I can’t honestly recall a situation quite like this one. On the one hand, 2k has pumped out some really strong new content. The maps are absolutely top notch, Kill ’em Kindly is a fun alternative to the standard modes and Rebirth gives players that have maxed out a reason to return. However, what good is all this new content if you can’t jump online and just play the maps?

Given the throwback vibe at work here it should come as little surprise that the game offers a very streamlined control scheme. In fact, you’ll primarily use two buttons in any combat situation you encounter with X wielding your sword and the circle deploying your secondary item — such as a boomerang or a bow and arrow. You’ll also learn a dashing attack that is executed by pressing the square button. The shoulder buttons are used for cycling through items, checking out your map and using your shield to block enemy attacks.