Dark Souls III

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  1. Fuz
    May 9, 2016
    9
    Game is great. Has some really amazing maps, interesting enemies, great encounters and an amazing art direction.
    Too bad bosses are beautiful and interesting but you are forced to roll: you can't block even with 40 stamina or you'll basically get stunlocked, if you roll while blocking an attack you roll after the block ending up in the next swing (WHY?), and the camera is often TERRIBLE    Game is great. Has some really amazing maps, interesting enemies, great encounters and an amazing art direction.
    Too bad bosses are beautiful and interesting but you are forced to roll: you can't block even with 40 stamina or you'll basically get stunlocked, if you roll while blocking an attack you roll after the block ending up in the next swing (WHY?), and the camera is often TERRIBLE and will cost you many deaths (hello, King of Storms). For someone who always played a heavy warrior this whole business about shields and rolling is absolutely HORRIBLE. Terrible gameplay design on this. Why change something that worked so well?
    Slow weapons have been mistreated too, they don't do enough damage to compensate the speed and the way they leave you open to blows.
    In DS1 when I died I always thogth "I'm an idiot" or "I shouldn't do that" and never blamed the game because it was always fair, and this was fantastic and gave a great feeling of overcoming something, here's - thanks to that stupid design mechanics - doesn't really happen. Game is not as fair as DS1, at all.
    Also it's way more linear than DS1 and the maps aren't as beautifully connected as in that.
    A bit too much fanservice too. But nothing major.

    It's great, but DS1 is still the best DS.    … Expand
  2. Dunge
    Apr 25, 2016
    9
    As other souls game, amazing level design, amazing bosses, amazing amount of different enemies and general content.

    Unlike DS2/BB, I did not encounter any difficult section where I got stuck, everything get completed pretty easily (not sure if I got better or if the game is easier, but it does feel easier). Did not encounter any crash (unlike other reviews here, playing version 1.04)    As other souls game, amazing level design, amazing bosses, amazing amount of different enemies and general content.

    Unlike DS2/BB, I did not encounter any difficult section where I got stuck, everything get completed pretty easily (not sure if I got better or if the game is easier, but it does feel easier).

    Did not encounter any crash (unlike other reviews here, playing version 1.04)

    Only reason I don't rate a perfect 10 is because of the awful convoluted NPC questlines that are hard to get right even following a guide. What were they thinking designing those?    … Expand
  3. Majestic
    May 10, 2016
    9
    A really good finale to the series. It's got some of the most immersive and graphically impressive enviroments. The art design and sound are top notch. Enemy variety is well done, and the bosses are no longer all "dudes in armor". There is definitely more emphasis on learning the patterns of bosses this time around. If you're melee, it can sometimes be a bit frustrating to learn all of theA really good finale to the series. It's got some of the most immersive and graphically impressive enviroments. The art design and sound are top notch. Enemy variety is well done, and the bosses are no longer all "dudes in armor". There is definitely more emphasis on learning the patterns of bosses this time around. If you're melee, it can sometimes be a bit frustrating to learn all of the telegraphs and time the corresponding roll. But it's all the more satisfying to be honest, because it was far too easy in previous games to just deck out with mass poise and a greatshield and cheese every boss. Another annoyance is how they continued Dark Souls 2 way of handling NPC's. And how most of them require little convincing to join you and remain in firelink for the majority of the time. Playing the ATM machine for the player's convenience. That was definitely better in DS1, where NPC's left Firelink at some point.

    It does however require a beefy system to get it to stick to 60fps. And especially on the CPU side. You'll have no qualms with an overclocked i5 and a GTX 970 / 980. But you will have issues with AMD FX CPU's and Radeon Graphics cards. Since those cards have more CPU overhead in the drivers, compounding the issue.

    I will be playing this again and again. And to all the whiny **** giving it a 1-4 because they can't appreciate having to put effort into a game, git gud.

    I will give it 9/10, for fromsoftware not really ironing out the performance (though personally I was able to play it flawlessly), some slight overuse of emphasis on rolling and the handling of NPC's. They are minor complaints, hence I'm not detracting much more.    … Expand
  4. Zen-Zinxe
    Apr 26, 2016
    9
    Dark Souls 3 is without a doubt the pinnacle of the Dark Souls series. Dark Souls 3 removes a lot of the pointless extraneous stuff from 2, streamlines a lot of features and takes some inspiration from Bloodborne. The game feels like a combination of every game in the souls series.

    Weapons arts are a new thing in Dark Souls 3, each weapon including bows and shields have a weapon skill.    Dark Souls 3 is without a doubt the pinnacle of the Dark Souls series. Dark Souls 3 removes a lot of the pointless extraneous stuff from 2, streamlines a lot of features and takes some inspiration from Bloodborne. The game feels like a combination of every game in the souls series.

    Weapons arts are a new thing in Dark Souls 3, each weapon including bows and shields have a weapon skill. While the weapon movesets are more interesting because of this, it's not as in depth as bloodborne. A lot of weapons come as a dual wielded set, eliminating the need to not only find another weapon to dual wield but also not having to farm the supplies to upgrade a second weapon. Armor no longer needs to be upgraded, adaptability was removed and the stats are more like dark souls 1 again.

    There is a lot of fanservice in this game, lots of references to dark souls 1, the lore still is a jumbled mess that takes more work to put together than to play the game, but I expected as much.

    Honestly Dark Souls 3 doesn't feel like something new, it feels more like they took all the good stuff from their other games, and made a Dark Souls finale with it.

    It's a competent and near perfect rendition of Dark Souls, and after beating the game I gotta say I'm looking forward to seeing what else comes from FromSoftware because as much as I love Dark Souls, it is definitely time to hang it up and make something new.    … Expand
  5. jwilliambolt
    Apr 13, 2016
    9
    With all the backlash over PC port issues, its not hard not hard to conceive why many people have their grievances. I'm playing on PC: frame rate issues, button mapping frustration, crashing, bugs, menus streamlined for consoles and the game in itself being nearly intolerable for M&S; In my case all these issues become white washed from the the solid game play and familiar formula cappedWith all the backlash over PC port issues, its not hard not hard to conceive why many people have their grievances. I'm playing on PC: frame rate issues, button mapping frustration, crashing, bugs, menus streamlined for consoles and the game in itself being nearly intolerable for M&S; In my case all these issues become white washed from the the solid game play and familiar formula capped with some of the best graphics meets tone meets beautiful-ugliness in gaming. Even tho its all familiar after two previous souls games and blood borne, it still feels refreshingly satisfying during these times of mimicry and casual favoritism in game development. So a 9 to keep up the good work. I'm shy of the 10 mark as at only 4.5 hours in and just reaching the curse-rotted great-wood, Ive still yet to see the world inter connectivity of the original game, here's hoping it becomes more fleshed out at the game progresses.… Expand
  6. strangermoon
    Sep 27, 2019
    9
    only a few piece of art can consider death more than end this is one of them. games looks like contunes dark souls 1 and many chars armors even loctainos from first game. castle citadel design and dragon fights makes game better than second game. knight class begging knight armor seems decent and looks good even better look than cover cinder armor. never thought can beat assassins creedonly a few piece of art can consider death more than end this is one of them. games looks like contunes dark souls 1 and many chars armors even loctainos from first game. castle citadel design and dragon fights makes game better than second game. knight class begging knight armor seems decent and looks good even better look than cover cinder armor. never thought can beat assassins creed history and religion combine formule but dark souls add lonely knight pilgram formule wtih little berserk dark feelngs well. games not too insane hard like ds1 which is good too. there is no map like skyrim but level designes amazing you are feeling in a fairytail land you can see where you go or where you come and not a simple way complex. how skyrim feels like bob ross table dark souls 3 looks like Hieronymus Bosch table.… Expand
  7. ocinom
    May 9, 2016
    9
    This is a biased review cause I like From Software games. This is not a perfect game but they still delivered a great DS formula for the fans. That's about it
  8. Soujirop
    Aug 31, 2021
    9
    So when I was younger I tried DK1 and 2, and couldn't pass through stage 3 or so. It was way too frustrating for me. Now as an adult I tried DK3 and man, I'm so happy I've grown enough to give it chance! The amazin atmosphere, the superbly designed levels with their endless secrets, the most epic boss fights of any game I've played before, the infinite variety of builds, the non stopSo when I was younger I tried DK1 and 2, and couldn't pass through stage 3 or so. It was way too frustrating for me. Now as an adult I tried DK3 and man, I'm so happy I've grown enough to give it chance! The amazin atmosphere, the superbly designed levels with their endless secrets, the most epic boss fights of any game I've played before, the infinite variety of builds, the non stop tension of being at the verge of death like a survival horror, the joy while beating a level (or finding a campfire), the coop and pvp! Everything is just great.
    The game can be frustrating to new players, but mostly because they will approach the game with past games mindset that dying is somehow a sign that you are a clumsy player. No. If you haven't been living under a rock you should know that in this game you will die like a hundred times no matter how good of a gamer you think you are. So expect that!
    Now I will give it a 9 out of 10 because graphics could be better, sometimes gameplay can be a little clunky or glitchy and get you killed (which is not fun if this is like the 10th time you are trying to kill a boss), and personaly, I felt some areas near the end of the game were too long and so they felt tedious, considering they were no longer a novelty since you had already seen similar things in previous levels. Also the endings were a bit lackluster, even though it should be expected since the game never really elaborates too much on the story elements, but still after such a nightmare, a longer and more developed ending would have been fun.
    Btw tip to new players, keep those vit and vigor stats high or you'll be sorry..........
    That's all, I'm going to start the remastered now... Hype!    … Expand
  9. Klewer
    May 21, 2016
    9
    It really just continues from where the first two games left off. Everything is quite familiar and while for the most part that is fantastic and still makes this an absolutely brilliant game, the feeling of been here done that comes up from time to time. Still if you enjoyed the first two definitely play it.
  10. Nathonas
    Apr 13, 2016
    9
    Dark Souls 3 is another high quality Souls game with some minor flaws.

    The game is most impressive technically - the controls are very smooth and responsive - certainly the best out of the 3 Dark Souls games, and the graphics are a visible upgrade from DS2. The world looks gorgeous, expansive, and detailed, while still maintaining that dark, desolate Souls feeling. The gameplay is    Dark Souls 3 is another high quality Souls game with some minor flaws.

    The game is most impressive technically - the controls are very smooth and responsive - certainly the best out of the 3 Dark Souls games, and the graphics are a visible upgrade from DS2. The world looks gorgeous, expansive, and detailed, while still maintaining that dark, desolate Souls feeling.

    The gameplay is very fast-paced compared to DS/DS2, with attacks landing faster and monsters overwhelming you very quickly. Whether you'll like this or not depends on personal preference, but I enjoy the slower combat of DS/DS2.

    I'm also not a big fan of the travel system which is pretty much the same as Dark Souls 2, and makes the world feel more disconnected.

    Dark Souls is still the best in the series, but that's simply because any Souls game is such a unique experience that you can never reproduce it after playing it once.

    Overall though, DS3 successfully brings back the familiar core of the Souls gameplay and setting, while adding enough new things to keep it fresh.    … Expand
  11. Silentwalker
    Jun 23, 2020
    9
    *Edit* They have since fixed there game and runs much better and doesn't constantly crash, now that it runs smoothly I can easily give it the score it deserves.

    I'm giving this game a 3 on the PC because of how broken it currently is. I've had crashes to desktop, hitching where the game will stutter for a second and will not get any controller inputs, controller input lag, invisible    *Edit* They have since fixed there game and runs much better and doesn't constantly crash, now that it runs smoothly I can easily give it the score it deserves.

    I'm giving this game a 3 on the PC because of how broken it currently is. I've had crashes to desktop, hitching where the game will stutter for a second and will not get any controller inputs, controller input lag, invisible walls that prevent you from moving and I've fallen though the world 3 times so far.

    If you want to buy it on the PC I'd suggest waiting till they fix these issues and Nvidia update there drivers.    … Expand
  12. Ixoziel
    Apr 12, 2016
    9
    I've heard a lot of complaints about technical issues, but I haven't encountered any myself (I'm running a Radeon card, though). The game runs very smoothly for the hardware I'm running it on, although the FPS does bog down in some areas.

    The game is certainly still difficult. There's plenty of challenging enemies to fight. The enemy designs are varied and interesting. The NPCs thus    I've heard a lot of complaints about technical issues, but I haven't encountered any myself (I'm running a Radeon card, though). The game runs very smoothly for the hardware I'm running it on, although the FPS does bog down in some areas.

    The game is certainly still difficult. There's plenty of challenging enemies to fight. The enemy designs are varied and interesting.

    The NPCs thus far are a giant improvement over the other games. They have more involved dialogue and many can perform a wide variety of services.

    The biggest thing I dislike is the hub nature of the game. You have to fast travel just to get to certain areas. It makes the game world feel very disconnected when you compare it to the first game, although it's possible that that will change.    … Expand
  13. p1menta
    Dec 25, 2022
    9
    i'm a huge from soft fan, and this right here is top tier to me, beautiful, great bosses, creative enemies.
  14. Rumblefish
    May 9, 2016
    9
    The final installment in the Souls series would be the best yet were it not for some technical issues. FromSoft have borrowed the best aspects of the three previous games and also Bloodborne to produce a "greatest hits" version of the game.

