Dark Souls Remastered

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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1057 Ratings

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  1. Khinzer
    Jan 6, 2022
    10
    Legendary game, the one that started my journey through fromsoftware games.
  2. Volphied
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    El primer juego en 3D que se siente un "metroidvania" por el diseño del mapa...Libertad para ir dónde te salga de los pies. Tiene un OST espectacular, personajes y jefes carismáticos. El primer "Souls" de muchos y pese a ser el primero me parece de los mejores.
  3. C4NAB1Sx
    Jan 27, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. gggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffff… Expand
  4. namelessrequiem
    Feb 8, 2022
    10
    10/10 amazing game, even though the remaster is supposed to be bad, as a new player i enjoyed it
  5. Wimzy
    Feb 14, 2022
    9
    Truly the best way to get new fans interested in the souls games I advise people pick this up now
  6. Jonny123
    Jul 29, 2023
    10
    After putting a lot of time, effort and frustration into it and playing other From Soft titles there is actually an outstanding game with a great atmosphere and fantastic gameplay hidden underneath a huge pile of annoyances like clunky menus, lack of modern features and unexplained mechanics.

    For casuals I'd strongly recommend to just play a more fun and accessible modern PC game like    After putting a lot of time, effort and frustration into it and playing other From Soft titles there is actually an outstanding game with a great atmosphere and fantastic gameplay hidden underneath a huge pile of annoyances like clunky menus, lack of modern features and unexplained mechanics.

    For casuals I'd strongly recommend to just play a more fun and accessible modern PC game like god of war any day or (if you are dedicated) to start your From Soft journey with Elden Ring.

    For people who are intrigued by From Soft games this is another fantastic title to spend hundreds of hours on. If I had to pick one "genre" to play for the rest of my live it would be From Soft titles - for me their gameplay and atmosphere is just unmatched. These aren't normal games this is art. I can't even tell which one I like the most because they are all playing in another league than any other game I have played over the last 30 years. And for that they deserve a 10.    … Expand
  7. Du7Ra
    Feb 16, 2022
    10
    It was elected the best game of all time for a reason. The best gameplay that you can find is right here. And thank god the fps is fixed.
  8. Vitorlgdm1
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Foi o primerio souls-like que consegui zerar, e com certeza é um dos melhores jogos que já joguei, nunca esquecerei quando cheguei em anor londo e vi aquela linda cidade, onde toda a população ja deixara de existir, se tornando um lugar extremamente belo, mas vazio.
  9. HenriKracoviac
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    É um jogo maravilhoso, é o melhor mapa de toda a saga, tudo está bem conectado e a história é maravilhosa de se acompanhar.
  10. JorgeTrevoso
    Feb 27, 2022
    8
    EU MATEI O ORNSTEIN E O SMAUGH PORRA!!!!!!! EU MATEEEEEI!!!!!!!! EEEEEEEEEU! EU! MATEI O GORDO E O MAGRO CARALHO! MATEEEEEEEEEI!!!!!! poggers
  11. Shedfreak
    Feb 28, 2022
    9
    You must play Dark Souls at least one time in your life, there's nothing like it.
    This Remaster doesn't really shine for graphical upgrades compared to the vanilla version with the mod DSfix but the improvements regarding the online system are big and quite important, the remaster is far more balanced and functional compared to the original, if you enjoy co-op and PvP without mods this is    You must play Dark Souls at least one time in your life, there's nothing like it.
    This Remaster doesn't really shine for graphical upgrades compared to the vanilla version with the mod DSfix but the improvements regarding the online system are big and quite important, the remaster is far more balanced and functional compared to the original, if you enjoy co-op and PvP without mods this is the best version to get.    … Expand
  12. Galaron
    Mar 6, 2022
    8
    Intro:
    * This review is based on the updates of the game featured in the Remastered version (2018)
    * If it wasn’t obvious, this review doesn’t take into consideration the impact that the game had on the industry or the internet in general Pro: + The first half of the game is near perfection + Huge amount of possible and viable builds + Starting class is just a “starting point” and    Intro:
    * This review is based on the updates of the game featured in the Remastered version (2018)
    * If it wasn’t obvious, this review doesn’t take into consideration the impact that the game had on the industry or the internet in general

