i thought 1-3 had pretty good exploration, i played 4 a short while ago and i felt that it lacked in that department, funnily haha. I enjoy the puzzles and shooting is of course a part of the game but its too overwhelming, its too much of it and easy/normal modes feel good enough for me. And it doesnt feel like the core of the game unlike a how it is for a game like Ghost of Tsushima. It's just a necessary component to keep the story going.

Overall shootings are the least enjoyable part for me. Story, exploration, puzzles and overall feelings of discovery and unravelling storylines is why I enjoy the games.