Most of the combat and gameplay mechanics have been completely overhauled, like the fixed camera that's been replaced with a third-person over-the-shoulder free camera, as well as the addition of a companion.
Stunning visuals; Great soundtrack; Solid gear upgrade system; Interesting depiction of Norse mythology; Massive open-world free to explore; Excellent challenges and puzzles; A lot of optional content; Dynamic combat system
Story could have been better; Few epic fights in story mode; Strong characters; but relationship falls flat; Combat can become repetitive; Skill tree can use some improvements