Dark Souls II

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  1. monktheking
    Apr 28, 2014
    9
    Revising my first review. Patch fixed everything. Game looks and plays fantastic. It's Dark Souls 2, you will die alot and get angry. But you will have fun while doing so.
  2. knarr
    Apr 26, 2014
    9
    I can't believe so many people are so negative about this release, while we live in an era in which so few decent games are released. I have 200+ hours in DS1 and I believe the developers really stayed true to the previous titles. In all ways this game is like a rough gem. You have to do some effort before you can enjoy it. As a new player you need to get used to the difficulty and lack ofI can't believe so many people are so negative about this release, while we live in an era in which so few decent games are released. I have 200+ hours in DS1 and I believe the developers really stayed true to the previous titles. In all ways this game is like a rough gem. You have to do some effort before you can enjoy it. As a new player you need to get used to the difficulty and lack of guiding and as a experienced DaS or DeS player you need to get used to the new feel of the controls. If you dont take the effort, you won't enjoy the game. I'd like to make a few points.

    First of all, Don't use key/mouse, use a controller. If you don't have any, buy one, this game is worth it. It might be ridiculous to buy a controller just to be able to play a game, but it's not. Buying a controller + this game is a way better investment than almost all games released past years in this price range.

    The second point I want to make is that if you're an experienced DS fan, don't expect that you can just jump into this game and play it like DS1 or Demon Souls. The controls are different, which doesn't mean they are bad. You just need to get used them again, like you always have to when you play a new game. I also had to get used and after a few hours a was starting to love the new controls.

    Third point. Don't use the pre order weapons. They break quickly (no, repair mechanism isn't broken, it's just the po weapons that break quickly), are ugly and are something that shouldn't be in Dark Souls. Dark Souls is about getting rewarded for overcoming seemingly impossible challenges and not about getting rewarded for buying the game early.

    Also, dont grind because of the difficulty, it'll ruin the experience. Just keep trying and trying and trying. You'll eventually get good enough to get to the next bonfire, even while having no more healing items and only half a health bar a the start.

    Surely the developers made some poor decisions, but a majority of these decisions only have a minor impact if you, as a gamer, make the right decisions. To the people with crash issues I would like to say: don't be so damn impatient. Just wait a few days like you waited years for this release. It will probably be solved quickly.

    The game has some issues but none of them are gamebreaking to me. To me, the game compensates with great content and gameplay. The only real complaint I have so far is the lighting downgrade which makes the use of torches unnecessary. Someone will probably release a mod sometime that fixes this problem so I don't really mind.    … Expand
  3. IE33
    Apr 26, 2014
    9
    Dark Souls 1 was complete catastrophe on PC, game was lagging in some places for completely no reason, sad controls for mouse/keyboard users... So what about Dark Souls II ?

    It's totally different from previous DS port, game works flawlessly in full 60 FPS without any lags. Mouse/Keyboard controls? - They are fine but you will have to adjust them a little bit to your liking otherwise    Dark Souls 1 was complete catastrophe on PC, game was lagging in some places for completely no reason, sad controls for mouse/keyboard users... So what about Dark Souls II ?

    It's totally different from previous DS port, game works flawlessly in full 60 FPS without any lags.

    Mouse/Keyboard controls? - They are fine but you will have to adjust them a little bit to your liking otherwise everything is OK with controls and I'm really happy about that!
    There's also few graphical bugs that happen very rarely, personally I have encountered only one during my 8 hours of playtime in certain place.

    To sum up,
    I highly recommend Dark Souls 2 as it's a solid game with excellent port from console which is rare to see nowadays.    … Expand
  4. Ruzi
    Apr 26, 2014
    9
    I have not played any of the previous souls games, and I went into this game blind. I bought this game more or less due to the hype, and cause I've always been a rpg-fan.
    So did it it live up the hype? Yes, it did.
    I play with x-box pad on the pc, so I can't comment on the mouse keyboard controlls which seems to be an issue with most of the negative reviews. The graphics are not very    I have not played any of the previous souls games, and I went into this game blind. I bought this game more or less due to the hype, and cause I've always been a rpg-fan.
    So did it it live up the hype? Yes, it did.
    I play with x-box pad on the pc, so I can't comment on the mouse keyboard controlls which seems to be an issue with most of the negative reviews.
    The graphics are not very impresive, but but the art design is. The game is hard, really hard and it's frustrating. Whatever you do it feels like the game punishes you. But the gameplay is great. Combat is tense and lot of fun.
    I'm enjoying this game a lot.    … Expand
  5. Worldeater_PS4
    Apr 28, 2014
    9
    CHANGE THE PROMPTS TO PC CONTROLS !!!! NOT X-BOX!!!!!! "press y" means press enter, Press"a" blah blah blah, cant believe they didnt even bother with that !!!

    I loved no1, i just got a PS4 and sold the ps3, so PC is was !! The game plays very well, and is just as deadly as the last, this is not a charge in swinging game, as it wasnt before, feels like an upgraded extention of the    CHANGE THE PROMPTS TO PC CONTROLS !!!! NOT X-BOX!!!!!! "press y" means press enter, Press"a" blah blah blah, cant believe they didnt even bother with that !!!

    I loved no1, i just got a PS4 and sold the ps3, so PC is was !!
    The game plays very well, and is just as deadly as the last, this is not a charge in swinging game, as it wasnt before, feels like an upgraded extention of the lastone.

    Fantastic............just hurry up and change the prompts................have you done it yet ??.............very very annoying and lazy................................................how about now ???    … Expand
  6. Rokyn
    Apr 29, 2014
    9
    Captures the same atmosphere and difficulty as the predecessor, huge world full of secrets and bosses and many ways to engage in pvp, which works very well. My only problem is that you can't viably go strictly ranged combat, but I also can't imagine how they would pull that off with how the game is built.
    All in all it's a really great game, that I would recommend to anyone that enjoyed    Captures the same atmosphere and difficulty as the predecessor, huge world full of secrets and bosses and many ways to engage in pvp, which works very well. My only problem is that you can't viably go strictly ranged combat, but I also can't imagine how they would pull that off with how the game is built.
    All in all it's a really great game, that I would recommend to anyone that enjoyed the prequel, or who didn't play the prequel solely because of the bad port (much better now whoop!).    … Expand
  7. khjir
    Apr 29, 2014
    9
    Well my first post on mc, only to soften damage, done by some silly people. :)

    The game itself is well, no questions here. But as far as PC port goes - let me say, graphics + mods, 60fps, somewhat not that bad menu browsing with partly mouse navigation and horrid console design - yep it's there. But now it's usable, not like first game. So get used to it or skip, really if menus do    Well my first post on mc, only to soften damage, done by some silly people. :)

    The game itself is well, no questions here.
    But as far as PC port goes - let me say, graphics + mods, 60fps, somewhat not that bad menu browsing with partly mouse navigation and horrid console design - yep it's there. But now it's usable, not like first game. So get used to it or skip, really if menus do anger you, don't even bother.

    now controls - first i was kinda 'meh'. tried it for few hours. and now i'm rolling :) with some minor tweaks to control scheme, no mods or etc. just give it a fair try, try to get used to it, and you will be ok :) again - not perfect, but really good. i'm finishing lost bastille now, but my achievement is = no man's warth with no deaths at all, with keyboard without any fancy stuff.

    so overall pc game is good, it lacks some stuff but nothing seriuos. game itself is fantastic :) ill give my 9 just because i'm not into 0/10 :)    … Expand
  8. zachser
    Apr 29, 2014
    9
    This is a well made sequel to the Souls series. It runs a lot smoother on the PC than it's predecessor did and it actually feels like they put some care into making it run on the PC properly unlike the port of Dark Souls. The combat feels polished for the most part, different routes were balanced out a bit better (melee, sorcery, ranged, etc) to bring them closer together, the difficultyThis is a well made sequel to the Souls series. It runs a lot smoother on the PC than it's predecessor did and it actually feels like they put some care into making it run on the PC properly unlike the port of Dark Souls. The combat feels polished for the most part, different routes were balanced out a bit better (melee, sorcery, ranged, etc) to bring them closer together, the difficulty curve is much nicer (no Anor Londo wall in this one), and many of the environments are beautiful to look at. There is a nice blend of Dark Souls and Demon's Souls for this game, using the best of both worlds and improving upon both of them. Death carries a higher punishment than previous games, but at the same time perseverance is rewarded a little more. Dying costs you a percentage of your max health (down to a minimum of %50 I believe) but can be reversed by helping someone else beat a boss in their world or using a human effigy (I think I had about 40 of those by the end of the game). Once you kill an enemy so many times it will stop spawning upon resting at a bonfire or dying, both to stop constant grinding of a zone and to help players who keep dying a lot.

    Keyboard and mouse controls are not optimal like many people are saying, however there is no way that they could actually make that happen. Dark Souls 2 uses every button on the controller to play, including the D pad and L3, which puts it at using 14 non-movement or camera buttons. If you use your mouse for the camera and the two mouse buttons for attacks (can't use more than that for default controls because not everyone has more buttons than that) then you have sixteen buttons you have to somehow manage to keybind in a usable way (14 + 4 for movement - 2 for the mouse attacks). There is no way to actually do that where it feels intuitive, especially for a game like this where you have to be able to use most of those at a moments notice.

    Overall this is definitely a well made game and I believe it is getting a lot of flak for an undeserved reason. It is a rewarding game that gives one a great feeling of accomplishment when any boss is beaten or a zone you were having trouble with is passed and while it is certainly not made for the casual crowd, it is a good title for those of us who truly enjoy gaming.    … Expand
  9. SolomonRed
    Apr 30, 2014
    9
    Loving everything about this sequel.
    The people complaining about the graphics should look at the recommended specs, it was made so the majority of PC's would have no problem running it. FromSoftware even clarified that they want the game to look good but not be unattainable to mid range users.
    My experience so far has been nothing but flawless. Beautiful character models and landscapes    Loving everything about this sequel.
    The people complaining about the graphics should look at the recommended specs, it was made so the majority of PC's would have no problem running it. FromSoftware even clarified that they want the game to look good but not be unattainable to mid range users.
    My experience so far has been nothing but flawless. Beautiful character models and landscapes all around.
    Game-play wise the controls are consistently responsive, when I die I usual know it was because of a flaw on my part not the game. By the way I am playing on a gamepad, the way Dark Souls is meant to be played.
    This would be a 10 for me but due to the apparent very vocal minority of players having issues on their set-ups, it could likely use some minor fine tuning.    … Expand
  10. Syndrome
    May 1, 2014
    9
    Game is great, using a pc-con so i don't have the flaws of controls. For those who sayed graphics are bad probrably have a PC value of under 800 or don't have any graphics card. might also be possible that they just have there settings on low and were to lazy to verify if you could put it up. 1080p resolution with 60 fps is pretty good compared to the consol 720p and 30 fps. loadingsGame is great, using a pc-con so i don't have the flaws of controls. For those who sayed graphics are bad probrably have a PC value of under 800 or don't have any graphics card. might also be possible that they just have there settings on low and were to lazy to verify if you could put it up. 1080p resolution with 60 fps is pretty good compared to the consol 720p and 30 fps. loadings screen are alot shorther then the console game. graphics are good, gameplay is good, storyline is good. Only problem is for people who are new to gaming, they might have alot of issues, but for people looking for a challenge. this is it. find the story to easy (ya wont)? then do player vs player. do not base your rating base on hearing reviews and being a sheep about it. buy it and play it. trust me it is worth it 100%. a problem for it not being 10/10 is the direction you are given, sometimes you may feel lost. and they have xbox controller buttons even if you are using a pc. but all and all a solid 9/10. sorry if bad english :) it is not my native language :) and my auto correct is not set for english :).… Expand
  11. Genova84
    May 3, 2014
    9
    Loving this game so far. Got it for the PC launch on 4/24 and I'm about 30 hours in.

    Initial hiccups with launching aside, the game runs great. I have not experienced any frame rate issues and I'm running it at 1080p with the highest settings available. That said, you need a controller. I suggest using an Xbox 360 or PS3 controller emulating an Xbox 360 controller. And then, well,    Loving this game so far. Got it for the PC launch on 4/24 and I'm about 30 hours in.

    Initial hiccups with launching aside, the game runs great. I have not experienced any frame rate issues and I'm running it at 1080p with the highest settings available.

    That said, you need a controller. I suggest using an Xbox 360 or PS3 controller emulating an Xbox 360 controller. And then, well, get over the fact that the prompts are for an Xbox controller. This game should not, under any circumstances, be played with a mouse and keyboard, very much like other console ports (the darksiders series comes to mind) should not be played with a mouse and keyboard.