    Pro:
    + The first half of the game is near perfection
    + Huge amount of possible and viable builds
    + Starting class is just a “starting point” and it doesn’t preclude anything in the rest of the game
    + Absolutely amazing level design and areas interconnection in the first half
    + Various weapons’ moveset
    + Good game balance
    + Really good lore
    + Good division on the amount of mandatory and optional areas and bosses
    + Extremely good cohesion between gameplay and narrative
    + Beating adversities awards the player with souls, shortcuts or good equipment
    + Incredibly balanced combat system
    + Most of enemies’ moveset is clear and they have both the possibility to be learned by heart and/or to react by instinct
    + The game can be faced through many possible paths
    + It is possible to beat every boss and area both by pure skill (even at level 1) and by farming becoming over-leveled
    + Good world and environmental design
    + The game allows for a way to recuperate lost key items due to bugs and also to return to a safe place (in case of bugged geodatas) by using an item or by exiting and re-entering the game
    + Visual clues for every trap
    + Possibility to cooperate in order to face areas and bosses with other players or, if played offline, NPCs
    + Features in-game the possibility to play offline
    + Finishing NPCs quests in different ways leads to different rewards
    + Great attention to details

    Cons:
    - One of the worst tutorials I’ve ever seen in modern games, with many important information completely missing
    - Most of the second half of the game is extremely bad in terms of level design (with basically no interconnection between areas), enemies and bosses
    - The lack of a weapon evolution tree makes pretty complex to know what you need to obtain a certain power up of a weapon
    - Ordering in menus is by category and alphabetically, but based on japanese names, thus not making any sense in other languages
    - No possibility to pause the game even when playing offline
    - No possibility to save and reload as you want
    - The game doesn’t give clear path directions to new players
    - Inconsistencies in what a button does in the different menus
    - Sometimes, hidden affordance
    - Some actions don’t have a good feedback (like the crow’s nest)
    - Some geodatas really suck (I’m looking at you, Great Hollow)
    - Understanding how to enter the DLC without a guide is an extreme challenge on its own
    - NG+ starts automatically after defeating the final boss
    - Some characters’ quests have terrible triggers, which may lead to losing their entire quest
    - The effect of certain items is not disclosed anywhere, not even in their description
    - A few but annoying bugs

