Warning, spoilers for Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree lie ahead.
]]>Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree has provided FromSoft masochists with a whole heap of big new bosses to get stomped by and then stomp for themselves, so naturally the DLC's release has pretty quickly spawned calls for the game to have a system that'll faciliate some easily accessible boss fight rematches added to it next.
]]>I know exactly what you’re thinking after reading this headline. Why would you go into one game expecting it to play like some other one you like? After all, it doesn’t make sense to burden it with the expectations we have from playing another, especially if it never explicitly positioned itself as a spiritual successor or anything.
]]>For a good while now, one of the many fan theories that’ve been buzzing around the Elden Ring community has concerned Malenia. She looks a bit like a Sekiro boss and moves a bit like a Sekiro boss, so there’s a chance she might sneakily be a Sekiro boss we never got, right? Well, sadly, I’m about to rain on your parade.
]]>Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice represents a period of experimentation for From Software. Eschewing some of the heavier mechanics of Dark Souls in favour of something altogether more fast-paced and aggressive, Sekiro is the product of a developer at home in its own skin – one that has learned all the rules purely so it can break them. Again.
]]>If you've ever thought about what it might be like to fight Malenia from Elden Ring with Sekiro's combat system, there's a mod that lets you do just that.
]]>Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon represents something special for fans of FromSoftware, and anyone with even a passing interest in the rise of the popularity of the Japanese developer. Elden Ring was one of the biggest launches in 2022, so it stands to reason that anything the studio releases afterwards will have a much larger audience potential.
]]>If there's one thing fans and non-fans of FromSoftware agree on, it's that the studio's games contain some stellar music. Even as early as the Dark Souls series, through Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, Bloodborne all the way to Elden Ring you'd be hard pressed to find a single game without its own list of iconic tracks.
]]>You might not know it, but there's actually a huge quest you can undertake for the Divine Child in Shadows Die Twice, which can actually impact the ending of the game. In this Sekiro Divine Child walkthrough, we'll be detailing how you can go about obtaining multiple items needed to complete this quest line, as easily as possible.
]]>There are a grand total of four Headless bosses in Shadows Die Twice, and each one is pretty tricky to take down. In this Sekiro Headless guide, we'll be providing you with all the information you need to know to track down and kill all the Headless bosses.
]]>If you're looking to find and do everything there is on offer in Shadows Die Twice, then you'll want to find and defeat the Great Colored Carp in the Fountainhead Palace. In this Sekiro Colored Carp guide, we'll be detailing where you can find, and how you can go about killing the colossal fish as easily as possible.
]]>Near the end of the Ashina Outskirts section of Sekiro, you'll be tasked with taking on a mad bull in combat. In our Sekiro Blazing Bull boss guide, we'll be walking you through how to defeat the Blazing Bull in Sekiro as quickly and easily as possible.
]]>If you've missed one particular Achievement/Trophy that revolves around the Guardian Ape of Sekiro, then you're not alone. In our Sekiro Guardian Ape Immortality Severed guide, we'll be walking you through easily unlocking this hidden Achievement/Trophy in Shadows Die Twice.
]]>The Demon of Hatred might be an optional boss fight in Sekiro, but it's incredibly difficult. In this Sekiro Demon of Hatred boss guide, we'll be walking you through how to beat the Demon of Hatred in Shadows Die Twice.
]]>The Divine Dragon fight might not be one of the tougher bosses in Sekiro, but it's easy to get caught out by a few simple tricks. In our Sekiro Divine Dragon boss guide, we'll be providing you with all the information you need on how to beat the Divine Dragon in Sekiro as easily as possible.
]]>There are two variations of the Corrupted Monk fight in Shadows Die Twice, and both can be pretty difficult to overcome. In our Sekiro Corrupted Monk boss guide, we'll be detailing how to beat the Corrupted Monk in Shadows Die Twice as easily as possible.
]]>The Great Shinobi Owl might be one of the more intimidating fights of Sekiro, but it's actually not one of the difficult ones. In this Sekiro Owl boss guide, we'll be walking you through everything you should know about the boss, including how you can counter all of Owl's attacks.