    The graphics, models and environments are more beautiful than ever. There have been many improvements to the gameplay too. Weapon scaling is    The final installment in the Souls series would be the best yet were it not for some technical issues. FromSoft have borrowed the best aspects of the three previous games and also Bloodborne to produce a "greatest hits" version of the game.

    The graphics, models and environments are more beautiful than ever. There have been many improvements to the gameplay too.

    Weapon scaling is more evenly spread and can be infused with different gems which will tailor them to your character build. For example, if your character has low stats use Raw to give the weapon a boost which avoids the player stats. If you are high in strength but have a high dexterity weapon, just infuse the weapon with Heavy and it will now use strength to scale instead of dexterity. Maybe you've rolled a Faith build and can't use conventional weapons, simply infuse with Blessed or Lightning to have the weapon scale from the Faith. This innovation really opens up the game's whole arsenal to all players.

    Magic, miracles and pyromancy have all been massivlely improved with two simple additions. Instead of the unwieldy method that was previously used where a spellcaster would need to equip a number of casts only for them to be impotent after this allotment is exhausted, DSIII features what is basically a mana pool, ie Focus. This is paired with a new type of estus flask which refills the Focus bar when swigged. Furthermore, you can choose at any time how to allocated your estus flasks between those that will refill HP and those that restore Focus. Great!

    Additionally, DSIII features weapons arts/skills which are essentially special moves which cost Focus. Every weapon, shield, talisman and catalyst benefit from a particular weapon art. These range from increasing poise, to spinning sword attacks, to spellpower boosts. All of the above adds to the viability of any and all playstyles, including a hybrid build. These are the best systems employed in a Souls game.

    Armour sets can no longer be upgraded but this is a sensible change. Again it encourages the use of various kit rather than having to stick with the one set you've sunk all of your materials into. Anyway, there are so many armour sets to choose from here, over 80 beautifully rendered outfits. It's impossible to get bored trying them all out. All of the best and fan favourite armours from DSI and II are here.

    The same can also be said for the rings, weapons and spells. If you have a favourite from the previous games then it'll be in DSIII and better than ever and you may even find a new favourite amongst the new additions.

    The bosses are inventive and memorable and brutally difficult, as you'd expect. The NPCs are full of character and offer oblique, unsettling dialogue in true souls-style. This all helps to build an intriguing and opaque storyline as you flounder through the lands of the strange but oddly familiar lands. Other notable features include new emotes, a revamped covenant system, improvements to online play.

    However, currently DSIII is let down by a few technical errors and oversights. I have died hundreds of times already but 80% of these deaths seems to come from one of two methods. Either the camera lock breaks and spins my character so my back is to the enemy (goodnight), or I am trapped between an enemy and a piece of scenery with no way of rolling away. Either type of death is frustrating and unnecessary and marrs the experience of the game. Also, poise is not active in the game to date, making a mockery of all those heavy armours you may have invested in. Lastly, the net code is pretty awful. I am regularly kicked out of the game because the server has lost its connection with Steam and online pvp is currently a joke as characters lage by over a second on the screen making any battle a flailing mess, both antagonists hitting only clean air as they swing for the enemy that is apparently stood next to them but isn't. Magic is also utterly useless in pvp as spells take an age to cast, can't be cancelled out of, and are easily dodged. Lastly, some of the hitboxes are all over the place. Fight a huge dog beast thing that or a Mimic and they are likely to pick you up and chomp you to death despite the fact you were nowhere near them at the time.

    These poor aspects of the game detract a little but overall Dark Souls 3 is an outstanding achievement and a wonderful blend of all the best aspects of this great series with some welcome refinements. A must buy. 9/10    … Expand
  15. Xevon
    Feb 16, 2018
    9
    Dark Souls II made a significant number of missteps which brought the experience to it's knees. Thankfully, Dark Souls III is a return to form. It looks, feels and plays just like the first game and avoids the second games problems such as shoddy enemy placement and sloppy hitboxes. Dark Souls III is every bit as good as the first and while it isn't my personal favorite in the series, it'sDark Souls II made a significant number of missteps which brought the experience to it's knees. Thankfully, Dark Souls III is a return to form. It looks, feels and plays just like the first game and avoids the second games problems such as shoddy enemy placement and sloppy hitboxes. Dark Souls III is every bit as good as the first and while it isn't my personal favorite in the series, it's certainly a wonderful continuation of the first games brilliance and comes wholeheartedly recommended to anybody who enjoyed Dark Souls.… Expand
  16. Andremax
    Sep 10, 2018
    9
    It's impressive seeing how Dark Souls game's franchise evolved and finished with a flourish. Beautiful and breathtaking as never, scenarios seeing by far to go along with your evolution in game are simply dazzling. Difficulty is a little bit attenuated, maybe for attract and introduce more public to Souls series, but still frustrating and challenging. As once said, recommendable playingIt's impressive seeing how Dark Souls game's franchise evolved and finished with a flourish. Beautiful and breathtaking as never, scenarios seeing by far to go along with your evolution in game are simply dazzling. Difficulty is a little bit attenuated, maybe for attract and introduce more public to Souls series, but still frustrating and challenging. As once said, recommendable playing this one in PC, as to admires landscapes as for playability, but with a gamepad.… Expand
  17. Gamer-critic
    Oct 30, 2016
    9
    So, basically, this game is amazing, it has awesome lore, deeper than ever, cool-designed bosses, tons of weapons, spells, armor sets, items and etc. Locations are beautiful and well designed too. But...
    This game will not amaze you as it was with previous games, there is no so much cool game play moments (mind, that combat system and game play itself is still great) that will blow your    So, basically, this game is amazing, it has awesome lore, deeper than ever, cool-designed bosses, tons of weapons, spells, armor sets, items and etc. Locations are beautiful and well designed too. But...
    This game will not amaze you as it was with previous games, there is no so much cool game play moments (mind, that combat system and game play itself is still great) that will blow your mind, as it was with previous games. Coop became better, glad From Soft took password system as in Bloodborne, PvP is almost the best of the whole game series. But after 10 hours of play through, you will admit, that Miyazaki, no matter how cool he is, tired from souls games, you can see it almost in every aspect of the game. As for me, I thank Hidetaka-san for exiting of Souls games development, he knows, when he should stop.    … Expand
  18. Mahdiar
    Oct 11, 2016
    9
    Gameplay : 9
    Graphics : 9
    Story : 7
    Sound : 8
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    Overall : 9
  19. Klotz
    Apr 13, 2016
    9
    Probably a great game.
    Will change my rating when the constant crashes are fixed.
    Really disappointing...
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  20. sgy0003
    Apr 18, 2016
    9
    The game is not for everyone. Anyone with faint of heart or looking for relaxing experience will have more grueling and painful times than the hardcore gamers. Hell, even the veterans of the series will die multiple times and get frustrated. However, if you want a game to truly drive you to the maximum and get the adrenaline going, then this is game for you. The game is difficult, butThe game is not for everyone. Anyone with faint of heart or looking for relaxing experience will have more grueling and painful times than the hardcore gamers. Hell, even the veterans of the series will die multiple times and get frustrated. However, if you want a game to truly drive you to the maximum and get the adrenaline going, then this is game for you. The game is difficult, but overcoming those bosses, obstacles, and horde of mobs is its own reward. You will feel amazed coming out victorious.

    Also, the game's story and lore are told through item description and npc dialogue. Every item has some sort of lores attached to it and every npc has something to say that makes up the story. If you favor more narrative storytelling, you may be lost on why you are doing these things in games.

    Lastly, if you are fan of the series or played and enjoyed any of the previous entries in the series, then this is definitely a must-buy. Whether DS3 is better or not as good as other games in the series depends on you    … Expand
  21. Vigilem
    May 30, 2016
    9
    Compared to the previous games, they've made areas easier but boss fights harder. With bosses having more multi-hit moves than before to compensate for the players being better than before. That said, there's a few gimmick fights that are no challenge at all when you figure it out. Not too fond of this change. I also don't like they've done away with the spell castings and implemented theCompared to the previous games, they've made areas easier but boss fights harder. With bosses having more multi-hit moves than before to compensate for the players being better than before. That said, there's a few gimmick fights that are no challenge at all when you figure it out. Not too fond of this change. I also don't like they've done away with the spell castings and implemented the FP system. So all in all I find the combat and difficulty is a little underwhelming.
    But just about everything else is brilliant. Its an excellent conclusion to the series. Plot, lore, characters, its all really good and culminates everything from Dark Souls 1 (very little reference to Dark Souls 2).    … Expand
  22. pongkrit03
    Jul 22, 2020
    9
    Dark Souls 3 is the most polished in franchises. It has abundant of weapons, stages and enemies. The mana system and weapon's skill are well added that give players more variety. Multiplayer should be the best. This game is also good for newcomers since the difficulty in stages set so well. Actually I have played this game in PS4 before, at that time I wasn't impressed much since IDark Souls 3 is the most polished in franchises. It has abundant of weapons, stages and enemies. The mana system and weapon's skill are well added that give players more variety. Multiplayer should be the best. This game is also good for newcomers since the difficulty in stages set so well. Actually I have played this game in PS4 before, at that time I wasn't impressed much since I compared it with Bloodborne but now again on PC 60 FPS with all dlcs I think this game are all-around well made and deserves very high score.

    Anyway, the game does locked at 60 FPS, which is a shame for high end PC users. NG+ does not offer something different as I have expected. Graphic in my opinion is just ok. I felt like the game was designed for console not PC. However, if you have joystick, it won't be a problem. Gameplay is pretty much like other DS so it could feel repetitive and tired sometimes if you have played other games already.    … Expand
  23. Hack
    Apr 16, 2016
    9
    I have just beaten the game after 30 hours and I loved it. It ran, looked, sounded and played beautifully on my PC. I'm running a 3570k @ 4.4GHz with a GTX 970, 8GB DDR3 and an SSD on Windows 10 and I maintained 60fps at 1080p/max settings 99% of the time, the only technical issue I had was autosave stutter which didn't hurt the game much overall, but it still definitely needs to be fixed.I have just beaten the game after 30 hours and I loved it. It ran, looked, sounded and played beautifully on my PC. I'm running a 3570k @ 4.4GHz with a GTX 970, 8GB DDR3 and an SSD on Windows 10 and I maintained 60fps at 1080p/max settings 99% of the time, the only technical issue I had was autosave stutter which didn't hurt the game much overall, but it still definitely needs to be fixed. I'd also like to mention I didn't crash a single time, which seems to be a common complaint.

    Overall I loved every minute of the game and I highly recommend it to any Souls fan, or anyone looking to jump into the series as it's well worth playing if you know what you're getting yourself in for. Long time fans of the series won't find the game massively difficult IMO, there were only a few bosses that really gave me trouble and I've only ever finished Bloodborne so I'm by no means an expert of the genre.    … Expand
  24. LolLimewire
    Sep 21, 2016
    9
    This is a true sequel to Dark Souls, with great visuals, great level design and unlike DS2 all boss fights fell epic. All that said, this game feels a downgrade PVPwise when you look at Dark Souls 2: no duel arena, unfair disadvantage for invaders, poise mechanic not implemented and estus being too powerfull.
  25. The_Emzee
    Sep 29, 2020
    9
    if you ask me... it is solid 9!

    Graphics, music, gameplay = top Quality

    It frustrated me a lot when I noticed that game is pretty short...:O

    Still worth playing and trying to get that Platinum Trophy on Play Station!
  26. JeyFK
    Apr 15, 2016
    9
    This is just a pure gold. Died 30 times in 1 hour. Dragons? yes we have dragons! zombies? YES WE HAVE ZOMBIES? YOU DIED on title screen? YES! Would buy again.
  27. Smilingcookie
    May 31, 2016
    9
    This game is really, really good and lives up to my expectations. Played it for 158 hours and just finished all achievements (3 playtroughs). I tried just about everything in there. It's great fun, with a lot of mystery and the typical humor.

    Like in it's predecessors the combat is very tense and tactical. It's paced up a little though and that's a good thing. When I start up Dark Souls    This game is really, really good and lives up to my expectations. Played it for 158 hours and just finished all achievements (3 playtroughs). I tried just about everything in there. It's great fun, with a lot of mystery and the typical humor.

    Like in it's predecessors the combat is very tense and tactical. It's paced up a little though and that's a good thing. When I start up Dark Souls II now, it feels unnaturally slow. Gameplay wise DS III improves the formula a lot. Visuals are very good and the art design is downright fantastic as always.

    Multiplayer is great, both cooperatively (praise the sun!) and player versus player.

    I like the environments a little bit less than in Dark Souls and Dark Souls II. The equipment, lore and gameplay however have improved much and make up for the environments. The game and it's bossfights (with a few notable exceptions) feel a little easier than earlier titles (which is not necessarily bad). The fight with the Nameless King is an amazing addition to the series and brilliant for multiplayer cooperation.

