While staying within the space of traditional Action Role Playing / Adventure games, Shattered Bonds provides a unique combat experience, adding a fresh wind to the core gameplay of an already widely popular genre. Companion based combat The game focuses on a companion based combat style, where the player can control these companions indirectly as well as directly, through the use of abilities. This enhances personal combat preferences and gives the opportunity to adjust strategies in moment-to-moment gameplay, leading to a unique mix of action and strategic combat, requiring both quick and tactical decisions. Throughout the game, you will learn how to fight and defend yourself, recruit new companions and lead them towards victory.