Not only can you "play properly" without the HUD; the game is much improved when you play without the HUD. Trust us. This isn't merely an artificial way for us to make the game more difficult.VibratingDonkey said:You can play properly without a HUD? Blade counters? Memory log? Is this the secret twist Ubisoft was talking about?
I noticed when reading a walkthrough that I've missed a ton from the lab sections. Is it possible to replay them or do you have to start over? Crap.
The game is designed to be played without the HUD or map.
And I suppose you wouldn't actually need the memory log, but it also doesn't make the game too easy either (like the HUD and map do). Personally, I like using the memory log because it enriches the experience and sense of immersion in the game world.
Nix the HUD and "select" map. Stick with the memory log.