Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice FAQ

Answers to the most popular questions about the new game from the developers of Dark Souls

Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is a new project from From Software, the creators of the Dark Souls and Bloodborne series. The game is set in medieval Japan, and the main character is the bodyguard of the prince, who failed. In this article, we have prepared answers to the most popular questions about Sekiro. If you encounter technical problems while playing, then look for a solution in this material.

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How is Sekiro different from Dark Souls?

The new From Software game differs markedly from the Dark Souls trilogy. Here is a list of the main innovations:

Change of setting. Instead of dark fantasy – Japan of the XVI century. True, the game was not without mythical monsters.
Stealth elements that slightly facilitate combat. Hide in the grass, go around the enemy from behind and deliver surprise blows to both ordinary opponents and bosses. However, some locations are intended for stealthy passage.
A more open world. You can get to the desired point in different ways.
Thanks to the grappling hook and parkour, the area available for exploration has expanded, and the gameplay has become more vertical.
The stamina parameter disappeared. Instead, sustainability. Reducing its value for opponents allows you to inflict an especially strong blow. The main character has the same parameter.
There are no shields in the game. Attacks can be blocked with a sword, but it is better to rely on parries and side bounces.
Instead of the left arm, the protagonist Sekiro has a prosthesis. With its help, you can inflict small damage, in particular, break through the block. The prosthesis must be pumped.
After the first death in battle, the hero can resurrectand continue the battle.
Souls have ceased to be a universal currency. Sekiro has both experience points and gold.
Death takes half of the accumulated experience and gold, which cannot be returned. But there is a small chance that you will not lose anything. Initially, it is 30%, but this number will decrease if you die often.
There is no multiplayer in Sekiro. You can no longer rely on the help of friends.

How hard is Sekiro’s game?

According to Hidetaka Miyazaki, Sekiro is harder than any part of Dark Souls. However, it all depends on the skills and tactics of each individual person. In any case, it will be much easier for those who have already played the games of the From Software studio than for beginners.

Does Sekiro have a boost?

Yes. Only instead of increasing the parameters there is a tree of passive and active skills. In addition, you can pump the health scale, the number of first-aid kits and the power of prostheses.

How to upgrade the health bar?

You will need rosary beads. Use this guide to find them .

How to upgrade a medicine bottle?

Look for pumpkin seeds. Our guide will help you .

Where can I find all prosthetic instruments?

Use our guide .

Is Sekiro set in the world of Dark Souls?

No, the Dark Souls and Sekiro universes are not related to each other.

How long does it take to play Sekiro: Shadow Die Twice?

Like previous games From Software – 35-40 hours

Will Sekiro have a New Game + mode?

Yes, after the final credits, the game can be played again, with a pumped up hero and enhanced enemies.

Will microtransactions appear in the game?

No, Sekiro will not require additional financial investments.

What’s in the Sekiro Collector’s Edition?

The collector’s edition of the game is presented in a limited edition. It includes:

A physical copy of the game for PS4, Xbox One, or PC;
iron disk box ( Steelbook);
17 cm Sekiro statuette;
3 replica coins;
cloth world map of the game;
digital soundtrack.

What are the system requirements for Sekiro: Shadow Die Twice?

Minimum:

Operating system: Windows 7/8/10 64-bit.
Processor: Intel Core i3-2100 3.1 GHz / AMD FX-6300 3.5 GHz.
Video card: GeForce GTX 760 / Radeon HD 7950 with 2 GB of video memory.
DirectX 11.
4 GB of RAM.
25 GB of free hard disk space.

Sekiro won’t start, freezes or slows down, what should I do?

In this guide, we have discussed the main technical problems of the game.

Sekiro can’t see my controller, what should I do?

Use our instructions .

Can Sekiro be played with a keyboard and mouse?

Yes, but with a gamepad it is much more convenient to play the game

Is the Sekiro equipped with Denuvo protection?

No, the developers decided to do without the infamous security system.

Does Sekiro have Russian voice acting?

No, on all platforms, localization of the game is limited to subtitles. We recommend not to wait for a self-made crack, but to go with Japanese voice acting. Or English.

How not to die in Sekiro?

We have prepared a number of tips to make your progress through the game easier.

How to kill bosses in Sekiro?

We’ve covered boss battles in a separate guide .

How can you quickly upgrade the skills of the main character Sekiro?

The best farming place at the beginning of the game is the second Idol of the Hirata Estate location called “The Way to the Estate”. You can get to it before killing the first boss. Kill local thugs until you die, after which, go up, run to the Idol and rest near him. Repeat the cycle again until you get the desired number of skill points.

Is it possible to kill the first training boss in Sekiro?

Theoretically, you can. You need to remember his attacks – some are parried, while others will have to be dodged. We’ll have to inflict a large number of blows without making a single mistake. If successful, you will see an alternative video, which, however, will not affect the further passage.

How do I get all achievements in Sekiro?

Use this guide .

How to kill the Great Serpent in Sekiro?

Read the endings guide .

How to kill the Great Carp in Sekiro?

We talked about it in Hyde on “achivki”.

How to cure dragon wind in Sekiro?

