So, playing Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty can certainly prove challenging at first, with a learning curve that isn’t always enjoyable. That’s why it’s good to arm yourself with some tips and tricks to help get you started. This list of tips will help you overcome the steep learning curve and let you enjoy the Wo Long experience without the added hardships.
Verticality
Unlike other similar titles, here players have a jump button, and you’ll be grateful for it.
This opens up a host of opportunities in the levels, since you can explore them vertically and find rewards or alternative routes. It’s a good idea to locate all the jump areas so that you can make the most of them and snap up any bonuses.
You can also launch powerful jump attacks to catch enemies by surprise and deal maximum damage, or even kill multiple enemies in one stroke.
The importance of blocking
Blocking is tremendously important as it allows you to redirect enemy attacks at the push of a button at the right time. To pull this manoeuvre off, be sure to take it easy and first see what the enemy, especially powerful enemies, are capable of, gauging their movements and pace.
Keep in mind that blocking drains the spirit gauge, which is a kind of stamina bar in the game.
The good thing is that you can block or dodge almost as much as you want, but you must attack to balance it.
Update your equipment
Don’t make the mistake of sticking with the same equipment. Even if it works for you, it’s essential to experiment with the different pieces of gear you come across.
You’re going to find a lot of loot, and you need to know how to properly manage your inventory, as a small difference in equipment parameters can be decisive for enemies later on.
The advantage over Nioh, the developer’s previous release, is that here it doesn’t go by level, and you can also alter your gear’s stats. This makes updating your equipment much simpler, as you need only take into account the rarity of the piece.
Use all kinds of weapons
Using one single weapon can make some enemies choke more than normal. Experimenting with all the weapons you see can give you many more options in terms of range, combos and so on.
You can also make combos with both weapons while switching from one to the other, so adding that second weapon can help you deal more damage if you learn to master it.
Utilise the environment
This goes with what we were saying at the beginning. There are many semi-hidden paths that allow you to take enemies from behind or above, allowing you to catch them off guard and do some serious damage. You can also open shortcuts, should the worst happen.
It’s okay to die
While it may sound like a lie, dying can actually come with advantages. You also needn’t be too afraid of heights, since falling won’t kill you off completely.
On the other hand, you also don’t lose all your cash, only half.