    I will say that it's not as challenging as the Demon's or Dark Souls mainly due to the 3 player co-op. I soloed both Demon's and Dark a number of times, but this game has a different feel to it. Can't quite put my finger on it.

    To those complaining about running out of souls due to over-farming, I say this ... Boss Runs! After you beat a boss, use your white soap stones to join others and kill the boss again, and again, and again! This replay-ability is really nice and will easily get you all the souls you need. Also, assisting in defeating a boss will give you back your estus flasks, restore you humanity and repair any equipment, so you can run until your little old heart is content!

    I will mention a few drawbacks:

    1. The addition of being able to carry 6 weapons at once, all of which impact your equip load, was a dumb decision. I find myself only equipping the one weapon I want, so I can wear better armor and during a boss fight, running to corner to quickly swap out my weapons. Very annoying.

    2. The beginning of the game has been the hardest part for me. This was due to my only weapon breaking early on and not having the blacksmith unlocked to repair it. That was really, really dumb!

    3. Boss running, though rewarding, gets tedious when the master keeps dying ... I soloed the majority of the bosses first, and the assisted others and it's crazy how bad some people are at avoiding some of the more basic boss attacks.

    4. PvP - I suck at it. Where PvE is great, I feel that PvP is an unnecessary part of this game. I do like that there are areas for those who enjoy to tear it up, but it's simply not for me.

    If you liked the first two, or are looking for a challenge, buy a controller and get this game!    … Expand
  12. animalwedding
    Jan 13, 2015
    9
    The worst entry in the Souls series is still leagues better than anything else I played in 2014. Where Dark Souls II lacks in atmosphere and intrigue, it makes up for with fluid controls and cheeky level design. I highly recommend a PS3 controller, but an XBox 360 controller will do in a pinch.
  13. LaserMoose
    May 6, 2014
    9
    Dark souls 2 is a great sequel, although it has some flaws. Playing this game with keyboard & mouse is incredibly hard. From Software clearly meant this game to be played with a xbox/ps controller. In the "tutorial area" the game never explains how to play with keyboard & mouse and figuring out all the bindings is a challenge of its own.

    The game looks great compared to its prequel, but    Dark souls 2 is a great sequel, although it has some flaws. Playing this game with keyboard & mouse is incredibly hard. From Software clearly meant this game to be played with a xbox/ps controller. In the "tutorial area" the game never explains how to play with keyboard & mouse and figuring out all the bindings is a challenge of its own.

    The game looks great compared to its prequel, but its certainly not next gen graphics, but this fact did not stop From Software to provide this game with some awesome and beautiful scenery. The level design feels as natural as the first Dark Souls where you're not exploring different levels, you're exploring a world. Fast traveling is something that unfortunately removes some of the depth of exploring and adventuring, but it makes Dark Souls 2 harsh punishments more tolerable. Fast traveling also lets you easily jump back in to where you left of so you can continue progressing.

    Thankfully the combat system we Dark Souls veterans loves has not changed to much. It has only improved. Now dual wielding is a valid way of playing the game, and you can parry with two-handed weapons. Jumping is much easier this time around as well, as you can choose to bind the jumping button to the "Left Control Stick Button". If you preferred the old way, you can still jump with the same button you run with.

    The online features is a big step up. You can now very easily and quickly summon or be summoned by players. The waiting time for engaging in jolly co-operation has shortened greatly. I've spent about 50 hours on this game and only been invaded by a real player about four times which is disappointing. The reason for this seem to be their new online matching system, which not only takes your characters level in consideration, but also your soul memory. I am still very unfamiliar with how it works so i will leave it at that.

    The game is hard but fair. Something new players will have to learn is that you will die many times. It's trial and error. The game punishes you for dying, so there's an actual fear from dying. Dark souls 2 throws you off the birds nest without teaching you how to fly first. But once you get the hang of it, this game will give you some amazing and memorable moments.    … Expand
  14. gabber01
    May 8, 2014
    9
    Seriously! Why do retarded, totally incompetent, fools allowed to even make a rating and comment in the first place??? You don't belittle and make a crap out of an almost flawless game because of your inability to control the game. Yes, the PC version still has its drawbacks, but with 5min of investigation you can make the game work exactly the same as the console versions, only with moreSeriously! Why do retarded, totally incompetent, fools allowed to even make a rating and comment in the first place??? You don't belittle and make a crap out of an almost flawless game because of your inability to control the game. Yes, the PC version still has its drawbacks, but with 5min of investigation you can make the game work exactly the same as the console versions, only with more sophisticated graphics and muuuch better frame rates! Shockers...! There should be an IQ test or something here.

    Anyways, the game is amazing! Personally I like DS1 more, but this sequel is still very, very good, even better in many aspects, but Iiii don't know, it's a subjective thing I guess :). Anyhow, it's a must for RPG/Dark Souls fans and a worth trying for anyone else with more than 70 IQ.    … Expand
  15. halberdman
    May 9, 2014
    9
    Dark Souls 2(DkS2) is an Action Game/RPG that relies on an extreme difficulty curve and respawn mechanic to provide the action with a special spice that you don't see in many games. Is it harder than Demon's Souls(DS) or Dark Souls(DkS)? I say, 'who cares?' A lot of arguments devolve into comparisons, but I found Dark Souls 2 to be a unique beast when compared to its predecessors.

    I    Dark Souls 2(DkS2) is an Action Game/RPG that relies on an extreme difficulty curve and respawn mechanic to provide the action with a special spice that you don't see in many games. Is it harder than Demon's Souls(DS) or Dark Souls(DkS)? I say, 'who cares?' A lot of arguments devolve into comparisons, but I found Dark Souls 2 to be a unique beast when compared to its predecessors.

    I could write a novel on Dark Souls, and a sequel on Dark Souls 2, but in the interest of brevity I will keep this short.

    New weapon movesets, new death system, new interactive scenery, new stats system, new damage system, it's hard to find a part of DkS2 that hasn't been taken down to scratch and reworked since DkS. This is both good and bad, as many new problems surface (estus healing power, weapon durability drop) and some old ones return completely unaddressed (Lag-stabs, curving arrows, enemy weapons phase through walls) to menace the intrepid soul who dares play this game. The fixed problems are possibly outnumbered by the new ones, but the game still manages to feel highly polished and playable almost all the time.

    Even with that, and the occasional facepalm over dated textures or stupid AI, DkS2 is a gem and you should play it right now. You will not find another game like it anywhere in the market (except DS and DkS obviously) and it gets so many things just right that you will find yourself sucked in for hours on end. The innovative multiplayer system simultaneously makes you hate, love, envy, and pity every other player in the game, and you will often end up seeing the same person multiple times as they advance in tandem with you. Some of the most rewarding multiplayer experiences I've ever had have came as a result of summoning some random person four or five times and the two of us getting to trust and know each other without ever talking(the game has no voice or text chat).

    Many negative reviews are citing terrible controls, bad console port, etc. And yes, this is a console port and yes, it does pretty much require a controller to play. The controller is so much more intuitive for the combat system that mouse and keyboard really doesn't have an opportunity to shine. If you are a PC purist who can't stand the idea of a console game on your shiny rig or can't pick up a 360 controller without going into apoplectic rage, you will not be able to get the most out of DkS2 and should probably go play Starcraft 2 or something.

    Pros:
    -death by lava, spider, fall, fire, poison, giant club, sickle, spear, sword, rocks, tree, ladder, teeth, water, chariot, etc.
    -unique, engrossing gameplay
    -clever presence/absence of music makes the soundtrack stand out when it is present
    -great voice acting makes the NPCs come to life (until you kill them)
    -beautiful graphics most of the time
    -fantastic multiplayer
    -New game+ adds extensive replayability

    Cons:
    -death by lava, spider, fall, fire, poison, giant club, sickle, spear, sword, rocks, tree, ladder, teeth, water, chariot, etc.
    -occasional graphics snafus
    -AI is dumb as a post stuck in another post stuck in a lobotomized hamster
    -lag in multiplayer, therefore tears ahead
    -message system combined with invasions allows trolls and griefers free reign
    -boss fights are a letdown compared to previous entries, with a few exceptions    … Expand
  16. SanySuny
    May 15, 2014
    9
    I can't believe how so many people give 0/10 ratings without even having played the game and say that this game is unplayable because they have some technical problems.
    Just look how many people are enjoying the Dark Souls II, so what do you think is the problem? The game or you?
    DSII surely could use some polish in terms of Menu interface, it can be especially confusing for players who    I can't believe how so many people give 0/10 ratings without even having played the game and say that this game is unplayable because they have some technical problems.
    Just look how many people are enjoying the Dark Souls II, so what do you think is the problem? The game or you?
    DSII surely could use some polish in terms of Menu interface, it can be especially confusing for players who have not played the other games, but the PC port is already greatly improved and absolutely playable. I find it even a bit easier than the first one.
    What I do not like is the soul memory mechanic which limits the PvP and Co-op.
    Also to increase your rank in the covenant of blood is quite problematic since you have to win 500 PvP battles without loosing basically, which is ridiculous if you just want to rank up in order to get the rewards or achievments.
    The bonfire warping kinda kills the idea of traveling imo.
    But other than that it is a very good game, one of my favorites (could be a bit more depressing and dark though, in terms of inveroment^^)    … Expand
  17. EpikRaikku
    May 26, 2014
    9
    This is a really great game. Sure its hard but that's the point of the game: to give players a challenge instead of your usual Easy to breeze game. This game has many amazing features. Sure there are some bugs but almost every game has bugs I gave it a 9 because This is what i like in dark souls 2 .
  18. GhosTrooper
    May 26, 2014
    9
    Bad port? Yes, not the best, but they answered to this question and many others about game.
    Play game? Definitely YES. Must have in your collection and play,. Just give some time to this game, and you will see how good and entertaining it is.
  19. AlexTaranov
    Jul 2, 2014
    9
    Игра хороша.Подобных игр мало,да что уж там...их вообще нет :D
    Я не пожалел,что приобрёл её и на PC и на PS3.
    Да,нервов у меня не осталось,но играть меня никто не заставлял. В общем - мне понравилось! НО!! Кто купит мне новую клавиатуру и мышь?    Игра хороша.Подобных игр мало,да что уж там...их вообще нет :D
    Я не пожалел,что приобрёл её и на PC и на PS3.
    Да,нервов у меня не осталось,но играть меня никто не заставлял.
    В общем - мне понравилось!
    НО!!
    Кто купит мне новую клавиатуру и мышь?
  20. BrettT
    Jun 8, 2014
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Having not played Dark Souls, or Demon Souls before it, I was not expecting much from Dark Souls II. However, I was quite wrong. This game not only doesn't tell you what you should do, but rather lets you decide. It doesn't say you must play the way it wants you to, you can play in a large variety of ways. My only complaint (and this is a personal complaint) is that during the Ruin Setinal boss fights, I had killed all but one of the Ruined Setinals. When I went to destroy the 100 or so health that boss had left, he killed me the same time one of the two people I had summoned killed him. I then had to fight these bosses all over again, even though the boss hit the ground before I did. Other than that, the game is well worth Steam's asking price of $50.… Expand
  21. Kyoss79
    Jun 17, 2014
    9
    No doubt, this game has its flaws. For me, a gamer with more than 20 years of experience on the PC platform, a little fiddling with settings and controls doesn't stop me from having fun with a release.
    I understand that not everybody wants to spend time and/or research to get a game running flawlessly, but compared to the odysseys we had to go through several years ago, a little time    No doubt, this game has its flaws. For me, a gamer with more than 20 years of experience on the PC platform, a little fiddling with settings and controls doesn't stop me from having fun with a release.
    I understand that not everybody wants to spend time and/or research to get a game running flawlessly, but compared to the odysseys we had to go through several years ago, a little time spent to make the game play as YOU want, instead of forcing yourself to play the way the game wants you, goes a long way.

