they've realesed a New extended gameplay footage , can we expect a vídeo with your impressions?

[@metatronyt]

Yes!

[@JohnJhon李中松]

@@metatronyt great, i was hoping to hear your opinion on the stances , so far only two has been shown, Stone and water stance, but the are two more, i Wonder If it's hás something to do with chi, sui, fui and ka no kata, or the go rin no sho book from Miyamoto musashi

[@oi_its_corky]

Bushido blade was an awesome game. I was very young when I started playing that, pretty sure my old man still has it

[@TotalWarDocumentaries]

Please make a historical analysis about the new heroes coming to for honor

[@Bryanether]

I think it's called Iaijutsu, a technique of counter-attacking from the draw (correct me if I am wrong). I'm really hoping for that discipline to be available. It appears to be in the trailer...kind of. I am still excited for this game. Love the video as always.

[@aaronblankenship5119]

A kamkura period video would be awesome!!!

[@bigdaddykratos5514]

I don't think deeper complexity necassarily makes a game's combat more satisfying. I really hate it when people make that argument. The Souls games and Bloodborne don't have particularly complex combat, but the combat in those games is pretty top notch, at least in terms of the boss fights.

[@rogerlacaille3148]

Is there any truth to what I've heard about the use of lacquered bamboo armour?

[@elevown]

Nioh does have 3 stances? Also - blocking just before the sword hits you IS in these games, and it does give you an advantage - they just call it parrying. They keep the just hold a button to block system in because frankly, parry timing is just too hard for a lot of people. They said they are going for a difficulty like say Horizon - they want it to be accessible to the average gamer - not only hardcore skilled gamers. As long as it is diverse and fluid/responsive and fun - it does not need to be overly challenging.

[@Typhosion]

Could you give us a sort of history lesson on this event. I would love to see more about this battle and how it actually unfolded.

[@youdontcarewho1am]

Wonder if you'll be collecting the heads of important enemies.

[@reiezevan]

You should check Sekiro out as well...it has the parry mechanics that you were talking about...

[@evangelineirene6994]

That sword fighting gameplay mechanic remind me of ps2 game Fu-Un Shinsengumi. In wayvof samurai your style is based on your sword, but in Fu-un Shinsengumi you can build your own fighting style based on several stance and can switching your stance in game.

[@dantebanducci235]

Shadows Die Twice appears to primarily feature parries without constant blocks. Just what you want!

[@AsitKumarGupta]

Can you look at two other weapons "Katar" & "Chakram"