A great start to a great trilogy.
The gameplay is quite easy to pick up, and is great: instead of normal slashes like in its predecessors, you get to do several combos, and those depend on the kind of weapon you equip. Also, the main menu was improved, with many more options: quests, customize (the greatest addiction in this game, IMO), etc.
Also, the offline mode is amazing as well. New modes were added, and the forums are way better. Too bad we will only see Crimson Vs. in the next game. And I loved the brand new gift cards! =D
The graphics are beautiful. Let's remember that this game is supposed to resemble the ultimate MMORPG, and it does the job quite well. Also, the weapons designs are simply amazing.
The game's soundtrack is unbelievable. Each and every music adapts perfectly to each scene of the game. My fave is "Gentle Hands".
Although this is a great game, I can't see myself playing it all over again, it begins to be repetitive, and nowadays my only motive of playing it is to get 100% completion.
My score: 9/10