Quick answer
Gameplay combines deliberate sword combat, counters, soul absorption, Oni powers, boss fights and exploration across a dark-fantasy Kyoto. Later areas open wider than the demo's initial route.
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Verified answer
The structure is stage-based rather than open world, but later areas widen after the demo. Rokudo Chinno-ji works as a base, Kyoto opens through fog and barriers, rifts provide encounters, and souls upgrade gear and abilities.
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Player-useful details
Exploration uses Oni abilities beyond combat: Oni Strength breaks barriers, Oni Agility reaches wall-running routes and the Oni Bow handles ranged enemies, puzzles, traps and a boss power source. Combat also features location-based dismemberment.
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Current evidence limit
For Gameplay explained: swordplay, exploration and Oni powers, the current evidence limit is specific: preview material cannot establish every mission type, late-game system or final difficulty curve.
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What is confirmed about Gameplay explained: swordplay, exploration and Oni powers?
Gameplay combines deliberate sword combat, counters, soul absorption, Oni powers, boss fights and exploration across a dark-fantasy Kyoto. Later areas open wider than the demo's initial route.
What is still unknown about Gameplay explained: swordplay, exploration and Oni powers?
For Gameplay explained: swordplay, exploration and Oni powers, the current evidence limit is specific: preview material cannot establish every mission type, late-game system or final difficulty curve.
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