    That said, with a bit of AutoHotKey voodoo the controls are working great with mouse&keyboard. I do not use any graphical enhancements, because graphics only do little to improve actual gameplay. The gameplay is superb, I am hooked and already started more than 6 characters, which two of those I finished the game.
    As with all versions of dark souls, the difficulty is high compared to other games, but in DS2 not so high as in DS, because now people got used to the gameplay and combat.
    If you like medieval combat & fantasy, give this game a try, its worth it. For new players the starting area is by far the hardest part of the game, but when you got past that, the game shines and doesnt stop at impressing and challenging me.
    PRAISE THE SUN!    … Expand
  22. Darthtux
    Jun 24, 2014
    9
    Dark souls 2 is really done on the pc port. Gameplay is amazing and probably the best out of the three souls games. Dark souls 2 could be a difficult game but it is not as challenging as the other soul games. Dark souls 2 expands its world and gameplay, it is filled with content and you cant stop finding resources throughout the game! New game plus is challenging with new enemies to fightDark souls 2 is really done on the pc port. Gameplay is amazing and probably the best out of the three souls games. Dark souls 2 could be a difficult game but it is not as challenging as the other soul games. Dark souls 2 expands its world and gameplay, it is filled with content and you cant stop finding resources throughout the game! New game plus is challenging with new enemies to fight and its worth it if you liked Dark souls 2. Overall Dark Souls 2 is an amazing game and is a must play game!… Expand
  23. maximilianschme
    Jun 24, 2014
    9
    The best Action/RPG/HacknSlay i have played the last years.
    But i have to say, it is a shame, that you can't play the game with a keyboard and mouse very well, you really have to use a controller, like the 360 controller.
    I purchased a xbox 360 controller just for this game and i still not regret it, besides the great quality of that controller, the game really went up from 5 to 9 with a    The best Action/RPG/HacknSlay i have played the last years.
    But i have to say, it is a shame, that you can't play the game with a keyboard and mouse very well, you really have to use a controller, like the 360 controller.
    I purchased a xbox 360 controller just for this game and i still not regret it, besides the great quality of that controller, the game really went up from 5 to 9 with a gamepad.

    The game has changed a lot compared to Dark Souls 1, but i loved all the changes.
    For example your stuff and health will be repaired if you rest at a bonefire, so you are not forced to repair all the time.
    Also the World isn't anymore designed that you have to run hours just to get to the next smith.
    In Dark Souls 2, you have a Mainplace, like in dark souls 1, but this time it is diffrent and i will not spoil anything.
    I finished Dark Souls 2, i don't finished Dark Souls 1, why? because i was to low skilled to beat all the bosses and you are forced to kill all the enemys on the way to a boss in Dark Souls 1.
    this was changed in Dark Souls 2 (thank you!), now you have mostly a bonfire next to a boss or at least, you have to clear the area 15(or was it 12?) times, after that, the enemys will not spawn anymore, but you have to kill each enemy 15 times.
    You can reset this, but i will not spoil this (google it, if you want to know!).
    So this is the first big change, more Bonefires, but also you can teleport to each Bonefire at start, but only to one you found and activate.
    The menus are changed to you get used to them pretty fast, also the player has a little delay now, putting up the shield could take you a second but same here, you get used to it very fast.
    I like the enemy design, but the only problem i see with Dark Souls 2 compared to Dark Souls 1, is the world/story.
    You have a lot of Enemys/Npcs/items you really don't know and never will know about, i finished the game with 3 diffrent characters + one with N(ew)G(ame)+ but i still don't know what some npcs do, there just there and do nothing more in the game.
    But beside this, i love the game, you can summon help, you can help other people...and you still can get invaded, but more on specific parts of the map.
    I don't get invaded on many parts of the map, but on some parts i get invaded each 10 minutes.
    So in my opinion, i loved from software for removing the "try &error", also the boenfire(teleportation) and fair bosses, to be honest, some of the bosses in Dark Souls 1 are very unfair (damn you capra demon!).
    Now with Dark Souls 2, i had a lot of fun, the changes are understandable and clever.
    But i think for the pro-gamers who finished DS1 like 3 times, are a bit disapointed, but for that you can still use one item, which makes the game even harder!

    The only disapointment was the last boss, after i killed the boss i was like "thats it?" even for me, it was way to easy.    … Expand
  24. McHagge
    Jul 2, 2014
    9
    The game is diffycult and surprising in many ways.
    Dark Souls 2 drives you crazy and frustrates you at the same time.
    For everyone who is looking for a hardcore adventure and a difficult game should totally go and get it. I recommend to use a gamepad or you try to find out all keys you need while playing on Keyboard + Mouse as I did. It is challenging but you can do it (played with    The game is diffycult and surprising in many ways.
    Dark Souls 2 drives you crazy and frustrates you at the same time.
    For everyone who is looking for a hardcore adventure and a difficult game should totally go and get it.
    I recommend to use a gamepad or you try to find out all keys you need while playing on Keyboard + Mouse as I did. It is challenging but you can do it (played with Keyboard + Mouse to NG+2)
    Dark Souls 2 may not be as hard as the first Dark Souls game, but still it is a challenge every gamer should atleast have tried.    … Expand
  25. RingK
    Oct 28, 2014
    9
    Easier than its predecessor, less epic (bosses are not that awesome compared to the first dark souls), but they improved the combat system and the multiplayer part, one of the ebst game i ever played.
  26. aad
    Aug 13, 2014
    9
    What an amazing game.

    The satisfaction that comes from beating a boss solo after failing again and again, and again, and again. There is no feeling like this in any other game. Because you know that each time you died you got a little better. And even though the bosses seemed at first impossible, they were in their own way still fair. This one of the best combat action game I've ever    What an amazing game.

    The satisfaction that comes from beating a boss solo after failing again and again, and again, and again. There is no feeling like this in any other game. Because you know that each time you died you got a little better. And even though the bosses seemed at first impossible, they were in their own way still fair.

    This one of the best combat action game I've ever played. The fact it's also a role-playing game that makes you invest a part of yourself takes it to another level.

    I didn't give it a perfect 10 because of the online pvp issues. Hackers are abundant and I don't like that pvp is sometimes forced. I enjoy pvp but I did not enjoy some of the mechanics that promoted ganking like the bell tower or certain areas of the game.

    Still a classic, and could very well be one of the best series of all time.    … Expand
  27. johnykorry
    Aug 27, 2014
    9
    Love dark souls 2. If you are into melee fighting you must buy it. Great bosses, great mechanics, nice armors, pvp is interesting. and beautiful dark locations. Lots of replay ability.
  28. Fanaro009
    Jul 11, 2014
    9
    Few times you're going to cross with such a well constructed game. There are critics to it but in this rare case none can ever change the fact that this is an absolute masterpiece, enjoyable from the begining to the end. It is a hardcore game and if you don't want challenges, this is not for you. The game is mysterious and unforgivable, you're going to die a lot. But don't worry, thereFew times you're going to cross with such a well constructed game. There are critics to it but in this rare case none can ever change the fact that this is an absolute masterpiece, enjoyable from the begining to the end. It is a hardcore game and if you don't want challenges, this is not for you. The game is mysterious and unforgivable, you're going to die a lot. But don't worry, there will be plenty of rewards and each weapon or costume you receive will look like water in the desert, an eternal relief and a great hope for the future of your journey.

    Now, to the criticism. Firstly, the multiplayer: it is enjoyable for a while, but then you encounter the inevitable jerks who are virtually undefeatable due to overpowered weapons. Secondly, the ending is just so vague, sudden and anti-climatic... it is not the same as the first one where vagueness gave it a certain charm or glamour, now it feels like someone ran dry of ideas and tried to terminate the project before it went downhill.

    Nevertheless, a collection item, one day this will be remembered certainly as one of the best games of the decade.    … Expand
  29. Stilloffside
    Jul 11, 2014
    9
    I give this a 9.5 but there are no .5's here...

    The souls games are arguably the best RPG games on the market (in my opinion). Neither title apologize from start to finish...They both have their technical short comings and can be cause for frustration but the core of each title, the depth, the literal...OK GO aspect to the games mentality separates them from other RPG's period. I am    I give this a 9.5 but there are no .5's here...

    The souls games are arguably the best RPG games on the market (in my opinion). Neither title apologize from start to finish...They both have their technical short comings and can be cause for frustration but the core of each title, the depth, the literal...OK GO aspect to the games mentality separates them from other RPG's period.

    I am so mentally exhausted over RPGs highlighting the path...making *the thing to pickup glow...Dark Souls series games literally show a lovely cut scene and then like I said basically boot you in the ass and tell you to go like you would a teenager who needed to find a job.

    Dark souls II made up for a lot of the PVP short comings and connection issues that Prepare to Die had (on PC). The PVE felt very similar and was only made *easier due to the face that most people sort of knew what a souls game was. Dark Souls perpare to die was vicious... almost like a Great White Shark swimming in chum. Dark Souls II however was still vicious but a lot more fun...like a Great White Shark wearing a Party hat..

    I have over a 115 hours into this title...two level 130 + characters and almost every day I still get the urge to start again...try a different build and really just be in that Dark Souls world. The atmosphere created especially with a could ENB tweaks (PC again) literally make me "Praise the sun!" around almost every corner.

    The sound...the voice acting...the depth are all second to none. Sure the NPC characters mouths dont move but the pure voice acting is spot on...The complexity you can find in this world if your patience is high is unmatched.

    Some people moan about having to use a controller on a PC game...(insert cricket noises here). I have had a controller in my hand since my first DX 4-100 that I built in the late 80's...they are for gaming and PC's are the master race of gaming...so no big issue for me there.

    I can only hope for more souls games...at a minimum DLC content soon.

    I have heard that Demon Souls may get a part II which would be epic considering I never got the chance to play (never came to PC)

    Dont miss this game if your a true hardcore RPG fan...    … Expand
  30. Jannus
    Jul 30, 2014
    9
    Dark Souls, can there be any argument this is the most innovative entry to the RPG genre in a very long time? It may be low on direct narrative and high on twitch gaming skill demand, but It also requires grasping the games solid character stats basis, and a continual piecing together of the deep, subtly hidden narrative (e.g. in NPC backstory & item provenance), requirements immediatelyDark Souls, can there be any argument this is the most innovative entry to the RPG genre in a very long time? It may be low on direct narrative and high on twitch gaming skill demand, but It also requires grasping the games solid character stats basis, and a continual piecing together of the deep, subtly hidden narrative (e.g. in NPC backstory & item provenance), requirements immediately reminiscent of 'oldskool' and implemented faithfully here, even though the gameplay is very much a new beast.

    The technical triumph of Dark Souls is its melee combat, each weapon type (~20 in all) has its own moveset enabling wildly differing combat depending primarily on what the player chooses, although being comfortable swinging them all pays off as adapting beyond your comfort zone will be required and weapon set knowledge transfers an advantage (logically) against the many devious enemies on your path. No other game has accomplished such a consistent portrayal of hand to hand combat, it has a high learning curve, but once peaked it becomes intensely satisfying.

    And for me personally thats where the real triumph of Dark Souls resides, utterly regardless of normal narrative techniques to involve the player emotionally, this games combat (incorporating the whole death-hallowed-life cycle) has managed to make me identify closer with my nameless & voiceless avatar than the vast majority of all the great cRPGs of the past.

    It's a Masterpiece, get it & don't give up !

    DS2 (vanilla) is moderately better than DS1 (fully patched & modded) in PC responsiveness, DS1 remains the more difficult game, arguably slightly better on that score, and a more interesting hallowing mechanic, but I imagine some of the "streamlining" for 2 is probably a good thing designed to ease new people into the world better.

    Make no mistake, these games will challenge & disturb you !    … Expand
  31. miked125
    Jul 16, 2014
    9
    Dark Souls 2 is a masterpiece. Well, almost a masterpiece. Dark Souls 2 is VERY challenging. However, not as challenging as the first, and probably more approachable to newcomers of the series. First off, the gameplay is amazing. I found myself sitting through late hours of the night mashing away at cruel and punishing enemies. I died, ALOT. But thats a part of the games appeal. WhenDark Souls 2 is a masterpiece. Well, almost a masterpiece. Dark Souls 2 is VERY challenging. However, not as challenging as the first, and probably more approachable to newcomers of the series. First off, the gameplay is amazing. I found myself sitting through late hours of the night mashing away at cruel and punishing enemies. I died, ALOT. But thats a part of the games appeal. When you finally get through that tough boss that took you hours to finish, its one of the most rewarding experiences you will ever feel. Besides the gameplay (which is near perfect), the lore is also a very interesting part of the game's story as well. Dark souls 2 isnt direct with its story line at all. In fact, the only way your going to end up understanding most of the story behind different bosses, or the land of Drangilec, is by reading up on the history of specific items and souls you get through the game. You'll also be able to talk to different npcs during your playthrough. The reason im not giving this game a perfect score is because doesnt feel all that original. Many bosses, weapons, and even some different areas of the game all feel like they were almost copy and pasted from the original Dark Souls. Also, the game doesnt always feel 100% fair like the first one did. What i mean by this, is that in some areas of the game, you'll encounter enemies or bosses that'll slide and move in your direction as you try to evade. You'll understand if you play the game, and i HIGHLY recommend that you play this near masterpiece.… Expand
  32. deathschemist
    Sep 4, 2014
    9
    this game is truely exquisite, one of my favourites of this generation. However its predecessor was superior in almost every way. this has a lot of fake difficulty and the enemy designs, while servicable, are uninspired compared to dark souls 1

    don't get me wrong, i'd rather be playing dark souls 2 than most other games from the last 5 years, but dark souls 1 is just far superior
  33. Spyros_spy
    Sep 13, 2014
    9
    The game is a masterpiece for the hardcore gamers! Normally the first game of the series is the best and the rest go down the hill but this one I pre-ordered and loved it. I played it with an Xbox controller and was just fine. Can't say anything about the story, since it's Dark Souls, you don't know what to do or where to go!
  34. pattyT
    Sep 13, 2014
    9
    The first game was GREAT and this game improves/fixes many of the issues with the first game. PvP is more balanced than ever before after a few patches. I would give the game a 10 if it weren't for the Soul Memory mechanic used for matchmaking. It doesn't destroy the game, but it does eliminate the idea of creating a "build" when there is no reason to not level up to max and become aThe first game was GREAT and this game improves/fixes many of the issues with the first game. PvP is more balanced than ever before after a few patches. I would give the game a 10 if it weren't for the Soul Memory mechanic used for matchmaking. It doesn't destroy the game, but it does eliminate the idea of creating a "build" when there is no reason to not level up to max and become a jack of all trades.

