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Dead Risings three-day time limit was and still is a somewhat divisive feature.

I bloody loved it, though, and this year its been reassuring to seeCapcomcontinue to champion risk-taking mechanics.

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Despite never playing the first game, the sequel felt like it was made for me.

For a bit of context, Im all about immersion when it comes to RPGs.

Fast-traveling is a luxury that uses up pricey Ferrystones, so get used to hoofing around on foot.

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Its an approach that makes merely staying alive feel consequential the perfect ingredient for an immersive RPG.

As with Dead Rising, Dragons Dogma 2 wasnt for everyone.

These design choices add reams of texture, but naturally, not everyones going to like how it feels.

A dragon in Dragon’s Dogma 2.

Ultimately, it all comes down to a willingness to limit the player.

That being said, its a fine line between restriction and frustration.

), suggests Capcom knows the demand for tactile games is there.

Dead Rising protagonist Frank West fighting a horde of zombies using a baseball bat

I couldnt be happier.

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