Another area improved is the actual combat mechanics themselves. Whereas in the original - if memory serves - blocking was limited, though offered options to jump or duck, now you have full directional blocking. Look where the attack will hit you and block in that direction. It makes combat more intuitive and can really help because blocking the right way can knock an enemy back, opening them up for a flurry of strikes. It's all performed in a way that I can't help but like, it's the act of learning an enemies movements and patterns and targeting what benefits you the most - though be warned, chopping off a robots arm won't kill them, they'll just adapt the way they fight.
It all makes for a tense and challenging combat system, combining your requirements for tactical thinking while choosing what to attack, precise movements or at least blocking/dodging because you will get torn into fairly easy and of course the abilities, weapons and armour you bring into battle with you. You can also get a few tips from other players because, in a brand new addition, you have graffiti. Graffiti that you can leave for, or can be left by other players, that seeps through the internet and shows in your game, much like the messages from Souls' titles.
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