The game breaks free from the pre-rendered camera system of the predecessor to serve up a much faster and action-focused game experience. Main star Samanosuke plays much like he did in the first game, but the new second character Jaques (featuring the likeness of Jean Reno), is a much different type of experience. In control of an energy whip, Jacques can smack his enemies high and low and even grab them in a python-like grip for additional maneuvers. The game will feature locales ranging from feudal Japan to modern-day Paris, France.