    Just like the other two, this is designed to be played with a 360 or XOne controller and the use of one is almost indispensable. All in all I'd rate it a 9,2/10.    … Expand
  28. Biggjake93
    Jun 9, 2016
    9
    The game was hard, vague, and caused me to yell at TV a few times and I wouldn't have any other way. While it's sad to hear this game will be the last Dark Souls however it's a very nice final act and probably the best way to end series.
  29. Derf3L
    May 13, 2016
    9
    Playing Dark Souls 3 has been a pleasant experience.
    Everything is improved compared to the previous DS games, the graphics are pretty cool and the areas are nice.
    Having finished all games in the series (except for Bloodborne), I found it smooth and enjoyable, with less annoying areas than the predecessors. The world design is pretty good, but seems a bit linear. There are    Playing Dark Souls 3 has been a pleasant experience.
    Everything is improved compared to the previous DS games, the graphics are pretty cool and the areas are nice.
    Having finished all games in the series (except for Bloodborne), I found it smooth and enjoyable, with less annoying areas than the predecessors.

    The world design is pretty good, but seems a bit linear. There are connections and shortcuts throughout the game, but the path is still one and you gotta follow it to progress through the game. The ability to teleport from each bonfire is also a proof of the linearity, since it would take ages to move from an area to the other, just by running.

    In the end, it feels like there isn't much difference from previous DS games, the core mechanics are the same, same atmosphere, lack of storyline/lore (mostly hidden in items descriptions).
    This makes me think: now that I finished it, will I remember any of this game in a few months time...? or will the only great memories from this series be always linked to DS1?    … Expand
  30. Bugalugs214
    Jun 1, 2016
    9
    The first Dark souls i stuck to and very glad i did.
    The meaty feel of the weapons, the exploration and side missions, the graphics and music really add up to something beutiful.
    Huge spikes of despair and euphoria when i managed to kill a hard boss are rarely captured in other games. Really looking forward to see what the developers have in store after this. Downpoints would be laggy    The first Dark souls i stuck to and very glad i did.
    The meaty feel of the weapons, the exploration and side missions, the graphics and music really add up to something beutiful.
    Huge spikes of despair and euphoria when i managed to kill a hard boss are rarely captured in other games.
    Really looking forward to see what the developers have in store after this.
    Downpoints would be laggy pvp and barely any guidance on where you should go next.
    Apart from those minor quibbles the game is brilliant.    … Expand
  31. Micalica
    May 28, 2016
    9
    Short: If you played and enjoyed Dark Souls 1, this is the game for you. Buy it right now. Worth full price.

    Long: Dark Souls 3 takes its own path and runs full-speed ahead with it. You either keep pace or stumble, fall, and meet it at the finish line. Its sheer attention to detail and mastery of scenery will make you stare at a single room or entire area for several minutes    Short: If you played and enjoyed Dark Souls 1, this is the game for you. Buy it right now. Worth full price.

    Long:

    Dark Souls 3 takes its own path and runs full-speed ahead with it. You either keep pace or stumble, fall, and meet it at the finish line.

    Its sheer attention to detail and mastery of scenery will make you stare at a single room or entire area for several minutes straight. That stray bit of wood, loose tiles cascading into a hole in a wall, rubble forming an eye-grab, alerting the player to the next path they take. Some areas genuinely took my breath away, while others fell flat. Those that stand out are true, outstanding works of art. Incredible.

    Weapons are interesting. Access to soul-weaponry pretty early compared to Dark Souls 2, and without the considerable resources required in Dark Souls 1; a nice sweet spot. However, the upgrade materials are seemingly miles away, and if a player misses an item(s) at a certain point, it's an arduous trek to pick it up later. Their balancing is weird. For instance, the Broadsword does nearly the same damage as a greatsword, and attacks far faster. Multiplayer needs work but is functional and easily understood. But, the weapons feel like they have real weight to them this time. Not a flimsy piece of metal that dents upon hitting stone once, but a real tool for the character to put to work; for myself, the Axes were the most satisfying. The weapon arts are cool but too far and redundant to really make a huge mark on gameplay.

    Leveling is great too. It's less of a chore than in Dark Souls 2, and it feels less punishing than Dark Souls 1, due to the results gained by leveling up, where as in the latter it took considerable leveling to get the desired effect. Or, it felt less profound. There are areas you can farm for souls and it isn't slave labor like in Dark Souls 1, but is (as with the aforementioned areas) not so easy as Dark Souls 2.

    The Bosses are similar to Dark Souls 1 in their lack of diversity, creativity, yet the outstanding performances of a select few in comparison. Recycled bosses return to the Dark Souls series, much to my dismay. They're obvious, poorly executed, and disappointing. The "I'm you, but stronger" meme is very relevant to this point. Multiple enemy bosses return, to nobody's pleasure. Very lame. Gimmick bosses make a very unfortunate reappearance in Dark Souls 3 as well, but, at least they're kind of cool. They're not impossible to figure out, and in retrospect, are interesting ideas. Not too glaring, not great. However, certain bosses are amazing and memorable, and incredibly satisfying to the player. Perhaps the so-so bosses exist only as a comparison, in order to put the great bosses on an even higher pedestal. If so, it's a phenomenal strategy, From.

    The story has multiple sidequests and characters much like the prior games, each interesting and complex to carry out. Its actual main story aligns very similarly to Dark Souls 1 in lore, and Dark Souls 2 execution. Bonfire girl for level ups and guidance, but she has an agenda, and very little information is given to you outside of item descriptions etc.

    The drawbacks of the game:

    Enemy variety. A hollow humanoid with a sword/axe/spear, a smaller humanoid that attacks from stealth/areas unseen with quick movements. A hollow that attacks from a distance with fire. A hollow that attacks with great power, but has a small health pool. A powerful armored hollow that is really cool but a bastard to kill early on. These are the types of enemies that occur most often in the game. In Dark Souls 1 (and 2) each area has unique, defining enemy types. Some repeat but for the most part they're consistent with themselves. In Dark Souls 3 they've been smeared across the whole game, with far more rampant recycling. (including bosses)

    Enemy placement is by far the most annoying part of the game. The first four hours of gameplay are interesting, exciting, and definitely engaging. However, you begin to notice a terrible pattern emerging. Hallway? Enemies next to the doorway. Item? Enemies above or next to it. Lever? Enemies above or waiting to vault over something. Necessary path ahead? Enemy blocking it. Large open space? Many enemies at range and a few melee. Dark area? Enemies above, behind, nearby. Ambushes seem to be the only tactic that FromSoft implemented in enemy placement in Dark Souls 3. No real interesting or varied concepts, just "Let's have them get attacked from all sides again." Very predictable.

    Armor is very lackluster. Poise is "working as intended" which FromSoft appears to believe as its complete non-existence. Wearing all but the Havel Set will make you staggered from a regular enemy hit, whereas in the previous Souls games, armor actually had its purpose in reducing damage and preventing staggering. Upgrading is a waste of materials and souls, seeing as there's no point.

    -

    Despite those, the game is great.    … Expand
  32. Voretechz
    Dec 6, 2016
    9
    Dark Souls 3 is a great game. I love Souls games and this game did not disappoint me in the least. It isn't my favourite one but It is still amazing none the less and the DLC makes it even better! FromSoftware is freaking awesome at making DLC worth your time and money. I have already clocked over 250 hours in this game and I am still having great fun. The performance is nearly perfect onDark Souls 3 is a great game. I love Souls games and this game did not disappoint me in the least. It isn't my favourite one but It is still amazing none the less and the DLC makes it even better! FromSoftware is freaking awesome at making DLC worth your time and money. I have already clocked over 250 hours in this game and I am still having great fun. The performance is nearly perfect on PC, the combat is tight, and the challenge is back in full force, the multiplayer summoning actually works, the story is pretty well done and finishes off the trilogy well, the NPC's all have interesting quest lines with rewards, the weapon, armor and spell variety is vast and the covenants are pretty cool and make for some insane PvP battles.
    Dark Souls 3 unsurprisingly gets a resounding recommendation from me. If you like Souls, you will love this game.    … Expand
  33. MarcioCavalcant
    Apr 19, 2016
    9
    Although there has been a lot of bugs being reported, I fortunately only got stuck in one (stupid console promps turning up out of nowhere). But the game is greatn nonetheless! This game is another well crafted RPG with very well designed foes, great music and climate!
    Hope they fix soon enough what should have been fixed before the release (it seems there will always be some collateral    Although there has been a lot of bugs being reported, I fortunately only got stuck in one (stupid console promps turning up out of nowhere). But the game is greatn nonetheless! This game is another well crafted RPG with very well designed foes, great music and climate!
    Hope they fix soon enough what should have been fixed before the release (it seems there will always be some collateral damage to pc players when the games are also sold for consoles).    … Expand
  34. SomeName
    Apr 9, 2017
    9
    A great game from one of my favourite series of all time. I thoroughly enjoyed the graphics, design and gameplay experience. That doesn't mean that it has no issues, but I found I got plenty for the money spent. I would also say that this type of game isn't for everyone. There is no clear guidance or hand-holding and the combat is challenging, although rarely to the point of beingA great game from one of my favourite series of all time. I thoroughly enjoyed the graphics, design and gameplay experience. That doesn't mean that it has no issues, but I found I got plenty for the money spent. I would also say that this type of game isn't for everyone. There is no clear guidance or hand-holding and the combat is challenging, although rarely to the point of being arbitrarily difficult.

    Pros:
    -Strong action & combat.
    -Good story (although it requires a bit of effort to piece together)
    -Quality graphics and effects, although there is the occasional drop in framerate (nothing that renders it unplayable though).
    -Worthwhile DLCs (particularly the Ringed City).
    -Some of the best (and memorable) level design in gaming.

    Cons:
    -The PC support is still sub-par. By no means as bad as Dark souls 1 or 2, but still not at a level where I would recommend playing it on anything but a controller.
    -Some recycled material from the previous games.
    -Bugs, hackers and various kinds of douchebaggery in the online play, but try finding online multiplayer without that.

    In general I would say this is was a good series. Different from most of the RPG hack-and-slashers in the genre. Try it if you want something new (if you find the story interesting, I recommend playing DS1 & DS2 first though).    … Expand
  35. Swagalf
    May 22, 2016
    9
    First of all please do yourself a favor and :
    - Play with a controller (whine whine controls are bad for mouse and keyboard... please.. some games are designed for k&m, other for controller.)
    - Play Dark Souls 1 and 2. Yes, that's a trilogy. You won't read or watch the last LotR part without the others, that's a nonsense too for the Souls series. Oh and make search about lore if you are    First of all please do yourself a favor and :
    - Play with a controller (whine whine controls are bad for mouse and keyboard... please.. some games are designed for k&m, other for controller.)
    - Play Dark Souls 1 and 2. Yes, that's a trilogy. You won't read or watch the last LotR part without the others, that's a nonsense too for the Souls series. Oh and make search about lore if you are interested by it.

    Now, let's take a look at some bad reviews :
    -There's no lore !
    -> Seriously .. ? Wow. Please go on youtube or just google Dark Soul lore. There's plenty of video, thread and wiki just about the lore, debating, thinking about every clue and every detail. But yeah, Dark Souls is one of the series that use the fact that it's a video game to have a different story telling.. ennemie placement, level design, loot placement, design detail and item description, that's where the lore is. No you won't have a wall of text or a cinematic that tell you everything you need to know because it tell you the same thing with a way that only video game can use. Experimentation, research and care of detail.

    -Other series would have bad note if they do the same thing over and over again ! That's the same as Dark Souls X

    -> Mario, Street Fighter, GTA, Elder's scroll, Zelda, Fallout ... do I need to go on ? Every series do the same things. So please.. don't use that argument. It just make no sens.

    -lol Dark easy Souls ! It's way more easier than [insert a soulsborne game here] ! git gud !

    -> It may be easier in some way yes. But do you understand that you maybe play 40+ hours in a precedent game of the series ? And a player who have some hours of play in Street Fighter / CS / [insert franchise here] will learn the mechanics and won't struggle as much as the first experience in the franchise ? Please... please...

    - Poise is absent

    -> Yes, that can be a bad point. I understand. Always played light and agile build but yup, I understand

    - It just crash and crash and crash

    -> Yeah.. never have the problem without a average pc but yes, some card, spec or idk just don't like this game.. but there's some way to avoid it, just search for them.. and I don't know if crash are still present. But yeah, I feel sorry for you.

    Now, my review :

    The first half of the game is good, but not as good as I excepted, there's some good surprise and **** but.. the hype was too present I guess.
    But god, that second half though ! I won't spoil but it's really, really, really good. **** feeling, epic boss fight.... wow. Wow. WOW.
    This game really have the "it's the end" feeling, that's incredible. Feelings are here, happiness, sadness, doubt...
    In term of level design, I rate it between Dark Souls 1 and Dark Souls 2 (Dark Souls 1, Dark Souls 3, Dark Souls 2) but lorewise, it make sense, you will understand it. So... yup. Why not ? (please don't tell me the lore is here because they don't know how to make a good level design....). On top of that, I think that the level design of Dark Souls 1 seems so good because fire teleportation come late and you have experience the world just so many time for getting back to Firelink shrime that you learned it and saw the connection. I really feel that Dark Souls 2 and Dark Souls 3 fire teleport at start isn't good.

