Bloodborne

 PlayStation 4
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Mar 24, 2015
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  1. snakeknuckle
    Apr 24, 2015
    10
    Amazing game, this game does things most games never do. First you have to get to the first boss before you can go co-op (unless you go a crazy unrecommened route). BUT THIS GAMES FUN DONT COME FROM THAT, know it comes from dying in the most **** ways possible; falling off elevators, falling when you thought elevators were there, getting on elevators and rolling off,..... basicly ive hadAmazing game, this game does things most games never do. First you have to get to the first boss before you can go co-op (unless you go a crazy unrecommened route). BUT THIS GAMES FUN DONT COME FROM THAT, know it comes from dying in the most **** ways possible; falling off elevators, falling when you thought elevators were there, getting on elevators and rolling off,..... basicly ive had bad times with the elevators... also as i was writing this i was invaded… Expand
  2. Shako
    May 4, 2015
    10
    Best ever, I hate the game at the beginning. But now can’t stop playing. I bought 3 games at the same time, Dragon Age, FarCry, but keep on return to Blooborn. Must try !!
  3. Master_oli
    May 14, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is the best game I have ever played!!!! It's fantastic gameplay blew me away. It's city's are a mystery and there are many hard places to go. This game has a vast variety of enemies to fight. All the NPCS have a tale to there name, say one wrong thing and you could find them dead somewhere. From the amazing graphics to the outstanding gameplay I vote this game a 10 and highly recommend this to anyone. You'll have hours on end of fun… Expand
  4. avlived
    May 18, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I've played many a game, being from the original playstation generation, but this game once understood is an absolute gem! One of the best games I have ever played. Mega hard, ages to complete, loads of game play (hours after hour). Play the game, power up and enjoy and occasionally help others. GREAT!|… Expand
  5. enforcer01
    May 20, 2015
    10
    There are few perfect games. But Bloodborne is perfect. Other than that, there is nothing to say. If you have PS4 but haven't got this game yet, shame on you.
  6. EHansen14
    Jun 1, 2015
    9
    From Software delivers yet again with Bloodborne. In this review, I give my opinions and ratings on the following: Gameplay, Story, Sound, Graphics, Last Impressions. This is followed by my final score.

    Gameplay: 10/10 - Bloodborne plays similarly to the Souls' series. This time around things are a little faster and the game attempts to force you into being a more aggressive player    From Software delivers yet again with Bloodborne. In this review, I give my opinions and ratings on the following: Gameplay, Story, Sound, Graphics, Last Impressions. This is followed by my final score.

    Gameplay: 10/10
    - Bloodborne plays similarly to the Souls' series. This time around things are a little faster and the game attempts to force you into being a more aggressive player with the new healing system on counterattacks. The combat is fluid and responsive. When you die, and you will die, you know it was your fault and not an error in the mechanics/controls.

    Story: 6.5/10
    - Bloodborne doesn't really give you much in terms of story, but if you played previous Souls' games you know the story is more in the lore, rather than being delivered in the game itself. You do get some sense of what's going on by talking to NPC's and watching the few cutscenes, but you can easily find yourself just killing monsters without actually knowing if there is a meaning behind what you're doing or not.

    Sound: 8.5/10
    - The sound in this game is very good. Much of the music is soft yet creepy, which suits the world and art design of the game very well. You hear the effectiveness of every slash, and visceral attacks have a brutal sound to go along with the devastating look. NPC voice acting is all done effectively, but can at times become dry and difficult to understand.

    Graphics: 9/10
    - The world looks absolutely excellent. Whether inspecting objects close up or looking far into the distance and landmarks you were previously at, the graphics do not disappoint. The gothic art style was something I loved personally, and really makes you feel as if Yharnam is not a place you'd want to be in for too long. The monster design is excellent and you can expect to see some terrifying and astounding enemies throughout your journey.

    Last Impressions
    - Bloodborne delivers in every way I was hoping it would. If you were a fan of Demon Souls/Dark Souls, you can expect to be a fan of this game. From start to finish it feels like a From Software game. Mechanics and gameplay are similar to the Souls' series, and Souls' veterans will find themselves getting used to this game quickly. Bloodborne isn't for everyone. It can be frustrating at times, but can also prove rewarding, if you're willing to give the time and effort to make it through the tough areas.

    Final Score: 9/10    … Expand
  7. psychitout
    Jun 3, 2015
    10
    I'll be honest I hated this game for the first 20 minutes I played it. This game does not hold your hand AT ALL!! you are dropped into the game with no weapons, a basic rundown on the controls and left to your own devices. Then after dying over and over again from ultra strong enemies I looked up a tutorial online just to explain to me how to play the thing. Once I learned how to actuallyI'll be honest I hated this game for the first 20 minutes I played it. This game does not hold your hand AT ALL!! you are dropped into the game with no weapons, a basic rundown on the controls and left to your own devices. Then after dying over and over again from ultra strong enemies I looked up a tutorial online just to explain to me how to play the thing. Once I learned how to actually play it however, that hatred went away and I absolutly fell in love with this game. The graphics are breathtaking, the gameplay is tight and intense. The combat system especilly shines when going up against other players online, every fight feels like a test of not just your characters level but your skills as a player. Every single bit of this game is engineered and painstakenly tweaked to make you feel truely like an outsider indulging yourself in the first class horror show that is Yharnum. This is not an easy game by any definition but anyone who considers themselves an RPG fan or hardcore gamer would be a fool to pass this game up.… Expand
  8. Brontran
    Jun 6, 2015
    10
    Bloodborn is some of the most fun I've had with a game in recent history.
    I enjoy the creepy atmosphere, the Gothic style aesthetic, and how the world connects back into itself through opening new pathways, doors, and elevators. Making what is essentially a dungeon crawler feel very open.
    I love how the trick weapons offer differing weapon styles within a single weapon; cane whip,    Bloodborn is some of the most fun I've had with a game in recent history.
    I enjoy the creepy atmosphere, the Gothic style aesthetic, and how the world connects back into itself through opening new pathways, doors, and elevators. Making what is essentially a dungeon crawler feel very open.
    I love how the trick weapons offer differing weapon styles within a single weapon; cane whip, Ludwig's bastard sword, twin blades of mercy etc.
    But what I enjoy most is its difficulty style, I love that it requires you to learn what each enemy does, their patterns, their weaknesses, and to exploit them. I am incredibly bored with the plethora of simple games that I can just blitz through without really paying attention or caring.

    The difficulty style is what truly defines this game, and the first fight in it, will define whether this is a game for you.

    I don't know too many games which feel similar to this and I think I will continue to come back to it years later, like I do with Arc the lad :Tots, Baldur's gate, and other great games.    … Expand
  9. Rastaman
    Jun 18, 2015
    10
    I came into this game expecting a difficult hack n' slash RPG horror game. What I didn't expect, was the in depth and fantastic lore, created for Yharnam. It is by far one of my favourite backstories... And the gameplay is just as amazing. Better, in my opinion, than Dark souls, because of its faster pace and the more interesting weapons. If you own a PS4, then this is a mandatory buy.
  10. heatonx23
    Jun 10, 2015
    10
    This has become my all-time favorite game. I never played any of the games in the Dark Souls/Demon Souls series, so like a lot of people I was nervous about the difficulty and learning curve involved in this one. There were definitely times in the first couple areas where frustration would set in and I would swear off playing it any more. But for whatever reason, it's addicting, and afterThis has become my all-time favorite game. I never played any of the games in the Dark Souls/Demon Souls series, so like a lot of people I was nervous about the difficulty and learning curve involved in this one. There were definitely times in the first couple areas where frustration would set in and I would swear off playing it any more. But for whatever reason, it's addicting, and after playing a different game for a few minutes I was already thinking about Bloodborne again. After a while, you get used to the format, gameplay, and strategy, and it just becomes amazing to play. I've gone through the entire game twice now, and I still play it a lot for the chalice dungeons and co-op. Absolutely love Bloodborne. 10/10… Expand
  11. Lepmontog
    Jun 11, 2015
    10
    I know this probably won't get far, but I literally made this account just for this review. The game is simply spectacular, the minimalist story is great, the graphics are better than acceptable, and the risk for reward difficulty system is amazing. The only reason why someone wouldn't like this game is if it's too hard for them to play or finish; that's all that could be notably bad aboutI know this probably won't get far, but I literally made this account just for this review. The game is simply spectacular, the minimalist story is great, the graphics are better than acceptable, and the risk for reward difficulty system is amazing. The only reason why someone wouldn't like this game is if it's too hard for them to play or finish; that's all that could be notably bad about it. But with the difficulty comes great reward, whether it be beating a boss or getting past an area, every moment will fill you with joy. The setting and environment are some of the best ever made, it is not a typical horror game in a sense that there are jump scares and such, but it is more building tension due to the amazing orchestrated soundtracks and sound effects. Also, if you buy this game and finish it, and don't know what the hell the game was about, you've got some serious lore reading to do; because there are plentiful amounts of it, and every part of it is astonishing, how every single character, and every single small thing that you dismissed as a part of the environment would turn out to be some of the most important concepts in the game. But anyway, all in all, do yourself a favour and buy this game; it's simply brilliant.… Expand
  12. bravekunai
    Jun 29, 2015
    10
    Brutal, challenging, an amazing experience from the start to the final battle. Grate soundtrack, amazing boss encounters, unbelievable enemy and environment design, the art direction is epic, you can really feel the world you're playing. Best PS4 game without a doubt.
  13. xGray99
    Jul 4, 2015
    10
    Bloodborne is a must have PS4 exclusive. It blends the horror and difficulty that people have come to expect from a souls game and true next gen graphics and play ability seamlessly. If you own a PS4 this should be top of youre to buy list, granted its difficult but the rewards are perfect.
  14. d0m0chevsky
    Mar 26, 2015
    10
    Perfect Demon's Souls successor and Dark Souls heir, this an exclusive game we waited for (shame that there are not so much of them), but it stil worth it! Level design is awesome as always, enemy design fits perfectly the CIty of Yarham, citizens in the locked houses are sooo atmospheric, weapon system is fresh and cool.
    Frame rate maybe an issue for someone who see difference between 60    Perfect Demon's Souls successor and Dark Souls heir, this an exclusive game we waited for (shame that there are not so much of them), but it stil worth it! Level design is awesome as always, enemy design fits perfectly the CIty of Yarham, citizens in the locked houses are sooo atmospheric, weapon system is fresh and cool.
    Frame rate maybe an issue for someone who see difference between 60 and 45 fps (you surely know this type of persons), but is I still can control your character and you gameplay isn't harmed it's ok. 60 is always the best, but if I have stylish 30 it good for me.
    I will continue my exploration of this magical world, but FROM Software did a great job here, thank you!    … Expand
  15. KratosUnchained
    Mar 25, 2015
    10
    Amazing...just absolutely amazing. This years first GOTY nominee. Bloodborne may be difficult, but it is worth every second of your time spent on it.
  16. QueLub
    Mar 26, 2015
    10
    Best game so far on PS4 and easily the best game to be released on the new consoles. Oh yeah and it actually works.

    I haven't played much of the "Souls" series outside of a couple hours of Dark Souls but this game seems to be a more polished version of those games. Gameplay and graphics are great and they nail the setting, music, and tone. I see a lot of the negative reviews seem to    Best game so far on PS4 and easily the best game to be released on the new consoles. Oh yeah and it actually works.

