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The perfect parry and slow-mo effects tickle the brain just right, and heavy attacks punctuate light attacks well.

Less positioning, more bludgeoning.

The First Berserker: Khazan protagonist

The best defense is a good offense.

Budgeting stamina is still important, but combat is noticeably less weighty than in loud-and-proud Soulslikes.

Neople promises plentiful skills and weapons for further customization, with Khazan wielding any weapon with ease.

A screenshot of the upcoming Xbox series X game, The First Berserker: Khazan.

The demo boss kicked my butt a few times, too, which bodes well.

The First Berserker: Khazan is coming to PS5 and Xbox Series X as well as PC.

First Berserker: Khazan screenshot showing two characters engaged in battle

The First Berserker: Khazan screenshot showing the protagonist fighting a yeti

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