Sekiro: 18 Tips & Tricks The Game Doesn't Tell You

13. Use The Axe Prosthetic To Break Shields

Another pointer for early-game play and the horrifically annoying Juzuo boss: Make sure you have the axe on-hand to shatter enemy shields.

Without it you're at the mercy of complete damage reductions when they guard, and even trying to break through will just see them shield-bash you away. Sekiro's health is so small at the beginning, that even 3-4 bashes is enough to kill you, which is pretty lame way to go, to say the least.

There are additional moves to unlock that can help with shields, and of course stealth is always there too, but as the axe is easily missable by not visiting the temple - and some bosses come with shielded grunt helpers - you're SO much better off equipping this early.