Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin

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7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 751 Ratings

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  1. AlexProgresiveX
    Aug 31, 2023
    10
    I have waited years for this review, although this game suffered a lot of hate for years, it is a gem, which completely changed the souls mechanics, gave depth to a story that was not so polished in the initial version, the gameplay It's perfect, and the graphics downgrade is understandable for those stable 60fps, although it doesn't follow the same argument as DS1 and DS3, it's a jewelI have waited years for this review, although this game suffered a lot of hate for years, it is a gem, which completely changed the souls mechanics, gave depth to a story that was not so polished in the initial version, the gameplay It's perfect, and the graphics downgrade is understandable for those stable 60fps, although it doesn't follow the same argument as DS1 and DS3, it's a jewel from this studio.… Expand
  2. TheSatanist
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    After going for all the platinums on Console and also 100% all available Soulsbornekiro-Games on PC I was actually shocked that I spent most playtime in Dark Souls 2 and had to evaluate on this unforseen outcome :D While the game clearly strays from the path of DS1, DS3 and Demon's Souls it actually has an intruiging way of telling its story and a really nice pacing. Are there some boringAfter going for all the platinums on Console and also 100% all available Soulsbornekiro-Games on PC I was actually shocked that I spent most playtime in Dark Souls 2 and had to evaluate on this unforseen outcome :D While the game clearly strays from the path of DS1, DS3 and Demon's Souls it actually has an intruiging way of telling its story and a really nice pacing. Are there some boring bosses? Hell yeah! Are the graphics a bit cartoony? Yes they are! But the atmosphere delivered is just amazing, the gameplay is a bit different from the other FS-Games but also super fun. While the vanilla game would only deserve an 8/10 the by now complete game including the 3 DLCs is a straight up 10 of enjoyment.… Expand
  3. AgentLvi
    Jun 19, 2023
    8
    Great game. The story is decent. The scoring is great, visual is really amazing, the voice & sound is also amazing
  4. nietzfk
    May 20, 2023
    9
    I love now. It's full of content. Gameplay can be troublesome sometimes, but it's all good.
  5. Naked_Snakee
    Apr 7, 2023
    8
    Just text (crutch) to save the game to the list. Such things. Maybe I'll do a review later.
  6. watchm824
    Feb 27, 2023
    9
    Good game. Dedicated to all fans of the genre. Who complains about the complexity - just does not understand anything.
    Addon - nothing particularly interesting.
  7. farrrullll
    Jan 27, 2023
    8
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  8. smahlt
    Jan 20, 2023
    8
    Pretty solid game, nice follow up to the first though not quite as polished.
  9. ErayTellezi
    Jan 16, 2023
    8
    Elden Ringi saymazsak ilk defa bir Souls oyununda büyü yaptım. Özellikle DLC'lerdeki boss yolları için hibrit bir karakter tavsiye ediliyordu ama neticede çok gerekli olduğunu düşünmüyorum. Çok az büyü kullandım. Elden Rİng'te de böye hibrit, kara büyü atan bir karakterim vardı ama orada daha çok büyü kullanıyordum. Bunda stamina falan da kastığım için ağır zırhlı oynayabildim ve yakınElden Ringi saymazsak ilk defa bir Souls oyununda büyü yaptım. Özellikle DLC'lerdeki boss yolları için hibrit bir karakter tavsiye ediliyordu ama neticede çok gerekli olduğunu düşünmüyorum. Çok az büyü kullandım. Elden Rİng'te de böye hibrit, kara büyü atan bir karakterim vardı ama orada daha çok büyü kullanıyordum. Bunda stamina falan da kastığım için ağır zırhlı oynayabildim ve yakın dövüşe daha rahat girdim.

    Dark Souls Remastered ve Dark Souls 3 ile kıyaslayacağım. Core mekanikler aynı zaten, farklılıklara değinmek lazım. İlk farklılık ilk oyundan sonra artık bir üssümüz var. Bazı satıcılar başka yerlerde olsa da genelde bir yerde toplanmış durumda. Oyunun lineer ilerlememesi yine ilk oyundaki gibi. Sürekli geri gitmek, doğru zamanda doğru şeyi yapmak gerekiyor. İlk iki oyunu rehbersiz bitirmek imkansız.

    Alanların ve mekanların çeşitliliği ilk oyundaki kadar olmasa da başarılı. Bölgeler bazen zorlayıcı olabiliyor. Bu durumda bazı bonfire'ların gizli duvarların arkasına koyulmuş olması saçma durmuş.

    Atmosferi Bloodborne ya da Dark Souls 3 kadar kuvvetli değil. Bunda görsel kalitenin biraz kötü olması etkili tabii. Yoksa çizimler, konseptler yine şahane.