    The PvE part of the game is excellent and I highly recommenced getting the DLC... it actually gets better with each new part added!    … Expand
  35. MajorMartyn
    Sep 13, 2014
    9
    In all honesty, dark souls 2 has some issues. From bizarre scaling to the broken co-op. But really, this game wasn't made to be played with friends. The atmosphere is phenomenal. The overall quality of gameplay and replayability I would rate among some of the best I have ever played. I get frustrated and say I will never play again. However, something draws me back in and I continue. HereIn all honesty, dark souls 2 has some issues. From bizarre scaling to the broken co-op. But really, this game wasn't made to be played with friends. The atmosphere is phenomenal. The overall quality of gameplay and replayability I would rate among some of the best I have ever played. I get frustrated and say I will never play again. However, something draws me back in and I continue. Here on my main in NG5 I'm missing out on a lot of co-op. This game has something most games are missing these days, challenge. It is a shining example of how just the right amount of difficulty can make a game accessible, without making it impossible or unfair. I have 100's of hours in Dark Souls 2 and plan on a few hundred more. Fantastic game.… Expand
  36. LuckyJord
    Sep 23, 2014
    9
    Now I'm just gonna go ahead and say I have the game for both console and PC and let me just say that the game is phenomenal, it is a truly amazing game, sure there are a lot of bad things about the game as well as there are good things but let me lay it down like this.

    The Pros are as follows; 1.Co-op - Haters come at me but co-op is amazing and especially fulfilling in this game, sure    Now I'm just gonna go ahead and say I have the game for both console and PC and let me just say that the game is phenomenal, it is a truly amazing game, sure there are a lot of bad things about the game as well as there are good things but let me lay it down like this.

    The Pros are as follows;
    1.Co-op - Haters come at me but co-op is amazing and especially fulfilling in this game, sure it's less hardcore to go in with a friend but at least in this DS2 they improve the functionality of co-op by adding the name engraved ring (It allows you to pick a specific server to make co-oping with friends easier). Now say you are struggling and being destroyed by a boss that you just cant seem to get past and you're close to giving up, boom you can summon other players from their worlds and they can help you, sometimes teaching you new secrets as well such as hidden walls and other things throughout the area before the boss.
    2.The Story - Now don't you dare tell me that there is no story because there is, it's difficult to find the story because there is no narrator feeding you the story like other typical games, items tell you snippets of the lore behind characters or places, the story itself is really interesting and very in depth, although there are some unexplained things but the story is something unique in itself, if you want to know the lore without the hassle, look up a Youtuber called epicnamebro, he'll tell you all you need to know.
    3.The PVP - Yes there are hackers, yes there are people who troll and do cheap tactics, but that doesn't matter, you can knock hackers into lava or into an abyss or do other kinds of things to get rid of them or simply overcome the cheap or troll with sheer skill which makes it that much more satisfying. The PVP is fun, seeing other peoples characters with different cool armour combinations or weapon setups is genuinely interesting and you can do some really cool setups to stand out. There are certain areas that are intended for PVP like the Door of Pharros which is a labyrinth where you force other players to invade you and you can set traps using lockstones to make it harder but I won't tell you how to exactly do that.
    4.Combat - Now there are different styles to combat such as dual wielding and power stancing which make dull weapons like daggers much more interesting with extra move sets, but that's best left for another time. There is a huge combat variation, you could be a defensive turtle who likes to cast pyromancies while wielding a giant club bearing heavy armour, you could be a hexer who also uses sorceries, miracles and pyromancies which would make you a true spell user and give you huge variety in spells. Or you could be a deadly assassin type character with high Dexterity and a fully upgraded dagger to critical hit your opponent to death, the choice is up to you.

    There is more but I am limited with space so I'll move on to the cons

    The Cons are as follows;
    1.Graphics - Now before anyone slaps me in the face saying the graphics are decent or they aren't an issue I fully understand that, I mean I play the game on Xbox so lets be real here, the game does have a lot of textures that are just copy+pasted on walls or on ceilings or even on the floor but the games graphic beauty comes from the bosses, the equipment and the cloth textures (which aren't the best but I like them), but I think it might be an aesthetic thing since Demon Souls and Dark Souls pretty much look the same.
    2.Network - The networks suck lets face it, people have issues all the time with trying to play with other players or disconnecting during fights and things like that. If your connection is good however then you shouldn't have any lag issues unless the other guy is from Japan of course or if they have bad internet, at least it's an improvement on Dark Souls.
    3.Difficulty - No I am not complaining about how the game is too hard or anything like that, I am complaining about how the game is too easy...at least on the first playthrough, granted that the game gets harder but because of a bunch of babies who complained about Dark Souls 1 being too hard, From Software decided to dumb it down a lot to make the game more accessible for the casual gamers, some bosses were genuinely difficult (Smelter Demon took me at least 6 tries before getting it right) but some were a joke like that Jabba the Hutt looking thing in Harvest Valley.
    Music - There is barely any music in the game bar some boss music and that honestly disappoints me, I know it's not been a staple of the series but something for the sake of ambience would be nice. Just a personal little gripe though.

    This is gaming from a GENUINE gamer who actually bought the game 2 days after release and has played it thoroughly and will be buying the DLC later this week. Also to the people who gave this a low rating, stop being a fricking moron and buy a gamepad for the game, it's obvious that it's going to be stupidly difficult on keyboard. Amateurs.    … Expand
  37. DRITZZ_ZARCON
    Oct 5, 2014
    9
    Seeing so many bad reviews I had to re-address the situation for what is an incredible game. I played the first Dark Souls on the Xbox and thus moving onto DS2 on the PC the graphics were much more polished and fluid, a BIG difference. Game play is hard but definitely rewarding, and love the way you can multiplayer the bosses etc.

    One of the best games I've played ever, that says a lot    Seeing so many bad reviews I had to re-address the situation for what is an incredible game. I played the first Dark Souls on the Xbox and thus moving onto DS2 on the PC the graphics were much more polished and fluid, a BIG difference. Game play is hard but definitely rewarding, and love the way you can multiplayer the bosses etc.

    One of the best games I've played ever, that says a lot considering I've been playing games across multiple formats for many a year.Loved it!

    I play with the xbox 360 controller which is fine, and anyone playing with a keyboard and mouse should go out and but a xbox adapter and a 360 controller as so many games now support this    … Expand
  38. BrilloMcSporran
    Feb 12, 2015
    9
    Might have come from the consoles, but this was in my opinion one of the better games I've played recently.
    Sure it's had some problems, but they've been sorted out by and large.
  39. Smilingcookie
    Apr 1, 2015
    9
    WARNING: I feel this one was really designed for a 360 controller, but since it's primarily a combat game, that doesn't bother me. The port is a lot better than the first Dark Souls, which you had to mod even for the resolution. If you have a controller this one plays perfectly!

    Great setting and atmosphere! The graphics are nothing special from a technical point of view, but the art    WARNING: I feel this one was really designed for a 360 controller, but since it's primarily a combat game, that doesn't bother me. The port is a lot better than the first Dark Souls, which you had to mod even for the resolution. If you have a controller this one plays perfectly!

    Great setting and atmosphere! The graphics are nothing special from a technical point of view, but the art design is incredible. Everything just looks so cool ... On top of that it has the best melee combat system in any PC game. Nothing more to say about that.

    Multiplayer aspects are really well done. I was at first opposed to playing online, but found that it actually improved my enjoyment of the game. The interactions with other players stay very well balanced with the single player content. There are in game ways to increase/decrease multiplayer activity. Once you finished the game, the multiplayer aspect helps to keep it interesting!

    For me this is my game of the year 2014.    … Expand
  40. superflou
    Apr 24, 2015
    9
    Great game. But probably not as great as I expected after the best game ever a.k.a Dark souls 1. Dark souls 2 is still a very good game, with a lot of improvement, but the level design is not as great as it was in DS1.
  41. Darth_Arrow
    Jun 20, 2015
    9
    Like many people, i loved the original Dark Souls. The second is at least is good as the first. Sure, it doesn't attain the level of world design the first one boasted, but the combat made up for it. From did a much better job porting this to PC. I don't care that much about the graphics being downgraded. The only real gripe i can have is that the boss battles are not as satisfying as theLike many people, i loved the original Dark Souls. The second is at least is good as the first. Sure, it doesn't attain the level of world design the first one boasted, but the combat made up for it. From did a much better job porting this to PC. I don't care that much about the graphics being downgraded. The only real gripe i can have is that the boss battles are not as satisfying as the original. Fingers crossed for DS3 bring the best of the previous souls game; marrying the new combat with the old world design and boss fights. A solid 9 in my book.… Expand
  42. JabberwocksBane
    Mar 11, 2016
    9
    PC controls are in no stretch of the word awful. They are stif and not very keen for changes.

    That's why you absolutely HAVE to play it with a controler. When you have a controler the PC version is undeniably the best one. Everything runs at smooth 60FPS and the textures looks gorgeous. I tell you buy it on steam pick up an xbox controler and you are set for one hell of a ride (or    PC controls are in no stretch of the word awful. They are stif and not very keen for changes.

    That's why you absolutely HAVE to play it with a controler. When you have a controler the PC version is undeniably the best one. Everything runs at smooth 60FPS and the textures looks gorgeous.

    I tell you buy it on steam pick up an xbox controler and you are set for one hell of a ride (or ride of hell - this is dark souls after all)    … Expand
  43. objectivelytrue
    Dec 10, 2015
    9
    Dark Souls 2 didn't punish you for not being a friendless loser by making cooperation with a friend possible, something that the other games have a pointlessly **** attitude. It also reduced the amount of invasions in a first playthrough, which also helped to make cooperation possible as well as getting through an area and a boss in your first try instead of being interrupted by idiots.Dark Souls 2 didn't punish you for not being a friendless loser by making cooperation with a friend possible, something that the other games have a pointlessly **** attitude. It also reduced the amount of invasions in a first playthrough, which also helped to make cooperation possible as well as getting through an area and a boss in your first try instead of being interrupted by idiots. Far more content with less repetition overall than Dark Souls, the only issue with Dark Souls 2 is that the story is a blatant repeat of Dark Souls. There are more viable weapons, secret areas you won't discover on your first playthrough, changes between New Game and New Game + (Although they could've done much, much better).

    This is probably the best the Souls series will ever get, but it suffered from being a Souls game. Many people complained that it wasn't as Dark Souls even though it was better, and I think it's fairly obvious that we were just all getting bored of this formula getting churned out by From Software. Still I played this for a good 200 hours, while Bloodborne only deserved a single playthrough that I almost quit out of, and the DaSo 3 test revealed that it's just a **** rehash most people ran through to see the crappy scripted boss. The magic is definitely gone from the series now that it's Call of DarkOps: Infinite Rehash, but this was the last and best effort.    … Expand
  44. PutCashIn
    Mar 14, 2016
    9
    I really like this game, even on PC - it takes a lot of getting used to, the controls aren't even ported into on screen hints correctly, however the menu controls are.

    As long as you aren't playing PVP, if playing PC, leave the main attacks as double click left and right mouse buttons for two handed. Your best bet is going flame Long Sword (check online to find it), then lightening    I really like this game, even on PC - it takes a lot of getting used to, the controls aren't even ported into on screen hints correctly, however the menu controls are.

