I would rate this a 3.25
The map is pretty large, which I like. However, 3/4 of the map is filled with empty space. There is NOTHING to discover in the empty space. It just mountainous terrain covered in dense trees.
The story line is decent with weak supporting side quests.
Selling and dismantling items/gear is exhausting. You must do it one item at a time. For about a week they brought back the multi sell option but then took it away.
Using scouts to scout mission objectives is useful and a great feature overall.
I miss having the eagle for eagle vision, it always provided a different perspective which I appreciated. Yes, Noaoe can technically do eagle vision, however it only works within 35 meters and doesn't offer an overhead view.
The game does not reward or even invite "off the beaten path" exploration. There is absolutely no need at all to venture off main roads. There is nothing to be found. NOTHING. Not a single chest, not a single bandit camp... Seriously, NOTHING. And 3/4 of the world is off the main road. You'll be wondering around with nothing to kill, nothing to loot. No secretes, no chests.
Thegame is pretty but very repetitive with so much wasted space between towns, castles, camps, shrines, etc.
The meditation rhythm game is extremely annoying.