    Düşman çeşitliliği yine epey üst seviyede. Boss çeşitliliği de iyi ama dönemin teknik imkanları nedeniyle olsa gerek, hareketleri o kadar çeşitli ve akıcı değil. İlk oyuna göre daha iyi, üçüncüden kötü. Ayrıca çok zor bir boss da yok. Akılda kalıcı değiller.

    Neticede 57 saat süren macera, yine ağzımda hoş bir tat bıraktı. Şimdiye kadar oynadığım From Software oyunları arasında bir tık zayıf kalsa da 2023 yılında bile iş görüyor.    … Expand
  10. r0m4n0
    Dec 15, 2022
    8
    Good Game : A lot of features & mechanics make this opus interesting !
    if u like Elden Ring, this Dark Souls II has the same spirit ...
  11. Aqualonuss
    Nov 5, 2022
    8
    "Schlechtestes Spiel der Reihe, trotzdem sehr gut!"

    Ich hatte enormen Spaß, bin aber von vielen Sachen kein Fan. Bosse sind zum Teil grauenhaft und Welt hat nicht so schönes Design wie noch die Teile davor.
  12. Gliphy
    Oct 7, 2022
    9
    Моя первая часть Dark Souls, которую люблю больше прочих, но какой же это кривой кусок кода. Во всем эта игра намекает, что должна быть Demon Souls 2. В итоге мы получили, что сюжет непонятный набор концепций; локации никак не связаны, а если и связана, то ну просто крайне нелогично. Боссы очень медленные, а рядовые враги очень слабые, но их настолько много, что пердак прям разрывается.Моя первая часть Dark Souls, которую люблю больше прочих, но какой же это кривой кусок кода. Во всем эта игра намекает, что должна быть Demon Souls 2. В итоге мы получили, что сюжет непонятный набор концепций; локации никак не связаны, а если и связана, то ну просто крайне нелогично. Боссы очень медленные, а рядовые враги очень слабые, но их настолько много, что пердак прям разрывается.

    Но я люблю эту часть Душ. Люблю за ее посыл, люблю за ее персонажей, люблю за ее атмосферу и музыку. Лукатиэль навсегда останется в моем сердечке, как и Изумрудная Вестница    … Expand
  13. Zallen
    Sep 9, 2022
    9
    Лучший соус с кучей контента и добротными боссами (в семье не без уродов) - которые задают челлендж, а главное - повышение сложности для тру хардкорщиков. Из минусов откровенно прохладный лвл дизайн.
    9ть и точка из 10ти.
  14. draemato
    Aug 14, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Masterpiece society doesn't deserve.