    I haven't played much of the "Souls" series outside of a couple hours of Dark Souls but this game seems to be a more polished version of those games. Gameplay and graphics are great and they nail the setting, music, and tone. I see a lot of the negative reviews seem to think this game "is hard for the sake of being hard" but I don't see it that way. It is more of a good game design that rewards the player for putting in the effort. Anyone can learn to play this game and be good but I will admit it takes patience early on. Maybe it's not for everyone but the quality and execution of this game deserves a 10.    … Expand
  17. shirogohan
    Mar 26, 2015
    10
    I've played Demon Souls, DS & DS2 –2 or 3 times each (at least)– and yet, the first hours of this game made me think I was getting too old for this stuff. TOO GOOD I'VE PERSISTED! I'm still in the very beginning (just downed the 2nd boss) but I'm already loving it. The mixed weapons are a joy. Love the hammer-sword! My deepest compliments, From Software. Keep up the good work!
  18. cimerians
    Mar 24, 2015
    10
    I've played all the Souls game and this game is my second favorite next to Demons Souls. If your looking for the next Souls game with a twist this is it. The game is a nightmarish horror RPG game with rogue-like elements. You will die a lot so you can learn a lot. As in past Souls games combat is the meat and potatoes of the game and this game takes a more offensive game and makes it evenI've played all the Souls game and this game is my second favorite next to Demons Souls. If your looking for the next Souls game with a twist this is it. The game is a nightmarish horror RPG game with rogue-like elements. You will die a lot so you can learn a lot. As in past Souls games combat is the meat and potatoes of the game and this game takes a more offensive game and makes it even more deadly. Your given everything you need to win and succeed and it's up to you to not screw it up. Mistakes, lack of discipline and ingenuity will get your character killed. The game has a gothic setting with horrific and twisted creatures all their to murder you, the game has creeped me out more than all the horror games like Silent Hill or Resident Evil ever did. Highly recommended for Souls fans and anyone who wants to try a modern rogue-like RPG. A hellish experienced not to be missed!

    Pros - Everything. Combat, controls, music and even when failing....knowing the feeling that you can beat anything the game throws at you regardless. It keeps you playing.

    Cons - The load screens are a bit of a letdown, hopefully a patch down the road can speed things up.    … Expand
  19. luis_matador_1
    Mar 27, 2015
    10
    This game is brutal on all ways. The Best exclusive of PS4. Its awesome!I recommend the game, even to people that don´t like Demons and Dark Souls, because its something diferent, but with a similar feeling, with some modifications!
  20. Zenzukai
    Mar 28, 2015
    10
    This game is exceptional. Back to original Demon's Souls mechanics. Better environments and immersion than Dark Souls 1 or 2 (which were way less fun than original Demon's Souls). This game has brought back the magic that made the first Demon's Souls amazing, and what Dark Souls 1 and 2 severely lacked.

    I have busted a gut laughing at some of the 0 scores. Some people calling it a    This game is exceptional. Back to original Demon's Souls mechanics. Better environments and immersion than Dark Souls 1 or 2 (which were way less fun than original Demon's Souls). This game has brought back the magic that made the first Demon's Souls amazing, and what Dark Souls 1 and 2 severely lacked.

    I have busted a gut laughing at some of the 0 scores. Some people calling it a 'button masher', or a 'cutter cutter'. Then some people complaining about how HARD it is, because all those groups are in the same one, the ones who couldn't make it passed the first 30 minutes. Listen up folks this is how to separate the winners from the losers. If you play games on easy, and 'for the story', go buy Order 1886. It is made for you.

    This game is for gamers.    … Expand
  21. nakacoco
    Mar 26, 2015
    10
    Great combat, customization, level design, online, and re-playability make this a must buy if you have a PS4. I find myself not being able to put this down, and I can see myself investing hundreds of more hours into this game. So yeah buy it, it's worth it.
  22. bugalugz
    Mar 25, 2015
    10
    This is by far the best ps4 game out there im really enjoying even though i die all the time but thats the point of it you just get back on your feet and try again brill game.
  23. rapha1985
    Apr 2, 2015
    10
    Beautiful, bloody and unforgiven.

    Bloodborne is a step forward on Souls series, as it change its combat and pace in favor of a more action oriented combat. Technically its a game more fluid than its predecessors and more beautiful. I'm a longtime fan of Souls franchise and Bloodborne bring back the same sensation of discovery that I felt when played Demon's Souls. If you'are not a    Beautiful, bloody and unforgiven.

    Bloodborne is a step forward on Souls series, as it change its combat and pace in favor of a more action oriented combat. Technically its a game more fluid than its predecessors and more beautiful.

    I'm a longtime fan of Souls franchise and Bloodborne bring back the same sensation of discovery that I felt when played Demon's Souls.

    If you'are not a cry baby that wait for the game to carry you over, Bloodborne is your game.

    Try it once, twice... when you catch the gameplay the game will catch you!    … Expand
  24. Nataraja
    Mar 27, 2015
    10
    Bloodborne is a brutal, dark and immersive game that builds incredible tension with amazing game play. The story, which is told in a very subtle fashion similar to other FROM SOFTWARE games, is deep and rich and is told through multiple methods. The world feels alive. Its as if you are trapped in the mind of Edgar Allen Poe during a nightmare of opium induced terror. The game functionsBloodborne is a brutal, dark and immersive game that builds incredible tension with amazing game play. The story, which is told in a very subtle fashion similar to other FROM SOFTWARE games, is deep and rich and is told through multiple methods. The world feels alive. Its as if you are trapped in the mind of Edgar Allen Poe during a nightmare of opium induced terror. The game functions a bit like survival horror in that items are limited and can become scarce while in the filed. The combat is precise and response and happens at a break neck pace. The most significant issues are the loading screen times, making the inability to succinctly fast travel a huge burden and immersion breaking. Frame rate drops happen at times and can really affect game play, particularly in online sessions of cooperative play or PvP.

    If you have any interest in Bloodborne I highly recommend purchasing it.

    GRAPHICS: Truly the best looking game on the PS4 to date. Incredible detail and textures, the application of cloth physics is amazing, lighting is superb and its a joy to look at.

    SOUND: With only the occasional drop in audio while playing online and a few distance to reception quirks, the sound is fantastic.

    SOUNDTRACK: Amazing, simply amazing. One of the best and most atmospheric soundtracks in any game.

    VOICE ACTING: The voice acting is perfect, well written dialogue that is consistently delivered well.

    STORY: One could play the entire game and only taste a portion of the story if they just want action or you can delve deep into the game and explore every nook and cranny for details. Told in a subtle manner with amazing side quests, the story telling is amazing. Exceptionally well written and well told without many cut scenes. This is some of the strongest story telling yet in gaming.

    GAME PLAY: The game play is amazingly well crafted. The combat is tough, fair and fast with even the simplest of enemies able to exploit a mistake and capitalize on others that follow if you don't recover well. The rally mechanic, a form of limited duration regain, can make you reckless and will kill you, but if done well can make the difference between life and death. The ability to instantly store items when you are full is brilliant and allows for farming of needed items and materials when they get scarce. The refilling of needed items on death from your storage keeps you in the game and willing to take another run at the level.

    GAME DESIGN: The level design is truly remarkable. Secret paths, interesting traps, interconnected and winding levels with adequate lantern (save points) sites creates a feeling of tension and urges you to explore more so you can find that next shortcut. One of the best designed games in a long time. However the choice to always require a return to the Hunters Dream Refuge (hub) and not allow fast travel between check points, coupled with unbearably long loading screens is mystifying choice. This is the only real ding I have for this game. Otherwise I find the title immensely compelling.

    MULTI-PLAYER: Frame rate drops happen later in the game and particularly during online play. This and the loading screens and limited fast travel need to be addressed. Otherwise the cooperative play and PvP is really well executed and a joy to participate in.    … Expand
  25. Santiago101
    Apr 2, 2015
    10
    I can´t fully explain what an amazing game Bloodborne is by writing it down. My advice is that you buy this game and experience by yourself because reviews cannot fully cover such a complex game
  26. Feeder16
    Apr 7, 2015
    10
    Cannot stress how much I am enjoying this game, literally thinking about where I'm next going to go when not playing it. Its the first game since Theme Park, that has had me dreaming about it.

    No one can give this game a 1 even if they think its too hard, there is too much beauty in the game for it to be 1 or less
  27. natetheartist
    Mar 31, 2015
    10
    The bad: a complete lack of player direction/conveyance makes doing simple things like equipping weapons extremely cumbersome for brand new players. Story is confusing at best.

    The good: EVERYTHING. ELSE. PERIOD. This game is GORGEOUS, the combat is stellar, the game is HARD, and when you die you know why - and why it was your fault. It's been a long time since I've gotten CRAVINGS to    The bad: a complete lack of player direction/conveyance makes doing simple things like equipping weapons extremely cumbersome for brand new players. Story is confusing at best.

    The good: EVERYTHING. ELSE. PERIOD.
    This game is GORGEOUS, the combat is stellar, the game is HARD, and when you die you know why - and why it was your fault. It's been a long time since I've gotten CRAVINGS to play a game all day long. Bloodborne nailed it.    … Expand
  28. HenriqueV
    Apr 1, 2015
    10
    Never played a Soul's game before. Decided to give Bloodborne a try for 2 reasons: some reviews saying its more friendly than Soul's series and the fact 2015 started really quite for PS4, so its one of the few games worth a try after 3 months in the year.

    After 4 hours, trying hard to enjoy the game, I decided to give up. "Can't believe I paid full price for a game that I can't play,    Never played a Soul's game before. Decided to give Bloodborne a try for 2 reasons: some reviews saying its more friendly than Soul's series and the fact 2015 started really quite for PS4, so its one of the few games worth a try after 3 months in the year.

    After 4 hours, trying hard to enjoy the game, I decided to give up. "Can't believe I paid full price for a game that I can't play, how can someone enjoy dying every 4 minutes, again and again?". One hour later, somehow I decided to go back. I tried and tried and tried. Now I can say It's one of the best games that I have ever played and I'm glad didn't give up after the initial frustration.

    My advise: the games is not as hard as it seems, its actually hard, but its also fair. Its not a impossible task. You just't need to understand what the game is about. In the beginning of the game you don't know what you are doing, you kill 12 enemies, then die. You might think you need to do that again and again. Actually you don't need to. Every kill counts for you. If you die, you just need to recover your "blood echoes" on the floor, or kill a nearby enemy to get then back. As soon as you understand how the "blood echoes" work, everything makes sense. They are like "coins" that you can use for everything you need" buying armor, weapon, upgrading them and even levelling up. The more you kill, the bigger you be your amount of "blood echoes'.

    Dying is not only a punishment, it might be reward, since when you get your "blood echoes" back from your previously death, probably you add "blood echoes" from your previous life you want to risk killing more enemies. So, all you need to do is to spend you "blood echoes" buying a new set of armor and leveling up. Then you will realize you are getting stronger and stronger, and your confidence will increase. After some hours will realize that those ugly big guys that seemed impossible in the beginning are no match for you. Killing everyone in your path without getting killed is not that impossible. But the games is never easy. Sometimes you will get killed by, what you consider weak enemies. Its your fault, because they are not that weak at all, you must always stay alert or you will die in a silly way. The game always remember you that, if you are killing everyone for fun, its not because the game is easy, its because you are mastering a very difficult game. Thats really satisfying.