    As long as you aren't playing PVP, if playing PC, leave the main attacks as double click left and right mouse buttons for two handed. Your best bet is going flame Long Sword (check online to find it), then lightening Claymore to +10 and win buttons.

    I have tried shift + mouse button for alt attack, honestly, double click just seems easier. You will never be as good as a cheating useless console hand set player [Ghey, come play me with a KB], don't worry, not even a PS 4 can really send an email to your mum - even if you wanted it to.

    This game is gold, just really a really **** port.    … Expand
  45. Jucarock
    Apr 28, 2018
    9
    If you played the first Dark Souls, you could find this game easiest. You know the logic behind the game and will face less difficulty. If you not played none of Dark Souls game, well, prepare to die a lot. DS2 improve the "lock target" system from the first game (if you play with mouse and keyboard), because on DS1 it was very difficulty at the beginning of the game. The map is bigger,If you played the first Dark Souls, you could find this game easiest. You know the logic behind the game and will face less difficulty. If you not played none of Dark Souls game, well, prepare to die a lot. DS2 improve the "lock target" system from the first game (if you play with mouse and keyboard), because on DS1 it was very difficulty at the beginning of the game. The map is bigger, more monsters, itens, etc. But the game itself is basically the same. It's very enjoyable at all if you have the patience to learn from your mistakes.… Expand
  46. shenkenhigh
    Feb 14, 2023
    9
    Keeps up with atmospheric aspect of the game, that's a big yes. But adaptability stat and mechanics overall...it's just baldly stupid
  47. Darkys7
    Jun 20, 2020
    9
    One of the best games for those who want exactly excellent gameplay in games and want hard trials. One of the best games in recent times. I must say right away that if you like to play games to relax and watch cool movies, such as uncharted, this game is not for you. Here you have to give all your best. And this game will definitely destroy your keyboards, gamepads and nerves)
  48. MadnessisRising
    Mar 12, 2019
    9
    This game is great! Don't trust those crybaby-hardcore-"soulsfans". Their only argument is this game is only difficult because there are so many enemys on some places not longer less good programmed ones. This may be true on one or two areas but it's also the case in Dark Souls 1. Those players simply don't like it because it's not Dark Souls 1. Im really glad i started my Dark SoulsThis game is great! Don't trust those crybaby-hardcore-"soulsfans". Their only argument is this game is only difficult because there are so many enemys on some places not longer less good programmed ones. This may be true on one or two areas but it's also the case in Dark Souls 1. Those players simply don't like it because it's not Dark Souls 1. Im really glad i started my Dark Souls adventure with this game. The areas look beautiful and also the design of the enemys and NPC's are one of the best in all games ever. (together with the other Souls-games) The mechanics and the leveling-system is way more comfortable than in the first. Also the travelling-system is better and the best of it: you can use it from the beginning. But a controller is highly recommended. If you have one, buy this game, it's a beauty!… Expand
  49. Soullex
    Nov 15, 2022
    9
    Biraz sinir bozucu hitboxları falan var ama, seriye beni gerçekten bağlayan ve tamam artık ben souls-like tüm oyunları çatır çutur oynarım dedirten oyun bu.
  50. ardil3sz
    Oct 7, 2019
    9
    A never ending cycle of wasted, useless lifes. The great franchise full of depression.
  51. Nove123
    Jun 1, 2019
    9
    Honored heir of the first part, the owner of the title of the game of the year. But precisely with this part of fans dark souls divided on two camps, those who she likes, and those who she nasty. And it turns out ironically, because thanks to her I met with this franchise games. I considered it the most difficult and the best part. But now overacting in it realize, that this is not so.Honored heir of the first part, the owner of the title of the game of the year. But precisely with this part of fans dark souls divided on two camps, those who she likes, and those who she nasty. And it turns out ironically, because thanks to her I met with this franchise games. I considered it the most difficult and the best part. But now overacting in it realize, that this is not so. First, visually it differs from 3 parts, not for the better. Secondly, it smells like trash from the bosses, so some of them are the same as in part 1, and about the difficulty, I am silent, many are passed on one breath. Thirdly, ENT here to absurdity is clear. But summing up I want to say, though it has disadvantages, but they are invisible in the first 3 passes.… Expand
  52. Senden_Wh
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    Самая красивая часть серии. Куча интересных и нормально рабочих механик чего стоят поломка оружия, очень разнообразная магия и отличная механика оружий. И Танимуру с Танимура хочет сказать спасибо ведь они переплюнули первую часть пускай и убрали несколько особенностей DS1 и DS3 типа огромной запутанности лора мира. К слову подача лора была тоже очень крутая и плюс общий лор сам был оченьСамая красивая часть серии. Куча интересных и нормально рабочих механик чего стоят поломка оружия, очень разнообразная магия и отличная механика оружий. И Танимуру с Танимура хочет сказать спасибо ведь они переплюнули первую часть пускай и убрали несколько особенностей DS1 и DS3 типа огромной запутанности лора мира. К слову подача лора была тоже очень крутая и плюс общий лор сам был очень улучшен и понимание мира была расширена с большим старанием… Expand
  53. Shimmeywill
    Feb 20, 2020
    9
    My first souls game since DS1 had such a poor PC port at the time. My most played Souls game and the only one where I had a "souls experience" (since when playing the other titles, the challenge of the souls games was clearly not so bad). While there are many weak spots in hindsight, the game still has fun zones, bosses and moments.
  54. Christiansb6
    Jul 13, 2020
    9
    Awesome .
  55. Wrathzo
    Mar 22, 2022
    9
    Dark Souls II is a 2014 action role-playing game developed by FromSoftware and published by Bandai Namco Games. The story of Dark Souls II begins with a human who has become Undead, cursed to never die and doomed to eventually become a Hollow, a zombie-like being with no memories or purpose. The protagonist is also known as the Bearer of the Curse. To break the curse, the undead travels toDark Souls II is a 2014 action role-playing game developed by FromSoftware and published by Bandai Namco Games. The story of Dark Souls II begins with a human who has become Undead, cursed to never die and doomed to eventually become a Hollow, a zombie-like being with no memories or purpose. The protagonist is also known as the Bearer of the Curse. To break the curse, the undead travels to the fallen kingdom of Drangleic and is tasked by the Emerald Herald with obtaining four Great Souls from powerful Old Ones whose names are long forgotten and forbidden.… Expand
  56. SgAkErRu
    Apr 11, 2020
    9
    Считается хорошей игрой, но худшей - в серии соулс. Она геймплейно легче, слабее в плане геймдизайна (но мне нравится), делалась другими разрабами. Действительно, она хуже чем первая часть. Но как по мне, круче, чем трёшка. После прохождения третьей части в моей памяти не осталось практически никаких локаций, не зацепило. А вот во второй части таких моментов полно. Поэтому, чувствуяСчитается хорошей игрой, но худшей - в серии соулс. Она геймплейно легче, слабее в плане геймдизайна (но мне нравится), делалась другими разрабами. Действительно, она хуже чем первая часть. Но как по мне, круче, чем трёшка. После прохождения третьей части в моей памяти не осталось практически никаких локаций, не зацепило. А вот во второй части таких моментов полно. Поэтому, чувствуя ностальгические переживания, я перекладываю силу этих чувств в оценку 9/10.… Expand
  57. Glaceon_Hit
    Aug 21, 2020
    9
    I must to say DS2 > DS3 U DS1.
    The 3 games are awesome, but I hate the people that just want to punish From Software for starting a Souls game without Miyazaki. That people say this games sucks, that people is casual.
    It is 3 times more bigger than DS1 and has more uniques zones than DS3. Big problems are the bosses, too many and they are so weak. But some of them have very good storys.    I must to say DS2 > DS3 U DS1.
    The 3 games are awesome, but I hate the people that just want to punish From Software for starting a Souls game without Miyazaki. That people say this games sucks, that people is casual.
    It is 3 times more bigger than DS1 and has more uniques zones than DS3.
    Big problems are the bosses, too many and they are so weak. But some of them have very good storys. I love the storys from the third DLC. Even with this there are good bosses, that reminded me the good bosses from DS1.
    And the zones are so uniques. That when I see the zones from DS3 I cant accept someone saying DS3 is better.
    The mechanics are horrible, yes, but a little better than DS1. And they balanced the classes. Like magic, priest and piromancer, and now they are **** except mage they were always ****.
    How about the story. It is explained by a waifu (half dragon) ... why. Anyways now the npcs are very good guys not like the ones on DS1. And half of the bosses has story, more than 25% from DS1.
    Okay the best part of the game is in the start. Majula. In DS1 you had the Fire Shine, there were 3-4 people but then you could bring a lot of people THAT go away while you continue with the story. But in Majula, everyone is happy there. They are relaxing. You can come here whenever you want to just talk with friends, watch the views, jump to the hole, fight some pigs. Majula is beatiful.    … Expand
  58. Dom007
    Mar 26, 2021
    9
    Dark souls 2 is very flawed, but extremely enjoyable. The customisation and item variety is incredible allowing for multiple replays and playthroughs. Some of the bosses in the Dlc's are great and some of the areas are nicely designed.
    However there are so many weak and poorly designed areas which are just a slog to get through. Some bosses are just downright poor and some enemies are    Dark souls 2 is very flawed, but extremely enjoyable. The customisation and item variety is incredible allowing for multiple replays and playthroughs. Some of the bosses in the Dlc's are great and some of the areas are nicely designed.
    However there are so many weak and poorly designed areas which are just a slog to get through. Some bosses are just downright poor and some enemies are just awful.
    But overall my enjoyment of DS2 makes up for these flaws. A lot of it has to do with the Dlc's which are the best parts of the game for me.    … Expand
  59. Nick7000
    May 13, 2023
    9
    Это не так круто как первая часть, но все же очень круто!
  60. Desertstorm
    May 28, 2022
    9
    This is indeed the weakest game of the Souls trilogy but with the improvements made and the DLC (which is phenomenal and a big step up in quality from the base game) it's still a great game worth playing, especially since it has unique mechanics not present in other Souls games such as more unique NG+, bonfire ascetics, power stancing etc
  61. Pmstz
    Jan 31, 2023
    9
    masterpiece

    +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
  62. KingFerretti
    Aug 28, 2023
    9
    É o pior Dark Souls, mas o parâmetro da franquia é tão alto que ainda assim Dark Souls 2 é um jogo incrível. Sua ambientação, lore e progressão é muito boa, seus defeitos não atrapalham a experiência geral do jogo que é muito boa.
  63. Dunge
    Jun 24, 2014
    8
    Pro: Gameplay plays very differently than any other RPG games. Tons of different monsters and items. Level design is awesome with tons of secret areas and small events at every corners. Game is very very long.

    Cons: Most rooms are just plain square rooms with a single brick texture tiled everywhere and a wood floor. Barely no story. Not enough information available in-game (REQUIRE an    Pro: Gameplay plays very differently than any other RPG games. Tons of different monsters and items. Level design is awesome with tons of secret areas and small events at every corners. Game is very very long.

