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"A brutal, beautiful journey through feudal Japan that rewards patience, skill, and perseverance."

Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is not your typical FromSoftware game, even though it shares the studio's signature difficulty and atmospheric storytelling. Unlike the Soulsborne titles, Sekiro leans heavily into action and precise combat rather than RPG elements. There are no stats to grind—just your own skill to sharpen.

The swordplay is incredibly tight and satisfying. Every encounter feels like a deadly duel where posture, timing, and reflexes matter more than raw damage. Boss fights are intense and memorable, and the learning curve is steep but fair. Death is part of the process—each failure teaches something new.

The game world is stunningly crafted, with gorgeous, varied environments inspired by late 1500s Japan. The level design encourages exploration, and the verticality introduced by the grappling hook adds a fresh dynamic to movement and combat.

Narratively, Sekiro tells a more direct story than previous FromSoftware games, but still leaves room for interpretation and mystery. The voice acting and music are excellent, further immersing you in its unique world.

It’s not a game for everyone. The lack of difficulty options, limited character customization, and punishing learning curve can be off-putting. But for players looking for a challenging and rewarding experience, Sekiro stands as one of the finest action games of its generation.

pros: gacha game with actually awesome combat

cons: gacha game

I was just 15 or 16 when I first played Oblivion. I still remember the feeling of stepping out of the prison sewers into that wide-open world—the light, the trees, the music. Back then, I had nothing but time. I’d play all day, get lost in quests, wander through Cyrodiil without a care in the world. It wasn’t just a game; it was my escape, my adventure, my second home.

Now I’m 28. Life is different. Work, responsibilities, barely a few hours to spare. But when I saw the remastered version, something inside me stirred—like an old friend calling me back. And the moment I launched it, I was 16 again.

The improved visuals are beautiful, but what really hit me was the emotion. The nostalgia. The memories. Every town, every ruin, every track on the soundtrack—it all brought me back to a simpler time, when magic felt real and the world was mine to explore.

I may not have the time I used to, but even just an hour in Oblivion Remastered is enough to remind me who I was... and why I fell in love with gaming in the first place.

Thank you for bringing this back. It means more than you know.

11/10 – From a grown-up kid who never really left Cyrodiil.