Dark Souls: Artorias of the Abyss

 PlayStation 3
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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 116 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 4 out of 116
  3. Negative: 13 out of 116

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  1. mdouglas
    Oct 30, 2012
    10
    I don't particularly like the new bosses -- they are quick and jumpy, and I'm guessing this is partially due to pressure to make the game more "action packed" or something of the sort from some executive not completely familiar with this game's mechanics. Because in this game you deal with quick and jumpy by just locking on and holding block, and then waiting for an opening. So to someI don't particularly like the new bosses -- they are quick and jumpy, and I'm guessing this is partially due to pressure to make the game more "action packed" or something of the sort from some executive not completely familiar with this game's mechanics. Because in this game you deal with quick and jumpy by just locking on and holding block, and then waiting for an opening. So to some extent, there is a lot of sound and fury, signifying nothing. But this gets a ten anyway, some people might like the new bosses, and I can definitely appreciate that they have graphics and animation that is better than anything else in the game. Also, there aren't any bad spots like there are in the main game (Bed of Chaos, I'm looking at you.) But note that access to the dlc comes later in the game -- my advice is wait until you are at the start of duke's archives before deciding whether or not you want it, because you can't access this content until that point (essentially not until you place the lordvessel, since it is very much at the beginning of duke's archives.) But if you are at that point, you probably already love this game, so go ahead and treat yourself to a nice variety of levels, and bosses that are definitely different from all the arch demons that you are dealing with at this point in the game.… Expand
  2. Robo11
    Dec 26, 2014
    6
    Overall a good quality DLC installment with gameplay on par with the original game. However, like a lot of DLC, it doesn't really add much to the overall experience and is somewhat clumsily implemented both in terms of it's narrative (Time travel?.... seriously?) and in how you access it (more on that later). The first zone of the DLC is particularly weak as it is basically a re-skin of aOverall a good quality DLC installment with gameplay on par with the original game. However, like a lot of DLC, it doesn't really add much to the overall experience and is somewhat clumsily implemented both in terms of it's narrative (Time travel?.... seriously?) and in how you access it (more on that later). The first zone of the DLC is particularly weak as it is basically a re-skin of a zone from the vanilla game with re-skinned enemies from the Vanilla game. Thankfully the rest of the DLC is 'true' original content with some interesting levels, enemies and bosses.

    Finally, while the Souls series is famous for it's nebulous approach to a lot of aspects of it's lore, mechanics etc... the process for accessing the DLC is needlessly obscure, so much so that it further accentuates its 'tacked-on' nature. This means that you will almost certainly miss it entirely unless you have consulted an online guide on how, when and where to access it.    … Expand
  3. TheDarkSoul
    Oct 30, 2012
    10
    Great new difficulty spike, hard to fault in the slightest. New areas and boss battles scream originality and thought, and PVP is finally everything I could've wanted it to be! Its just a shame it isn't longer!
  4. aspentitan
    Jul 28, 2014
    4
    I think Dark Souls is a fantastic game so I hope you take the time to read my review on this DLC and why I believe it deserves a 4 rating. First off, I have not even played the DLC so how am I writing this review? Well, its because I'm playing the normal game right now and trying to invade other peoples worlds and what do I discover? That players who played this DLC can get some armor thatI think Dark Souls is a fantastic game so I hope you take the time to read my review on this DLC and why I believe it deserves a 4 rating. First off, I have not even played the DLC so how am I writing this review? Well, its because I'm playing the normal game right now and trying to invade other peoples worlds and what do I discover? That players who played this DLC can get some armor that online you cannot hit.......so how fair is that? This is just commercialization and greed to offer such an advantage to those willing to buy with real money such a cheapskate advantage in a game that is considered the opposite: that being cruel but fair......So it may be just me and it may be a matter of principle but I don't believe in todays society you should be able to fork out some extra money and get such a crazy advantage by participating in such sleezyness. This ruins the game for me. In my opinion DLC should just be that and the main most important features should be winnable within the main game. To have to subscribe to further purchases to remain competitive is not a great way to keep players happy such as me who find this really rediculous and lame to the point I have to say it ruins the game and deserves a 4 rating therefore. Im sure the creatures and all that ect offline is great but the fact that this DLC creates online mismatches breaks the game. No way will any company lure me into spending more of my real life money in such a half scam.… Expand
  5. Makaveli
    Oct 24, 2012
    10
    All I can say is that it expands on something that was already great. Worth every penny. New Bosses,New Areas,New Weapons New Characters..... What's not to like? Most Devs these days release DLC that offers so little but for more price. This is a must buy if you love the Souls series :) The Expansion will cost $14.99.
    You will not be disappointed.
  6. DreadLordAvatar
    Feb 17, 2014
    9
    Best game made on console even more fantastic. Only downside is that it's still too short even with the additional levels. It offers an incredible action RPG experience. Can't wait for DS2 CE on March 11.
  7. SGT_HAM
    Mar 19, 2014
    10
    Best DLC ever. full with content. new weapons, areas, bosses, and anything else. totally shows you the big picture of this game. a must play. its not a side story thing. no. this is a main story part that needs to be played. nice level design. awesome overall. worth the name of Dark Souls DLC
  8. mrnice
    Dec 1, 2014
    6
    For those who just want to experience Dark Souls, the four-hour additional quest has little effect on the main game. It seems to largely reuse textures (no crystal cave weirdness here) but has a bunch of inspired enemy designs. The main thing I got out of it was some backstory and a few level-ups. But the level-design and the atmosphere is on par with the main game. Also, the bosses mightFor those who just want to experience Dark Souls, the four-hour additional quest has little effect on the main game. It seems to largely reuse textures (no crystal cave weirdness here) but has a bunch of inspired enemy designs. The main thing I got out of it was some backstory and a few level-ups. But the level-design and the atmosphere is on par with the main game. Also, the bosses might be the most challenging of the game, so you don't have to beat them to beat the game.… Expand
  9. Battle
    Nov 4, 2012
    10
    This DLC is what's its all about, so much content in regarding areas,bosses,items, etc. I believe they set the tone for future content. From Software did an amazing job. The only gripe about this beauty is that it came out a year later. If you enjoy playing Dark Souls then you defiantly need to buy this. This is one of the very few DLC's, i do not regret purchasing! Enjoy :D
  10. MaxPayneIsGod
    Mar 26, 2019
    10
    Fantastic DLC, played through it a few years ago.
    The additional lore and NPCs shed more light onto DS complex narrative.
    The new bosses, particularly Artorias and Manus are epic and a hell of a lot of fun.
    If you haven't played it already, you owe it to yourself to do so.
  11. AlexvaderII
    Sep 16, 2020
    10
    Un grandioso DLC que amplia la historia de Dark Souls y que para mi es bastante emotiva, aquí encontraremos mas enemigos, mas jefes, mas armas y mas NPC's. En fin confíen en mi y jueguen a este contenido el cual es un gran añadido. No comento mas porque no quiero dar Spoilers.
  12. nurfedx
    Oct 30, 2021
    10
    One of the best Games known to mankind.
    From Software is a safe heaven for the Gaming community.
    Especially in times where big Developers dissapiont us with theyr fraudulent intent.
    Praise the sun!
  13. MasterMoonfire
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Dark Souls: Artorias of the Abyss is a great addition to Dark Souls and one of the best video game DLCs of all time.
    Artorias of the Abyss sends the player back in time to Oolacile with new locations, new bosses and enemies, new NPCs, new items and equipment, and a new competitive Arena Mode.

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