    Cons: Most rooms are just plain square rooms with a single brick texture tiled everywhere and a wood floor. Barely no story. Not enough information available in-game (REQUIRE an online guide to play and to make any decision on items to use and path to follow)    … Expand
  64. deadmonday
    Apr 27, 2014
    8
    Dark Souls games are unique, but sometimes From Software made big mistakes. the first Dark souls was a really bad port but luckily it was saved by the modding community and DSfix. This time From Software promised us a better PC experience and at first look they delivered it. The game looks really good, it feels fluid and reactive but there are still some problems. At first there was theDark Souls games are unique, but sometimes From Software made big mistakes. the first Dark souls was a really bad port but luckily it was saved by the modding community and DSfix. This time From Software promised us a better PC experience and at first look they delivered it. The game looks really good, it feels fluid and reactive but there are still some problems. At first there was the start up crash which is luckily easy to solve but really annoying and then the game crashed a few times. but the game is playable and they are right now working on a patch to solve the problems. I can't say anything about the keyboard and mouse controls because I'm used to play the first dark souls with the 360 game pad and I'll continue to play with it in Dark souls 2. It's really hard to talk about the game without spoiling anything but I'll try it. The game is harder then the first one. at least the normal enemies are. sadly the bosses are a bit easier. Invasions and summoning works within seconds and the loading screens are so short that I can't read the descriptions in a normal reading speed. All in all it's a great looking game with a special feeling to it, but it needs to be patched or good ol' trusty patches will kick fromsoftware into the abyss!… Expand
  65. Soujirop
    Oct 16, 2022
    8
    Especially if you are a fan of the souls saga, you will like it and you will be hooked, because basically everything you love about the franchise is present. However, it doesn't exactly feel like a sequel to its predecessor, and I struggle to find any areas where it has really improved. The loss of quality in the stage design, not only in its structure but even on an artistic level, isEspecially if you are a fan of the souls saga, you will like it and you will be hooked, because basically everything you love about the franchise is present. However, it doesn't exactly feel like a sequel to its predecessor, and I struggle to find any areas where it has really improved. The loss of quality in the stage design, not only in its structure but even on an artistic level, is evident, and the abuse of dark locations coupled with the strange torch mechanic, sabotages a bit the difficult balance between frustration and fun so crucial in this saga.
    To sum it up, it's a very similar game to the previous one, and that alone makes it remarkable, but at the same time, one has to admit it is simply a worse product.    … Expand
  66. truefreestyle
    Dec 28, 2014
    8
    While I frustratingly enjoyed the original Dark Souls. The second installment was in some ways more enjoyable and other ways not. The first pulled me into the gripping environmental storytelling and in-depth lore. On the other hand the original suffered from poor level design and a variety of badly executed controls / mechanics. While all of that is fixed in Dark Souls II, it takes severalWhile I frustratingly enjoyed the original Dark Souls. The second installment was in some ways more enjoyable and other ways not. The first pulled me into the gripping environmental storytelling and in-depth lore. On the other hand the original suffered from poor level design and a variety of badly executed controls / mechanics. While all of that is fixed in Dark Souls II, it takes several steps back in environmental storytelling, campaign that is far too long, and has a very small cast of interesting characters. This game is good though, just was primarily disappointed in the story elements that made the original Dark Souls so intriguing.… Expand
  67. Rogyapa
    May 5, 2014
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's Demon Souls 1.5 |(which isn't necessarily a bad thing). For people who didn't get to play Demon Souls but played Dark Souls you're probably in for some nasty bumps. Losing health each time you die (with the effect only being reversed by using a human effigy/ being summoned and helping another player defeat a boss) is the biggest change from Dark Souls. The level design is more like Demon Souls in that there's a main hub world and all the other worlds are connected to the hub.

    Pros: +Excellent enemy designs
    +The game has some standout environments (Majula, Forest of the Fallen Giants, Iron Keep, No-Man's Wharf)
    +Tons to explore
    +Retains the ambiance/atmosphere of previous games

    Cons: -Some areas are just plain cheap. There are a few bonfires where enemies are directly positioned outside (Straid's Cell, The Sinner's Keep bonfire, one of the Earthen Peak bonfires).
    -The game sometimes relies on overwhelming you with enemies to increase the difficulty (which limits certain playstyles like dual wielding at times).
    -Keyboard and mouse controls are doable but not great. I'd recommend a controller.
    -The guard break is changed from a kick to a swipe with your weapon (which is much slower and way shorter range). This sucks for regular gameplay but makes PVP less of a kicking match :P
    -Still basically a console port :(    … Expand
  68. DiamondDD
    May 9, 2014
    8
    I wont be a complete fanboy and ooze all over this game, but it still an excellent entry into the franchise. I also should be disqualified as i havent finished it yet, but am at least 20+ hours into it (i take my time). Graphically not mind blowing but still very stylish and good looking. Game play still solid as the previous entries. Story still deep if you look for it. My one complaintI wont be a complete fanboy and ooze all over this game, but it still an excellent entry into the franchise. I also should be disqualified as i havent finished it yet, but am at least 20+ hours into it (i take my time). Graphically not mind blowing but still very stylish and good looking. Game play still solid as the previous entries. Story still deep if you look for it. My one complaint is the 4 boss souls ive killed so far really didnt feel that epic and certainly didnt feel as hard as Dark Souls or Demons Souls bosses did. But perhaps thats just experience.
    Any fan of the series will like this. An RPG fan that wants a challenge will like this. I dont think its as good as the first two, but its still excellent (and that feeling might just be since its not as fresh and new as the first two).

    Well worth your money regardless! PRAISE THE SUN!    … Expand
  69. kyle9275
    Sep 1, 2014
    8
    After many hours and multiple playthroughs I can honestly say this game is great. It is as difficult as you could expect from a Souls game and the port is leaps and bounds ahead of the first installment on PC. I thoroughly enjoyed playing as various types of characters, and although some styles of play may not suit my fancy as much as others, each is rewarding in their own way. Game PlayAfter many hours and multiple playthroughs I can honestly say this game is great. It is as difficult as you could expect from a Souls game and the port is leaps and bounds ahead of the first installment on PC. I thoroughly enjoyed playing as various types of characters, and although some styles of play may not suit my fancy as much as others, each is rewarding in their own way. Game Play gets a solid 10/10

    My problems start arising with the poor graphics. This game, when I first looked at the trailers, promised next gen graphics with advanced lighting and particles, and improved resolutions. While we got the resolutions or the most part, lighting, particles, and textures are overall bland and leave the world much less beautiful than it could potentially be. The physics are good but sometimes the controls can lag or overcompensate leaving you wondering, "how did that even happen?". Overall, Graphics and Physics gets a decent 6.5/10. They simply aren't up to snuff when you look at modern games, considering the age.

    Sounds. Sounds in this game I find to be acceptable. if you're using surround sound or simulated surround headphones the sounds can be very informative and be the difference between life or death in an instant. Overall I have no major qualms with the sounds as they are generally good and the soundtrack lends itself to the overall atmosphere of the game quite effectively. Sounds get a 9/10

    The last thing I want to mention is the multiplayer system of this game. While it is at times easy to find people to play with, it is very sporadic. Usually help can be found in front of boss fog or at the beginning of difficult areas, which is fine, and also optional for those who don't want to play with any help. Invasions are the same as the first installment, sometimes rather annoying and unfair. Its never fun being stalked by the same lvl 200 player over and over again when you're just trying to reach the next boss room in an area at lvl 45. But invasions, like helpful multiplayer, is part of how the Souls multiplayer system works, and they are acceptable. The major flaw of multiplayer that has plagued Souls games is the lack of ability to find your friends, in specific, in game. While Souls games are supposed to feel rather lonely, if multiplayer is an option, why not be able to play with friends? It just doesn't make sense and is quite an irritant. Hopefully a mod similar to the first Dark Souls will come out to enable friend to friend play. Multiplayer gets a satisfactory 7/10.

    so 10 + 6.5 + 9 + 7/40 = 8.125 ~= 8/10

    Overall, a great game and well worth the money I spent to buy it on release, despite the pet peeves and lack-luster graphics. As with any game of this size, it is not without its' glitches, but it is an amazing game and well worth the purchase.    … Expand
  70. Snadiwchhhh
    May 9, 2014
    8
    I am writing second review after beating game.In the first review I gave ds2 9/10(played that time only 5-10 hours), certainly I must say that in 55 hour long playthrproough (with almost all bosses (except Vendrick )) I had no freezes, no lags, 0 problems with game. I should start with s of this game. It is dark souls, it has beautiful lore, awesome gameplay, magnificent views (myI am writing second review after beating game.In the first review I gave ds2 9/10(played that time only 5-10 hours), certainly I must say that in 55 hour long playthrproough (with almost all bosses (except Vendrick )) I had no freezes, no lags, 0 problems with game. I should start with s of this game. It is dark souls, it has beautiful lore, awesome gameplay, magnificent views (my favourite location is Dragon Aerie), hardness and my favourite... you kill bosses and progress not with level or high damage sword, but with skill. Some bosses are unique and interesting. PVP or Jolly co-op is just awesome (after I defeat boss on my own, I like to help others). There are added tons of items and mechanics what make game better. And the ending is quite good.
    Now about cons. and I found only one big flaw what made me sad, it is bosses. The problem is, that there is too much knight bosses, and sometimes they even repeat. Few bosses are just copy/pasted from ds1(like scorpion lady(ds2) and spider lady(ds1)). Well I must admit that ornstein is copied for lore and his attack are different, so I wouldn't count him as flaw, but sometimes you just feel thet it's too familiar, in a bad way. Another con for bosses is hardness, you meat Persuer (just a knight) and this is your nightmare(and yes, only after I defeated him, I received an info of 90% easy damage, but the way I defeated him as knight was even better) . Then you meet an awesome dragon in cage and he dies from 10 hits or you meet Lord of Giants( who should be hard as hell and awesome in this way)... I killed him on 2nd try. And final boss wasn't **** but he/she was disappointing
    In sum-up I can say, that this is great sequel, not perfect, but great one. If you just compare with what came out in 2013/2014 (bugged and not finished bf4, simcity, Rome:TW2 and others) DS2 is best right now you can get in 2014(for me). DS2 receive from me 8.5/10. Great game and great sequel. I would add one more plus point if they add steamworkshop (new gear, funny mods, fantasy of fans). Right now I'm replaying game with same character I did before and I receive many new enemies and test my skill. Praise... well, you know what to do.    … Expand
  71. Potitoman
    Jun 21, 2014
    8
    Dark Souls 2 is one of those sequels that while it improves on aspects of the original, it loses some of the magic in the process.

    The art direction seems less inspired than DS1. The monsters and bosses don't stick in your mind and the NPC's are, for the most part, fairly forgettable. DS2 does have a couple of notable bosses like the Demon of Song but for the most part they are just a    Dark Souls 2 is one of those sequels that while it improves on aspects of the original, it loses some of the magic in the process.

    The art direction seems less inspired than DS1. The monsters and bosses don't stick in your mind and the NPC's are, for the most part, fairly forgettable.
    DS2 does have a couple of notable bosses like the Demon of Song but for the most part they are just a variation of a knight in armour.

    The levels also fail to inspire. There are too many caves/castle settings, and for me at least, did not inspire a sense of wonder like DS1 did, and there seems to be a lot of repetition in themes from DS1 to DS2.

    Perhaps the biggest failing is the combat. It's not as fun as it used to be. Hit detection is a bit iffy and parrying is just unusable. No longer will you be parrying for laughs like in DS1.

    Boss fights are a mix bag of super-easy and borderline cheap. Don't expect unforgettable battles like the Capra Demon or Smough and Ornstein. A lot of them, specially humanoids, can be killed by sticking close to them, rolling on attacks and attacking while they recover from the attack. And then there is the Smelter Demon that hurts you with fire damage if you get close to attack him, then one shots you with his fire sword.

    I am a bit disappointed with this sequel, but DS1 was such a masterpiece and it left so much unspoken and up to interpretation that this game had little chance of duplicating the magic.
    The difficulty still there but this time it doesn't feel as balanced as it used to be. It's not there as an obstacle to master and overcome. Now it feels like it's there because that's what was expected of it. It feels synthetic and forced.

    I am being harsh. In itself, it is a very good game, just don't expect DS1 again.    … Expand
  72. TFORPULLONE
    May 13, 2014
    8
    I'm not in to these games but Dark Souls II is just different. The movement is the best. Everything feel so smooth but not so easy. The difficulty is a class of its own. Bosses what you have to fight are interesting and they there own weaknesses. The game is cool.
  73. SenshudoTV
    May 13, 2014
    8
    This game took me around 2 1/2 weeks to finish. Off and on. It is definitely worth the money just for the amount of replayability after you beat it, the time it takes to beat it and the amount of depth, artwork and beauty they added into the game. I just beat it as of 5/11/14 and I hope you guys enjoy the game as much as I did!
  74. mastershakez
    May 7, 2014
    8
    It's not as good as it's predecessors , but if you're hungry for that Souls experience you got from the last two games, this will at least hold you over until Beast Souls.
  75. doombman
    May 12, 2014
    8
    There's a few flaws with this game that I can point out comparing to the first dark souls game, (not demon's souls). DS2 on it's own is a very solid game though. Personally I think it deserves a 10/10, but when I actually think about the game itself and compile everything; it's high-80's-low 90's. Before I get bum-rushed by a bunch of people crying on how the K&M controls are bad, I'm justThere's a few flaws with this game that I can point out comparing to the first dark souls game, (not demon's souls). DS2 on it's own is a very solid game though. Personally I think it deserves a 10/10, but when I actually think about the game itself and compile everything; it's high-80's-low 90's. Before I get bum-rushed by a bunch of people crying on how the K&M controls are bad, I'm just going to call you an idiot and tell you to learn to set your own bindings yourself. Unlike DS1, DS2 offers a VAST set of keybindings; and most of you have not even bothered to touch them. When FromSoftware promised you a solid port, they promised you it; you just need to adjust things to your own preference. (Cough, you did it with the modding community in DS1, ect. DSMfix.)
    Anyways. The game overall is absolutely great. Lots of playtime can be invested into it, and like every souls game, there's a certain point where the game is a cakewalk because you adjust to its unique learning curve, but the game still becomes absolutely rewarding after every enemy. Of course, the bosses seem a little rushed; they have easy to learn movesets and such, but they still have a very high challenge. The gameplay is smooth with a solid 60 FPS, even when I run an ENB on it. Visuals are nice and gameplay is fun. Only pet peeve I have is the Demon's Souls styled PVP. Story progression is also vast and great, lore is perfect. About 30-40 good hours should be spent before you'd even bother to beat the final boss, ect.
    TL;DR: Good game, K&M complainers need to shut up and learn how to check the options, solid game progression, PVP is very different and 'off-setting' compared to DS1.    … Expand
  76. SirPFS
    May 1, 2014
    8
    You guys just went full hollow... never go full hollow.