    Bossfights : OH YEAH ! Welcome back monsters, it feel good to see you again after Dark Souls 2.

    Chara-design : Yup. Yup. and yup again. They are interesting and well design. Maybe they are too kind but we aren't a random hollow like the others game we are an Unkindled and we have their respect for that.

    Lore : Aaaaahhh... so much answers.. so much question. Once again, it's just fascinating.

    This game is good. Really, really good. It's just fascinating to see the world and experience it. Fight feeling is once again great. Like the others Souls game, you need to like this kind of game to enjoy it but... who play Civ and say it's trash if they don't like turn-based strategy game ?
    Yeah, Dark Souls 3 isn't perfect and I wanted to rate it 9.3 but .. 9 is fair.
    This is the souls I've been waiting for a conclusion. And once again, thanks From Software.

    The Souls games are one of the purest video game ever made. Everything is around game design and every way of telling you this or making you use that is design like that because game can use these mechanics. Film or book can't.

    Play Dark Souls 1, Dark Souls 2, Dark Souls 3 be curious about lore and enjoy them. Those game are incredible experience and if you really are interested about what a video game can be, play them and think about them, think about every mechanic, every story telling details and every way they use to tell you the lore.    … Expand
  36. danstew
    May 2, 2016
    9
    This game performs rather well on my system (i7-4790, 16 gigs of RAM, Windows 7, GTX 960 with 4 gigs). There are some random quick frame-drops, but nothing game-breaking (not making fights harder) and not happening too often.

    Now, if you played and liked the previous DS-games, you will feel right at home, as the controls are set up pretty much the same way. One difference you WILL feel    This game performs rather well on my system (i7-4790, 16 gigs of RAM, Windows 7, GTX 960 with 4 gigs). There are some random quick frame-drops, but nothing game-breaking (not making fights harder) and not happening too often.

    Now, if you played and liked the previous DS-games, you will feel right at home, as the controls are set up pretty much the same way. One difference you WILL feel is that the fights are bit faster-paced, kinda like showing a little Bloodbourne-influence regarding speed.

    I disagree to the reviews I saw that said "This is not for casual gamers". I am such a casual gamer, really... I did play the first DS back when it came out, but these days, I hardly have enough time to sink any serious time into a game due to my job.
    I was intimidated by the thought of trying out DS3, as I remembered how tough DS1 could be. However, I think I am doing ok right now. I am only playing for small periods of time, and am making slow, yet steady progress. The first few bosses weren't all too challenging, yet I know this will change eventually.

    Actually, I found the trash to be more difficult than the bosses. Some of them (knights with lances and shield, casting witches with grab-attack etc) do require quite some tactic and fast reactions.
    My advice: a) Take it slow, don't try to jump in and pull a group of mobs and waste them all. B) stay calm and get used to the system DS has: Dieing is a part of the game, a learning experience, something normal. Don't get angry, don't smash your controller... take a deep breath, use what you just learned before you died and get back to it.
    Controller is a good segue - you WILL need one. I am sure some guys play this with kbm, but the devs recommend a controller, and it does make sense. The controls take some time to get used to, but work well for fast-paced combat.

    Graphics and music do look really nice, and as usual, the lore and story isn't shoved into your face with tons of pointers and arrows and stuff... you need to go look for it and deduct what is going on.

    Pros:
    - Looks great
    - Decent performance
    - Great music
    - Nice controls
    - Atmosphere
    - Very challenging, but very rewarding

    Cons:
    - Some framerate issues sometimes on my system
    - Glitching-type things... enemies can and WILL hit you through walls and floors, which I think it NOT ok in a game relying so much on tactic, reaction time and fast combat. Using walls or doorways as a tactic won't work well if the NPCs are able to hit you through the wall with their lances. It's not game-breaking, but feels a bit unfair, kills immersion and it surprises me this actually even is existing.
    - Some issues with hacks and bans going on, and apparently, hackers found a way to get "innocents" banned, which sucks. This is based on hearsay, but if true, this needs to be looked into    … Expand
  37. Bjoernen
    Apr 19, 2016
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Playing the game on a high end PC on Steam. Experienced no technical issues besides a few frame drops when entering Road of Sacrifices (an area in the game).

    Contains minor spoilers.

    I have completed the game 3 times now. As a Pyromancer, a Herald and a Thief. Currently doing a fourth playthrough as a Cleric to get the various endings.

    Dark Souls 3 is easily the best of the 3 games. Dark Souls 3 mixes the polished gameplay from Dark Souls 2 with the exciting and atmosphere rich world and level and boss design from Dark Souls 1 (a step up from Dark Souls 2 frankly very bland scenery). This time around we are an Unkindled. An undead awoken from his/her grave by the Bells of Awakening (from DS1) with a mission to find the Lords of Cinder - former lords who each obtained power enough to link the first flame, so the Age of Fire could continue. However the lords despaired of their fate, and fled their duty. It is our job to bring them back - by force if nescessecary. Or perhaps take another, darker, path.

    Dark Souls 3 masters the souls formula, whom we have seen in games such as its predesecors and its PS4 exclusive spin-off - Bloodborne. The game has clearly learned from Bloodborne this time around, by creating challenges that are intimidating and - at first glance - impossible to beat. However the game perfectly reward the observant player, and hit the nail on the head with the challenging but rewarding gameplay that the fanbase of the series has come to love.    … Expand
  38. def1ance
    Apr 12, 2016
    9
    Only played for one hour and i can confirm, this game feels so so awesome and damn, does it feel good to have a new souls game to play after having played countless hours on both DS1/DS2 and DeS. After the kind of letdown on DS2 [atmosphere/level design and a few game play issues] DS3 delivers what souls fans have been waiting since Bloodborne [and +DLC] were released: fast paced gameOnly played for one hour and i can confirm, this game feels so so awesome and damn, does it feel good to have a new souls game to play after having played countless hours on both DS1/DS2 and DeS. After the kind of letdown on DS2 [atmosphere/level design and a few game play issues] DS3 delivers what souls fans have been waiting since Bloodborne [and +DLC] were released: fast paced game play, awesome music and sound effects allied to brutal difficulty, excellent level design and, as always an awesome lore! I'm giving it a 9 because there are still some performance issues and because i'm still to early in the game but rest assured, most likely i'll end up by changing my rate to a perfect 10/10! Just go and grab it, it's that incredible! Git gud to all and Praise the Sun! [T]/… Expand
  39. thealexis80
    Apr 12, 2016
    9
    This game is very good.Is the best game of dark souls series. The stages are stunning, much better than I expected,but worst than Bloodborne.The atmosphere of the game is awesome like dark souls 1 an bloodborne.It shows that its director is Hidetaka Miyakazi.The game is still difficult like other dark souls and
    bloodborne
  40. dreadcannibal
    Apr 15, 2016
    9
    The combat is smooth, the atmosphere is incredible and the game is hard but fair.
    I haven't played any souls game before this one and I never understood why people adore the game as they do.

    Now I understand.

    I recommend this game to any gamer who is not the common CoD fan and wants to experience an amazing journey.

    This game requires patience but it's worth it.
  41. HAHDGSFH8TRGH
    Apr 13, 2016
    9
    Es un gran juego que te permite explorar y pelear con muchos enemigos y tiene una historia muy interesante

    Si te gusta esta clase de juegos el dark souls es lo tuyo
  42. Kojumbo
    Apr 15, 2016
    9
    For the perspective of a player who has played all souls games except Demon Souls, I must say the Dark Souls 3 is probably the most accomplished so far. I am not sure if is the best game so far, but it is definitely a worthy successor. Here are the key points:

    - The game is friendly to beginners (more than previous games) but this does not detract from the series-defining difficulty. -    For the perspective of a player who has played all souls games except Demon Souls, I must say the Dark Souls 3 is probably the most accomplished so far. I am not sure if is the best game so far, but it is definitely a worthy successor. Here are the key points:

    - The game is friendly to beginners (more than previous games) but this does not detract from the series-defining difficulty.
    - Graphics are top-notch. On PC with mostly high settings (GTX 960) I can easily say it looks better or at least as good as Bloodborne but it also runs at 60fps (occasional lag spikes occur though). The game also has much more open spaces than Bloodborne and the scenaries can really amaze.
    - The combat system has definitely improved from Dark Souls 1 and 2. The new weapon skill options give additional diversity. The combat also feels more fast-paced, similar to Bloodborne.
    - The starting area (firelink shrine) looks very well designed and is a step above Majula (DS 2), although I liked Majula as well.
    - The characters are compelling and voice acting is good, but I still think that the side activities (NPC quests) were probbaly better in older games. Also the new fire keeper is not as original as the Emerald Herald or the doll in previous games.
    - Boss fights are well-done and probably more difficult than DS2, but easier than DS1. Most of them have a second phase which can surprise you.
    - As one fo the few negatives, I think that the level design is more straight-forward in this game. You do not have as many branching choices and freedom where to go compared to previous games, especially in the early game. I think that the uncertainty of where you need to go in previous games added significantly to the difficulty. You still have a lot of hidden areas to explore, though and you naturally get rewarded for that.    … Expand
  43. black-panther
    Apr 22, 2016
    9
    Dark souls III the follow up to incredibly hard but amazing dark souls II
    this game is amazing if anybody tells you not to play this or its too hard
    dont listen to them
    go buy the game supporte it and play the **** out of it
    DARK SOULS III IS SIMPLY THE BEST GAME OF 2016 SO FAR
  44. WaddlesSandusky
    Apr 24, 2016
    9
    This is a great Souls game, and in my opinion, a great game overall. I really enjoy the combat, audio, and if you are able to stomach the fact that the mouse and keyboard controls aren't great, it plays well with a controller. I haven't had any performance issues, as some have reported, and definitely don't have any complaints with the game itself, since most people who buy the game walkThis is a great Souls game, and in my opinion, a great game overall. I really enjoy the combat, audio, and if you are able to stomach the fact that the mouse and keyboard controls aren't great, it plays well with a controller. I haven't had any performance issues, as some have reported, and definitely don't have any complaints with the game itself, since most people who buy the game walk into it knowing that death is one of the main mechanics behind the game. As for some negative reviews, I can understand most, and see why this game isn't for everyone, but if you are searching for a casual game with ride-along hand holding story, I would encourage you to look the other way, as this game doesn't cater to the player.… Expand
  45. edrodenas
    Apr 25, 2016
    9
    Phenomenal game! Challenging, fun and with good graphics. The only bad part of the game is that it crushes from time to time in my hands. This game is fun and rewarding!
  46. DukeSilver2112
    May 9, 2016
    9
    A game to test patience and skill as well as resolve. People have complained about the lack of story, but for this franchise, that's par for the course. The uninitiated should prepare themselves for rage while veterans will have a blast.
  47. Zedentin
    May 24, 2016
    9
    DS 3 is ranking at the top of the Souls series games, next to DS1. Great artstyle as usual, fun gameplay/bosses and cool story/lore. Its has tons os references to DS1, which adds a bit os nostalgia to the game, since its the last one. Im going to miss this curious and mysterious world of DS.
  48. OldSaltyDog
    Sep 5, 2016
    9
    Broken game play and crappy lore. This is the Dank Souls you always wanted. It's well worth the cash boys. The graphics are great and it's one of the most annoying games I've ever played. I hate it and love it in equal measure. 9/10 Must Buy
  49. setuis
    May 30, 2016
    9
    I only ever comment on a games flaws...

    1. the farming of silver knights and skeltons for two trophies or to get to spells is the worst idea ever espcially concerning low drop rate. 2. the game doesn't teach how to rispote or counter moves the game can be done with just rolling from attacks (they should slow down an enemy at start to teach this so that pvp etc is better., they should    I only ever comment on a games flaws...

    1. the farming of silver knights and skeltons for two trophies or to get to spells is the worst idea ever espcially concerning low drop rate.

    2. the game doesn't teach how to rispote or counter moves the game can be done with just rolling from attacks (they should slow down an enemy at start to teach this so that pvp etc is better., they should also teach stealth better so thief is better..)

    3. The PVP option the enemies in a players world should always attack both players not require a seed of giant tree.

    The lack of master key like dark souls 1 and the general connection of worlds still makes this seem subpar to the classic dark souls 1.    … Expand
  50. Hahakomori
    Jul 29, 2016
    9
    From Software never disappoints.They created another fantastic game,with a unique atmosphere and a great combat mechanic.It's almost good as Dark Souls I
  51. Sharb
    Aug 4, 2016
    9
    The single player game along Witcher 3!
    Pros: People say this game has no story but in my opinion this game has one of the best stories ever made. It will be hard to search for the real story because it's hidden in item descriptions, statues etc. all over the map. There are tons of great interpretations on youtube, you should definitely check out VaatiVidya if you have ever played this    The single player game along Witcher 3!
    Pros: People say this game has no story but in my opinion this game has one of the best stories ever made. It will be hard to search for the real story because it's hidden in item descriptions, statues etc. all over the map. There are tons of great interpretations on youtube, you should definitely check out VaatiVidya if you have ever played this game.

    It might not be the hardest game ever made but it's definitely challenging enough for me after grinding through most of the modern games. This is definitely a huge positive for me.