    In first hours there is a confusion about being necessary to kill every enemy in your path to the bosses, since there is no "checkpoints" between you and the bosses, only a hundred of deadly enemies. Actually there are checkpoints in form of shortcuts. You can reach the first 2 bosses after seconds if you discovery the right path, and you can ignore the enemies and go through the bosses.

    The gameplay is fluid. Easily the best gameplay in a action RPG ever. Don't get me wrong, but the combat reminds me of Zelda games. Actually Bloodborne reminds me of darker and harder Zelda, a game where the "story" is secondary, and its all about discovering secret paths, killing enemies, slaying bosses and improving your characters abilities.

    Art direction and ambientation are superb, even tough the technical aspects are not that great: frame rate decrease specially in scenarios with lots of fires. There are some poor textures here and there. Sometimes the sound transition between areas are way too abrupt and rough.

    Just like Alien: Isolation, my 2014 game of the year, Bloodborne is nor frustrating or "too difficult". Dying is part of the process and is what makes those games enjoyable. They are a pleasure to play. Its a unique experience. I've never been that happy playing a game since my days of Zelda in my old N64.

    I can't forget to mention abou the online aspect of the game. Its one of the few games who got this right, without forcing players to go co-op or stay online the entire game. you can read other players advise in the whole world. They are really helpful, but the best aspect is the co-op, that are related with the RPG elements. For example, you need a ring bell to call other players help. You can't use this ring bell all the time, and you might end up getting a bad guy trying to kill you instead of a friendly help. There are other ring bells that you can purchase, in order to help others or to kill them in their worlds.

    In my second encounter with the boss Father Gascoigne and asked for help and the boss was dead after one minute. After that, I always help others players to beat bosses, its one of the most fun aspects of the game when you feel you are a deadly and badass hunter and you can help another player who see a boss as a impossible enemy to beat.

    A classic is born.    … Expand
  29. hopefulcynic
    Mar 25, 2015
    9
    An absolute gem and a standard at which future games should be held to.

    Graphics: The graphics are beautiful and the frame rate is consistently smooth. I've been playing this game not stop since it's release and have no complaints here at all. They're not the best graphics I have ever seen, but Bloodborne really takes advantage of the ps4's hardware without sacrificing gameplay.    An absolute gem and a standard at which future games should be held to.

    Graphics: The graphics are beautiful and the frame rate is consistently smooth. I've been playing this game not stop since it's release and have no complaints here at all. They're not the best graphics I have ever seen, but Bloodborne really takes advantage of the ps4's hardware without sacrificing gameplay.

    Gameplay: From Software is known for difficult gameplay that relies more on skill than what gear you have. That's not to say that there's a lack of items, because there's not, but it's refreshing to progress in game because you are getting better not because you're numbers are getting bigger (although bigger numbers do help).

    Combat: The fighting is fast and fluid. The starting weapons I chose were the pistol and sawcleaver (a transforming weapon). In one form my melee was a fast swinging, arching, short range saw, the other form was a long reaching cleaver. While I wielded this weapon in my right hand, I had my pistol in the left. I soon realized this particular pistol was best used defensively. If you time your shot just right you can stun an attacking enemy leaving it open for a deadly riposte ; if you time your shot wrong you'll take some damage off as your target proceeds to eat your face. The firearms serve more purposes, that's just how I choose to use mine. Going shield-less (and you will for a while) keeps you on your guard as you rely on dogging and counter attacks. Any enemy can be beaten; any enemy can destroy you. If you take damage you have a brief amount of time to gain that health back by attacking. Quicksilver bullets can be found or purchased, but the ones you fuse from your own blood do more damage. I could write an essay on the combat alone, but I'll stop here.

    Multiplayer: Summoning other players to die with you is great. Setting a summoning password making it easier to play with friends is fantastic. The problem is that ringing the summoning bell costs an insight point. When it's answered, and another player enters your world, it's worth it. When you spend a point and no one is summoned, it makes you never want to ring that bell again. Points are rewarded through various means, but they can be used for a purpose other than summoning. (I'm not going to spoil that)

    Stability: I'm pretty far into the game and I have encountered only two bugs. I once got stuck in a cart mid roll and a I knocked a mini boss off of a tower and his items fell to an area I couldn't reach. Both of those bugs were fixed by exiting and reloading the game (the items were on the tower when I reloaded).

    Story: From Software has a unique approach to story telling that some love and some hate. You start the game with very little information, but learn more as you progress through the game. The story is a mystery and is up to you to piece it together. To some this adds a sense of curiosity and discovery that makes exploration very engaging. To others they may feel like they're just mindlessly killing things for no reason.

    Cons:
    *Starting with no real information makes stat allocation difficult. You don't really know if you'll want to focus on strength or dexterity (named skill in BB). You have no real idea what arcane is for and if you'll even enjoy the play-style it strengthens. My suggestion is putting points into vitality and endurance while you're figure that stuff out as you'll want health and stamina regardless of your build.

    *I play online because I pity the fool who dares invade my game, but I wish I could turn off messages. Players being able to write messages on the ground warning or advising is a cool idea, but if there's a giant monster that's about to crash through the wall and try to put me in his belly I'd rather that be a surprise. Even if I don't read the messages, seeing 10 messages and 20 bloodstains (bloodstains allow you to see how another player died in that location) in one area is pretty telling.

    *Summoning costing insight even if the summon doesn't work needs to be changed to costing a point only if someone is summoned.

    *Because many items are hidden behind breakable objects, you'll find yourself rolling through everything breakable which breaks immersion a little bit.

    Summary: In my opinion Bloodborne is the best game to release this console generation and deserves every bit of praise it has been receiving. While it's a smart move by Sony to keep this game exclusive, it's really too bad because this is such a unique masterpiece that should be enjoyed by everyone.

    Advice: Do not read guides; this game is much more enjoyable going in blind.    … Expand
  30. KingOfThBigOnes
    Mar 31, 2015
    10
    i cant stop playing this game. i bought a PS4 exclusively for this game and this is the only game i have on my PS4. was worth 400 dollars without a doubt. INCREDIBLE
  31. Kryptiic
    Apr 8, 2015
    10
    Bloodborne is damn near perfect. Great Graphics really bring the world of Yharnam to life. The game is hard, brutal, and long, but in a good way. Exploring every nook and cranny of a game has never been so fun and interesting. The sense of discovery in Bloodborne is unmatched by any other game. Every new area is more interesting to explore than the last and the Tons of different monstersBloodborne is damn near perfect. Great Graphics really bring the world of Yharnam to life. The game is hard, brutal, and long, but in a good way. Exploring every nook and cranny of a game has never been so fun and interesting. The sense of discovery in Bloodborne is unmatched by any other game. Every new area is more interesting to explore than the last and the Tons of different monsters and enemies keep it fresh and exciting, I have seen so many different monsters in the game and all of them are unique, with different strategies for each monster and some Genuinely terrifying monster design. I am speechless. Bloodborne is the best the PS4 has to offer. It is a Masterpiece that I just can't get enough of.… Expand
  32. Dhane
    Mar 31, 2015
    10
    Just dropping by to give this another 10/10. If you've played the previous Souls games you know what to expect. In terms of game concepts and difficulty this game does not wander far from its predecessors. For new players it might be intimidating though. Bloodborne is not for the faint of heart, but will surely reward those willing to get their behinds handed to them more times than theyJust dropping by to give this another 10/10. If you've played the previous Souls games you know what to expect. In terms of game concepts and difficulty this game does not wander far from its predecessors. For new players it might be intimidating though. Bloodborne is not for the faint of heart, but will surely reward those willing to get their behinds handed to them more times than they can count.… Expand
  33. KyleBleser
    Mar 25, 2015
    9
    NOTE: Review in Progress

    Never played the Dark Souls games. Bloodborne is very challenging but fighting and dodge mechanics are very responsive and smooth. I found this game quite easy to get a handle of. I can see people who rarely play video games of this genre struggling with this game so maybe not entirely the casual players taste. BUT for those who have taken so many tries to    NOTE: Review in Progress

    Never played the Dark Souls games. Bloodborne is very challenging but fighting and dodge mechanics are very responsive and smooth. I found this game quite easy to get a handle of. I can see people who rarely play video games of this genre struggling with this game so maybe not entirely the casual players taste. BUT for those who have taken so many tries to beat a boss....kinda sad. I've managed to beat the first boss (cleric beast) on 2nd try and Father Gascoigne on 1st attempt. Challenging, yes, but manageable, of course. It does not take long to notice patterns in enemies and find quick methods to dispatch them. Advice: Dodge until you grow accustomed to these patterns.

    Anyways, game is definitely worth the money IF you appreciate the genre and gothic brutal-ness of storytelling. Cons: Framerate is not great for the faster paced fighting. Long load times, but I find this more of a reason not to die haha. And kind of a thin variety of gear early on so far.    … Expand
  34. xBolognaP0nyx
    Mar 30, 2015
    10
    We live in a day and age where we shoot, die, re spawn and repeat. A fast paced world that in all honesty doesn't take a lot of patience and skill to progress. Even the worst of players can eventually level up to get better gear to be more efficient. I played Demon's and Dark Souls back in the midst of the top FPS game wars for a change and realized I didn't have the patience to play thoseWe live in a day and age where we shoot, die, re spawn and repeat. A fast paced world that in all honesty doesn't take a lot of patience and skill to progress. Even the worst of players can eventually level up to get better gear to be more efficient. I played Demon's and Dark Souls back in the midst of the top FPS game wars for a change and realized I didn't have the patience to play those games. For lack of better words, they kicked my A** pretty bad. Fast forward to 2015 and here comes Bloodborne. I didn't realize it was from the same makers as Demon's and Dark Souls until the day the game came out. I was hesitant to play unsure if I'd even like it from my past experience with these types of games. Now I heard that this was more forgiving than its predecessors but does still hold a challenge. I put my first full weekend into the game and I will say I died a lot. I expected that but, I died a lot more than I thought I would. Like a lot a lot. I started hating it again but I took a break from it, took a breath and came back and died some more. Eventually I did what I read in every review, study. Study your enemy or they will kill you. After a full weekend and making a pretty good distance into the game I can't put it down. There is a sense of accomplishment when you finally get past that one part. I even had to look online for some hinters and I still died. Bottom line is, if you want a game where you'll die and feel good about coming out on top this is your game. This game has purpose and substance. Its not just some game you pop in and run through while on a cackle fest. Bring your A game. Oh yeah, it also helps that the scenery, characters, etc look gorgeous. Occasional frame rate issues and yes the horrible load times. Look at them as time to breath I almost feel it was intentional so you don't cry by dying as fast as much. I think I'll even pick up Dark Souls 2 when it comes out on PS4 with my new found appreciation for this genre.… Expand
  35. muhad
    Apr 3, 2015
    10
    uh,okay this game although not played thrilling awesome fantastic really i wish i had it,but common a villager is so awesome the game is perfect the way it is, if i was a critic i could have given it 94 cause common guys, blood borne thrilling may sorry do not take this as rude but i just cant see how any body wont like the game? it is blood borne for crying out common you gotta, like i amuh,okay this game although not played thrilling awesome fantastic really i wish i had it,but common a villager is so awesome the game is perfect the way it is, if i was a critic i could have given it 94 cause common guys, blood borne thrilling may sorry do not take this as rude but i just cant see how any body wont like the game? it is blood borne for crying out common you gotta, like i am sure i will but common dot be too ju… Expand
  36. ChristopherKK
    Apr 3, 2015
    10
    Incredible, I beat the game and immediately wanted to beat it again on new game plus, I have played every souls game but I consider this one to be the best because of the much improved combat system and incredible atmosphere and boss designs, best game I have played in 10 years.
  37. fate3439
    Apr 8, 2015
    10
    I am totally new to souls game, so I will share my point of view as a brand new beginner. I hesitated for 3 days before I buy this game because I know it is challenging. First of all, this game is NOT easy, but I never found it too hard to play. It is entertaining hard and as a beginner, I enjoy the challenge. The learning curve of this game is really reasonable, you will become veryI am totally new to souls game, so I will share my point of view as a brand new beginner. I hesitated for 3 days before I buy this game because I know it is challenging. First of all, this game is NOT easy, but I never found it too hard to play. It is entertaining hard and as a beginner, I enjoy the challenge. The learning curve of this game is really reasonable, you will become very decent at the game after 10 hours gameplay.

