Experience & Skill Points

Unlock the secrets to mastering Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice! This guide breaks down experience, skill points, and how to best utilize them to become an unstoppable Shinobi.

Hey there! So, you're diving into Sekiro and wondering how to get stronger, right? Let's talk about Experience and Skill Points. Think of Experience as your overall progression, and Skill Points are what you spend to learn new moves and abilities. It's pretty straightforward, but getting the most out of it can make a huge difference.

To get 100% of the Achievements in Sekiro, you'll need to complete at least 2.5 playthroughs of the game. This is mainly because there are four different Endings you need to see. Normally, that would mean four full playthroughs, but we can get clever! By backing up your save file, you can earn the Immortal Severance, Purification, and Return Endings using just one save. The Shura Ending, however, needs its own playthrough because it branches off differently. You'll also need to do at least one run of NG++ because there isn't enough Lapis Lazuli in a single playthrough to upgrade all 10 Prosthetic Tools.

While some folks might frown on save-file tricks, Sekiro doesn't really have other achievements that tie into multiple playthroughs like some other FromSoftware games. You've got the Shura Ending requiring its own run, which is fair. But having to beat the whole game two more times just for different endings? That can feel like a bit much, so using that save backup is a solid way to save yourself some time and grinding.