Traversal mechanics (Submitted)

Yeah, I liked that too. It made travel a lot faster. I doubt we can go without a double jump though, that's almost a given for these sorts of games nowadays.

Pfft, backdash spam is nothing compared to UEUEUE Dive kick spam.

I would be disappointed if we don't have a dodge, dive kick, and dash of some sort. Plus some form of gravity boots because that's just plain good fun =)

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You and me both. But it was certainly amusing to make! This is what lots of boredom does.

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Well we also have to keep in mind that there will be different characters to play through the full game with, so each of them will probably have different movement options. So one character could have a glide, while another has one of those super-jumps, while yet another could have a dash that can be done mid-air, it's a whole bunch of interesting possibilities, to be sure.

While that can be true, it also takes a high level of proficiency to be able to successfully juggle between all of those movement variables. So while having more tools at your disposal will certainly give you options, it can also be used against you by a savvy designer. It's all about balance.

Mirrors edge is built almost entirely around this concept.
Devil May Cry is a good example of where the player has tons of options, but the enemies are built to counter many of those options. So it becomes a game in and of itself to know when to utilize the different mechanics.
Mario games, especially the newer ones do this a lot. You have run, slide, crouch, stomp, dodge roll, double and triple jump, plus all the upgrade items that take it further, yet the level design, enemy placement and movement/attack patterns are what give the game it's difficulty.
Dustforce is a sidescroller that places mobility at the center of the gameplay.

Obviously those are just examples to answer your question. My point is simply that advanced traversal mechanics don't automatically mean the game is easier. It's all about balancing the players toolset against the obstacles you give them. A series of jumps across simple platforms is easy, but those same jumps with enemies scattered in between and spikes on the ceilings becomes more difficult. Having more tools means designers can be more creative... granted, it leaves room for bad design as well, but I don't think we have to worry about that problem with Iga =)