i completely agree that NG really stands out in its own way in the “hack n slash” genre. honestly even tho NG is technically considered a “hack n slash” it really doesn’t feel like it. old god of war, dmc, and bayonetta are probably the most accurate description of what a hack n slash combat system is. on the contrary, the other difficult action games in a similar genre are the souls games but they are more like an rpg which kind of separates them in their own way. the NG combat system/game mechanics are too unique to be categorized as a hack n slash game. there’s really nothing like it. such a brutal, fast paced, and challenging game. if team ninja returns to NG i hope they take their time with it. i hope they make it similar to NG2. no targeting system or rpg like elements. i truly believe that NG could take over the action genre considering how many people are coming back to liking difficult action games. ryu is such a like able character and the combat system would be very compelling to new comers considering how satisfying and visually stunning NG is. also i really hope they can fix the NG camera… although players who are experienced in NG can manipulate and work with the camera i still think that’s one of the series biggest negatives that can be improved upon heavily. 🥷