    In community it is respectful to hate DS2 an it's fans, and tbh i also didn't liked this game at first, but when i played DS1 and DS3 i was shocked, because everyone told me that those games are masterpieces and so on, but there is nothing special in those, i mean, DS1 is really 5/10 and DS3 is Lordran but N thousands year ago. Dark Souls II is the best, people just don't get it, but it's fine, we have our cozy small community.    … Expand
  15. BoomerZoomer
    Jun 30, 2022
    8
    You know where to go next without using wikipedia and its actually fun and has most location variety of all dark souls games
  16. Yukhta
    Jun 8, 2022
    8
    The game is good addition to original DS2. If you enjoyed DS2 original you should play this.
    Fresh experience.
  17. Jonneeyy
    Apr 14, 2022
    10
    Was ein geiles Rollenspiel! Extrem spannende Welt, teilweise echt geile Bosse und ein mega Kampfsystem. Außerdem gibt es viele kleine Verbesserungen im Vergleich zu DS1, Inventar usw.
  18. prostopopez
    Mar 29, 2022
    9
    Unlike first and third games in the series, Dark Souls 2 dives into local history, which is mesmerizing if you like castles, knights, and the Middle Ages. Loses in smoothness to the third game, to the story of the first, but still a great experience. Music, combat system, atmosphere are wonderful. The only thing that annoys you if you have little free time is the presence of manyUnlike first and third games in the series, Dark Souls 2 dives into local history, which is mesmerizing if you like castles, knights, and the Middle Ages. Loses in smoothness to the third game, to the story of the first, but still a great experience. Music, combat system, atmosphere are wonderful. The only thing that annoys you if you have little free time is the presence of many nondescript locations and bosses. Recommended to play with friends.… Expand
  19. KermitTheReview
    Mar 22, 2022
    8
    I once had to refund this game after only 2 hours of experience. But after a while, I decided to give this game a second chance and it was the right decision. This game has many weaknesses, but after learning that Miyazaki is not involved in this game too much, I lowered my expectations and I enjoyed the game. The game is quite difficult at the beginning, but after reaching the mid-gameI once had to refund this game after only 2 hours of experience. But after a while, I decided to give this game a second chance and it was the right decision. This game has many weaknesses, but after learning that Miyazaki is not involved in this game too much, I lowered my expectations and I enjoyed the game. The game is quite difficult at the beginning, but after reaching the mid-game stage and getting used to the mechanics of this game, Dark Soul II is quite good. Especially the DLC with extremely high quality. This is worth trying.… Expand
  20. pavvlad
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    one of the best ds games - game atmosphere characters lore its like 10/10 but dark souls prepare to die edition forever in my heart so ii chapter 9/10
  21. namelessrequiem
    Feb 8, 2022
    8
    8/10, after playing ds1, the experience of this game feels like just capitalization of the 1st one
  22. S3XU4LH34L1NG
    Jan 30, 2022
    9
    This is a **** masterpiece, yeah you can see the not 100 % perfect polish in some corners but imo this a more then fitting worthy succesor to DS1. Its a really chucky game. Depending on your speed and skill a 30-40h is realistic. Worth playing in 2021.
  23. C4NAB1Sx
    Jan 27, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. fffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffff… Expand
  24. Khinzer
    Jan 6, 2022
    9
    Nice game, not a Miyazaki creation but it's really good and challenging anyways, but for me it's a 9/10 because of f*cking Frigid Outskirts, it's the only area in the franchise that really hate.
  25. Emirkartal
    Jan 6, 2022
    8
    bosses were not difficult but i hate this map design. I'm tired of fall down and die...
  26. Brunodaniel123
    Dec 26, 2021
    10
    Ótimo jogo,não tenho nada a reclamar,tirei horas de jogos muitas divertidas,uma bela histórias,pvp.mt bom,armas boas para pvp,melhores magias,recomendo a todos jogar,não vai pelo lado onde as pessoas fala que esse jogo é ruim,quem fala isso acho q nem deve ter saido de majula.
  27. Jonnymetter
    Nov 3, 2021
    9
    My favourite game of all time. I don't give it a 10 because it has flaws (a lot of them if I have to be objective). But the only game that has this kind of ambient, sensation and emotion put into a world.
    Majula is like a second home, Drangleic is like a reflection of our world and Aldia is what resides in what makes us human. I cannot express how this game has accompanied me these years.    My favourite game of all time. I don't give it a 10 because it has flaws (a lot of them if I have to be objective). But the only game that has this kind of ambient, sensation and emotion put into a world.
    Majula is like a second home, Drangleic is like a reflection of our world and Aldia is what resides in what makes us human. I cannot express how this game has accompanied me these years.

    Truly, a masterpiece,    … Expand
  28. nurfedx
    Oct 30, 2021
    10
    One of the best Games known to mankind.
    From Software is a safe heaven for the Gaming community.
    Especially in times where big Developers dissapiont us with theyr fraudulent intent.
    Praise the sun!
  29. gotterpotter56
    Oct 10, 2021
    8
    По сравнению с первой частью, в этой части очень много контента, и как по мне, это главная проблема игры. Уже близко к концу, просто хочется чтоб игра быстро закончилась. В некоторых местах игра стала лучше, а в некоторых хуже. Сама стилистика и атмосфера игры, если честно мне не понравилась. А так, криминально плохого в игре нет. Оценка 8.6 из 10По сравнению с первой частью, в этой части очень много контента, и как по мне, это главная проблема игры. Уже близко к концу, просто хочется чтоб игра быстро закончилась. В некоторых местах игра стала лучше, а в некоторых хуже. Сама стилистика и атмосфера игры, если честно мне не понравилась. А так, криминально плохого в игре нет. Оценка 8.6 из 10
  30. Andrewblank610
    Sep 28, 2021
    9
    In my opinion, the best of dark souls mechanics. DS3 and anything in the future could be better with power stancing and hexes being its own class of spells. While DS3 is obviously a much more beautiful and dark game, DS2 is definitely good in its own right. Don't let the complainers turn you away.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. RPG Fan
    Feb 20, 2017
    72
    Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin offers only minor tweaks to serious gameplay issues of the original game. Nonetheless, it still remains a wholly enjoyable online experience, just don't expect much from the singleplayer experience.
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  2. CD-Action
    Jun 29, 2015
    95
    It’s a freaking masterpiece! Do yourself a favor and experience it if you haven’t done it yet. [06/2015, p.68]
  3. Games.cz
    May 4, 2015
    80
    A pleasant combination of revised version of Dark Souls II with excellent DLCs offers a brutal difficulty and a fantastic atmosphere - even more intense than ever. Although the Scholar of the First Sin is not a purchase for everyone, if you try you will not be disappointed.
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