    Second, this game is a master piece. It will definitely have the similar glory as god of war 3 and assassin's creed 2. The dark atmosphere, the architecture, the art design, they are breath holding. The fight and the move set of your hunter and weapons are really amazing and realistic. Just take a look at the visceral attack system and you will find it cool as hell. You are fighting as a skilled hunter, not a dumb super hero.

    Finally, there is VERY RICH lore in this game. You will become fascinated by the deep background of bloodborne.

    However, if you want to play a game that can be beaten relative mindlessly without re-trying and thinking, this game is definitely not for you. If you are new to souls game and are interested in this game but hesitating for its challenge, just buy it ! The reason you hesitate now will become the main point that you enjoy the game so much afterwards.    … Expand
  38. Rafaelqa
    Mar 25, 2015
    10
    It's brilliant , amazing, extremely satisfying and even mind blowing sometimes. The level design it's perfect, multiple ways all interconnected, a lot of creepy places and monsters that will give you nightmares, a fast paced combat, that is close, but feels very very different from the rest of the souls series... I think I'm in love, this game...it surpassed all my expectations.
  39. Catolic_Gamer
    Mar 25, 2015
    10
    Esse jogo é frustrante, é irritante, é assustador, é punitivo, mas a satisfação que você tem ao vencer um desafio, você não encontra em nenhum outro game. Compra obrigatória! Abraços e fiquem com Deus!
  40. rusology
    Mar 25, 2015
    10
    Not a big fan of the Soul series but i seem to love this game. Fights are smooth and connected. Level design is spot on. Weapons although not many, is fun and engaging. Storyline follows the footsteps of the Soul series, being vague, mysterious and dark.
  41. rundje
    Mar 26, 2015
    10
    Here it is! the CROWN piece of the PS4.
    Beautiful game! a MUST BUY for all ps4 users!
    This is going to be a good contender for the game of the year.
    true gem of the next gen console games!
  42. JuliusSmith
    Apr 8, 2015
    10
    Bloodborne will make you cry like a baby, scream for your mother and swear like a irshmen, this is the most excruciatingly fun game on the PS4, it is a true gem and I highly recommend you get it.
  43. SgtJames82
    Mar 25, 2015
    10
    Yes my life is over! Or is it just truly beginning. No I died again, its over. Anger, Joy, Suspense, Fear! The game is beautiful and the mechanics are smooth and familiar.
  44. zZInsaneZz
    Mar 24, 2015
    10
    The game is amazing, way better than i was expecting, the best ps4 game so far! I'm not a hardcore gamer, but this game got me and now I'm working but thinking in going home ASAP!
  45. Rad_kills
    Mar 24, 2015
    10
    "Where Dark Souls is a heavily armored battle of creatures slugging away at one another, Bloodborne is a twitchy, naked knife fight to the death." IGN

    This describes Bloodborne to a T. This intricate dance of ducking, rolling, and sidestepping to slay your enemies with a well timed execution rewards you in a shower of satisfying blood.
  46. Rageahr
    Mar 24, 2015
    10
    I just made an account just to let people know that this game is the best Souls' game so far.
    Don't listen to the trolls who are giving very low scores.
    Gameplay was improved, the game looks gorgeous, the difficulty which is Souls' trademark is still there and to be quite honest so far it's been harder than any other Souls' game I've played. This game is this generation's masterpiece so    I just made an account just to let people know that this game is the best Souls' game so far.
    Don't listen to the trolls who are giving very low scores.
    Gameplay was improved, the game looks gorgeous, the difficulty which is Souls' trademark is still there and to be quite honest so far it's been harder than any other Souls' game I've played.
    This game is this generation's masterpiece so far. Best PS4 exclusive until now.
    Buy it and you won't regret it.    … Expand
  47. Johninspector
    Mar 25, 2015
    10
    Muito bom, gráficos decentes, temática envolvente, jogabilidade boa, trilha sonora agradável, por enquanto sem bugs(kkkk), dublagem ficou umas das melhores. Um bom representante da franquia souls. Tem loading demorado mas nada demais.
  48. Angra78
    Mar 25, 2015
    10
    Yes.. Yes...I see, does the gamer opinion really matter ? I guess so. I'm a huge fan of Demon Souls, but Dark Souls not much, even though I played a lot, only because of the mechanics and other features that we don't need to expose right now.

    For me Bloodborn has brought the excitement of playing something new from FROM SOFTWARE again. Man I don't care if I die a lot, I don't care if    Yes.. Yes...I see, does the gamer opinion really matter ? I guess so. I'm a huge fan of Demon Souls, but Dark Souls not much, even though I played a lot, only because of the mechanics and other features that we don't need to expose right now.

    For me Bloodborn has brought the excitement of playing something new from FROM SOFTWARE again. Man I don't care if I die a lot, I don't care if there aren't to much info of the story, NPCs and stuffs, I don't care if the voice acting isn't that great, I don't even care about graphics.

    I want the challenge, I want to be absorbed into this fallen world, I want to fear and hear death, more than finding an awesome item, I want to yell when I die, and laugh like a psycho when I finally overcome a boss.

    That's the greatness of Bloodborne, it's the satisfaction of prevailing over death.    … Expand
  49. skgrey
    Mar 25, 2015
    10
    If you are a Souls player, you must buy this game NOW. It's a Dark Souls game. Why?
    - Same difficulty
    - Same punishing bosses - Same "souls" collection and leveling up - Same "find your bloodstain" and "BLOODSTAIN RETRIEVED"! - Same "YOU DIED" - Same weapon systems, inventory, and a whole lot more - Same amazing weapon movesets - It brings back the amazing landscape that is    If you are a Souls player, you must buy this game NOW. It's a Dark Souls game. Why?
    - Same difficulty
    - Same punishing bosses
    - Same "souls" collection and leveling up
    - Same "find your bloodstain" and "BLOODSTAIN RETRIEVED"!
    - Same "YOU DIED"
    - Same weapon systems, inventory, and a whole lot more
    - Same amazing weapon movesets
    - It brings back the amazing landscape that is interconnected, shortcuts, hub world

    It does a lot of the things the SAME, but does a whole lot more BETTER.

    Rather than running around with your shield up, you can now dodge, backstep, and roll like never before. When you get hit it highlights a portion of your life - if you can hit the enemy you start gaining that life back and if you are quick enough you don't lose it. This turns your playstyle much more aggressive. When the next Souls game comes out it *will* change the way you play.

    The landscapes and graphics are mindblowingly beautiful. The soundtrack is amazing. I'm 16 hours in and have only been through 2 and 1/2 areas, having just taken down my third boss, and I'm a 600+ hour veteran from each of the DS games (about 1800 overall). It is brutally hard, but I've yet to want to stop. I can say this - the 3 boss fights I've had so far have been a thousand times better than any of the boss fights in the souls series. They are intense, they are brutal, and they are FUN. The third boss took me about 35 tries, and I really enjoyed each one and was a little sad I beat him. I want to progress, but that says something!

    And there's PVP.    … Expand
  50. tandk1993
    Mar 25, 2015
    10
    Easily one of the best games for next gen so far. amazing game through and through. anybody looking for a challenge and has some free time on their hands, i recommend it
  51. chi-city-gamer
    Mar 25, 2015
    10
    Having never played the Demon/ Dark Souls series, I was surprised by the extremely steep learning curve of this game. It is not for anyone gamers that have a tendency to rage quit. Patience and perseverance are imperative for this game. After more than 50+ deaths, which became less often once I've mastered the controls and tactics, I am now hooked. Having killed the Cleric Beast wasHaving never played the Demon/ Dark Souls series, I was surprised by the extremely steep learning curve of this game. It is not for anyone gamers that have a tendency to rage quit. Patience and perseverance are imperative for this game. After more than 50+ deaths, which became less often once I've mastered the controls and tactics, I am now hooked. Having killed the Cleric Beast was absolutely exhilarating especially it was in my second confrontation. I prepped for the fight like I was going to war!!! Anyhow, the visuals and style of the game is absolutely beautiful. I realized that I appreciated it more of the level design and the fine details after I became more confident about my skills of survival. This game deserves a 10 for not following the norm of today's gaming, which is holding your hand through every step. This game is for hardcore gamers.… Expand
  52. Bdlong28
    Mar 26, 2015
    10
    I agree with this comment "Despite what people say (without even trying the game and just to lower the score because "not on their platform"), this game is a masterpiece. Beautiful. The atmosphere is incredible and it's not for those people that like a walk in the park: it's difficult, VERY difficult." The game is hard, plain and simple. If you rate the game badly because of that then youI agree with this comment "Despite what people say (without even trying the game and just to lower the score because "not on their platform"), this game is a masterpiece. Beautiful. The atmosphere is incredible and it's not for those people that like a walk in the park: it's difficult, VERY difficult." The game is hard, plain and simple. If you rate the game badly because of that then you are a terrible reviewer. know what kind of game your buying before you buy it and are disappointed you are not being spoon fed. Overall AMAZING game.… Expand
  53. cinfidel
    Mar 27, 2015
    10
    I played all Souls games and enjoyed them all, so I consider myself a fan to this franchise. This new one did not disappoint. The franchise isn't really known for optimized performance or stunning graphics. It is the game mechanics and the innovative online features that made the franchise what it is. With Bloodborne, I think From Software absolutely delivered the product as fans expected.I played all Souls games and enjoyed them all, so I consider myself a fan to this franchise. This new one did not disappoint. The franchise isn't really known for optimized performance or stunning graphics. It is the game mechanics and the innovative online features that made the franchise what it is. With Bloodborne, I think From Software absolutely delivered the product as fans expected. The dark and gruesome atmosphere and the subtle but deep story line are all still there. The new universe with fresh lore and some minor changes in the game mechanics are welcome updates. If you liked the previous Souls games, this is a must buy.… Expand
  54. RedColobus
    Mar 26, 2015
    10
    This game is one of the best games of this generation, a true gem. It's a pity it can't be experienced by everyone. Addictive combat, vast exploration, mind-boggling inter connected world, and a lively world with a very unique atmosphere. So far my GOTY, hell, even a contender for my GOTG. Why are you reading this, GO PLAY IT!
  55. Muzzle131
    May 17, 2015
    10
    Alright right off the bat, this game is simply amazing best thing and will stand on a throne until Miyazaki and his brilliant mind comes up with something else. Even then the game has one really big flaw and that's how new players aren't allowed. Or at least it seems that way, me I'm a hardened souls veteran, so me and another souls veteran could immediately know what to do. Yet that's aAlright right off the bat, this game is simply amazing best thing and will stand on a throne until Miyazaki and his brilliant mind comes up with something else. Even then the game has one really big flaw and that's how new players aren't allowed. Or at least it seems that way, me I'm a hardened souls veteran, so me and another souls veteran could immediately know what to do. Yet that's a problem if your new to the souls series then your going to have a frustrating experience that you may end up having to have to have your hand held by a veteran somewhat ruining the experience. I've got countless friend requests asking for help by new players not understanding the game, and even then still don't understand even after beating it because they didn't get to absorb this knowledge themselves. So that's basically the only flaw in my eye about this game, it's for the souls player and community, I'd say to get the entire full experience you can alone (if your new) play DS2 first, as in my opinion it's a good introduction and work your way backwards to Dark Souls 1 and Demon's Souls (if you want) if you got through those games than you will have little trouble adapting to this, for the people who don't want to do that then get out... Or you may want to find a veteran and cling on to them like a leech until they block or unfriend you.… Expand
  56. Outerlaw
    Mar 24, 2015
    10
    It's a good kind of frustration, knowing that each enemy can be your death. I have spent the last 13 hours trying to progress further into the beast infested town. Heartache and gratification is all I feel while playing in this awesome world! This is my first game by from software and I will never let it go. Deserves to be a game of the year contender for 2015.