    If you guys think that the port is horrible, take a look at the first game, and please think again. The port is not perfect, but damn, way better than the first one. And improvements deserve a highscore. And yes, this is Darksouls, you have to play with a controller, like any Souls game. The game is unfair, you'll be angry    You guys just went full hollow... never go full hollow.

    If you guys think that the port is horrible, take a look at the first game, and please think again.
    The port is not perfect, but damn, way better than the first one. And improvements deserve a highscore.
    And yes, this is Darksouls, you have to play with a controller, like any Souls game.

    The game is unfair, you'll be angry when the boss will do a 360 just to target and beat the cr*** out of you. This is how it works.

    I saw some minor bugs in my 2 playthrough i've done so far, but nothing gamebreaking.

    There are indeed some things that could have been better, but this game dont deserve the crap you are giving it.    … Expand
  77. ws_volt
    Dec 12, 2017
    8
    pretty good game, needs better PC support, but an improvement over DS1 for sure. Now if only they would port bloodborne to pc I would be very happy. git gud.
  78. anggadaz
    Aug 8, 2014
    8
    Dark souls 2 is great game. This game has great graphic. The game is game is so real, if you stabbed by enemy you die. Not like other game use hit point until you die.
  79. Acidworm
    Jul 3, 2014
    8
    This was a game I was eagerly anticipating as I really enjoyed the first one. I heard mixed things, and eventually picked it up on Steam. Dark Souls 1 was a favorite of many hardcore gamers and so this one had high expectations to live up to. It met most of these expectations. While it improved on some aspects of Dark Souls 1 it also took some steps back. The port to PC is muchThis was a game I was eagerly anticipating as I really enjoyed the first one. I heard mixed things, and eventually picked it up on Steam. Dark Souls 1 was a favorite of many hardcore gamers and so this one had high expectations to live up to. It met most of these expectations. While it improved on some aspects of Dark Souls 1 it also took some steps back. The port to PC is much improved this time around and it is much less hassle to get the game up and running without the horrid GFWL.

    The storyline like DS1 is fragmented, and it is told through the interactions with the NPCS whom are more numerous this time around. The storyline isn't really forced on the gamer in the DS series and I don't pay much attention to lore in games anyway, but I have heard the lore is worse than the predecessor.

    Being familiar with the DS1 feel I died many times till I got the hang of the feel of this one as it is a bit different. Once you get used to it though, it is very enjoyable. With a 360 controller the jump mechanic has changed but is still quite cumbersome to press the left stick as you run forward, and has resulted in me dying a few times. The kick mechanic has been replaced with a shield break and this was an interesting change.

    While DS1 had excellent hitboxes, the hitboxes in DS2 are frustrating at times. You get hit sometimes when enemies clearly miss you visually from attacks that have no AoE. In a game where the slightest mistakes are so costly this can be quite problematic. The hitboxes for arrows are even worse with arrows getting blocked by obstructions that are not visually in the way. This is a minor part of the game though so not too big of a deal, but worth noting. Enemy tracking has been upped a few notches since DS1 for a few enemies and bosses. Enemies will change direction mid swing to counter you moving out of the way which is frustrating, and causes you to adapt more. Invincibility frames for rolling has been changed so you have less leeway to dodge when you roll out of the way of an enemy, and it now scales with a stat.

    The durability mechanic has been greatly improved adding more depth to the game. Weapons degrade quickly but automatically repair upon refreshing at a bonfire. This means that it is a good idea to level up more than one weapon so you have a back up when the weapon gets close to breaking.

    The world was very organic in DS1 with everything being interconnected. This is no longer the case, and while zones run into each other there is not this interconnected feel. Warping between bonfires can now be done from the start. This all does make it harder to get immersed in the atmosphere and while it is still ok, the atmosphere is superior in DS1.

    Soul farming and twinking has been greatly discouraged this time around. Enemies have a limited number of respawns now discouraging farming them, and if you keep dying to a boss you won't have to kill all the regular enemies anymore leading up to it. The new soul memory mechanic calculates your total souls earned and matches you in pvp this way. While it prevents players leveling up being completely outmatched by twinks it makes it frustrating for those at higher soul memories who have been struggling. When you die and lose a lot of souls and fail to return to your bloodstain regaining them it is still calculated. This system makes it very frustrating on those that have struggled a lot in this way, and also those that do not spend their souls efficiently.

    The game is still difficult, unfortunately much of the difficulty in this game is due to the game throwing many enemies at you at once more often than the first one. The game is slightly friendlier to those who are not familiar with the souls games while not making it too easy for seasoned players. This is a nice change. There are more options to heal now with the addition of lifegems. I personally find this a bit overkill as it causes me to be less careful about being hit, as they come in abundance. The boss difficulty as a whole has been lessened. I died many times to almost every boss in dark souls 1 before getting the hang of a strategy and downing them. This time around it only took me a few attempts at most for the majority of bosses. The bosses as a whole are less creative and memorable this time around.

    The netcode leaves much to be desired with a lot of lag in pvp where players still hit you even after you have moved away. This is a big problem and happens in too many encounters. However finding summon signs, and getting into encounters is much improved over DS1.

    The game is poorly balanced between playstyles. Casting builds have a much easier time in pve than melee does for the majority of bosses. This is quite frustrating.

    Overall this is a great game but don't go in expecting it to be too much like DS1.    … Expand
  80. Baroness
    May 23, 2014
    8
    I waited a LOT for this game, and overall I was not disappointed. Too bad it could have been way better. There are a lot of issues that could have been worked out before launching the game, such as the well talked about hit box problem. On the plus side, the graphics look nice and work very well even on less powerful systems.
    However, the story and feel of the game fall flat. A true DS1    I waited a LOT for this game, and overall I was not disappointed. Too bad it could have been way better. There are a lot of issues that could have been worked out before launching the game, such as the well talked about hit box problem. On the plus side, the graphics look nice and work very well even on less powerful systems.
    However, the story and feel of the game fall flat. A true DS1 fan can easily tell they changed directors, the atmosphere just isn't up to par, unfortunately. The story is convoluted, confusing and feels recycled. Certain assets are even reused from DS1 and instead of being a nod to the previous game as seems to be intended, it comes off as lazy and half assed.    … Expand
  81. eskim01
    Apr 25, 2014
    8
    I'm a Souls veteran, with 3 playthroughs of Demon's Souls and 7 of Dark Souls, and by no means am I disappointed with Dark Souls II. Maybe a little underwhelmed, but not disappointed. It's different from both Dark and Demon's, but somehow feels like a strange combination at the same time, which is good (but again, different). By no means is different bad, in fact I think that's thisI'm a Souls veteran, with 3 playthroughs of Demon's Souls and 7 of Dark Souls, and by no means am I disappointed with Dark Souls II. Maybe a little underwhelmed, but not disappointed. It's different from both Dark and Demon's, but somehow feels like a strange combination at the same time, which is good (but again, different). By no means is different bad, in fact I think that's this games sticking point. If it was too much like the first, I don't think it would have been as enjoyable for someone like me, who knows the mechanics inside out, upside down and backwards. I feel like I'm new again, holding up my shield while slowly turning the next corner, and hoping not to come across some new trap.

    For all the hate it's getting for not being exactly like Dark Souls, I can agree with some of the points. The weapons degrade at a shocking rate, although I am still early on (3 hours in) so who knows, upgrading may fix that. And of course, we could discuss the lighting engine and all that fluff, but it's been said and done before. We know it's not what was shown at E3 in 2013, nor what was in the beta, but whatever. Although, I still feel that it's trying a bit too hard to give the lighting effects a chance, because nothing actually looks, you know, dark yet... Here's hoping The Gutter proves this point moot.

    Anyways, first impressions aside, I'm glad I purchased this game, and I plan on playing it for a good long time. Is it as good as the first, I don't think so (although I'm a admittedly jaded), but it doesn't have to be... it's its own game that stands up just fine with the Souls line. So I hope to see you all out there, and have some jolly cooperation! Oh, and don't forget, seek larger souls!    … Expand
  82. Nocturn86
    Apr 28, 2014
    8
    Game has been updated and seems to work for most now. I haven´t played for long yet, but from what I saw I´d give the game a 10/10 minus one point each for graphics (only slightly improved from DaS1) and controls (I use a Xbox-controller, so they are fine for me, but even when using mouse/keyboard the games always displays the Xbox buttons solely, which is unlikely to be fine for everyone).
  83. Blackice
    Apr 28, 2014
    8
    Great game and the PC port is good, although you should still play with a gamepad and it clearly looks like a port. It's still the best version out there and I recommend the graphics mod called GeDoSaTo DS2 Edition because the original graphics are also clearly a port of the lesser console graphics.
    The new multiplayer options are great and offer a nice diversion from the core gameplay.    Great game and the PC port is good, although you should still play with a gamepad and it clearly looks like a port. It's still the best version out there and I recommend the graphics mod called GeDoSaTo DS2 Edition because the original graphics are also clearly a port of the lesser console graphics.
    The new multiplayer options are great and offer a nice diversion from the core gameplay.
    White screen crash was fixed in a timely manner.    … Expand
  84. Scurvy
    Apr 28, 2014
    8
    Keyboard and mouse is playable, despite what people here are saying. You do need to remap a few keys and adjust sensitivity to make it functional, and they didn't get rid of the console prompts - but it is fine and responsive if you put time to set it up. Some of Froms default keys are pretty badly placed, some horribly placed, which is why I think most of the complaints are influenced by.Keyboard and mouse is playable, despite what people here are saying. You do need to remap a few keys and adjust sensitivity to make it functional, and they didn't get rid of the console prompts - but it is fine and responsive if you put time to set it up. Some of Froms default keys are pretty badly placed, some horribly placed, which is why I think most of the complaints are influenced by. I actually feel more confident with mouse and keyboard in this game than with a controller.

    The game looks nice, its an improvement from the console versions. But it still suffers from not being as good as their teasers, probably due to the redesigns they probably had to do to get a nice framerate on consoles. There are some bad textures, tiled textures, cardboard cutout backgrounds, a few badly placed enemies and seemingly pointless empty areas that screams redesigned levels - at least to me. Regardless, its likely to get mods soon enough - which is hopefully possible without threat of VAC bans

    But, it is a fun and worthy title entry to the souls series. It improves upon some of the gameplay and mechanics, but some decisions will be controversial; like the despawning enemies after they have been killed often enough, and how invasions have a smaller presence.

    Its a console port, but its not a bad one. If you enjoyed previous Souls games, you will probably enjoy it, but some may find the feel of the game has changed and it has lost a little bit of the charm. Its one of my favorite games to come out of late, but it has a few problems.    … Expand
  85. ReviewForDSII
    Apr 28, 2014
    8
    First, I'd like to start off by saying that this is a great game. However, I see that too many people are complaining about a bad PC port. I disagree with that. A friend of mine and I can both manage just fine with the keyboard controls. Also, the graphics are slightly better than console, which is a nice plus. It also runs at 60 FPS and 1080p no problem. My GPU runs so cool. It runs atFirst, I'd like to start off by saying that this is a great game. However, I see that too many people are complaining about a bad PC port. I disagree with that. A friend of mine and I can both manage just fine with the keyboard controls. Also, the graphics are slightly better than console, which is a nice plus. It also runs at 60 FPS and 1080p no problem. My GPU runs so cool. It runs at idle temperatures. That's a bonus for me.