    Great environment. The graphics are maybe not as good as in some newer games like Witcher 3 but how everything is laid out, it's beautiful in a hard to explain way.

    People complain about the game being only about rolling and hitting but there's more behind that. Different bosses are weak to different types or damage and you can take advantage of that to make the bosses a little easier. Most of the enemies can be riposted with a perfectly timed parry and you can try and get behind them to backstab for extra damage. There's also sorceries, pyromancies and miracles that can be used to buff your weapons, cast spells, heal your allies, make you invisible/more resistant to magic etc.

    Dark souls 3 is very replayed in my opinion. I have completed the game 4 times with my main character and just started another run with a different class. There are 4 different endings and the enemies gain more health and give you more souls on each New game +.

    Cons: The game was developed to be played with a controller so they don't give you any instructions if you're playing with a keyboard. It's not a big problem if you are able to type "dark souls 3 pc controls" in Google.

    The PvP is pretty laggy because of ping. People complained about OP weapons but after the first few patches there are no incredibly op weapons left it the game.

    Camera sometimes **** you in boss fights if you get cornered.    … Expand
  52. Mindtricks
    Feb 28, 2017
    9
    Dark souls 3 the final chapter of the game,that show us what fromsofware was to the size to make this final chapter, beautiful graphics, amazing soundtrack, amazing bosses and an amazing gameplay, this game 9/10I recommend
    Dark souls 3 es el final de la saga souls que nos muestra que fron software si estuvo a la talla en esta tercera parte, hermosos graficos, hermoso soundtrack, bosses    Dark souls 3 the final chapter of the game,that show us what fromsofware was to the size to make this final chapter, beautiful graphics, amazing soundtrack, amazing bosses and an amazing gameplay, this game 9/10I recommend
    Dark souls 3 es el final de la saga souls que nos muestra que fron software si estuvo a la talla en esta tercera parte, hermosos graficos, hermoso soundtrack, bosses que estan a la altura, y una jugabilidad increible. totalmente recomendado 9/10    … Expand
  53. iPotat
    Jul 5, 2017
    9
    With this series I started to get acquainted with only 3 parts of Dark Souls.
    I was aware of its complexity, but did not attach much importance. Now I decided to get acquainted with this series.
    We play for the non-combatant - a restless soul whose body was rejected by the flames The game itself takes place in the kingdom of Lotrr at the junction of many powerful kingdoms that    With this series I started to get acquainted with only 3 parts of Dark Souls.
    I was aware of its complexity, but did not attach much importance. Now I decided to get acquainted with this series.

    We play for the non-combatant - a restless soul whose body was rejected by the flames
    The game itself takes place in the kingdom of Lotrr at the junction of many powerful kingdoms that belonged to the rulers of the ashes, but eventually, as a result of certain incidents, these lands turned into half-ruined ruins inhabited only by vile creatures

    The game represents the path from point A to the boss (B), along the way we meet different mobs. From light to pizetskhykatyavki, as well as you can meet an NPC with side quests or a trader.

    We have 10 classes with different game styles to choose from. You can be a knight, you can be a magician, but you can take a vagabond and assemble your class, thanks to the extensive leveling of the level allows.
    Bleeding occurs at the expense of spending souls, which drop out from various mobs.

    In the game a large arsenal of weapons, shields, spells, everyone will find his own.
    From the combat system, you can note a bad camera and the management of the character. With some bosses there will be difficulties due to the camera itself.

    Separately I want to mention the soundtrack and design of locations.

    Each location is not similar to the previous one, here its secrets, mobs, its boss and its NPC. The locations themselves are connected with each other by bonfires (for quick movement and saves).
    The variety of mobs in each location pleases, they are not similar to each other.
    And all this is added to the soundtrack, which is worth the soundtrack in the main menu.

    Bosses are different: from slow to fast, from big to small, from strong to weak, and each boss needs his own approach.
    Sometimes bosses are able to greatly surprise. Either somehow change during a fight, or you have to kill by special, or in the arena with the boss will happen some kind of garbage

    Even if you can not get through the boss you can call for help from a phantom (other players or bots)

    The plot is revealed due to the descriptions of objects and we will have to collect it by pieces. So it will be much to read.

    The most terrible thing in the game is the network part. Terrible net code, the balance of hostile phantoms. Horseradish understand how to get hit by weapons on the model player.
    Coop in the game is present, but made in the traditions through the anus. It is connected through time, and can not connect at all.

    In general, the game turned out good, not too complicated, interesting and exciting.
    His money is worth. My rating is 8.7 of 10    … Expand
  54. xRabia
    Apr 18, 2020
    9
    Metacritic forces me to write a seventy-five character review so that I can have my notes listed without searching game by game.
  55. DariushL
    Apr 15, 2017
    9
    Single Player Review: 9/10
    Dark Souls3 had to perk the series from the averageness of DS2 back to the magnificence of DS1.
    The main hub, the firelink shrine area, get soon crowded with NPCs and while intended to be a "cesspool of doddering oldfolk and degenerates", it doesnt feels like a believable place. I know it works as Demon's Soul' Nexus did, but i never playied that so i cant    Single Player Review: 9/10
    Dark Souls3 had to perk the series from the averageness of DS2 back to the magnificence of DS1.

    The main hub, the firelink shrine area, get soon crowded with NPCs and while intended to be a "cesspool of doddering oldfolk and degenerates", it doesnt feels like a believable place. I know it works as Demon's Soul' Nexus did, but i never playied that so i cant really compare the two.
    Also, the magic of a open world, connected from top to bottom, as it was in DS1, its partially lost here; while the world design is much better than in DS2, it isnt as good as DS1. Levels are much larger, but the way they connects still miss the natural flow of the original game.

    The design of enemies and bosses is generally very consistent with the environments; the style direction is well above DS2, even if some odd enemy placement can be still found.
    Areas are packed with loot with steep spikes in difficulty when the player get away from the path to the area boss to adventure in completionist territory, as in some optional areas.
    Still, the sensation that the game relies, too often, on enemie's numbers, rather than quality, remains.

    The fighting system is very reminiscent of that of DS2, but much faster, enriched by the weapon arts option, wich is a fancy name for the expanded weapon moveset; also the gameplay is deeper thanks to the option of juggling the estus between HP and FP, giving more options to wizards/ hybrid characters; hitboxes on enemies is generally fair, apart from some boss.

    The camera and targeting system is far from perfect, presenting some problems in tight spaces packed with enemies and an even shorter locking distance than in DS1/2. A number of time you'll try to lock on to enemy while retreating, only to reset the camera...definitely ONE OF THE GAME'S LOWEST POINTS.

    Graphics are good, presenting amazing sceneries most of the times, while, purely technically, the game is still reminiscent of DS2sotfs. So, artistically excellent, lacking a true "next gen" look all around. Colour palette is perfect, the colours are more vivid than DS1 but it isnt the mess DS2 presented.

    The OST, sadly, is nothing special. While DS1 has some memorable tracks,(the malinconic main menu and ending theme, the terrifying asylum demon/taurus demon theme, the magnificent Ornstein/Smough theme or the final Gwyn's piano theme), DS3 tracks are truly forgettable. Not terrible, but nothing to write home about. Sounds are very good instead.

    final note: works well on 360 controller as well as on M&K. Actually, camera control is soo much better with mouse! bossfight will be much easier!

    9/10

    +excellent artistic choices
    +captivating narrative and world
    +challenging gameplay
    +amazing level design
    +good replay value
    +cool online features as usual

    -inconstistent camera and targeting system
    -disappointing bosses OST at times    … Expand
  56. mugsy
    May 9, 2020
    9
    Better than DS2, worse than DS1. Too bad that it's probably the last game in the series, but who knows.
  57. Greko03
    Nov 5, 2019
    9
    JUEGAZO!, si no tienes paciencia y no te gustan los retos, mejor ni lo mires, pero si tienes la paciencia, es de lo mejor que se haya hecho, gameplay, lore, diseño artistico, banda sonora, todo, todo es bueno.
  58. xgfreedom
    Aug 9, 2017
    9
    It is really hard to get in to this game but once you get in...... it is over..... Such a great end to trilogy. May the flame extinguish and embrace the dark age which was supposed to happen ages ago...... Praise the Sun? The sun is rotting getting consumed by the dark. Now only thing humanity need to do is embrace the dark and wait for the new cycle to begin.
  59. nitorita
    Oct 30, 2020
    9
    A revisiting of the OG action RPG gameplay that FromSoftware pioneered in the first game that does not fail to do the series justice and even surpasses it in some ways.

    Weapons once again have plenty lot of variety, and there are tons of unique regions to explore with plenty of bosses to fight. The UI has been optimized to give more convenient access to every function. PvP is once    A revisiting of the OG action RPG gameplay that FromSoftware pioneered in the first game that does not fail to do the series justice and even surpasses it in some ways.

    Weapons once again have plenty lot of variety, and there are tons of unique regions to explore with plenty of bosses to fight. The UI has been optimized to give more convenient access to every function. PvP is once again the same old invasion system that made the original game great (although the ability to disable forced invasions is questionable as it takes some of the Dark Souls identity out of the game).

    There isn't much to say about this sequel as it is essentially more Dark Souls for fans who couldn't get enough of the first. Ranged is once again underwhelming, which is a personal peeve, and there is cheese potential with some bosses (of which are overall harder than they used to be). But the beautiful graphics and picturesque world make up for these shortfalls.

    The final boss fight was definitely the most challenging but also the most satisfying, as you genuinely needed to learn and memorize the boss's moves in order to defeat them. Their defeat simply makes you crave more to play. I will definitely be looking forward to further sequels, or Bloodborne, if I can get my hands on it. Excellent work, FromSoftware.    … Expand
  60. darkamaz
    Oct 10, 2017
    9
    Очень ждал эту игру,и очень разочаровался в ней,начну с плюсов:
    -Музыка выше всех похвал
    -Некоторые боссы скрашивают игру в лучшем свете -3 действительно красивых локаций:лотрик,закольцованный город и ирритил; -Много красивых шмоток МИНУСЫ: -Нет баланса -Непродуманные анимации нпс,если бегать с щитом это не так заметно но если вы мастер пэрри,эта игра не для вас;кадры срабатывания    Очень ждал эту игру,и очень разочаровался в ней,начну с плюсов:
    -Музыка выше всех похвал
    -Некоторые боссы скрашивают игру в лучшем свете
    -3 действительно красивых локаций:лотрик,закольцованный город и ирритил;
    -Много красивых шмоток
    МИНУСЫ:
    -Нет баланса
    -Непродуманные анимации нпс,если бегать с щитом это не так заметно но если вы мастер пэрри,эта игра не для вас;кадры срабатывания и синхронизация с анимацией кривая
    -Фан сервис и само-повторы
    -Броня не защищает так как следовало бы
    -Маги как были мясом так и остались,да и проблемы с таргетом
    -Механика сбора эстуса и пепельный эстус;в первом случае непонятно почему не взяли механику наполнения эстусов из 1й части ибо не всем интересно лазать по болотам в страхе а нет ли тут фляжечки;
    -ПК порт и управление-нельзя забиндить нужные клавиши,а только разрешенные;эстус находится в общем пуле всех юзабельных предметов,и прокручивать без бубна можно только в одну сторону;
    -Остальной дизайн всего что не отнес к плюсам просто ужасны,копипастные катакомбы тюрьма изалит болота-все эти локации по сложности создания будут меньше все вместе взятые чем тот же ирритил;
    -Мета пушки:оружий в игре много,но так же почти все это оружие юзлес,Спец приемы еще больше юзлес
    - 2 рола 1 из которых вообще не юзабелен-ибо только выходишь с переката в лицо летит тычка,игра тестилась если вообще разрабы это делали только на фаст рол;
    -Нет боевой стойки
    - Нг+ хрень
    -Нет атмосферности в игре-возможно из за того что гамма полностью лишилась серых цветов и стала более светлой
    -Звуки ударов по сравнению со 2й частью деградировали,там когда у тебя двуручник это слышалось как двуручник,в 3й части это слышится как взмах дубиной из морровинда
    -Линейность уровней и дибильное их строение рассчитанное на побегай по ней раз двадцать(привет длс из 2части сулсов)
    -Лор в игре упал в бездну и оно из него сделало порождение тьмы:)а если серьезно какой еще пепельный?где эпичное завершение серии с обьяснением всего лора?набрасали еще больше бессвязного и даже не запилили сиджай концовку
    -Дроп фарм всяких бобжей можно было реализовать полным удалением этой ммошной механики;
    -Жабки-их тоже удалить
    -Прыжок на 3 см вверх наверно и фишка серии но помница в первом дарке сразу после крепести сена я долго не понимал-персонаж не долетает из за невидимой стены или из за корявого прыжка-и это применимо ко всем частям суслов в большей или меньшей мере
    -Неработающие резисты боссов и маленький выбор закалок вплоть до середины игры;бить громовыми болтами великого лука порожденного бездной дракона дпсит меньше чем обычная физ стрела-и это у всех нпс и всех боссов    … Expand
  61. jrdnnn
    Feb 28, 2019
    9
    My first Souls game ever, and I am truly in awe of it. I hesitated buying this for ages, given its reputation for being crushingly difficult, as I wasn't sure that this would really appeal to me. However, ~50 hours of gameplay later, on completion of the game after a spontaneous buy, I could not be happier with it. The difficultly is indeed very high, but this strangely did not have theMy first Souls game ever, and I am truly in awe of it. I hesitated buying this for ages, given its reputation for being crushingly difficult, as I wasn't sure that this would really appeal to me. However, ~50 hours of gameplay later, on completion of the game after a spontaneous buy, I could not be happier with it. The difficultly is indeed very high, but this strangely did not have the off-putting effect I expected. Instead, it spurred me on to improve my skills, try a boss one more time, take a breather to level up a bit more, or seek out a new approach to an old problem. When you die, it is ALWAYS your own fault, and the resounding quote about DS3 is that it is tough but fair. There is no artificial difficulty or cheapness, just true rewarding challenge.