    Pros: Game play is    It's a good kind of frustration, knowing that each enemy can be your death. I have spent the last 13 hours trying to progress further into the beast infested town. Heartache and gratification is all I feel while playing in this awesome world! This is my first game by from software and I will never let it go. Deserves to be a game of the year contender for 2015.

    Pros: Game play is superb, difficulty is masterable, and soundtrack is stunningly crisp and filled with excitement!

    Cons: Collision physics sometimes trap you in weird spots, but a game exit thru the menu and reload fix it. After entering old yarnham sometimes the game will studder briefly, sound scratches and a frame or two skip is all.    … Expand
  57. Sceptic
    Mar 27, 2015
    10
    Unsurprisingly brilliant,though it is a little shorter and a little easier than previous titles.Fantastic design all over.I expect the astonishing load times and minor glitches will be soon fixed,so I can't really complain.Just when you think you've seen everything,an undiscovered door or passage is found and the city is a wonder to explore.The studio has really become a powerhouse with aUnsurprisingly brilliant,though it is a little shorter and a little easier than previous titles.Fantastic design all over.I expect the astonishing load times and minor glitches will be soon fixed,so I can't really complain.Just when you think you've seen everything,an undiscovered door or passage is found and the city is a wonder to explore.The studio has really become a powerhouse with a matching reputation.Fine work indeed.… Expand
  58. bosconian87
    Mar 29, 2015
    10
    I don't think I need to explain to anyone how the 'Souls' games work, as everyone is already aware. From the outset you should be aware that Bloodborne first and foremost takes the template from before and puts it into a new 'set of clothes' as it were, whilst twisting it, and inventing some ingenious new rules.

    Presentation is a little bit of a mixed-bag; the issues that plagued the    I don't think I need to explain to anyone how the 'Souls' games work, as everyone is already aware. From the outset you should be aware that Bloodborne first and foremost takes the template from before and puts it into a new 'set of clothes' as it were, whilst twisting it, and inventing some ingenious new rules.

    Presentation is a little bit of a mixed-bag; the issues that plagued the previous games (wierd ragdoll physics and a slightly iffy framerate at times), coupled with slightly long loading times, and a need to drop the player into the game without a proper explanation of the mechanics, can turn potential newcomers off. And for a moment there at the beginning, you may just wonder if this is what the power of the PS4 is all about?

    Okay, that's the bad points out of the way - now lets focus on the good!!

    The world you are in is MASSIVE, and is clearly the star of the show!! It is by far the biggest world in any of these games, and there is so much to discover that it becomes the biggest antagonist of the game by far. Its a beautifully created world, so staggering in its detail and devastating art, that you forgive the loading times and the framerate, because its clearly apparent that the power of the PS4 has been used not for dynamic gimmicks or 'showboating', but genuinely for the purpose of realising a vision, and not compromising. Coupled with enemies that are equally as well thought-out, you

    The music is beautiful, and the sound effects are breathtaking, not only in how they relate to the atmosphere (and in ways you'd never expect - I'll never turn my back on a rat EVER AGAIN!!), but they telegraph events to you, providing a dimension that I've mentioned before, and no doubt has been criminally overlooked - the fact that the sound provides the extra dimension, as it were.

    The gameplay on the surface has been overhauled too, and the combat is different in its implementation, but has a satisfaction all of its own. The game also harbours a depth that was last seen in Demon's Souls, that like an iceberg is much more under the surface than you'd think. Its gripping in the ways of an action game, yet the strategies and the adventure/role play elements infect enough to provoke dare I say it - an addiction to the game? Certainly!!

    Bloodborne should not be approached if you think that you're going to be washed in the latest greatest technical masterpiece to be lauded-over, it is not that game. What it is however is a game that if you let it, will grip you from the very beginning, and will probably never leave you.

    For the count, I say give it a chance at the very least, it deserves that. If you missed Demon's Souls (and many did), give it a chance, it will suprize you.    … Expand
  59. sergiohere1
    Mar 25, 2015
    10
    At least PS4 has a great exclusive game! I have been waiting for long to have this game, and I **** love it, thanks From Software, and thnaks Miyazaki for doing beautifuls games like this one.
  60. eyb0ss
    Mar 25, 2015
    10
    Jesus Christ this game is absolutely perfect in every way. Beautiful in almost every way. Hard, never could get into the Souls games, but I am way into this. Perfect setting, perfect art style, vastly improved combat, people are complaining about long loading times and this is because they haven't replaced the crappy HDD that the PS4 comes with with a decent SDD. Load times are 15 secondsJesus Christ this game is absolutely perfect in every way. Beautiful in almost every way. Hard, never could get into the Souls games, but I am way into this. Perfect setting, perfect art style, vastly improved combat, people are complaining about long loading times and this is because they haven't replaced the crappy HDD that the PS4 comes with with a decent SDD. Load times are 15 seconds at MOST with my SDD. Frame rate can still be a little spotty, but it's never too much of a problem because the game runs at 30FPS anyway (which looks really slow to me). The game is legitimately scary in its atmosphere and well spaced jump scares. The weapons are all fun as hell, but it doesn't seem to have too many weapons. It's fine though, because all the weapons are unique and vastly different than one another. Playing with the threaded cane (which is massively overpowered by the way) is completely different than playing with the saw cleaver. 97/100, so basically a 10/10, it's a mastahpiece… Expand
  61. Thirdeyevision
    Mar 25, 2015
    10
    If you're posting low/negative reviews about this game you are either 1) a butthurt Xbox Fanboy, or 2) Don't understand what makes a quality game. I favor games that challenge me, and don't hold my hand through my play time. Bloodbourne is not a game that "punishes you for no reason"....it's a game that forces you to think critically, form a strategy, and execute you plans/skills withIf you're posting low/negative reviews about this game you are either 1) a butthurt Xbox Fanboy, or 2) Don't understand what makes a quality game. I favor games that challenge me, and don't hold my hand through my play time. Bloodbourne is not a game that "punishes you for no reason"....it's a game that forces you to think critically, form a strategy, and execute you plans/skills with knowledge.

    Bloodborne is an AMAZING successor to the 'Souls' series. Building on what makes the SOULS series great, Bloodborne expands it's machanics, gameplay, atmosphere, and story to deliver a great experience! Bloodborne will feel familiar to any fan of the SOULS series, and offer a true "next gen" experience. If you played the game for more than 30 minutes, you'd know that the weapon system, enemy AI, graphics, story, writing, and overall polish of the game has been improved upon from the previous titles. It's worth noting that I have encountered exactly ZERO bugs or glitches in this title so far.

    If you're a true fan of ANY of the games in the SOULS series, you will not be disappointing with this game. If you're a newcomer, be prepared for a challenge and realize that, that's a good thing. Don't get discouraged, and step up to the plate. You will feel a more rewarding experience (as in anything in life) when you finally achieve victory.    … Expand
  62. style
    Mar 24, 2015
    10
    buen juego es adictivo, largo, difícil, buena historia, personajes, ambientación,
    es un juego que siendo poseedor de una Ps4 no puedes dejar pasar
    10/10
  63. Navictus
    Mar 25, 2015
    10
    Game of the Year for sure. This game not only meets but exceeds my expectations. If you are a fan of any of the Souls games, you likely already have this, as you are in the loop. Kudos to you! If you have never played a Souls game before, you are in for a treat...maybe a few tricks. This game is fast. Very fast. Fighting requires both skill, patience... as well as finesse. Its hard toGame of the Year for sure. This game not only meets but exceeds my expectations. If you are a fan of any of the Souls games, you likely already have this, as you are in the loop. Kudos to you! If you have never played a Souls game before, you are in for a treat...maybe a few tricks. This game is fast. Very fast. Fighting requires both skill, patience... as well as finesse. Its hard to describe gameplay that youtube can show much easier, but its kinda like Dragon Age on steroids. This is the PS4 killer app. Crazy game. No regrets here. :)… Expand
  64. Skirres
    Mar 24, 2015
    10
    This is my ideal succesor of the soul game. The immersion really great, the control really responsive, the multiplayer fun and exciting. Eventhough it coined as successor of soul series, the gameplay style itself feel really fresh. Being an agresive player is more rewarded.
  65. TraptNAbox
    Mar 25, 2015
    10
    I'm not far into the game yet but I can already tell it will at least be an equal to the rest of the Souls. Just a few hrs. in and already my heart has nearly burst with adrenaline a dozen times. No games can do this quite like the Souls games. Long live From Software.
  66. skatevid
    Mar 25, 2015
    10
    A challenging, fun ass **** game. If you're a fan of the souls game, there is absolutely no reason you won't love this mastapiece as well. If you've never played any souls game, it's time to pull up your booties and man the **** up. Play on playas.
  67. Thrashy
    Mar 27, 2015
    9
    So, after having spent quite some time with the game I wanted to drop a note about the good, the bad and the ugly sides of this FROM SOFTWARE title. Good news are that this game lives up to it's hype and the good critic reviews. Controls, opponent design, character customization and development are really good. Some may not like the art-style of this game (like me), while others willSo, after having spent quite some time with the game I wanted to drop a note about the good, the bad and the ugly sides of this FROM SOFTWARE title. Good news are that this game lives up to it's hype and the good critic reviews. Controls, opponent design, character customization and development are really good. Some may not like the art-style of this game (like me), while others will probably love the dark, creepy graphics style. However this doesn't matter a lot in terms of the fun you definitely will have with this game.

    I personally like this game's mechanics a lot more than the ones of the Dark Souls series as this game is more fast paced. Nonetheless it is still as punishing as it's predecessor, which is a good thing since I am absolutely fed up with games that you just spend hours over hours with to grind for materials or to steam roll through the levels without ever having faced a single challenge. Just be aware of the fact that this game is tough as nails! But this also is why this game feels so rewarding and satisfying ... you have to be on your toes at all times since even the weakest mob can kill you within 3 seconds at the beginning of the game. But once you made it to the next save spot ... boy you will feel a relief and you will know you really earned the credits to upgrade your gear with.