]]>Isshin Ashina is quite possibly one of the most intimidating and difficult boss fights in the whole of Shadows Die Twice. In our Sekiro Isshin Ashina guide, we'll be walking you through everything there is to know about this difficult boss, including how you can take Isshin down for good.
]]>They might be small in size, but O'Rin of the Water can definitely put up a tough fight in Shadows Die Twice. In this Sekiro O'Rin boss guide, we'll be walking you through how to defeat O'Rin of the Water as quickly as possible.
]]>In the latter half of Shadows Die Twice, you're going to need to catch and kill four monkeys in a unique arena. In this Sekiro Folding Screen Monkeys boss guide, we'll be taking you through catching and killing the four monkeys as easily as possible.
]]>You'll be facing off against the Guardian Ape in Sekiro a few times, and it's definitely one of the harder boss fights of the game. In our Sekiro Guardian Ape boss guide, we'll be detailing how to beat the Guardian Ape in Shadows Die Twice as easily as possible.
]]>Lady Butterfly is one tough opponent in Shadows Die Twice, and it'll take skill and courage to bring her down. In this How to beat Lady Butterfly in Sekiro guide, we'll be walking you through absolutely everything you need to know about taking down the tricky boss, detailing all her attacks, and more.
]]>Genichiro Ashina waits for you near the top of the Ashina Castle area in Shadows Die Twice, and it's this iteration of the boss fight that we'll be covering. He's an incredibly tough opponent to face off against, but in this Sekiro Genichiro Ashina boss guide, we'll be walking you through how to beat Genichiro Ashina in Sekiro, even detailing how to cheese Genichiro in some instances.
]]>The two Snake Eyes bosses in Shadows Die Twice might act similarly, but they're equally tough to take down. In this Sekiro Snake Eyes boss guide, we'll be walking you through how to beat Snake Eyes as easily as possible in Sekiro.
]]>Near the top of Ashina Castle, you can find Jinsuke Saze, also known as the Ashina Elite, waiting for you. In our Sekiro Jinsuke Saze boss guide, we'll be taking you through how to beat Jinsuke Saze, also known as the Ashina Elite, as easily as possible.
]]>From Software is trying an entirely new approach approach to storytelling in Shadows Die Twice, and it's definitely an interesting tactic. In this Sekiro characters guide, we'll be putting together a list of all the characters that you're going to meet within the opening hour of the game, so don't worry about spoilers here.
]]>Your prosthetics play a huge role in Shadows Die Twice, and you'll want to acquire as many of them as possible. In this Sekiro Prosthetic Tools guide, we'll be listing out all of the various tools you can obtain for your arm in the game, and where you can find them all.
]]>There might only be one skill tree unlocked at the start of Shadows Die Twice, but there are various new pathways you can unlock further into the game. In our Sekiro skill trees guide, we'll be walking you through how to unlock new skill trees in Sekiro as easily as possible.
]]>The Armored Warrior of Shadows Die Twice waits for you atop a bridge in the Senpou Temple region of the game, and he's tough to beat. In our Sekiro Armored Warrior guide, we'll be detailing how to beat the Armored Warrior in Sekiro as easily as possible.
]]>Gyoubu Oniwa is the name of the first main story boss in Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, and he can be pretty difficult to understand. In our Sekiro Gyoubu Oniwa boss guide, we'll be walking you through how to beat Gyoubu Oniwa as easily as possible in Shadows Die Twice.
]]>The giant snake is going to make the early goings of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice particularly painful. In our Sekiro giant snake walkthrough, we'll be guiding you through how you can safely make your way through the gorge near the Ashina Outskirts area of the game.
]]>Terror damage is one aspect of Sekiro that you need to pay attention to at all times. In our complete Sekiro Terror guide, we'll be walking you through everything you need to know about the way the status effect works in FromSoftware's game.
