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Difficulty balance was mostly approachable, with stronger late-game or optional challenges, but several reviewers thought the main path and bosses were easy.
Pros: gameplay mechanics, world interactivity
Cons: economy and resource balance, enemy variety
Difficulty is seen as challenging and rewarding, but reviewers note the fast pace and fear stacking can create frustration.
Pros: skill tree depth, dialogue quality
Cons: emotional impact, economy and resource balance
Difficulty was mixed: bosses and set pieces could be satisfyingly challenging, but spikes and hand-cramping moments frustrated some players.
Pros: world-building, frame rate stability
Cons: companion AI, upgrade system
Difficulty balance was criticized for lacking a sweet spot, with high settings feeling too harsh and lower settings too easy.
Pros: animation quality, sound design
Cons: difficulty balance, AI behavior