    If you disregard some of this game's technical flaws, such as loading times of 25 seconds with a SSHD (which might be fixed with a future patch) as well as significant fps drops, the game easily can be rated as a 9. I am glad to have picked up this game and I can't wait for spending more time with it in the upcoming evening!    … Expand
  68. RollingStoner
    Mar 27, 2015
    10
    I knew Bloodborne would be good, but no idea it would be THIS good! This is the single greatest game I have ever played. The combat is tight and responsive, the world is incredibly detailed and interesting, the level design is amazing and the difficulty is perfect. It is hard, but never so hard that it feel like you were cheated. It is fair, and after every death, I learned from myI knew Bloodborne would be good, but no idea it would be THIS good! This is the single greatest game I have ever played. The combat is tight and responsive, the world is incredibly detailed and interesting, the level design is amazing and the difficulty is perfect. It is hard, but never so hard that it feel like you were cheated. It is fair, and after every death, I learned from my mistakes and went strait back in. Cannot recommend this game enough, absolutely 10/10.… Expand
  69. gooniesloth
    Mar 27, 2015
    10
    It's a shame fan boys are giving this a negative review because only because this is exclusive. The challenge is great and the satisfaction of defeating enemies after several attempts is amazing. Not many games get my heart pumping like this one has. I do not mind playing the same parts over and over, its great to notice yourself getting better and better as you go along repeatingIt's a shame fan boys are giving this a negative review because only because this is exclusive. The challenge is great and the satisfaction of defeating enemies after several attempts is amazing. Not many games get my heart pumping like this one has. I do not mind playing the same parts over and over, its great to notice yourself getting better and better as you go along repeating stages. It gives you the option to use the shortcuts anyway as you find them. The big improvement from previous souls games is not removing half of your health upon death and the increased pace. Perfect atmosphere as well. Can't give enough praise, pick this up today!… Expand
  70. Tomoprime
    Mar 28, 2015
    10
    This is my first From Software game and I am extremely thrilled to report that I love Bloodborne. This is a fair tough as nails fun Japanese Action RPG as they come. You have to give the extreme difficulty a fair chance to master. It takes time to understand the inner workings of gameplay. Most of the time you die because you did something wrong. It's not so much that one mistake costs youThis is my first From Software game and I am extremely thrilled to report that I love Bloodborne. This is a fair tough as nails fun Japanese Action RPG as they come. You have to give the extreme difficulty a fair chance to master. It takes time to understand the inner workings of gameplay. Most of the time you die because you did something wrong. It's not so much that one mistake costs you the game. It's the fact that you panic and blooper a repeated button mash error. Master your fear, let your muscle memory kick in and learn from others. Watch videos for tips and tricks. Half the time you can run by an extremely tough foe and take a shortcut. Heck my game got much better once I figured out how to jump in this game. Level up explore the world around you. There is no need to rush into a boss fight. And know when to cash in your blood echoes and not push your luck. You have to play the game long enough to unlock the doll who sells you upgrades to your stats. They nail risk vs reward in this game. Once you figure out what you're doing wrong you'll roll over the enemies that used to bully you. I absolutely love this game. It reminds me of the old days of console gaming where you have to work to figure out the puzzle. The action is brutally quick like Ninja Gaiden Black. But once you get good like learning how to roll properly in NAM 1975 (neo-geo days) you don't die all that often and you feel god like. Remember 1st playing Castlevania on NES? Or Ninja Spirit on Turbo Graphx 16? Revenge of the Shinobi on Sega Genenis? Bloodborne is creating a new memory for me I'll never forget.… Expand
  71. scottysauce
    Apr 5, 2015
    10
    This is by far one of the hardest games I've ever played but I must admit it's also one of my all time favorites. This really takes me back to the good old days of planning and doing things over and over again from the start. This one is simply stunning all over the place. I'm 41 years old and my game skills have slowed but I'll finish this one.
  72. Taggen86
    Apr 2, 2015
    10
    Best game on the PS4 according to me (together with alien isolation and last of us remastered. . This game is pure perfection and even better than dark souls.. The gameplay, the graphics, the sound design everything is top notch. I have not felt this way about a game since resident evil 4.
  73. dangler11
    Apr 2, 2015
    10
    Amazing game. Changes the formula just enough to keep it fresh but still a souls game. If you didn't like souls still give this a try and don't give up! Once you beat a few bosses you will get why this is so great.
    Lore is fantastic, co-op chalices are fun. Only con is loading times. ENJOY!
  74. Toti
    Apr 8, 2015
    10
    SInce it seems anybody can write anything in here, I´ll throw my grain of salt:

    This game is without a shadow of a doubt, the best game I've ever played. The graphics, are beautifully detailed, Walking over the bodies of the monster who previously just one-hit-killed you is fully rewarding. Your weapons are and feel just right when swinging them. You need to have some brains to    SInce it seems anybody can write anything in here, I´ll throw my grain of salt:

    This game is without a shadow of a doubt, the best game I've ever played. The graphics, are beautifully detailed, Walking over the bodies of the monster who previously just one-hit-killed you is fully rewarding. Your weapons are and feel just right when swinging them. You need to have some brains to understand what the stats are since they're not fully introduced. But you´ll figure it out. Your weapons are awesomely designed and really varied in purpose, they kick serius butt. Seriously the best game this generation.    … Expand
  75. legacy2xer
    Apr 7, 2015
    10
    A very decent game, its a masterpiece. I've never really got into the other games that are quiet similar to this, but i liked the combat for to this game. i've tried certain other games that looks like to be a good combat , but it had disappointed me, this is the first game that did not. The combat is great , the co op is great, is pretty much just fun and challenging. The graphic is alsoA very decent game, its a masterpiece. I've never really got into the other games that are quiet similar to this, but i liked the combat for to this game. i've tried certain other games that looks like to be a good combat , but it had disappointed me, this is the first game that did not. The combat is great , the co op is great, is pretty much just fun and challenging. The graphic is also good and at the end of the day, you'll be proud for defeating a boss or two.… Expand
  76. Stolben
    Apr 2, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Zero is not right for the game like this, zero its about lucius2 maybe or other **** staff. But i guess all reviews is only first experience or 2-5 hours of playtime. This game should be playd around 20-30 hours to say truly that its great. And not only acess ending tell you about this masterpiece, there is tonns of secret locations, "local covenant" system, more than one pvp experience, grinding more than 1 chalice dungeons 3 levels and many other and other staff like friendship with iosefka, war wih raven hunters clan, acessing church of healing, side quests, bringing people to church ward etc etc... 9/10 because FS let this haters to write about fps and loadings( which is not tooo long), waiting for patches and new and new staff in dlc.
    Пацаны, отвечаю игра огонь , стоит своих 4000 , кто залипнет и поймет сможет играть в нее месяцами и кайфовать! Удачи , охотники!    … Expand
  77. Rumblefish
    Apr 1, 2015
    8
    The game is a real return to form by From Software after the mess that was Dark Souls 2.

    The world is absolutely beautiful despite largely taking place in dank Victorian alleyways and sewers. The attention to detail is similarly stunning. The old Dark Souls blend of triumph and frustration are meted out to you as you journey through an relentless and unforgiving nightmare, the truth    The game is a real return to form by From Software after the mess that was Dark Souls 2.

    The world is absolutely beautiful despite largely taking place in dank Victorian alleyways and sewers. The attention to detail is similarly stunning. The old Dark Souls blend of triumph and frustration are meted out to you as you journey through an relentless and unforgiving nightmare, the truth about which is slowly revealed. Additionally, the mechanics are solid, the enemies and bosses varied and the level design superb.

    There may be less items to discover than in Dark Souls 1 and the absence of sorcery and miracles, but Bloodborne innovates in other ways. Arming the player with a firearm that damages beasts but merely stuns other enemies is a stroke of genius, as is tranformable weapons.

    All the old Dark Souls tropes are there, an interconnected world full of shortcuts, enigmatic characters who allude to the truth below your character's veneer and the online component of assisting or invading other players.

    Bloodborne is an instant classic. It has an atmosphere unlike any other game I've played. It will make you jump out of your seat in fright, throw your controller across the room and jump for joy in equal measure. The one real bad mark blotting its copy book is the agonisingly long loading times in between areas and after each death. But this is a small price to pay to experience such a lovingly crafted and well thought out adventure.    … Expand
  78. griffey546
    Apr 1, 2015
    9
    For the lack of games that the PS4 has, Bloodborne has been my only favorable game so far to release on the PS4. With many failures of exclusives in 2014 and 2015, Bloodborne has actually succeeded to be a truly amazing game. I rented this game at a redbox, and borrowed a PS4 from my friend to try out this game for a week. My main complaint for this game though is the constant 30fps.For the lack of games that the PS4 has, Bloodborne has been my only favorable game so far to release on the PS4. With many failures of exclusives in 2014 and 2015, Bloodborne has actually succeeded to be a truly amazing game. I rented this game at a redbox, and borrowed a PS4 from my friend to try out this game for a week. My main complaint for this game though is the constant 30fps. Since games such as Demon Souls, and the Dark Souls series has a lot of action going on, and require quick reflexes, the 30fps does not help at all, it feels as if the controls are a bit more delayed with it running 30fps. I truly hope to see this game come out for PC as well, mainly because I have always favored how the Dark Souls games played with a keyboard and mouse, rather than a controller, but that's just a preference, and the 60fps would be nice too. But good job on the game though, from a person who rarely plays consoles, and has been a PC gamer for 10 years now, I congratulate you on the success of the games release, and keeping it fun and challenging!… Expand
  79. DaniVR99
    Apr 27, 2015
    10
    I didn't play any of the Souls games but Bloodborne is a masterpiece and easily the best game out on the PS4. It's beautiful graphics, challenging gameplay, atmosphere, scary enemies and progression system makes Bloodborne the best next gen game to date. Go buy it, or at least go try it, you will be blown away.
  80. Ogmios232
    Mar 25, 2015
    10
    This game is by the legendary Hidetaka Miyazaki, creator of the amazing souls series. There are similarities between the souls series and bloodborne but the differences is much more obvious. There are transforming weapons, guns, health regain system, no backstabs, faster gameplay, and more. The thing that I really enjoyed is that there is a element of fear, real fear and adrenaline rushThis game is by the legendary Hidetaka Miyazaki, creator of the amazing souls series. There are similarities between the souls series and bloodborne but the differences is much more obvious. There are transforming weapons, guns, health regain system, no backstabs, faster gameplay, and more. The thing that I really enjoyed is that there is a element of fear, real fear and adrenaline rush while playing this game.