    As a game, the controls are slick and allow for so many different combat styles (nimble and quick, slow and strong, ranged, magic-wielding, or a mix of all of the above), forcing experimentation until you settle on a comfortable style for you. The RPG element of the game is as daunting as its difficulty, but again, if you take the time to understand it, and expend a little bit of effort on the game, it reward you in spades. Again, you can tailor your approach to your play style. On levelling up, you can choose to improve your defenses, maximise your attack power or dexterity, focus on magic skills, or simply add more health if you feel you are getting battered a bit much. To complement this, there is a plethora of weapons, armour, items and spells to equip. So much choice, so much RPG number crunching and so much satisfaction in crafting a warrior to take on the horrors of Lothric.

    The story is at first sparse, with little to go on after a short intro video. But every character you meet and every item you pick up provides you with small bits of information which weave an intricate backstory to this fantasy universe. If you buy this game, I encourage you to read EVERYTHING. Enemy motivations, historical grudges, and explanations for otherwise obscure plotpoints enrich the story tenfold, and make Dark Souls 3 incredibly emotional and immersive.

    Boss fights take centre stage in Souls games, and DS3 has some truly memorable fights. Each boss has its own backstory, of course told cryptically through item descriptions, which are often tragic and add a whole new perspective to fights. You will die A LOT facing bosses, but it is always worth a few test runs to observe attack patterns, openings and timing of 2nd forms (which are almost always more aggressive). My heart was pounding during most of these battles and whether you best them first try, or on your 30th (looking at you, Dancer of the Boreal Valley), the sense of achievement is like nothing I have ever felt in a game before. If ever a game provided a true rollercoaster thrill of emotions, this is it. I often caught myself jumping and punching the air after toppling a once-formidable enemy by the skin of my teeth.

    The visuals are breathtaking, especially the outdoor environments. The scale of this game is incredible, and you can often see areas you completed hours ago in the distance from a new area. Dimly lit dungeons and caves, dusty castle interiors, and abandoned villages are teeming with grotesque creatures ready to rip your face off. For a world on the brink of death, it really is bursting with life, character and an odd ethereal beauty. Boss battle settings are usually spectacles, and some will stay with me forever (e.g. facing Pontiff Sulyvhan in a huge cathedral, or the Dragonslayer Armour on a decaying bridge amidst a burning inferno). The music and sound production complements the visuals, and yet again this is most prevalent for bosses, with soaring orchestral numbers ramping the tension up to 11. Quieter moments are equally as impressive- the breathing of a hideous enemy lurking in the dark, or the quality voice acting for characters you meet.

    Overall, DS3 is a true masterpiece which gives out so much joy to those who invest in it. This is not a game for casual players, but at the same time, I'm hardly a veteran and loved every second of it. The lore is deeper than you'd ever expect and merits digging around the many environments of Lothric for clues as to what is actually going on in this beautiful but bleak world. Do not be dissuaded by the difficulty or seemingly-obtuse lore - the gaming community in DS3 is a surprising merit to the franchise I didn't expect, and is encouraging in every way. If you put a bit of love into this game, you will find yourself with one of the deepest most atmospheric games of all time, and you will change your opinion on 'hard' series forever. I certainly have.    … Expand
  62. PappyBakesCakes
    Jan 17, 2018
    9
    This game takes immersion, realism and atmosphere to the nth degree. The flow of combat and the eroding world fills you with this feeling of stagnation with jumps of remembrance of days foregone. The animation can be a bit floaty and the music is non-existent outside boss fights but these both help you appreciate the meticulously crafted environments and the stories told through them. ImoThis game takes immersion, realism and atmosphere to the nth degree. The flow of combat and the eroding world fills you with this feeling of stagnation with jumps of remembrance of days foregone. The animation can be a bit floaty and the music is non-existent outside boss fights but these both help you appreciate the meticulously crafted environments and the stories told through them. Imo the combat was perfected in Dark Souls 2 and the only difference here is a feeling of aggression or desperation from the enemies, similar to Bloodborne. You can still play this game carefully but overusing a shield is punished a bit. The graphics are beautiful but there is so much detail that it can display jaggies quite often, even on the highest settings and also there were framerate issues when it came out but I haven't faced any for a while. There are many bosses, including one gimmick boss, that are interesting and difficult in their own rights and the regular enemies are incredibly varied and tough in their own right. If I were to say anything bad about this game, besides possible technical difficulties, I would say the lack of cohesion in the environmental storytelling is something that baits and doesnt satisfy sometimes. If you are new to the series I would recommend this for the polish or 1 for the world building.… Expand
  63. GoldenKing95
    Feb 13, 2018
    9
    I've finally played through Dark Souls 3, and it reminded me of what a unique series this is! The god-like feel you get as a player from this game is truly outstanding. With the music that gets you hyped, the "You died" message that does exactly the opposite, and game-play which captivates the reward/punish really well.

    At the start you feel weak, and everything is punishing, then you    I've finally played through Dark Souls 3, and it reminded me of what a unique series this is! The god-like feel you get as a player from this game is truly outstanding. With the music that gets you hyped, the "You died" message that does exactly the opposite, and game-play which captivates the reward/punish really well.

    At the start you feel weak, and everything is punishing, then you progress, you get better, everything is easier, but wait, new area, everyone is stronger now, you underestimate them, and then you recycle this whole sentence again and again! But boy, does it feel rewarding at times.

    The "You died" message will show many times in this game, and to me, for most of the time it feels righteous, since it mostly is your own fault when you die! There are also plenty of bosses, who feel unique, and depending on which play-style you use, some bosses will be a lot harder then others in different playthroughs!

    This game is something everyone should experience sometime in their life, and it's alright if it isn't for you, that just means you are a "casual"! And if you want to play on PC, make sure you have a controller, because that will make your life easier.    … Expand
  64. Henriquez94
    Apr 2, 2018
    9
    Dark Souls III, simplemente maravilloso, un juego de rol-jrpg.
    Dark souls III, supera tus expectativas una narrativa maravillosa, con muchisima relacion al DS I, no es necesario haber jugado los anteriores souls, pero hay muchas referencias mas con el DS I.
    Un juego que lamentablemente esta capado a 60 fps, un port para pc, pero bien hecho. Una narrativa espectacular, una banda sonora    Dark Souls III, simplemente maravilloso, un juego de rol-jrpg.
    Dark souls III, supera tus expectativas una narrativa maravillosa, con muchisima relacion al DS I, no es necesario haber jugado los anteriores souls, pero hay muchas referencias mas con el DS I.
    Un juego que lamentablemente esta capado a 60 fps, un port para pc, pero bien hecho.
    Una narrativa espectacular, una banda sonora destacable, jugabilidad de 10/10.
    Lo unico con lo que no estoy de acuerdo es que para entender por completo el juego debes haber jugado DS I, si quieres entender ya que muchos items la explicacion de ese item lo entenderas si has jugado DS I, hay muchos NPCs que son de DS 1, escenarios de DS1, y es de nostalgia ver que tanto a cambiado, son 3 finales de este titulo, como en DS3, el tipico final Señor Oscuro, y avivar la llama, y han añadido un final un tanto interesante, creo que da a entender el final de esta saga, aunque es probable que Miyasaki nos sorprenda sin problema alguno.
    Los enfrentamiento contra las boss es otro nivel, espectaculares visualmente, y su banda sonora ni hablar, magnifica.
    Las quests de los NPCs muy facil de arruinar, y es probable que para hacer unas cuantas tendras que buscar en internet sus requisitos o que hacer, ya que como les digo muy facil de arruinar o ignorar por su ubicacion.
    El mapa esta muy bien conectado y est me recuerda a DS II.
    Las zonas opcionales del juego son muy dificiles de encontrar mas 1 de ellas, pero si eres curioso y muy atento lo haras sin problemas.
    De hecho en esa zona opcional esta que para mi es el boss mas dificil del juego, que sin duda te hara pasartelo en un par de horas.
    El modo online de este juego es bueno, aunque nada novedoso, es igual, matchs PVP de hasta 5 o 6 jugadores sino estoy mal, gracias a un item del juego.
    aveces hay problemas de conexion son raras las veces y esque depende de tu ancho de banda, pero aveces hay ciertos frames de invunerabilidad que te pueden favorecer o no, pero es muy divertidos y es que en algunas zonas hasta hay clubs de la pelea en fin, muy buen juego sin dudarlo te lo recomiendo en 1000%, aunque no hayas jugado a los anteriores, lo disfrutaras mucho, en lo personal para mi es el mejor de la saga, y es por su jugabilidad, siempre opino lo mismo los DS anteriores son dificiles por su apartado grafico, muchos frames de vulnerabilidad.
    Me compre el titulo en PC, STEAM, llevo 100 Horas, y es por que quiero el 100% del titulo.
    Lo compre entorno a $15, y su DLC en $3 el ashe of ariandel, aun no lo juego, pero por ese precio vale la pena.
    Mi perfil en steam es: jaga-9403.

    Saludos.    … Expand
  65. eded9999
    Jul 2, 2018
    9
    Excellent game!
    >A lot of options, weapons, spells, items, etc.
    >Amazing bosses.
    >Faster and more aggressive combat. (Compared to DS1)
    >Cloth physics....

    Only 2 things i don't like:
    >Over-exploited and messy lore.
    >Online is not that good.
  66. ChosenUndead99
    Apr 29, 2018
    9
    With faster movement and combat, Dark Souls 3 feels the best out of the series to control. There are lots of improvements made on the earlier games that make this a must buy! Controller required.
  67. keletsito
    Jul 22, 2018
    9
    Igual me puede en fanboyismo, pero creo que se trata del mejor Dark Souls, con una historia de 10, gráficos y estética súper elaborada y una mecánica que ha creado estilo. GOTY
  68. ikearagao
    Jul 25, 2018
    9
    Likely the final entry of the Soul series, Dark Souls 3 is the most polished and interesting gameplaywise of the trilogy.
    Learning from the few mistakes Bloodborne did, it is noticiably faster and more dynamic when compared to other souls games, surpassing not only Bloodborne but also the other Souls games in the series in some noticeable aspects, such as Boss Fights, indoors level design    Likely the final entry of the Soul series, Dark Souls 3 is the most polished and interesting gameplaywise of the trilogy.
    Learning from the few mistakes Bloodborne did, it is noticiably faster and more dynamic when compared to other souls games, surpassing not only Bloodborne but also the other Souls games in the series in some noticeable aspects, such as Boss Fights, indoors level design and NPC quests.
    The atmosphere really screams the "ash" theme, having not much contrast between areas, quite fitting for the end of the Cycle.
    Somehow playing with mouse and keyboard actually feels good when compared the the other 2 Souls games, fitting pretty well the faster gameplay.
    Although it has 2 noticeable flaws : replayability and PvP balancement, both that could be easily fixed but thats another discussion...
    Overall, a fantastic game that deserves the praise.    … Expand
  69. VahNabooty
    Jul 29, 2018
    9
    Compared to Dark Souls 1, this game has a lot less pointless mechanics that tried to make it hard and instead has actual fun difficulty and controls very well.
  70. SwitchReview
    Jun 3, 2020
    9
    Was not expecting to get as engrossed in the game as I did. After spending 2 hours on abyss watchers on my first play-through, I was starting to regret picking this game up. I then made a new character and this time carefully traversed through each area, making sure to explore everything. This game ended up being one of the most satisfying and rewarding experiences I've played in a while.
  71. 6oni
    Oct 14, 2018
    9
    it has some failures nd lacks innovation maybe bcause it s not a triple A
    (even if hiring gud artists can fix it)
    i miss d stuning dsign 4 armors weapons enemies scenarios npcs story dialogs msc etc..
    but despite everything it is my favorite game of dis gneration //
  72. Leviax
    Nov 23, 2018
    9
    Спасибо Хидэтака Миядзаки за игру! Игра красивая, крутые механики и вообще "Вы погибли".
  73. fake_nikpap
    Jul 14, 2022
    9
    The end of a series. I can say it's a very fitting end to one of the most memorable series in gaming. It puts things confidently into rest with both its DLC's and tying everything back to the other 2 games. Although it's a bit more linear than the other 2, it helps balance out the difficulty of its areas and also its bosses. This leads to some of the best boss fights in the series by far.The end of a series. I can say it's a very fitting end to one of the most memorable series in gaming. It puts things confidently into rest with both its DLC's and tying everything back to the other 2 games. Although it's a bit more linear than the other 2, it helps balance out the difficulty of its areas and also its bosses. This leads to some of the best boss fights in the series by far. I have to say that it's also the most beginner friendly with fast and responsive combat and clear and concise menus. Praise the Sun!!… Expand
  74. LimpDingus
    Sep 16, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Context
    Going back to 2011, I had briefly played Dark Souls, but very quickly came to the conclusion it wasn't for me.
    It wasn't until 2015 with the release of Bloodborne that I returned to a FromSoftware title.
    After replaying and acquiring the Platinum trophy for Bloodborne in 2017, I finally decided it was time to give the Souls series another chance by getting Dark Souls III.