    Game play is solid and feels like a Souls game should. Bosses are phenomenal and I feel like multiplayer works much better in this game than it has in the past. The only reason this game isn't getting a 10/10 from me is because they lied about the graphics and the controls in game still show the Xbox controller buttons. Still a great game to play with friends and by yourself. I definitely recommend it.    … Expand
  86. TennesseW
    Apr 29, 2014
    8
    Compared to the first game, this is major improvement, performance wise. My low end laptop could run it perfectly, with high settings (I turn off the shadow). This game does not have a good graphic at all, so if you're a graphic whore stay away from this game. The game play, in my opinion, is an improvement compared to the first game. No longer you could grind enemies for levelling up. ItCompared to the first game, this is major improvement, performance wise. My low end laptop could run it perfectly, with high settings (I turn off the shadow). This game does not have a good graphic at all, so if you're a graphic whore stay away from this game. The game play, in my opinion, is an improvement compared to the first game. No longer you could grind enemies for levelling up. It forces you to move forward, which is good in my opinion.… Expand
  87. Diume
    May 2, 2014
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I do want to give a fair view on the dark souls 2. Some people say it is hard so it is bad, and some say it is hard so it is great.
    It is important to point out no game is suitable for everyone, so do not trust other but trust yourself. I think Dark Souls II is great when compare to other BAD games like Ride to He__. Dark Souls sound track, environment, map design, ambush, attack move, level balance, shows what BAD game can not make it. The fun of Dark Souls is that you die so many times to beat a FKing boss but when you finally did it, it feels fking good. What improves form Dark souls 1 is the muti online and the half health thing. I know some of you think it makes the game soooo much easier BUT it is the point of Dark Souls. You can choose to be bad (invade other player), or play good (help other player beat boss). The game help finds you true self, be bad or be good?
    Overall, the level design is the best base on all other game(not include Dark Souls 1). I have not seen a single game would put so much effort to build a old-classic world while now people want to play Call of D__ or Battle Fie__ or Titan Fa__ these based-advanced-world setting. Namco Games is brave that to make Dark Souls 2. So my support of this game is not only for Namco but the entire game society, I do want more game that not like Counter Str___, Left _ Dead...

    IF YOU JUST PLAY THIS GAME FOR ONLY FEW HOURS, AND SAY IT IS BAD, DO NOT PLAY DARK SOULS 1, 2 and even 3.    … Expand
  88. Ingrod
    May 18, 2014
    8
    I didnt enjoy Dark Souls 2 as much as I did enjoy Dark Souls 1, nontheless this game is worth its price. What I believe the worst downside was the downgrade from the graphics that was shown to us from the ones that were released, lightning completely downgraded, the one they showed was superb, I believe a lot of textures were changed too.
    Combat is as fluid and as good as you would    I didnt enjoy Dark Souls 2 as much as I did enjoy Dark Souls 1, nontheless this game is worth its price. What I believe the worst downside was the downgrade from the graphics that was shown to us from the ones that were released, lightning completely downgraded, the one they showed was superb, I believe a lot of textures were changed too.
    Combat is as fluid and as good as you would expect. Multiplayer was finally fixed, the one from Dark Souls 1 was unbearable although I didn't really like the use of Memory Soul when summoning friends, I had some trouble to play coop with a friend because of this. Keyboard + mouse controls were somewhat fixed from what I've heard although I would still recommend using a controller.    … Expand
  89. Gixkung
    May 18, 2014
    8
    S II is much better port than first one.Lightening can be fixed with mods.This game is total different than other ARPG, and here no light ways only hard.Everytime you dyie you learn something from your mistake and next time you behave more cautiously.

    P.s. dont listen crying babies who crying that game is to hard.Casuals must stay in facebook games and dont take hand on real players games.
  90. masterkiser
    May 27, 2014
    8
    When I went into this game i had doubts and in all honesty I hated it at first. but after i beat the last giant (first boss) I was Rewarded greatly and i started to enjoy myself. One of my only complaints are the Hit boxes I've Dodged attacks from enemies and still took damage luckily It didn't happen as much as I was afraid it would. Overall this is an awesome game and its worth everyWhen I went into this game i had doubts and in all honesty I hated it at first. but after i beat the last giant (first boss) I was Rewarded greatly and i started to enjoy myself. One of my only complaints are the Hit boxes I've Dodged attacks from enemies and still took damage luckily It didn't happen as much as I was afraid it would. Overall this is an awesome game and its worth every penny if you don't have it go out and buy it now! you won't regret it!… Expand
  91. markp368
    Jul 9, 2014
    8
    Do not be disheartened by the other low reviews, this game is a lot of fun. If you do indeed run into problems and or bugs, what many people seem to not understand is that the internet ie google will fix them in no time. The game is a solid 8.5, not the best, would be amazing if there was a hint of story.
    If you try to play with keyboard you will fail.
  92. DrakeMofugu
    Jul 23, 2014
    8
    Really fun but sometimes it's bull if you know what I mean, wish the death was a little less harsh but really fun you know. There's a sound bug on the lightning guy so cover your ears
  93. Stormy_alpha
    Sep 12, 2014
    8
    I like Dark Souls II, and although the game doesn't surpass the original, it is certanly a worthy sucessor. The only things i find missing or at fault with this game are the bad pc port, the overly bright scenario (on a side note, it is kind of ridiculous how the protagonist seems to shine in the dark) and the somewhat ridiculous weapons it sometimes presents (although this problem is notI like Dark Souls II, and although the game doesn't surpass the original, it is certanly a worthy sucessor. The only things i find missing or at fault with this game are the bad pc port, the overly bright scenario (on a side note, it is kind of ridiculous how the protagonist seems to shine in the dark) and the somewhat ridiculous weapons it sometimes presents (although this problem is not relly uncommon or unnexpected from an RPG).
    Asside from that i really had fun while playing it, it was a chalenging experience with some good memories to take from it, and the first time i remember having to struggle to defeat a boss in a long time (since Dark Souls a least).
    I recomend it    … Expand
  94. Asgrimr
    Sep 16, 2014
    8
    Firstly, this is not a game for people who desire entertainment from a mainstream source. Dark Souls II is a punishing game, that rewards your mistimed slash with a huge loss of health. Every single hit counts in Dark Souls 2, and every mistake will prove to be hugely fatal.

    The combat is not entirely fun, per se, but relies more on timing than anything. Deciding to parry or block would    Firstly, this is not a game for people who desire entertainment from a mainstream source. Dark Souls II is a punishing game, that rewards your mistimed slash with a huge loss of health. Every single hit counts in Dark Souls 2, and every mistake will prove to be hugely fatal.

    The combat is not entirely fun, per se, but relies more on timing than anything. Deciding to parry or block would signify a change in pacing. There is no certain path to choose in DS II, and it definitely does not hold your hand through the beginning, and the control scheme for people using keyboards may find it difficult to adjust. To say the least, there is a steep learning curve. The story, is somewhat original and is interesting, but it's not given to the player in a cohesive way that RPGs are meant to give. Nevertheless, the game is addicting, and will attract hardcore gamers from all genres. I would recommend this game to hardcore RPG fans, as well as people who would want a challenge.    … Expand
  95. Centrey
    Jul 3, 2015
    8
    I, personally, had no issue with the game on PC nor did I have issue with the game on ps3 - This review on is based solely off of the quality of the game, not the PC port. Dark Souls 2 is often slated for not being 'what the promised' and not being as good as Dark Souls 1, I agree with this. They dumbed down certain features and reduced the quality of the game of PC, and the PvE in theI, personally, had no issue with the game on PC nor did I have issue with the game on ps3 - This review on is based solely off of the quality of the game, not the PC port. Dark Souls 2 is often slated for not being 'what the promised' and not being as good as Dark Souls 1, I agree with this. They dumbed down certain features and reduced the quality of the game of PC, and the PvE in the game (the story line included) was not anywhere near the same level as Dark Souls 1. However, what kept me playing this game for 700 hours+ was instead the PvP. A drastic improvement over Dark Souls 1, with better connectivity, quicker weapons and what I felt was a higher skill cap, due to the new parrying/backstab system. I am aware that there are some that think Dark Souls 1 PvP was superior, but for me, Dark Souls 2 really fixed the issues of Dark Souls 1 PvP.… Expand
  96. Belydrith
    Oct 14, 2014
    8
    Generally speaking a decent sequel, but there's just too many unfulfilled promises made for this game.
    The graphics & lighting are not too bad, but definitely not what we were shown.
    The torch mechanics got pretty much removed completely due to the missing lighting. Then there's problems in comparasion with the original Dark Souls: - Combat mechanics changed, some weapon classes are    Generally speaking a decent sequel, but there's just too many unfulfilled promises made for this game.
    The graphics & lighting are not too bad, but definitely not what we were shown.
    The torch mechanics got pretty much removed completely due to the missing lighting.

    Then there's problems in comparasion with the original Dark Souls:
    - Combat mechanics changed, some weapon classes are now utterly useless (Scythe, ...)
    - Agility & invulnerability frames are a plague.
    - Bad level & world design.
    - Alot of recycling of enemies. Too many "guys with big swords".
    - Bonfire travel mechanic due to bad world design.
    - Somewhat boring bosses. At least 20 of those 35ish bosses are really simple and often even recycled as well.
    - And the list goes on..

    But especially to people that've never played the first game this will be a great game, for all others probably slightly less.    … Expand
  97. jdelazzerm
    Oct 29, 2014
    8
    This game has extremely vague objectives, ridiculous difficulty, wonky hit detection, almost no exposition and frame rate issues (on 360 as far as i know). That being said it is by far the most satisfying game i have ever played, the deepest game i have ever played and probably the hardest.
  98. twistedreal
    Dec 30, 2014
    8
    If it wasn't for the first Dark Souls this game would have received a 10/10 from me. Yes, this game was meant to be played with a gamepad, without it you will have a bad time.

    Graphics, controls, and combat is fun! Most enemies are tougher than the first game since they seem to lock on to the player better. It's not as easy to run behind them and expect free hits. Bosses though were a    If it wasn't for the first Dark Souls this game would have received a 10/10 from me. Yes, this game was meant to be played with a gamepad, without it you will have a bad time.

    Graphics, controls, and combat is fun! Most enemies are tougher than the first game since they seem to lock on to the player better. It's not as easy to run behind them and expect free hits. Bosses though were a bit of a letdown. I don't think there were any bosses that gave me much of a challenge. Many of the bosses I killed on my first encounter. One feature that I really liked were the areas that players could invade you in to stop you from reaching your goal!

    I knocked one point off the score because I felt that warping between bonfires was a lousy and lazy mechanic. I would have loved another world that was more connected like the first dark souls. I knocked another point off because the world wasn't very "dark" and there were zero NPC's that I remember.    … Expand
  99. dialacton
    Feb 15, 2015
    8
    Seems this is one of those games people either love or hate.
    Well, I for one enjoyed it immensely.
    Best with a controller I guess, but there you go.
    Giving it an 8.
  100. JeromeLey
    Mar 28, 2017
    8
    While not nearly as good as Dark Souls, this game is still very enjoyable.

    Having played through the game one and a half times, I feel like I could safely say that the game doesn't have the polish nor the deep lore that the original Dark Souls had. It also lacks the feeling of being fair at some points, even though overall, the game isn't as hard as the original. The problem is that    While not nearly as good as Dark Souls, this game is still very enjoyable.

    Having played through the game one and a half times, I feel like I could safely say that the game doesn't have the polish nor the deep lore that the original Dark Souls had. It also lacks the feeling of being fair at some points, even though overall, the game isn't as hard as the original. The problem is that they tried really hard to make the game harder and forgot to make it tough but fair that the original clearly was.

    In terms of visual fidelity, Dark Souls 2 is understandably better looking than the original, and the PC port is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING when compared to the original. The animation is a bit worse in my opinion though, and the biggest pet peeve of mine is the walking animation, which looks so bad compared to the original. The running animation is fine though, I might even go as far as to say the running animation is better than the original game's. This honestly makes me just want to run whenever I'm doing anything since the walking animation is such an eyesore.

    In terms of the lore, the game starts off with a cut scene about this guy jumping into the abyss, but the problem is, the game allows you to be a female character, which goes to show how unpolished the lore is. The game's bosses are also incredibly similar to the original game's bosses. Add to that how a lot of the bosses are just dudes with armor and swords or lazy remakes of iconic moments. All these combined make Dark Souls 2 Inferior in almost every way compared to it's predecessor.    … Expand
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Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 36
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  1. CD-Action
    Jul 23, 2014
    95
    This game’s playability puts to shame everything that’s been released for the new generation of consoles. [06/2014, p.54]
  2. PC PowerPlay
    Jun 6, 2014
    90
    The definitive Dark Souls II experience, the latest entry to The Souls series shines on the PC. [June 2014, p.50]
  3. Riot Pixels
    Jun 5, 2014
    80
    If you’re a fan of hardcore games, try Dark Souls 2. It is not as memorable as its predecessor, and yet it is still a phenomenal experience.
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