    Overall, this game is awesome 10/10. It is farrrrrrrrrr more difficult than ANY of the souls series. Even if it is more difficult, it is still fair. It's not the game's fault why players die. It is the players fault, by dying over and over again, the mistakes of the player is highlighted. So the next time a player encounters the same problem where he/she dies, they make a different strategy to avoid death.    … Expand
  81. Bakteeri
    Mar 30, 2015
    10
    FYI. As a fan of the series i cannot give this game an unbiased review. From Software seems to have reviewed and looked back on the older releases of the series and in my opinion has made a polished more exciting way of playing the games old mechanics with new twists that really change the way the game is played. The player and the enemies are made to move a lot faster mainly for theFYI. As a fan of the series i cannot give this game an unbiased review. From Software seems to have reviewed and looked back on the older releases of the series and in my opinion has made a polished more exciting way of playing the games old mechanics with new twists that really change the way the game is played. The player and the enemies are made to move a lot faster mainly for the reason that this game contrary to the earlier releases of the series doesn't have almost any type of defensive combat tactics that are viable. The game encourages you to be constantly on your toes as there is no option to "armor up" your character, this alone also affects the atmosphere of the game not to mention the visuals and the soundtrack that enhances the experience. As one would expect from From Software studios they have an amazing people who design the world, map/areas, the lore and it all mixes into a one big living world that really makes you feel like you have left your living room to a beautiful world of blood and gore mixed with frustration and the satisfying feeling of clearing a boss fight that keeps you from sleeping at night.

    As for the cons of the game that really do not affect my opinion on my game as i stated before, the online play (if played with high latency) affects the framerate of both sides of the online players. A few bugs i have heard of but not many in my playtrough. I personally would've wanted the game to be at the difficulty of a new game+ right from the beginning but i understand that it would make the game too overwhelming for people who are first time getting into the series .

    Also this game altough at first might look like a simple at first, has a deep class and stat progression and level up system which is almost essential for a player to understand and study in order to progress in the game without going crazy. The game has hordes of enemies punishing your every mistake of leveling up wrong stats of your character to using wrong equipment or sword swings depending on the situation, the game wants you sit back for a while and think in hindsight what could i do differently to progress. If this makes you excited then i would definitely recommend this game for you. Also this game can be very provocative (mostly thought provoking) even if it is mostly a single player experience, and would recommend getting an insurance for your TV and controller if you're known to have anger management issues.    … Expand
  82. tommygun5222
    Apr 2, 2015
    9
    As a newcomer to the FROM software gaming experience, I was a bit frustrated and I still am. However, I have never experienced a game like this before. Even though I keep failing and failing miserably, I still want to come back for more. I haven't beaten the first boss yet. However, I have come very close and the closer I get the more positive I get. Bloodborne is a smart game.As a newcomer to the FROM software gaming experience, I was a bit frustrated and I still am. However, I have never experienced a game like this before. Even though I keep failing and failing miserably, I still want to come back for more. I haven't beaten the first boss yet. However, I have come very close and the closer I get the more positive I get. Bloodborne is a smart game. Learning the different enemy's attack methods will allow you to master the game. This will not be easy however. A lot of people have been complaining about the low frequency of save points. However, progressing further along in the game allows you to discover and open up gates that allow for shortcuts. This allows a player to surpass a part of the city that they have already experienced. The atmosphere is amazing and the sounds you hear are sounds I guarantee you've never heard before. The creatures I've seen thus far are amazingly detailed. Sure the graphics could be better but the game has so much detail it honestly does not matter. I know its hard. I know its tough. As I was saying, I still haven't beaten the first boss. But I keep trying. Eventually I will get there and I can't wait to see what else this game has to offer. Like the old saying says, "Practice makes perfect." Unless you're Allen Iverson.… Expand
  83. strangergv1
    Apr 10, 2015
    9
    I agree with the positive reviews Bloodborne is a great game, but this game can be so frustrating at times the load-screens is not what bugs me it's the high damage player taken. The close quarters combat. Player getting stuck. Player get trapped in corners, enemies grabbing player and there is nothing the player can do followed by you died, and the bad camera angels, but this game isI agree with the positive reviews Bloodborne is a great game, but this game can be so frustrating at times the load-screens is not what bugs me it's the high damage player taken. The close quarters combat. Player getting stuck. Player get trapped in corners, enemies grabbing player and there is nothing the player can do followed by you died, and the bad camera angels, but this game is rewarding, gratifying,and gives player a sense of accomplishment. Levelling-up, gearing-up when defeating the hard to kill bosses of this game, and the fact that I am improving playing this game is that much more rewarding, and accomplishment.… Expand
  84. JackKasket
    Apr 2, 2015
    9
    This game hits almost every nerve in this old Souls fan's pleasure center. Graphics are stunning. Atmosphere is cuttable with a knife. Even the story is compelling.

    Why it doesn't get a perfect score from me is because it reminds me too much of Bayonetta. Yes, that game with the BDSM dominatrix with a whip. I do enjoy the more fast-paced battle system, but it often feels too    This game hits almost every nerve in this old Souls fan's pleasure center. Graphics are stunning. Atmosphere is cuttable with a knife. Even the story is compelling.

    Why it doesn't get a perfect score from me is because it reminds me too much of Bayonetta. Yes, that game with the BDSM dominatrix with a whip. I do enjoy the more fast-paced battle system, but it often feels too streamlined, and really, how many strategies are there for killing mobs? In this game, I have two.

    Second thing is that I feel the armor/weapon system has been made newbie-friendly in a sense that what matters the most (really) is selecting the right starting weapon for your play style, and then fortifying it to the max. There really is no alternative. Sure, you can switch weapons later on in the game, but making the new axe/sword/cane stronger than the starting weapon is really a struggle. In Souls games, you pretty much counted your stars to get a good drop later in the game (halberd for life), and then stuck to that weapon of choice after experimenting with other tools up to that point. Bloodborne has made this part of the exploration and experience moot.

    Secondly, while I do understand the choice of not including any uber armors in the game considering the drain life mechanics of battle, it just sucks some of the soul (pun intended) out of the game.

    No micromanagement needed.

    Much like in Bayonetta.

    Still, love the game.    … Expand
  85. JayLightBar
    Apr 7, 2015
    10
    I hate this game so much. It's hard, stressful, intense, and overall way over my head in terms of the skill required to be good at it. And it's so good because of all of those things. Not only does the game sport my favorite sound design of any game so far this year, it looks rather good and plays solidly. The story is deep, yet confusing and not spoon feed to you like a lot ofI hate this game so much. It's hard, stressful, intense, and overall way over my head in terms of the skill required to be good at it. And it's so good because of all of those things. Not only does the game sport my favorite sound design of any game so far this year, it looks rather good and plays solidly. The story is deep, yet confusing and not spoon feed to you like a lot of movies/games do now. If there was one ray of light in the darkness that is the next gen library it would be, ironically, blood borne. One of the darkest and most fear filled games I've played in a long time. Jim Sterling said it best when he said this is where survival horror lives on, joke or other wise, it was a fairly believable statement. Pick it up if you own a ps4. It's not a system seller, as I believe no single game could ever sale a system to me, but it's totally worth picking up at full price.… Expand
  86. Jaime5478
    Apr 7, 2015
    10
    Ok, i didnt want to like this game because of all the hype and couldnt get into demons or dark souls 1. So i just assumed i wouldnt like this game and i didnt want it to get good scores Just to prove to myself i was right.

    But i wasnt right in the slightest. I bought this game last week after everyone was raving about it and i didnt have anything to play, so i bit the bullet and asked    Ok, i didnt want to like this game because of all the hype and couldnt get into demons or dark souls 1. So i just assumed i wouldnt like this game and i didnt want it to get good scores Just to prove to myself i was right.

    But i wasnt right in the slightest. I bought this game last week after everyone was raving about it and i didnt have anything to play, so i bit the bullet and asked my wife to pick it up for my while i was at work.

    I put the disc in and within 1 hour i was hooked and ive never been so happy to be wrong in a video game sense, i expected to put the game in and not like it and return it the next day, but now i cant stop playing, when im not playing it im reading about it. Theres nothing i dislike about this game at all. From Software has really surprised me and propably made on of my favorite games for the last 10 years.
    Im pleasently surprised and i will never underestimate a game or film i havent played first again.

    The graphics are amazing, the atmosphere is some of the best ive seen in a game, the character and enemy design is great, basically everything about this game is great. For once i cant wait for any DLC and i will buy it. Just dont want this game to end.
    Im happy i went playstation this gen i honestly dont see microsoft making any games anywhere near as good as this    … Expand
  87. InsanelySane
    Apr 2, 2015
    8
    I have played and finished all of the Souls games, and I've just finished Bloodborne. My review is for gamers who are familiar with the Souls world and so I hope this review will be of benefit for reflection..

    The game has relatively good polish but since it's exactly the same as the previous games in From Software's legacy - that is the use of exact same game mechanics (ooooh no    I have played and finished all of the Souls games, and I've just finished Bloodborne. My review is for gamers who are familiar with the Souls world and so I hope this review will be of benefit for reflection..

    The game has relatively good polish but since it's exactly the same as the previous games in From Software's legacy - that is the use of exact same game mechanics (ooooh no shield this time, what a revolutionary change that is), stats (actually they got worse, bad move!), obscure story telling and atmosphere, I'm not that impressed here. And nor should any gamer who expects improvements.

    I'm particularly not impressed with how easy the game was to beat. I found most of it WAY too easy. Beat most bosses on first try. I always play offline so cant speak for the thrill of online. Whats worse, as the game progressed, my weapon choices and armor/skin choices did not. I stuck with the same weapon I got because there was nothing better. In terms of how this could have played out, there never was an incentive to change it up, which brings me to the glaring problems this game has. There's not tactic here, and no real fear anymore. Whereas once you had such a limited amount of Estus flasks and really cared for every hit you took, here you have 20 healing opportunities, and pretty easy 'save points' along the way.

    So weapons dont matter (and isn't it about time they should? why are these games not evolving their sophistication? should we just give these games 10/10?). Using big hammers or swords or saws mean nothing, they have very little distinguishing differences.. Charge time is the same (or negligible if a purist can point out its not).

    Stats took a massive step back when they needed a massive step forward! One reason I dont see myself playing New Game + is that the stats dont excite me one bit. Bloodtinge? Arcane? really?! why would I boost these in the normal game? there is no incentive at all. Actually, there was no incentive to weigh up how I was going to spend my stat upgrades - since Skill was rubbish and didn't even have weapons to strive toward like in previous titles. Strength, meh. And in the past Endurance had an effect on your burden, and speed, and without it its just lessened the overall charm of skill tree decision making.

    Speaking of skill tree, why isn't there one? Same fighting mechanics, but nothing to look forward to. To me this meant a relatively stale experience repeating the same movements over and over without incentive. Weapon upgrades and 'gem' modifications were a joke this time. Pointless. As were the Runes, all of which offer negligible effects you could easily live without. Why not offer proper incentives like offering a new move, or fire weapon, or something useful and INTERESTING for me to care about the Runes, or gems.

    Atmosphere is good in this game with beautiful visuals and excellent music - best yet in my opinion due to more haunting orchestral choir, reminded me of Vampire Hunter D, good ambience sounds too. but again if the game is too easy, it just means I'm not afraid. In Demon Souls I'd tread so carefully but in Bloodborne I'm king.

    Thats my genuine gaming experience with it and I enjoyed playing yet another Souls style game but I sincerely hoped for more, shouldn't we expect more these days?