    Review
    Gameplay
    Entering Dark Souls III, I immediately noticed the gameplay felt pretty much the same as Bloodborne. This made it that much easier for me to continue playing just as I had in Bloodborne. One of the most common things I heard about Dark Souls titles was that you needed to turtle behind a shield to play. Needless to say, that type of playstyle isn't necessary in the third installment. You can choose to run around in naked goat dragon form, heavy armor with a dark hand, typical sword and shield, mage, pyromancer, cleric(joke), or even a Havel monster behind a giant shield.
    Dark Souls III has the best gameplay of the series and is one of the reasons I keep playing.
    Setting
    Post-apocalyptic, science-fiction, and fantastical medieval are the three genres I'd use to describe the setting. It isn't my favorite of the Soulsborne series, but it is a close second. From giant poisonous swamps to massive castles; Molten lakes below the earth to an ethereal city; Catacombs filled with skeletons to a large, completely optional, hidden dragon fortress in the clouds.
    Dark Souls III takes you everywhere with beautiful vistas and enemies to match.
    Narrative
    Who knows what's going on in any of these games? I sure don't. You are the "Ashen One", just like in the previous games, you are an undead brought back to life to complete your goal.
    Dark Souls III's narrative is convoluted, but that is precisely what makes it so great.
    Multiplayer
    Having trouble fighting through an area or killing a boss? Call on a Sun Bro for some jolly cooperation. Want to try out new builds in PvP? Summon a red or mad phantom. Tired of fighting invaders? Throw on that Way of Blue emblem to request help from the police. Dark Souls III's multiplayer can get annoying if you don't know how to roll catch, but it's very fun either way. I would not have played as much without the PvP.
    So whether you're looking for that jolly cooperation with strangers or some intense PvP fast rolling, Dark Souls III does it best.
    Conclusion
    With well over 700hrs in the title as of the writing of this review and having played and compared it to all the other Souls games,
    I give Dark Souls III a
    9 out of 10
    I feel I can unequivocally recommend Dark Soul III to everyone regardless of playstyle.
    I personally don't agree with the whole "Dark Souls is too hard" argument/meme.
    My hopes are that FromSoftware's future titles don't stray too far from what the SoulsBorne series built.    … Expand
  75. Red_Spectre
    Jun 3, 2019
    9
    My first entrance into the Dark Souls series was Dark Souls 3 The Fire Fades Edition. I have about a thousand hours played. Least you know my score is justified. Great title!
  76. rezo_21
    Sep 19, 2021
    9
    ====================IIIIIIIIII GAME SCORE : 93 IIIIIIIIII====================
  77. Soullex
    Nov 15, 2022
    9
    Bu oyunun serideki diğer oyunlarla hiçbir alakası yok. Bu oyun tamamen sizi öldürmek üzerine kurulmuş.
  78. EliseoTero
    Apr 6, 2019
    9
    It was my first souls saga game, and i enjoy it a lot. I learn how to play difficult games in 3D whit Dark Souls 3. I really enjoy it a lot.
  79. Wweald
    Mar 18, 2022
    9
    Has the best combat of the dark souls series by far, it has a few dud bosses but most of the bosses are great and a good chunk are amazing standing far ahead of the other games boss designs. There's too many ds1 "references". The level design is good but not as good as the other games.
  80. dangyosabyss
    Apr 11, 2020
    9
    The best DS game by far. It is DS1 but improved with better gameplay creature comforts and enhanced features. The DLC is still troll-ish but overall this is the best DS we currently have. Only jank and fiddly controls/camera stop this from being a 10. They havent improved that aspect enough to warrant a perfect score. This is still a masterpiece in teaching a player the story via gameplay.The best DS game by far. It is DS1 but improved with better gameplay creature comforts and enhanced features. The DLC is still troll-ish but overall this is the best DS we currently have. Only jank and fiddly controls/camera stop this from being a 10. They havent improved that aspect enough to warrant a perfect score. This is still a masterpiece in teaching a player the story via gameplay. Top soundtrack. An essential game. Get it now.… Expand
  81. TOKYO_GHOUL_R
    Dec 15, 2020
    9
    Серия соулс в свое время произвела фурор на рынке видеоигр, ибо трудно представить, чтобы игра в которой вас насилуют по несколько сотен раз за прохождение, понравилась такому большому количеству человек, но чудеса случаются.

    Начинал свое знакомство с этой серией именно с 3 части, ибо до 2017 года не имел нужного железа, да и вообще не знал что это такое, эти темные души и с чем их    Серия соулс в свое время произвела фурор на рынке видеоигр, ибо трудно представить, чтобы игра в которой вас насилуют по несколько сотен раз за прохождение, понравилась такому большому количеству человек, но чудеса случаются.

    Начинал свое знакомство с этой серией именно с 3 части, ибо до 2017 года не имел нужного железа, да и вообще не знал что это такое, эти темные души и с чем их едят.
    После сотен часов боли и прохождения двух других частей абсолютно честно признаюсь, что эта часть самая слабая из всех лично для меня, но не лишенная той же изюминки, что первые 2 игры.
    Дарк соулс 3 ощущается гораздо более быстрым проектом, нежели первый или второй соулс из-за чего мне было попроще играть в первые 2 части, а другим наоборот, ибо 1 и 2 дс по скорости одинаковы.
    Проект японцев все также не прощает ошибок, имеет потрясающие локации и свой шарм, но до уровня первых частей явно не дотягивает.
    Отдельным бонусом всех игр соулс является кооператив, в котором можно весело гаситься против боссов и вражеских фантомов. Единственное что не советую это пвп из-за разницы в пинге и обилия читеров.

    Ставлю девятку сугубо из-за того, что быстрый геймплей мне ближе(Так крепкие 7 или 8 баллов)

    Рекомендую к покупке.    … Expand
  82. Springhi
    Nov 14, 2019
    9
    The game with a comprehensive expression of all Soul's series, including BB. In DS3, the combat remains exciting. The exploration of the map is still full of interest. During the game, the growth of my character and myself was always satisfying, the sense of achievement after I beated a strong enemy as well. I kept trembling before I entered the game. However, it is still just one of DSThe game with a comprehensive expression of all Soul's series, including BB. In DS3, the combat remains exciting. The exploration of the map is still full of interest. During the game, the growth of my character and myself was always satisfying, the sense of achievement after I beated a strong enemy as well. I kept trembling before I entered the game. However, it is still just one of DS series, without any ambition to break through this limit. As the end of DS series, DS3 was not bad, but far from perfect.… Expand
  83. Lazzakz
    Aug 21, 2023
    9
    Miyazaki back on the direction builds up a lot of the greatness of the fist game back onto the series. Could say it delves into the lore and spectacular aspects of the game as well as or better than DS1, but mechanically not as brilliant, even if it's still magnificent.

    DECENT 9
  84. PanMrkvicka
    Feb 11, 2020
    9
    The best souls game in the souls series, it looks beatiful the bosses are amazing and magnificent and challenging. The combat is so smooth and great. There are the most memorable boss fights from the whole series. And the music is something else.
  85. Mortmawt
    Feb 5, 2020
    9
    + Challenging.
    + Combat never gets old.
    + Amazing soundtracks (even the main menu soundtrack is quite something) + Best boss fights ever. + Extremely replayable. + Fantastic atmosphere. + Epic cinematic intro. + It's quite fun to play online and help people at the more difficult bosses. In other words, Jolly cooperation! + DLCs are amazing. Ashes of Ariandel was short but makes    + Challenging.
    + Combat never gets old.
    + Amazing soundtracks (even the main menu soundtrack is quite something)
    + Best boss fights ever.
    + Extremely replayable.
    + Fantastic atmosphere.
    + Epic cinematic intro.
    + It's quite fun to play online and help people at the more difficult bosses. In other words, Jolly cooperation!
    + DLCs are amazing. Ashes of Ariandel was short but makes the dlc well worth your money. The Ringed City was fantastic.
    + Voice acting is on point.
    + Not everyone likes this but I love how storytelling works in this game.

    - You will have to back up your save data every now and then because:
    1. No cloud saves.
    2. Hackers/cheaters can get your account banned if you don't know how to avoid them. (I don't think you have to worry much about hackers as long as you back up your save data and don't pick any of the items they drop for you. Also alt+f4 and replace your save data with your back up file if you ever encounter one. I have only encountered one hacker throughout my 100h+ playtime so you really don't need to worry much about it.)
    - I miss how the areas were connected with each other in Dark Souls 1.
    - Poor anti-aliasing. (Not a big issue at 1440p and higher but very noticeable in some places at 1080p)
    - Some few bugs. (Nothing really game breaking tho)    … Expand
  86. amazingmold46
    Feb 17, 2020
    9
    Definitely the most well rounded game in this series with the highest concentration of quality bosses as well as the best level design in the series. The game however does give the player too many Estus flasks though, decreasing the challenge in the later game for those who seek out the upgrading materials. It is also disappointing that the game did not reintroduce the excellent worldDefinitely the most well rounded game in this series with the highest concentration of quality bosses as well as the best level design in the series. The game however does give the player too many Estus flasks though, decreasing the challenge in the later game for those who seek out the upgrading materials. It is also disappointing that the game did not reintroduce the excellent world design of the first game. However, it is still definitely my favorite in the series.

    9/10    … Expand
  87. banzar
    Feb 24, 2020
    9
    Dark Souls 3 bildet als letzter Teil der Souls-Trilogie den krönenden Abschluss der berüchtigten RPG-Reihe von From Software. Als mit dem Untod verfluchter "Unentfachter" kämpft man sich durch eine erbarmungslose Fantasy-Welt in der an jeder Ecke der Tod lauert. Dabei droht stets der Verlust der gesammelten Seelen. Highlights sind die epischen Bosskämpfe, die anspruchsvoll aber fair sind,Dark Souls 3 bildet als letzter Teil der Souls-Trilogie den krönenden Abschluss der berüchtigten RPG-Reihe von From Software. Als mit dem Untod verfluchter "Unentfachter" kämpft man sich durch eine erbarmungslose Fantasy-Welt in der an jeder Ecke der Tod lauert. Dabei droht stets der Verlust der gesammelten Seelen. Highlights sind die epischen Bosskämpfe, die anspruchsvoll aber fair sind, sodass sich jeder Sieg wie ein Triumph anfühlt. Das Gameplay wird nur selten durch die Erzählung unterbrochen - stattdessen kann man die Lore des Spiels den Beschreibungen von Gegenständen, kurzen Dialogen mit NPCs, oder der Gestaltung der Welt entnehmen. Diese Fragmente ergeben mit der Zeit eine immer deutlichere Ahnung von der Welt von Dark Souls und dem Sinn der eigenen Bemühungen, die allerdings immer etwas kryptisch und interpretativ bleiben. Durch viele optionale Inhalte und verschiedene Spezialisierungen vom Ritter bis zum Zauberer hat das Spiel einen hohen Wiederspielwert. Dark Souls 3 schafft es ein einzigartiges Spielgefühl zu erschaffen, und verpackt es diesmal so elegant und visuell ansprechend wie keiner seiner Vorgänger. Insgesamt ist es ein anspruchsvolles Action-RPG das Hartnäckigkeit mit Genugtuung belohnt, und anstatt ihn an die Hand zu nehmen, den Spieler auch mal geradewegs in den Abgrund rennen lässt.… Expand
  88. Elvers
    Nov 10, 2020
    9
    Для меня, это лучшая СОЛО игра в которую я когда-либо играл. Если вам нравится РПГ, прокачка, боссы, средневековье и хардкор, эта игра - создана для вас. В ней идеально почти всё, график, разнообразия вооружения и врагов, боёвка, очень интересный лично мне показался лор игры. Однако, не обошлось и без минусов, конкретнее - это баги и мультиплеер. Если баги еще не особо часто встречаются иДля меня, это лучшая СОЛО игра в которую я когда-либо играл. Если вам нравится РПГ, прокачка, боссы, средневековье и хардкор, эта игра - создана для вас. В ней идеально почти всё, график, разнообразия вооружения и врагов, боёвка, очень интересный лично мне показался лор игры. Однако, не обошлось и без минусов, конкретнее - это баги и мультиплеер. Если баги еще не особо часто встречаются и на них можно кое как закрыть глаза, то вот мультиплеер сделан очень коряво и плохо. Я не буду отдельно говорить про мультиплеер, т.к. по большей степени это соло-игра, но раз он есть, то почему бы не сделать его нормальным. Ну а баги есть в каждой игре, просто в дарк соулсе они сильно подбешивают. В целом, это шедевр в мире РПГ, я не знаю игры более подходящей, чем Дарк Соулс в этом жанре. Ставлю 9/10 только из-за багов и мультеплеера, касательно остального - 10/10.… Expand
  89. Smile_Bot
    Jun 23, 2020
    9
    Dark Souls 3 is masterfully made, from the visual design, Amazing solemn yet tense music, to the all the tiny game play nuances everything is put together in a great package that will challenge you to the limit. After beating the game I feel like their is still so much for me to go back and do, from tiny side bosses to entire character story lines I haven't explored, the game has so muchDark Souls 3 is masterfully made, from the visual design, Amazing solemn yet tense music, to the all the tiny game play nuances everything is put together in a great package that will challenge you to the limit. After beating the game I feel like their is still so much for me to go back and do, from tiny side bosses to entire character story lines I haven't explored, the game has so much replay value it shows why From Software is praised for how much content they have put into so many of these projects. The world it's self seems to be always in a state of decay even though greenery is nearly always present, making the world's atmosphere feel more thought out and storied then simply everything being dead. The game play is weighty and fun, making bosses tense and even small encounters still require your attention, even at high levels I found that beginning areas could get me low on health if I wasn't careful. Then, the music, the best part of this game bar none, the cacophony of both beautiful melodies and tense weaving courses make this game a joy to listen to, which makes the quite moments where you can hear distant creatures and your own steps even more tense.

