One look at new stop-motion Metroidvania The Spirit of the Samurai is more than enough to grab your attention. Blending the side-on 2D action of Hollow Knight or Ori and the Will of the Wisps with a spooky, horror-tinged Japanese setting reminiscent of Nioh, its lovingly handcrafted animations make it one of the most eye-catching games I’ve seen in a while. Yet after sitting down to take a closer look at Gamescom 2024, the level of control you’re given over how you fight is what’s really won me over. Continue reading New Metroidvania Spirit of the Samurai gives you total combo control MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best action-adventure games, Best indie games, Best platform games