]]>Parrying is a game of risk and reward in Sekiro, as although it can be incredibly rewarding, it can also put you in a bad position if you time the parry wrong. In this Sekiro parrying guide, we'll be walking you through deflecting and parrying attacks in Shadows Die Twice.
]]>Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is a difficult game, there's no doubt about that. It really pays to always know which buttons do what, in all situations, and so in this Sekiro controls guide, we'll be going over the button layouts for both the PS4 and the Xbox One versions of the game.
]]>One big new mechanic for the combat in Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is the addition of the Posture meter. In our Sekiro Posture guide, we'll be explaining in detail how you can easily use the Posture system to your advantage to stun any enemy in the game.
]]>In previous FromSoftware games, there wasn't a manual save option in the menu system, and this is still very much the case for Shadows Die Twice. In this Sekiro saving guide, we'll be detailing how you can always save your progress by interacting with the Sculptor's Idols found throughout the game.
]]>Welcome to the Best Games Ever Show episode 49: The Best Game with the Worst Difficulty Spike.
]]>Time Magazine has named Dark Souls and Elder Ring creator Hidetaka Miyazaki as one of the most influential people of 2023.
]]>It might not come as news to you that one player with the patience of a saint has managed to beat every Souls game, including Elden Ring, back-to-back without taking any damage.
]]>If you exclude Bloodborne and Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, Elden Ring is unquestionably FromSoftware's fastest Souls game in the traditional sense. It's basically a faster version of Dark Souls 3, even if it may not carry the same franchise name.
]]>Every January for the past few years, some of the most skilled gamers from around the world have grouped together to host an exhibition that shows off just how much you can break some of the best games ever made – if you dedicate enough time, patience and skill to the craft.
]]>What’s that? Work? It’s January already? Excuse the bleary eyes, and the inability to get up when the alarm goes off. We’re still in Christmas mode. As we bed back in to working life bringing you all the hot video game coverage and all that, we thought we’d take a few moments to scoot around the team (except for Sherif, who is still off, the lucky sod) and let you all know what we’ve been playing over the holidays.
]]>Ever wanted to bring the breakneck speed of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice to the slower and heavier Dark Souls 3? Well, you’re in luck.
]]>Hear me out.
]]>First-party PS4 title Bloodborne isn't going to run at 60 frames-per-second on the PlayStation 5.
]]>From Software has released the free Game of the Year update for Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice on PC, PlayStation 4, Stadia, and Xbox One.
]]>Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice's long-awaited update is dropping soon.
]]>FromSoftware wasn't done working on Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, after all.
]]>The PlayStation 4 is by far the best-selling console of this generation, and there's one good reason for that: video games. When it comes to games, PS4 has led the pack this entire gen.
]]>Noshir Dalal is happy for his characters to inspire gay fan fiction.
]]>The Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice community has delivered the one feature fans miss the most.
]]>The Humble Store has launched a new sale featuring discounts on a number of nominees in this year's BAFTA Game Awards.
]]>This new Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice mod has some practical uses, but none more devastating than this.
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]]>Skyrim modders continue to innovate, and they've now enlisted the help of Sekiro.
]]>The annual GDC Awards will be held in March, and nominations for Game of the Year are Death Stranding, Control, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, Untitled Goose Game, and Outer Wilds.
]]>Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice was one of the best games of 2019, and arguably the hardest From Software game yet, even if you’re a hardened Dark Souls veteran.
]]>Winners of The Game Awards were announced this evening with Game of the Year going to Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice.
]]>Anayama's final act had a touching callback most Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice players will never pick up on.
]]>Amazon has a killer deal on Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice.
]]>Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, the latest game from Hidetaka Miyazaki, has been a huge sales success.
]]>Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice may have released a bit too late into Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order's development to inspire much in it, but Respawn says there are core similarities between them.
]]>Today's Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice mod turns the game into a complete boss rush.
]]>The Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice community provides once again.
]]>In Dark Souls’ Ash Lake you can stand on a beach that lets you stare out at calm waters tucked underneath a striking teal sky. Irithyll cuts a gorgeous silhouette against the moon. Cainhurst is an ornately detailed, grand, gothic castle painted with frost.