    The game does suffer from some bugs I encountered, from going through the floor of a lift, to having NPCs simply stand and watch me because they don't know how to walk up steps directly to the left of them. Dumb deaths (Like phasing through the floor) can be frustrating when you can lose all of your Souls (XP/Currency) that way. Other then those grievances I had no other problems.

    Overall the game is worth playing, I enjoyed the game immensely and is a solid 9/10

    Fun Challenge I did on my first play through Every time you die, do 10 Jumping jacks, when you die with humanity restored do 15, when you die as a Summon do 20. I wouldn't recommend it, but I thought it was a fun little side thing, so I thought I might as well put it in, if you want to try it yourself.    … Expand
  90. srinu634
    Oct 29, 2021
    9
    If I played this in 2016, probably this would have been rated a 10. However, after playing Demon's souls on PS5 and Sekiro. I have to give a rating of 8 for Dark souls 3.

    Pro's: - Super fast combat that brings adrenaline rush. The combat difficulty for bosses sits below Sekiro. - Weapon variety is amazing. Love the fact that you can also create the boss weapons for yourself. - The    If I played this in 2016, probably this would have been rated a 10. However, after playing Demon's souls on PS5 and Sekiro. I have to give a rating of 8 for Dark souls 3.

    Pro's:
    - Super fast combat that brings adrenaline rush. The combat difficulty for bosses sits below Sekiro.
    - Weapon variety is amazing. Love the fact that you can also create the boss weapons for yourself.
    - The bosses are amazing. Ex: Lothric, Abyss watchers and Pontiff are truly amazing bosses.
    - Has amazing shortcuts, hidden Easter eggs, NPC's lore is pretty good
    - Magic/Pyro/Miracle system works pretty well and doesn't make the game monotonous
    - Replayability of DS3 is amazing.

    Cons:
    - One of my biggest problem with this game is the inferior level design compared to Demon's souls. You can literally run to most of the bosses. Compare that to Demon's souls where you have to earn your way. It's understandable that Demon's souls has easier bosses so it makes sense that level difficulty is higher. However, level designs feel far inferior to Demon's souls. Boleterian palace, Swamp of Sorrow, Stonefang tunnel feel far more superior to any level design in Dark Souls 3. The Only place I can think in DS3 is the Irithyll valley but it's still subpar with Demon's souls level design. PS: pls ignore the typos. I'm too lazy now.    … Expand
  91. mentlegen
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    Never tried a souls game before, heard how hard it was and never gave it a shot. After finally giving it a fair chance, yes it can be hard but the satification you get from defeating enemies and bosses is superb and makes it worth it. Love the atmosphere and art so much as well. Great game
  92. JTonicOA
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    The sheer hopeless desperation within this apocalyptic, dying world is portrayed in such a subtle, yet powerful way, which in turn successfully creates an immersive, inspirational and unique atmosphere throughout the gameplay.
  93. HO2020
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    10점 짜리 게임인데 9점을 준 이유는
    딱 하나이다
    아이템에 디아블로2 처럼 옵션주고 랜덤 수집 재미를 줬다면 10점 줬을것이다
    그래도 2020년 기준 최고의 액션rpg임에 틀림없다
  94. dmitry_t
    Jul 25, 2020
    9
    I just can't understand most of negative feedback here :)
    If you don't have any skill or at least patience why are you even trying to play this game?
    You've been warned in the very beginning after all!
  95. ReviewTime
    Jul 28, 2020
    9
    its the Dark Souls of Dark Souls.

    [Gameplay] Masterpiece. Fast - You heal fast/you dodge fast Fair. - Less enemy spam more 1 vs 1 duels. Variety - Tons of weapons with customizable materials/elements and a lot boss weapons which feel very unique. [Bosses] A lot high Quality Bosses which are 1 vs 1. Study him. Learn him. Kill him, [World&Story] World and Story are one    its the Dark Souls of Dark Souls.

    [Gameplay]
    Masterpiece.
    Fast - You heal fast/you dodge fast
    Fair. - Less enemy spam more 1 vs 1 duels.
    Variety - Tons of weapons with customizable materials/elements and a lot boss weapons which feel very unique.

    [Bosses]
    A lot high Quality Bosses which are 1 vs 1.
    Study him.
    Learn him.
    Kill him,

    [World&Story]
    World and Story are one category because they are the same here.
    The world tells the story.
    The items tell the story.
    And if you dont want story thats also fine.
    No cutscene spam and you aint forced to read items.
    If you dont like the NPC talking to you all day ?
    Kill him and get his dagger.
    The world is beautyful and detailed.
    Levels are interconnected and you can see in the skybox the places you gonna visit later in the game.
    Its not as complicated as DS1 and DS2 which is for me a little negative point but I can imagine that some people like that.

    [Graphics&Tech]
    The World itself looks great but the Graphics are mediocre and the PC Options like 144Hz and Unlocked Framerates do not exist.
    Thats the biggest reason why this aint a 10/10.

    [Multiplayer]
    The Idea is as always nice and fun but in my opinion it would be more fun when you wouldnt know that you are getting invaded.
    Also the server speed could be faster for example you hit someone and the knockback animation of the enemy comes too late.
    But still you can always go online to Aldrichs Bonfire and do some pvp matches after you finished the game with a lot of player online which is most of the time fun and fair.

    [Conclusion]
    This is a Singleplayer experience you have to do atleast once.
    Its the best Dark Souls for players who never played a Souls games before.
    And when you love it there no way back.
    Suddenly a lot other games will feel boring/repetitive for you.    … Expand
  96. ErayTellezi
    Jun 18, 2022
    9
    Bazı sanat eserleri insana kendisiyle alakalı bir şey öğretir. Ben soulslike maceram da ne kadar sabırlı olduğumu fark ettim ki kendimi hep tam tersi olarak tanımlarım. Bu üniversitede sınav zamanları bir ay kapanıp ders çalıştığım dönemlerden beri tatmadığım bir duyguydu.

    80+ saatin sonunda tüm dlc'lerle birlikte ve opsiyonel bossları keserek, hiç kimseyi summon etmeden, hiç büyü    Bazı sanat eserleri insana kendisiyle alakalı bir şey öğretir. Ben soulslike maceram da ne kadar sabırlı olduğumu fark ettim ki kendimi hep tam tersi olarak tanımlarım. Bu üniversitede sınav zamanları bir ay kapanıp ders çalıştığım dönemlerden beri tatmadığım bir duyguydu.

    80+ saatin sonunda tüm dlc'lerle birlikte ve opsiyonel bossları keserek, hiç kimseyi summon etmeden, hiç büyü yap(a)madan bitirdim. Bu 80 saat bana normalden çok daha uzun geldi. Bir ara pes edip oyunu bırakmıştım. Bu yolda umutsuzluğa kapıldığım da oldu, kendimle gurur duyduğum da. Ama neticede Antalya sıcakları başlamadan şu oyunları bitirme amacıma tam sınırda da olsa ulaştım.

    Bir kere bu oyun en adaletsiz olanı. Bazı boss'ları iki kere hatta üç kere öldürmeniz gerekebiliyor. Tamam Sekiro'da da bu vardı ama onda biz de dirilebiliyorduk. Bundaysa üçüncü düşmanın sonunda yaptığınız tek bir hata, savaşa baştan başlamanıza neden olabiliyor ve 50 defa geçtiğiniz ilk fazları tekrar oynamak zorunda kalıyorsunuz. Oraya gelene kadar son fazlarda öğrendiğiniz hareket şemalarını unutuyorsunuz ve bu da düşmanı kesmenizi daha da zorlaştırıyor.

    Oyun, Sekiro'dan çok Bloodborne'a benziyor. Hem atmosfer hem de oynanış olarak. Sekiro'dan sonra karakterin o ağırlığı başlarda zulüm gibi geldi açıkçası. O can iksiri içme animasyonu yok mu, mahvetti beni. İçmeden önce kokusuna mı bakıyorsun be adam, kafana dik gitsin şu mereti.

    Oyunu knight olarak oynadım ama öyle ağır zırh ya da ağır kalkan kullanmadım. Parry tekniğini bir boss savaşı dışında hiç kullanmadım. Oyunun yarısından sonra kalkan kullanmayı tamamen bıraktım.

    Başlarda buzlu bir kılıç, sonra da bir boss'tan düşürdüğüm buzlu gürzü kullandım ama Dragonslayer Greataxe'ı elde ettikten sonra hiç bırakmadım. O özel ağır ve elektrik veren hasarı hem çoğu boss'ta hem de dünyada gezerken karşıma çıkan ağır zırhlılarda çok işime yaradı. Savaşların normalden az sürmesini sağladı.

    Soulslike oyunları diğer bütün oyunlardan ayıran en önemli şey zorluğu falan değil, sıradan düşmanlar dahil hepsinin hem görünüş hem de hareket şemasının çok farklı olması. Oyunda sık sık "Bu şimdi nasıl saldıracak, ne kadar hasar vuracak, ne hasarı verecek, aaa tipi de ilginçmiş" diyorsunuz. Bunu dedirtebilen oyun sayısı çok çok az.

    Beni en çok zorlayan boss'lar: Dancer, Twin Princes, Nameless King, Soul of Cinder, Friede ve Gael oldu. Midir'de de zorlandım ama bunlar kadar değil.

    Müzikler maalesef Bloodborne'dan beri tatmin edici gelmiyor. O bambaşka bir seviyeydi ama bunda akılda kalıcı hiçbir müzik yok.

    Hikayesi... Bilmiyorum. Keşke şu oyunlara bir de hikaye yazsalar ya da yazdıklarını sunsalar. Kimle neden savaşıyoruz bir de onu bilsek ve onun motivasyonu olsa.    … Expand
  97. Kroot
    Oct 20, 2020
    9
    It's a great game with amazing environments. It is still a very difficult game, similar to the previous ones.
  98. SuperFiremen
    Oct 31, 2020
    9
    One of the best Souls Like games in the market...
    A must-play for every human being!
  99. nietzfk
    May 20, 2023
    9
    Ultimate dark souls. I played for hours, hours. The hitting feel is so good...
  100. Dom007
    Mar 12, 2021
    9
    The boss fights in this game are magnificent and so too is the soundtrack. The combat is faster paced than Ds1 and Ds2 and it works well.
    The environments however are hit and miss and the linearity of the game can be offputting at times. It unfortunately stops this game from getting a higher score.

    It is also worth getting the Dlc's as well, but be aware they are very hard.
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#6 Best PC Game of 2016
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#4 Most Discussed PC Game of 2016
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#14 Most Shared PC Game of 2016

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 56 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 54 out of 56
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 56
  3. Negative: 0 out of 56
  1. Easy Allies
    Dec 1, 2016
    90
    Despite an inconsistent frame rate once again hindering the console versions, Dark Souls III is still an undeniable success. Before playing, we felt ready to say goodbye to the series, looking forward to whatever From Software gave us next. Yet after finishing, it's hard not wanting more. Few companies can craft a world so completely enthralling. Whether you've played every entry, started with Bloodborne, or are brand new, this is a game you should absolutely make time for.
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  2. CD-Action
    Jun 29, 2016
    85
    Everything about Dark Souls III is great, but it fails to push the series forward. Bloodborne and both previous Souls squash it in terms of ambition. DkS3 is like a compilation album by your favorite band – you enjoy listening to it because you love these songs despite having heard them so many times before, but there’s no room for even a tiniest surprise. [06/2016, p.34]
  3. Riot Pixels
    Jun 6, 2016
    82
    It seems that From Software has finally realized that bad game design decisions were a poor addition to an already uncompromising game, and fixed them, while keeping the same level of ruthlessness.
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