If there’s one thing that Team Ninja games are known for, it’s their deep and oftentimes punishing combat mechanics, and Rise of the Ronin is no exception. This is not a game where you can expect to mash the attack button mindlessly and come out the other side unscathed, so if you want to learn the nuance to Rise of the Ronin’s dance of combat, here are our essential combat tips.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:28 - 1: Keep an Eye on Your Ki Meter (Stamina)
01:21 - 2: Blocking VS Parrying
03:14 - 3: Know Your Combat Style Types
05:16 - 4: Ranged Weapons and When To Use Them
07:31 - 5: How to Use Blade Flash
08:21 - 6: Combo Extension Moves (Flash Attack & Violent Gale)
09:37 - 7: Know Your Status Ailments
10:43 - 8: Make Use Of Your Allies
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