4-way vs 8-way movement

Golden Krone Hotel was initially designed around 4-way movement, but optional 8-way movement was added later. Players often ask if these two ways of movement are balanced and the answer is kind of. Each comes with its own pros and cons.

4-way

• You can only be "surrounded" by 4 monsters
• It generally takes longer for enemies to approach you in open areas
• Easier to dodge directional spells
• Firestorm is more advantageous when cast on diagonals
• Likewise, revolver shots are perfectly safe from diagonals

8-way

• More directions available to aim spells and therefore a lot more danger from spell casters
• Easier to grab blood pools (same applies to enemy vampires)
• Easier to get past a small number of enemies
• Travel time is slightly reduced in open areas
• Sunlight can be dodged more often