![]() Sorry to all those that use devices like Razer Nagas or Logitech G600s, but those users will have to find and use third party applications in order to make full use of them, provided that the in-game anti-hack protection doesn’t have anything to say about them. As fun as it may sound for a game like this, after trying out a few quests using a gamepad, I would have to say that it works, but is not a very optimal way of playing, as the amount of reaction time needed, as well as the sensitivity of an analog joystick is simply not up to the task.Īlso: For those that use fancy keyboards and mice with their PC setup, you may be disappointed to know that the game only seems to support basic key/button inputs. Fortunately, the game offers just enough options to make the crosshair sensitive more manageable.įor the first time in any version of the game, the English version of Blade & Soul comes with the option to play with a gamepad. Because of how sensitive the crosshair can be, combined with its tendency to stay lock-on to the first enemy to come in contact with, switching between opponents that are all clustered together can be a bit of a challenge. By default, the game uses a soft targeting system where you must aim a crosshair at an enemy, TPS style, in order to activate most skills in combat. The combat system in Blade & Soul is in between the crossroads of a traditional MMORPG and a modern Action-based one. Movement is a huge selling point in this game. Otherwise players may find themselves performing the wrong kinds of attacks or attempting to perform skills that are simply not available at the moment. Because of these abilities, the controls take a bit of getting used to, as most new players will have to learn how to position themselves properly along with making sure that their character and their opponent are in certain states in order to fight and battle effectively. Many other keys also allow for context sensitive skills such as Kung-Fu Master’s shin kick, or Blade Master and Blade Dancers sword throw which can only be used from a certain distance between the player and the opponent. ![]() For instance, while playing as a Kung-Fu Master, after performing an attack that procs critical damage, players will be able to perform a special kick attack for extra damage. The F key is also used for various context sensitive skills that change depending on the situation. The control scheme are what you would expect from a modern MMORPG: By default WASD for movement, LMB for auto attack, and RMB, 1 thru 4 and Z, X, C and V for various different skills and abilities. However, I will also say that certain aspects of the game did leave a lot to be desired. For myself, the time sunk into the closed beta and last few weeks past launch confirm that everything was certainly worth the wait. I’m not alone in having been looking forward to this one for quite some time. ![]() Now with its global launch past, NCWest plans to go full tilt in an attempt to make the game a well-known eSport on top of it all. ![]() Created by NCSoft’s in-house development team “Team Bloodlust” and originally headlined by well-known South Korean illustrator Hyung-Tae Kim, Blade & Soul presents itself as a martial arts themed MMORPG filled with impressive combat, big boobs and even bigger ambitious for gameplay. It’s finally here… After several years of anticipation, North America and Europe finally has their very own version of the Asian sensation that is Blade & Soul. Additional Images by Darren Henderson ( DizzyPW), Portal Manager
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