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Sekiro

Sekiro

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Welcome to Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, a challenging action RPG from developer romanstarner. Step into the shoes of a one-armed shinobi in a dark, fantastical feudal Japan, where mastering the blade and utilizing stealth are key to survival. You'll be parrying enemy attacks, breaking their posture, and seeking revenge in a world filled with formidable foes.

This guide is here to help you navigate the brutal yet rewarding journey of Sekiro. We'll cover everything from locating all the essential collectibles and uncovering the game's multiple endings to overcoming the notoriously difficult boss fights. Whether you're aiming for a 100% completion or just need a hand with a particularly tough encounter, this hub has the resources you need to succeed.

Game Overview

Get ready for Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice! This guide covers every area, item, boss strategy, and multiple endings to help you conquer FromSoftware's challenging action game.

Hey everyone, welcome! As you probably know, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice comes from FromSoftware, the folks behind the notoriously tough 'Dark Souls' series. They're known for games with steep learning curves and challenging gameplay.

Sekiro is no different. It'll take some practice and patience to get good, and you'll definitely run into bosses and mini-bosses that will test your limits. But don't worry! With the right strategies and a bit of practice, you can absolutely get through this game. If I can do it, you definitely can too!

Here's what you can expect from this guide:

  • We'll walk you through every area as safely as possible, helping you find all the items along the way.
  • We'll track down every SHINOBI TOOL, PRAYER BEAD, and KEY ITEM. Keep in mind that finding everything might require specific steps, as the game isn't strictly linear.
  • We'll focus specifically on the (very difficult) Bosses and Mini-Bosses, offering advice on which tools to use and how to perform stealth deathblows when possible. Many of these bosses even have videos to help you out!
  • We'll show you how to access the game's multiple endings!

This guide is here to help you conquer this incredibly challenging game. You'll be well-stocked with items, pick up plenty of tips, and even get the occasional picture and boss video. I hope you enjoy it, and most importantly, don't let the difficulty get you down!

~BK

Controls

Sekiro controls guide detailing default button mappings and how to customize them in the options menu.

You can change the brightness, camera inversion, and camera speed from the options menu during the game. The guide will use the default controls, but feel free to reassign them if you prefer, although the run function is tied to the step dodge action.

Tips
  • Consider customizing controls if the default layout feels awkward, especially the run/step dodge combination.
  • Adjust brightness, camera inversion, and camera speed in the options menu to suit your preferences.

Game Overview (2)

Get ready for Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice! This guide covers safe passage through areas, finding all Shinobi Tools, Prayer Beads, Key Items, and strategies for tough bosses.

Hey there! So you're diving into Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, huh? Just like From Software's other legendary titles like the Dark Souls series, Sekiro is known for its steep challenge and high learning curve. It definitely takes some patience and practice to really get the hang of it, and you're going to hit some serious walls with the bosses and mini-bosses along the way.

But don't sweat it! Even if you're not a hardcore gamer, you can absolutely conquer this game. The strategies and tips in this guide will help you push through. Think of this like we're playing together – I've been through the wringer, and I'm here to help you do the same!

Here's what we'll cover to get you through:

  • We'll navigate through every area as safely as possible, making sure you snag all the important items along the way.
  • You'll find out how to track down every single SHINOBI TOOL, PRAYER BEAD, and KEY ITEM. Keep in mind, the game isn't strictly linear, so finding everything might involve specific steps.
  • We're putting a major spotlight on the notoriously difficult Bosses and Mini-Bosses. I'll give you advice on the best tools to use and how to pull off stealth deathblows when possible. Many of these fights even have videos to help you out!
  • We'll also guide you through accessing the game's multiple endings!

This guide is designed to help you overcome Sekiro's tough challenges while making sure you're well-equipped with items and armed with plenty of tips, plus occasional pictures and boss videos. Don't let the difficulty get you down – you've got this!

Ashina Reservoir

Learn how to escape the Ashina Reservoir in Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. This guide covers stealth, combat basics, and finding Kuro.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    After the opening cinematic, you gain control in a well.
  2. 2
    Pick up the Ornamental Letter.
  3. 3
    Note the water below; you can swim but will return later.
  4. 4
    Head towards the wall and learn to jump and wall-jump (X button).
  5. 5
    Climb out of the well. The area behind you is a dead end.
  6. 6
    To the left, learn to hug the wall (Square) and shimmy.
  7. 7
    Learn to peek around corners and about stealth mechanics (crouching, moving under objects, awareness markers: White=Awareness, Yellow=Caution, Red=Found).
  8. 8
    Follow the bushes along the left edge. Eavesdrop on samurai talking about you.
  9. 9
    Continue through bushes to a house. Go under the floorboards to eavesdrop on men discussing imprisoning a boy and Lord Genichiro.
  10. 10
    Exit the house, still using bushes, and eavesdrop on two more men who mention a hole in the wall facing a cliff.
  11. 11
    Drop off the cliff ahead and follow the path to a ledge.
  12. 12
    Ledge-hang (Square) and move left.
  13. 13
    Climb up, follow the path, jump a gap, and shimmy to a large hole in the tower.
  14. 14
    Interact with the young lord, Kuro.
  15. 15
    After the scene, you receive Kusabimaru (your sword).
  16. 16
    Talk to Kuro to learn you are wounded, which grants the Healing Gourd.
  17. 17
    Kuro tasks you with finding a secret passage under the moat bridge and signaling him with a reed whistle.
  18. 18
    Learn how to use quick items (START to open inventory, equip Healing Gourd, use to restore health).
  19. 19
    Head upstairs to find a Pellet.
  20. 20
    Head down and open the front door to begin combat tutorials.
  21. 21
    Learn about Posture, Deathblows, swinging your sword (R1), stun gauge, locking-on (R3), switching targets (move R3), dodging (Circle while locked on), and deflecting (L1, timed block).
  22. 22
    Face two enemies guarding the Moon Tower. Use stealth for an Instant Deathblow on one if possible. Fight the remaining enemy, practicing lock-on, dodging, and deflecting.
  23. 23
    Go downstairs to face another enemy. Deflect and counter.
  24. 24
    Ahead is a large gate guarded by four enemies. You can sneak-attack them by climbing the small roof to the left and following it to the area above the gate for a potential aerial deathblow.
Tips
  • Stealth is game-changing in the early game as you are unarmed.
  • Use bushes and environmental cover to your advantage.
  • Eavesdropping provides valuable information about enemy positions and objectives.
  • Mastering deflection and dodging is key to combat success.
  • The Ornamental Letter provides your initial objective: find the moon-view tower.
  • The Healing Gourd is your primary source of healing; learn to use it quickly via the quick item menu.
  • Pellets offer slow health regeneration and should be saved for emergencies.
  • Kusabimaru (sword)
  • Healing Gourd
  • Ornamental Letter (quest item)
  • Pellet

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