Dragon Fever is a consequence of the frequent deaths of the main character of the game. The more often you die, the less chance you get “Invisible Help” – saving experience points and gold after death.

To cure dragonfire, talk to an infected person and ask him to leave you some of his blood. After that, go to the Ruined Temple and talk to Emma. Offer her a sample of the sick person’s blood and she will make an antidote. You can cure all infected with the Idol. When the situation repeats, you will have to find a new patient and repeat the procedure.

What happens if you ring the demon bell in Sekiro?

The Demon Bell makes ordinary enemies stronger, but increases the chance of getting valuable items. May be useful for those in need of resources.

Where to find the second sword in Sekiro?

You will receive the Death Blade after killing the Monkeys in the Screen.

Where can you find lapis lazuli in Sekiro?

Lapis Lazuli is the rarest resource in the game, it is needed to pump prosthetic tools. It can be found in the following locations:

The merchant in the Fountainhead Palace has two. It is located near the Idol “Place to admire flowers”.
One can be obtained from the person who helped you poison the Great Carp after the death of a huge fish.
You will receive another piece after killing the Shichimen Warrior boss in the Fountainhead Palace.
Two pieces drop from the Demon of Hate’s body.

Where can I find all the pieces of the Dragon Dance Mask?

This item will allow you to invest skill points in attack power. When all the necessary skills are obtained, the opportunity to increase the damage will be necessary. There are three parts of the Mask in total:

The upper part of the mask. It can be bought from the merchant in the Abandoned Dungeon near the entrance. You will need 5000 coins.
The left side of the mask. It is sold by a man who is near the idol “Near the granny’s pot.” You will be asked for 12 precious scales. They can be “farm” from carp, which are found in many water bodies.
The right side of the mask. The person who is close to the Idol “Path to the Estate”. You need to run along the river bed to the boats. At this point, you need to swim to the other side, to the reeds. A merchant has hidden there, who will sell his part of the mask for 7 precious scales.

How to kill Demon of Hate in Sekiro?

This is an optional boss of the game. You can only fight him if you chose Kuro’s side. You can find the demon of hate towards the end of the game, before the final boss. As you walk through the burning Ashina Castle, climb up to the rooftop where the battle with Geneshiro Ashina took place. Look for a kite, jump on it, when you reach the right place, run to the starting location. On your way, you will meet a new Idol, it serves as a teleportation to the boss.

The Demon of Hate has three combat phases:

Try to keep to the hind legs of the demon, this is the safest area. He won’t get you with normal attacks, but beware of jumping. At the moment of landing, jump to avoid damage from the fire wave, and then grab the head with the hook. So you can stun the demon for a short time and inflict several blows.
In the second phase, the demon will have new attacks. You can jump away from the wave of fire, after which you can also grab him by the head with a hook and unbalance. He sometimes starts hitting the ground. Jump off the paws and return. The rest of the tactics are the same: keep behind and hit with a sword.
In the third phase, the demon will have three new attacks:
- As soon as he starts releasing fireballs, dodge and count them. When the boss releases the eighth fireball, run towards him. You will have time for a few sword strikes.
- If he pulled his paw to the ground, a wall of fire awaits you. In this case, it is better to retreat, but you can take a risk and rush to his hind legs. If you did everything correctly, then he will continue to “cast” magic, which will not cause you damage, while the demon itself will remain vulnerable to your attacks.
- When the demon starts hitting the ground with his paws, do not move away from him. As soon as he raises one paw, run to the other and hit it. Repeat this procedure as many times as necessary until the attack ends.

Where can I find an ax? Where to find a flamethrower? Where can I find all the prostheses at Sekiro?

We told about their locations in the guide .

Where to find beads in Sekiro?

We talked about this in a separate guide .

Where to find a white flower in Sekiro?

Finding the White Flower is the first quest in Kotaro’s storyline. Find the Idol “Shugendo”, from it jump onto the branch using the hook, and then – onto the rock. Climb higher on the wooden platform and climb onto the ledge. Double jump, grab the cornice, move left and climb.

Climb onto the branch, then onto the rock. Go around the cliff to the left and go down the platforms. Take a running jump onto the wooden platform. You need to jump over the abyss and have time to grab the ledge. Move to the left, go up and then run to the left again. Jump between the rocks to get up. There will be a white flower on the left.

Where to find Isshin in Sekiro?

After defeating Genichiro, you need to talk to Emma and Kuro. Start a conversation with the heir four times until he brings you to the window. Run along the red smoke signals and you will be taken to a room where Isshin is waiting for you.

If you find a letter instead of an NPC, return to Emma. After that, run to the tower, which is located near the place where you killed Gyobu Oniwa. Talk to Tengu there and complete his task. Find and kill the rats in the high ground near the Ashina Castle Gate idol. After that, return to the room where you took the letter. Issina will appear there.

How to raise money at Sekiro?

Just hold down the action button.

How to get through the giant? How to get past the bull? How to get through the Shinobi Hunter? How to get through the drunkard?

We described the killing of bosses in a separate guide .

How to dive into the water at Sekiro?

To do this, you need a special skill, which you will get after you kill the ghostly version of the Fallen Nun in Ashina Depths near Mibu Village.