Rikitatsu wrote:I dunno man, the changes to the combat system and Suzuki saying he wants to make it simpler and more cinematic makes me feel uneasy. The VF-based system was perfect in 1 & 2, it just needed a better camera... I hope it won't end up something like Arkham/Assassin's creed, that would be terrible.
On topic, I can't say for sure before we see Shenmue 3 proper... Because all we had so far are early environment shots.
I'd say to wait and see for how they implement the changes before we pass judgement. I like the old system a lot too, but I feel optimistic about a new type of fighting gameplay for the series going forwards.
If it makes the controls simpler so more elaborate moves can be pulled off easier, fine, but I still expect a level of depth to be there for players who want to discover it. Yu has also talked about strategic elements like using the environment, and divide and conquer tactics for larger amounts of enemies. Even if the base controls are easier, I can see a lot of complexity in those other features that will provide the depth.
Worst comes to worst, the fans give him feedback once we see a combat reveal.