Neople, a subsidiary of the South Korean gaming giant Nexon, is set to launch its eagerly awaited hardcore RPG slasher, The First Berserker: Khazan, on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series. Mark your calendars for the release date of March 27. In anticipation, the developers have unveiled an eight-minute gameplay trailer that dives deep into the game's intricate combat system.
The video highlights the three core principles of battle in The First Berserker: Khazan: attacking, dodging, and defending. It's crucial to understand that defense consumes significantly more stamina than dodging. However, perfectly timed blocks not only reduce the stamina drain but also minimize the stun effects you might suffer. On the flip side, dodging uses even less stamina but demands precise timing and quick reflexes to make the most of the invulnerability frames during your evasive moves. As is typical in soulslike games, mastering your stamina management is key to success in The First Berserker: Khazan.
Should your stamina run dry, Khazan enters an exhaustion state, leaving him wide open to enemy attacks. Savvy players can turn this mechanic to their advantage by depleting the stamina of enemies that have stamina bars, setting them up for devastating strikes. For foes without stamina bars, relentless attacks can still chip away at their resilience. These battles are a test of patience, precise positioning, and impeccable timing. It's worth noting that while players must carefully manage their stamina, monster stamina does not regenerate over time, adding a strategic layer to the combat dynamics.
