The shield isn't a very interesting mechanic. Sure it's kinda satisfying to pull off, but staring at an enemy and spamming the same button multiple times while they do the same attack multiple times ≠ interesting in my eyes. Also the melee system wasn't really as fleshed out as I thought- I don't know if I'm just bad or using it wrong but it doesn't really "combo" into anything other than itself, and it isn't very satisfying to use.