    Miscellanous:
    * If it’s your first Souls-like, it requires time to understand the mechanics and how to play well and proceed in the game, because even though it looks like any other action game, the truth is that it’s in a totally different category of its own.
    * No difficulty settings, but it’s mitigated by the possibility to make the game easier by farming/grinding or harder by playing with certain self–made challenges
    * If played on computer, there is the possibility to use mods to fix certain problems of the game and enhance the experience    … Expand
  13. KermitTheReview
    Mar 22, 2022
    10
    I haven't had a chance to play the first dark soul yet, so for me, it's a good game. After finishing Dark soul III, I immediately bought Dark Soul I, and I like it. The plot and especially the map design made me feel impressed, and after the battle with Gwyn with the legendary theme song, I am sure that this is a masterpiece of From.
  14. Targaryen006
    Jan 26, 2023
    8
    Story
    -Main story 4/5
    -Side Quests 3/5
    -Story Direction 2/5
    -side characters 1/5
    Gameplay
    -Controls(controller) good
    -Combat 5/5
    -map 5/5
    difficult 3/5
    -general gameplay 4/5
    Graphics
    -Environmental design 4/5
    -Animations 4/5
    -optimization5/5
    on record : 86h
  15. Desertstorm
    May 28, 2022
    10
    It's Dark Souls but with better graphics, I think the original was and still is an unmissable landmark unique title that arguably changed the gaming landscape.
  16. k1ra120
    Jun 26, 2022
    9
    A good remake for one of your favorite games. Graphics have become better, FPS is stable, keyboard controls are more convenient. Thanks Fromsoftware
  17. itsmeaagain
    Jun 29, 2022
    10
    Dark Souls combines the interconnected level-design of the world, hard difficulty with the beautiful lore that it’s intricate in it. It offers you a variety of different classes that will focus on which gameplay suits you better and its amazing progression throughout the game, giving you a rewarding feeling when you overcome your difficulties. The gorgeous soundtrack combined withDark Souls combines the interconnected level-design of the world, hard difficulty with the beautiful lore that it’s intricate in it. It offers you a variety of different classes that will focus on which gameplay suits you better and its amazing progression throughout the game, giving you a rewarding feeling when you overcome your difficulties. The gorgeous soundtrack combined with memorable bosses, dungeons and arenas that the game offers, Dark Souls gives you the perfect experience for someone that loves RPGs with environmental storytelling, with a huge lore foundation in each zone and boss arenas. Remains my favourite Dark Souls game of all time and it makes you feel like you start to connect the missing plot on the final of the game. Dark Souls is a 2011’s game but the well thought level design and different environments throughout the game makes it a game ahead of its time.… Expand
  18. Tokson83sky
    Jun 27, 2022
    9
    One of the best games ever made. Not much else to say here.
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  19. GeckoMaBoi
    Jan 11, 2023
    9
    Dark Souls' world and progression is unlike any other game and works so well in every way. The same cannot be said for the second half unfortunately, which feels rushed and nowhere near as jam packed with content as the first half. Nevertheless its an amazing game.
  20. TheDuner13
    Aug 6, 2022
    10
    goooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood
  21. Danvie
    Oct 5, 2022
    9
    Самое то, чтобы порелаксировать после хуёвого дня.
  22. coso132
    Oct 16, 2022
    10
    This review is for dark souls 1, not the remaster itself.
    Most people who buy dark souls 1 are going to get the remastered version and might get offput by low scores which are only addressing the remaster and not the game experience in general.
    Dark souls is probably the most important and influential game of the 2010s, the originality of its features put together are so well mixed that    This review is for dark souls 1, not the remaster itself.
    Most people who buy dark souls 1 are going to get the remastered version and might get offput by low scores which are only addressing the remaster and not the game experience in general.
    Dark souls is probably the most important and influential game of the 2010s, the originality of its features put together are so well mixed that a new genre was created, that being the "souls-like" genre.
    While this game is so amazing, it has many technical problems, which are easily ignored if a fan of the genre or quite determined, but if not, then this game isnt the best game to start with the soulsborne games, instead, if you want to start, you should look into dark souls 3 or elden ring    … Expand
  23. Alessandro12
    Oct 26, 2022
    10
    el mejor puto juego de la historia me vale verga lo que me digáis viva el porno furro
  24. Joe2539
    Jan 2, 2023
    10
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  25. Yousef15
    Mar 18, 2023
    8
    نص اللعبة الأول حلو الين تدق الجرسين ويطيح مستوى اللعبة
    اغلب الزعماء عاديين جدا وقليلين الصعبين والممتعين
    بس لسه ممتعة اللعبة وتجربه جميله
  26. Beatsaberzzz
    Jan 31, 2023
    9
    This is a great game that will test your patience and will give you the upmost satisfaction (in more ways than one when you get to the blight town boss) when beating that tough boss. Great PC port and would recommend to anyone who is really trying to get their moneys worth when it comes to hours you are going to put into the game.
  27. Skylllex
    Feb 1, 2023
    10
    Basically Dark Souls 1, just prettier. Amazing level design, lore and especially gameplay, an iconic masterpiece that started a new gaming genre. Not the best Remaster by any means, but better than nothing.
  28. IKIE66
    Feb 1, 2023
    10
    The absolute GOAT. It's not the best remaster but the base game alone is so great. If you don't already own the original, this is the optimal way to play it.
  29. Naked_Snakee
    Apr 7, 2023
    8
    Just text (crutch) to save the game to the list. Such things. Maybe I'll do a review later.
  30. GhostlyMenace
    Apr 27, 2023
    10
    One of the greatest games ever created. What some people miss about video games is that they're mainly about action not the writing. You can make your own inferences about the world presented in Dark Souls without the pointless exposition that's found in some video games, hence the writing of the game is brilliant.

    Be warned Dark Souls is not for the faint of heart, its known for its    One of the greatest games ever created. What some people miss about video games is that they're mainly about action not the writing. You can make your own inferences about the world presented in Dark Souls without the pointless exposition that's found in some video games, hence the writing of the game is brilliant.

