If something is moving from side to side. Type of sweeping attack. You have to shift your shield to the left or right in order to block the attack direction. I don't want to confuse you by applying advice blocking techniques, however it does run much deeper then this. This is just the basics.

When it comes to swinging weapons, this is concern. You keep referencing WoW. You need to get rid of that in your mind. I'm sure you're making comparisons to WoW and trying bring it into this game. WoW is about the furthest thing from this game as one are able to. If you're not seeing weapon swings. It's due to a few reasons. Timing or making sure you are aiming. A majority of guns have different swing ranges and timing. The range and reach of these weapons are different. The faster weapons can cause you to be larger than the object the target is. Slower weapons are more likely to be able to hit from further distances.Why is there a circle? Dark And Darker

There's no need for the circle. It's not logical. Place portals, and then add additional than the hell portals that are required. If you don't get an orange one, you'll be bound to hell. Not dying to a circle that doesn't need to consume your health. If they do leave the circle, then they will take away the darkness mechanic that is consumed.

I am enjoying the game, however it's like they are trying to slam three different games into one.

I'm talking about removing the circle Could make the whole thing a Coinflip (as it is if what you choose to go there, it's entirely down to luck)

Additionally, Circle is a useful way to start introducing some gear burn . Otherwise, there would be very little (any AI you be able to encounter in combat while already having loot will not kill you on its own)

and it does make the more rapid pace possible (something I really enjoy particularly when i must do a bunch of stuff to work on and then only be able to play for a little).
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