New playable characters and gameplay features revealed for Attack on Titan 2

Famitsu magazine has revealed some new gameplay tidbits and playable characters for Koei Tecmo’s upcoming Switch game Attack on Titan 2 (thanks to Gematsu for the translation):

• New playable characters: Hannes, Ian Dietrich, Mitabi Jarnach, Rico Brzenska
• A “Surprise Attack” can be used on Titans once the Surprise Attack meter has filled up
• Base Contruction – build towers, forts etc on the field
• Titans will become stronger when their “Alertness” rises
• “Buddy Actions” will allow allies to support and protect you
• “Hook Drive” – a special counter attack that is triggered when you dodge a Titan’s attack at the last moment

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