    Be warned Dark Souls is not for the faint of heart, its known for its difficulty.    … Expand
  31. daRkjEAN
    May 1, 2023
    10
    A masterpiece! I've never seen anything better. Perfect! The fight is perfect, the bosses are perfect. I am very satisfied. I love it.
  32. Sr_Chims
    Jun 15, 2023
    9
    La historia es buenísima, además que la cuentan de una forma no directa es simplemente perfecta, la jugabilidad creo que es una de las mejores de un videojuego, la dificultad es perfecta es desafiante y por alguna razón cada vez que pierdes te dan muchas ganas de seguir adelante. los enemigos más específicamente en los 'bosses' son exelentes!. lo que si el remaster no está del todo bienLa historia es buenísima, además que la cuentan de una forma no directa es simplemente perfecta, la jugabilidad creo que es una de las mejores de un videojuego, la dificultad es perfecta es desafiante y por alguna razón cada vez que pierdes te dan muchas ganas de seguir adelante. los enemigos más específicamente en los 'bosses' son exelentes!. lo que si el remaster no está del todo bien opnimisado pero eso es lo de menos.… Expand
  33. malek_the_first
    Aug 29, 2023
    10
    the 60 fps make this game more accessible than before and the graphics upgrade are also a good point
  34. Midoo
    Jul 21, 2023
    10
    One of the most enjoyable games I’ve ever picked up! The level design, the learning curve, the progression and feel of achievement! It’s a true masterpiece!
  35. Guskica
    Jul 22, 2023
    10
    Absolutely loved the game. It was my first souls game and a nice introduction to the series. I did feel a bit empty after finishing it. I was like ''this is it?''. I mean the game was so fun and cool but the ending was abruptly cut. It was missing something, but I don't know what. Would've given it a point less but
    plin plin plon
  36. Seathate
    Aug 21, 2023
    10
    Souls'u konseptinin gerçek potansiyelini ortaya çıkartan ilk oyun. Dark Souls gerçek anlamda bir başyapıt, bosslarıyla, kombat mekanikleri ile, harita tasarımıyla piksel piksel işlenmiş bir oyun.
  37. ZeparAeterna
    Aug 1, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. No comment about the quality of the port.

    1st half was 10/10, but after Anor Londo, the level design and boss quality dropped quite significantly.

    Diffiiculty scaling was all over the place in the 2nd half too, therefore 7/10.

    DLC was kind of lazy, just an asset flip of Darkroot Basin, but the bosses more than made up for it, so 8/10.

    Overall: 8/10    … Expand
  38. Eyean
    Aug 5, 2023
    9
    One of the best designed worlds in gaming, the interconnectivity of the areas is unmatched by every game that came after it. Unfortunately, after Anor Londo the game takes a nosedive into mediocrity until the amazing ending.
  39. Emilio200
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
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  40. Gtxplosion
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    10/10 one of the best games ever made. Music, atmosphere, gameplay, lore and everything overall a top-tier game.
  41. Shely
    Sep 5, 2023
    9
    I can easily say that the game is far above the average in general. In my opinion, it is at the top of my masterpiece list. But in my opinion…. Because the game doesn’t really appeal to everyone. You have the possibility to leave the game for the first 1 hour, you have the possibility to play for 10 hours without interruption. I would like to give a little tip for the newcomers to theI can easily say that the game is far above the average in general. In my opinion, it is at the top of my masterpiece list. But in my opinion…. Because the game doesn’t really appeal to everyone. You have the possibility to leave the game for the first 1 hour, you have the possibility to play for 10 hours without interruption. I would like to give a little tip for the newcomers to the game. Because if someone had given me this tip before I started the game, I would have been much less nervous while playing the game. Start the game with pyromancy and improve on the magic feature. I can talk for hours about this game and I want to talk. But what I want more than talk is my desire to stop writing as soon as possible and return to the game. Although I have finished it many times, I am dying to experience the same tension over and over.
    for full review: https://medium.com/@shelyshelly20/dark-souls-d17f5879cc63    … Expand
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#32 Best PC Game of 2018
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#14 Most Discussed PC Game of 2018

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Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. PLAY! Zine
    Jul 18, 2018
    85
    Remastered edition is mostly made for new players, but it is still Dark Souls, one of the best action RPG-s in history.
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  2. Jeuxvideo.com
    Jun 23, 2018
    80
    This Dark Souls Remastered targets people who played the original game on console, or the ones who never played it before. It’s still one of a kind game, but this remastered version is definitely too lazy.
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  3. The Overpowered Noobs
    Jun 21, 2018
    60
    Dark Souls: Remastered can almost barely be considered a remastered title for PC gamers and, while it provides some increase in graphics and quality of life improvements, these additions are largely negligible unless you’re a dedicated multiplayer fan. Despite this fact, Dark Souls is still an amazing game that is worth playing through more than once, and there’s a lot here for gamers who’ve never played through the first title in the Souls series.
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