What to Expect From The First Berserker: Khazan

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As a seasoned gamer with over two decades of gaming under my belt, I can confidently say that I’ve seen and played it all – from the humble beginnings of pixelated sprites to the immersive worlds of today. Yet, when it comes to the upcoming title, The First Berserker: Khazan, I find myself intrigued by its unique blend of familiar elements and fresh takes on the action RPG genre.

In the continuing growth of the “Dungeon and Fighter” universe, we have an upcoming title called “The First Berserker: Khazan“. This game serves as a connection between the existing franchise storyline and a new approach to action RPG gameplay. It leverages its “DNF” origins and the popular Soulslike genre, aiming to offer the most immersive and intense experience within the entire IP so far. Although it may be compared to its inspirations in many aspects, the unique mix of mechanics could make it stand out from the formula set by FromSoftware.

In the character hierarchy of Dungeon Fighter Online, the Slayer has traditionally been depicted as a warrior tainted by a “Ghost Demon”, yet the precise origins of their powers have remained vague. However, with this new focus on exploring their history, specifically through the storyline of how its most extreme subclass emerged, The First Berserker: Khazan is set to provide fresh insights into the world created by Neople.

A Cinematic Blend of Soulslike and Modern Action Elements

Skill Points and a Set Protagonist Meet a Hardcore Genre

In the heart of Khazan, the recurring challenge of overcoming obstacles in the form of challenging adversaries is still present, but what sets it apart are the distinct twists at crucial moments. The game’s tempo is faster, and the main character advances largely by investing points to acquire new abilities. This system bears a stronger resemblance to God of War than Elden Ring, extending even to the categorization of skills into a limited number of weapon types. In an interview with Wccftech, director JunHo Lee elaborated on the gameplay’s division among its few weapon types.

This game offers a diverse arsenal of weapons, comprising three unique types: two-handed swords and axes that can be wielded together, spears, and greatswords. Though there are only three weapon categories, they are essentially distinct characters, each possessing their own skill sets. By customizing Khazan with various equipment options, you can amplify different gameplay styles for all weapons, making the arsenal appear more extensive than initially perceived.

Diving Directly into Character Relationships

Instead of the traditional enigma that often surrounds Soulslikes games since their beginning, The First Berserker: Khazan offers a clear and defined narrative right from the start. A unique cel-shaded anime art style and full dialogue give its cinematics a level of clarity rarely found in other titles with comparable combat. Unlike some, the plot revolving around seeking revenge and helping the Blade Demon govern the Netherworld is far from being vague or hidden within the game’s settings.

The First Berserker: Khazan Will Be an Unprecedented Expansion of Dungeon Fighter’s Lore

An Origin Story for the Slayer’s Demon Powers

In the world of Dungeon Fighter Online, I’ve always heard tales about the malevolent figure known as Kazan, who bestowed dark powers upon the Berserker Slayer. It seems this game is showing us the heart-wrenching story of a character with a similar name, detailing his fall from grace and loss of humanity. This narrative sets up a dramatic prequel to a more lighthearted online game, but it also opens the door for future stories using the same IP, setting a darker, more ominous tone.

In their effort to expand beyond the controversial “DNF Duel”, the developers of “The First Berserker: Khazan” ventured into 2D fighting games, moving even further away from the roots of their original game “DFO”. This genre shift makes it more welcoming for newcomers who might not be familiar with the history of “DFO”. Although it may not delve deeply into complex storytelling or heroic journeys, the focus on world-building in “Khazan” seems to strike a balance between these aspects, helping it carve its own unique niche.

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2024-12-20 21:55