I'm still at the beginning, so I didn't get much into fights. Sword fighting is really more difficult because it depends more on your controls and Henry is a noob at the beginning (perhaps with a growing skill it will be better). When I see more opponents, I'm running away. I can't imagine fighting with more opponents at a time. But it's not Dark Souls so don't be afraid. I'm not a hardcore player, and still, I won all swordfights so pressing buttons insanely is enough :D