]]>Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is a hard game, but if you've memorized every boss pattern and crave an extra challenge, someone's created a mod that replaces Sekiro's combat systems with those from Bloodborne.
]]>George RR Martin is filling a mythical role in Elden Ring.
]]>Elden Ring is the next game from the Dark Souls, Bloodborne, and Sekiro creators, and according to game director Hidetaka Miyazaki, it's an open world that only they can make.
]]>From Software's next game is Elden Ring.
]]>Playing Sekiro is a bit like punching yourself in the head - you’ll knock yourself out eventually, but it’s gonna take some time and it’s gonna be painful.
]]>Sekiro’s skill system is FromSoftware’s deepest yet, with certain powerful abilities changing up the way you tackle engagements with almost every foe.
]]>Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice - like many of From Software’s other enigmatic games - offers several different endings that reflect the decisions that you make during its lengthy adventure.
]]>What use could an old dancer’s mask be to a battle-hardened shinobi? A whole lot as it turns out, here’s where to find all of the Mask Fragments and create the Dancing Dragon Mask.
]]>In Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, vitality and healing are precious resources.
]]>Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice's Prosthetic Tools can be used for more than just distraction, if you're willing to bend a couple of rules.
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]]>Sekiro is getting a manga spin-off that is set to release at the end of May and has been created under the supervision of FromSoftware.
]]>Fight giant serpents and cursed carp in Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, currently down to a new price of £39 at Amazon on both platforms. From the creators of Dark Souls and Bloodborne, it features brutal combat, otherworldly creatures and tons of existential horror.
]]>This article first appeared on USgamer, a partner publication of VG247. Some content, such as this article, has been migrated to VG247 for posterity after USgamer's closure - but it has not been edited or further vetted by the VG247 team.
]]>Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice has performed very well on digital marketplaces compared to FromSoftware's other work.
]]>March's NPD report brings some disappointing news, and reveals a few expected winners.
]]>FromSoftware is rolling out a patch for Sekiro that aims to get players to mix up and diversify their play style, and nerfs an early boss.
]]>Now that the plans are laid for the endgame, it’s time to tackle the final major area in Sekiro: the Fountainhead Palace. It’s bigger than it first appears, and is packed with things to do.
]]>Now you’ve got the Dragon’s Tears, the end is truly in sight. You’ll need to gather as many resources as possible for your final battle, so now’s your chance to clean up any bosses you’ve left.
]]>Now the gates to the Fountainhead Palace are open, the climax of your Sekiro journey is drawing closer.
]]>After giving your large furry friend a headache to remember, the way to the last ingredient is finally clear.
]]>With the spirit of the Corrupted Monk defeated, the Mortal Blade in hand, and the first step towards Immortal Severance acquired, a whole new area beckons.
]]>With the Hidden Forest looking decidedly less misty, the way is now clear to take on the cursed Mibu Village and its terrible residents.
]]>With the missing Lord found, your main objective has shifted yet again.
]]>As well as slaying baddies with stealthy-shinobi-style, the One-Armed Wolf has to solve his fair share of mysteries in Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice.
]]>With Mt. Kongo and the Ashina Reservoir ticked off your list, the interior of Ashina Castle beckons.
]]>Before you make you way into the Castle proper, there's a huge side path to explore.
]]>There are loads of hidden paths and shortcuts in Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, though they’re often blocked by bosses.
]]>With some more action under your belt, now's your moment to return to the vision of the Hirata Estate and finish it for good. You'll have two tough bosses to beat here, as well as some story progression.
]]>It’s time to trudge ever deeper into Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice.
]]>In the last part we expanded our shinobi arsenal and narrowly escaped sharing the fate of frozen mouse as we dodged a giant snake, but now things are really starting to heat up.
]]>With your chained nemesis defeated, it’s time to press on further into the world of Sekiro.
]]>Most of the really tough enemies so far in Sekiro have been avoidable.
]]>FromSoftware games are renowned for their difficulty, and Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice might just be the hardest of the lot!
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