Hard Lock Instead of Soft Lock
The new beta demo has also introduced a hard target lock system in replacement of the soft lock that we saw back in the alpha. This will be mostly subject to personal preference, but the hard target lock allows players to strafe around enemies, and also ensures that your attacks will move in the direction of your target. The soft lock, on the other hand, did make it easier for players to maneuver in and out of combat, but it also meant that it was extremely easy for you to leave your back completely open to foes.
The hard target lock makes Nioh feel much more similar to the Souls games in that it gives players more control when choosing how to react to an enemy AI. Of course, remember to remove your target lock whenever you need to get out of tight spaces, or it’ll seriously mess your camera up.
