Find out recommended matches
In the official PlayStation combat description, katana are presented against swordsmen, dual katanas against spearmen, and ōdachi against heavy enemies. Yari is good against sickle wielders, while kusarigama helps against groups and shields. These are guidelines for selection, not a guarantee of victory with one click. The types of weapons available expand as you master the game and learn from masters.
Look at the enemy before the start of the series
Before entering close combat, assess who is nearby and who can attack from the side. If the weapon you need is not yet available, use familiar actions and a comfortable distance, rather than looking for a non-existent change button. In a group, identify the nearest threat and maintain the ability to move away. Recommended weapon matching helps select a response, but does not replace monitoring enemy movements.
Practice shifting between two options
Select a couple of already unlocked weapons and repeat the transition between them on a familiar task. First check the controls without a long combination. The goal is to calmly choose the desired option after a different type of enemy appears. When switching is no longer distracting, add a follow-up attack. Someone else's post with late equipment may show capabilities that you don't yet have.
Specify which mode the advice applies to
Main Story, Legends and Most Wanted have different conditions. Tips for Atsu should not automatically transfer to any available character of another mode. Before starting, look at the description of the mode, the available set and current improvements. For an accurate list of features, use the official PlayStation page and your version details, especially when comparing the regular edition to the Complete Edition.
Sources and checks
Guides are automatically translated from Russian; interface labels may differ. The Russian edition is the original.
