With over 10 million units sold, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice has been a significant success for developer From Software. Ditching some of the slower, weightier mechanics of Dark Souls, Sekiro embraced a more fast-paced and aggressive style that has made it a favourite among its players.

Even after all these years, and with the launch of new games from From Software like Elden Ring and a new Armored Core game on the horizon, Sekiro's distinctive approach to gameplay remains unmatched in its novelty and uniqueness.

While it still retains elements of the 'Soulslike' genre, such as its controls, menus, camera perspective, and leveling systems, Sekiro diversifies these mechanics with its own approach to gameplay. Its combat, for instance, is faster, more aggressive, and harder, leading to an atmosphere of styled action that feels familiar and yet distinctly different.


Sekiro's combat lends itself to a thrilling dance of perfect parries, dodges, and counter-attacks, creating a unique and exciting ninja-combat experience. The story is explicit, delivering its narrative directly to the player instead of scattering it through item info tabs and environmental cues.

Even so, the big question remains—will there be a sequel? Sekiro has origins in Tenchu, a series which saw a whopping nine titles. If Tenchu, inspired and in part developed by FromSoft, can reach such a large number, couldn't Sekiro get another sequel, at least? Considering Sekiro's massive global success, many fans are hopeful that a sequel will be announced in the future.