    A couple of other irritations:

    -Loading times were bad and the logo you stare at could at least be more interesting. Or have world facts on screen or something? and what was worse was you couldn't teleport between locations without having to go 'back to base' which was hugely irritating.
    -No pause. Wow, I cant pause the game. Really? I can quit and it'll pick up where it left off but if my wife calls me I'm stuck and cant give her my attention.
    -No explanation about how things work - this has always irritated me in the series, I know some people like it but to me it just feels clumsy and unpolished. There are so many aspects where I didn't realise the use of an item or the benefits. People say to go to forums and research about facets you're stuck with but I say that turning a blind eye to a big problem that we're all trying to pretend isn't a big deal when actually it is. I dont have time to mess about on basics.
    -Voice acting in general, and script, is pretty b grade. Just means less immersion and From Software have had a history of bad choices here, you'd have hoped they'd hired better professionals in this area.

    The hype of fans praising this as the great 'genius' game, best yet etc is fair enough for those who just want the same thing over and over but really for some of us we were hoping for something that IS genius and innovative, that takes things to a new level. There is nothing in Bloodborne that is taking things anywhere it hasn't already been. And while I'll give this game an 8 because its doing what its classic style does best, this is by no means a better game, or a more evolved one and that is a great shame we shouldn't lap up so easily/willingly..    … Expand
  88. JamesJ134
    Mar 30, 2015
    10
    If you are not a hardcore gamer or a gamer who can play your average action RPG on a difficulty above easy you probably will hate yourself for putting a single dollar out for this game. But if you are a gamer looking for a true challenge with plenty of extreme action, fun replay value, great multiplayer and a unique twist on everything then this is a game you must own.
  89. Kabuto99999
    Apr 2, 2015
    10
    This game is 9 for me (long load time, the rest is just perfect), but i will give it 10/10 because of some haters just give it low scores for many stupid reasons like: IT'S TOO HARD!!!!!! IT'S NOT ON MY PLATFORM!!!!!
  90. Leo_Kakinoki
    Apr 5, 2015
    9
    As a person new to the "Souls"-type games, this game absolutely blew my mind away. Extremely sharp learning curve and very difficult at first, but it gets better after killing the first boss (but still difficult). The horror art style, sounds, and overall atmosphere is breathtaking and appropriate to what a dark fantasy game should be.

    Few issues with frame rate and loading times but    As a person new to the "Souls"-type games, this game absolutely blew my mind away. Extremely sharp learning curve and very difficult at first, but it gets better after killing the first boss (but still difficult). The horror art style, sounds, and overall atmosphere is breathtaking and appropriate to what a dark fantasy game should be.

    Few issues with frame rate and loading times but nothing too hindering.

    Overall, a very well-made game and could be contender for Game of the Year. Do not get discouraged if you die a million times to top hat wearing, bearded, blade-wielding men and brick trolls. Learn from that and come back even stronger.

    Please note that neither this reviewer nor From Software are responsible for controller loss, monitor/TV damage, property damage, extreme anger, palpitations, heart attacks, nausea, diarrhea, heartbreaks from relationship breakups due to excessive gaming, delirium, murder, death, corrupted souls, or alien invasions while playing this extremely difficult game.    … Expand
  91. xps4dabest4life
    Apr 8, 2015
    10
    Don't believe the zero review scores, they all salty fanboys. This game is a MUST BUY. If you don't have a ps4, buy one then play this masterpiece, it's that gud. Seriously though It's the most fun I've had since I got my PS4 and really brings me back to a time when games were challenging and didn't hold your hand or tell you what to do. Also people complaining about loading times theyDon't believe the zero review scores, they all salty fanboys. This game is a MUST BUY. If you don't have a ps4, buy one then play this masterpiece, it's that gud. Seriously though It's the most fun I've had since I got my PS4 and really brings me back to a time when games were challenging and didn't hold your hand or tell you what to do. Also people complaining about loading times they ARE GETTING PAtched so be quiet please. You are missing out by not playing this game, that is all.… Expand
  92. Pandapopo
    Apr 9, 2015
    10
    Pro: Absolute masterpiece. An immersive world that will leave you questioning the story, wanting to know about what happen, yearning for every bit of lore. Miyazaki has done it again. Gameplay is brilliant and a notch above the previous souls titles, fast and fluid, you will feel the weight behind every swing. the satisfaction behind every visceral attack, the fulfillment of stomping overPro: Absolute masterpiece. An immersive world that will leave you questioning the story, wanting to know about what happen, yearning for every bit of lore. Miyazaki has done it again. Gameplay is brilliant and a notch above the previous souls titles, fast and fluid, you will feel the weight behind every swing. the satisfaction behind every visceral attack, the fulfillment of stomping over the corpse of your foes. Stats has been streamlined to allow for more focus builds and still allow for enough diversity such that everyone should be able to create a combat style they like.

    Cons: PvP is kind of hit and miss, there's no issue with gameplay (apart from the usual honor crowd crying and whining about healing), but connectivity truly needs to be improve upon. 10-15 minutes between matches is a frustrating experience that will make dedicated PvP players sob. Hopefully a PvP arena style DLC can be introduce in the future to address this.

    Bonus Free Online Content: After beating the game, you get to enjoy the prestigious feeling of being one of the few that beat the game and not letting the game beat you. Get you popcorn and beverage, there's plenty of whiners and crybabies who will claim the game is too hard or is of bad game design, their spirits has truly been broken by Bloodborne.    … Expand
  93. GunshotPhoenix
    Apr 27, 2015
    10
    Bloodborne is without a doubt, the best PS4 game so far. The game is a exercise in patience and your ability to adapt on the fly. This game is not easy by any stretch of the imagination, even for Demon's/Dark Souls veterans. This game is similar to Dark Souls, but different enough to throw off veterans. Unlike most games that are easy enough to beat without too much effort, it is entirelyBloodborne is without a doubt, the best PS4 game so far. The game is a exercise in patience and your ability to adapt on the fly. This game is not easy by any stretch of the imagination, even for Demon's/Dark Souls veterans. This game is similar to Dark Souls, but different enough to throw off veterans. Unlike most games that are easy enough to beat without too much effort, it is entirely possible to not beat Bloodborne if you don't learn how to play correctly. Mechanically sound, visually haunting, controls very well. Like other From Software games in recent memory, the story is interesting, but doesn't start to come together until the 2nd half of it. Combat is very fast-paced, yet deliberate and tactical.

    If you enjoy Dark Souls or Demon Souls, buy this game. I can almost guarantee you'd enjoy Bloodborne If not, at least consider the purchase. Watch videos of gameplay. See if it looks like something you'd like.    … Expand
  94. Basquilly
    Apr 28, 2015
    10
    This is the best game I have ever played. Simple as that. Beautiful setting and atmosphere, fantastic story and direction, brilliant mechanics and fluidity and magnificent AI. It is also very difficult, but not so much as the previous From Software games, which for me is it's strongest characteristic. It is infuriatingly difficult, but with skill and caution, it can be conquered, resultingThis is the best game I have ever played. Simple as that. Beautiful setting and atmosphere, fantastic story and direction, brilliant mechanics and fluidity and magnificent AI. It is also very difficult, but not so much as the previous From Software games, which for me is it's strongest characteristic. It is infuriatingly difficult, but with skill and caution, it can be conquered, resulting in a sense of satisfaction rarely experienced in video games. Where as I feel the Souls games suffered by being too difficult, Bloodborne poses a challenge to all who play it, but even those new to the From Software way of game design can get to grips with it and enjoy all it has to offer.… Expand
  95. kingzardoz
    Mar 31, 2015
    8
    A great game that I would rate 8.5/10 if metacritic would allow me. The level design is superior to Dark Souls 2 in every way, instead of exploring isolated zones, the zones are woven together to create a rich experience so the world feels very dense and real. The graphics are excellent with a decent variety in visual themes for each area. If I had to pick one graphical issue that bothersA great game that I would rate 8.5/10 if metacritic would allow me. The level design is superior to Dark Souls 2 in every way, instead of exploring isolated zones, the zones are woven together to create a rich experience so the world feels very dense and real. The graphics are excellent with a decent variety in visual themes for each area. If I had to pick one graphical issue that bothers me it would be that in many prerelease gameplay videos I watched, the blood spray effect would continue long after the enemy was slain and would only stop when the player stop slashing. I wish they kept that feature but it's possible the hardware or engine limitations prevented them from keeping it. The thing that kept me most interested in the game was the world and atmosphere, I just wanted to see what was next. Some of the visual images are really memorable even if it's something as simple as two barn doors rattling in the wind.

    The combat is fun but I don't think it offers the depth or innovation of demon/dark souls. You basically have 3-4 stats to level up and 3-5 interesting weapons worth using. The runes and blood gems don't really add much variety to your build. I think anybody expecting the heavy RPG elements of the last game will be upset. Fortunately many enemies have a huge variation in attacks and combos and they sometimes evolve when your insight level gets higher (not sure if it's insight level or just your overall level). Every time I think I've seen it all I get surprised by a new attack, timing, or combo. Overall I really enjoyed the game but miss the depth of the Souls games. I think the game lost some of the originality of the Souls genre when they tried to integrate hack&slash gameplay instead of creating a unique and new genre defining fusion. With regards to graphics, level design, and atmosphere, Bloodborne gets a 10/10, I loved walking around this world. Combat and gameplay get an 8/10, good enough to enjoy the game but not very memorable.    … Expand
  96. joeblack
    Apr 17, 2015
    9
    An amazing game for sure. The storytelling is a bit underwhelming compared to its spiritual predecessors (the souls games), and so it the PvP. The load time are atrocious (but should be fixed soon in a patch), and are by far the biggest obstacle you'll face in the entire game. Difficulty is on par with the souls games in general (DS2 is easier, though, and Bloodborne is only truly tough inAn amazing game for sure. The storytelling is a bit underwhelming compared to its spiritual predecessors (the souls games), and so it the PvP. The load time are atrocious (but should be fixed soon in a patch), and are by far the biggest obstacle you'll face in the entire game. Difficulty is on par with the souls games in general (DS2 is easier, though, and Bloodborne is only truly tough in the chalice dungeons). The atmosphere, graphics and sound are simply spectacular. While the level design is not as entwined as that of Demon's Souls or DS1, it is still quite awesome.

    If you love the souls games but isn't a franchise fanatic, you'll absolutely love this game, if you don't like any of the souls games at all, you'll probably be better off having a pass on this one. If you're a souls fanatic, and not just a long time fan of the franchise, you'll generally love the NG experience and hate on a lot of things afterwards. This will mainly be due to nostalgia, but also, at least in some small part, because you've got nothing better to do than to cap crap at random people on the Internet :)

    Hope this was helpful.    … Expand
  97. dharma
    Jul 27, 2015
    9
    I never got into the Souls series before, knowing that they are hard. So here I am trying to find a killer app for the PS4, and I decided to delve into Bloodborne. To my surprise, despite its new gen graphics, it is at its core a 3-D Castlevania done right. Fighting monsters that pounce at you when you least expect? Check. Pattern memorization? Check. Dying absolutely ALL the time?I never got into the Souls series before, knowing that they are hard. So here I am trying to find a killer app for the PS4, and I decided to delve into Bloodborne. To my surprise, despite its new gen graphics, it is at its core a 3-D Castlevania done right. Fighting monsters that pounce at you when you least expect? Check. Pattern memorization? Check. Dying absolutely ALL the time? Check. Suffice to say, it is hard but it's designed so well that once you get its mechanics, you'll be having a great time. You will die...a lot. But somehow, you learn a bit more about the game every time. The design of the city is sprawling, and incredibly interconnected. The controls are great and responsive. The first killer app for the PS4 and the best game to come out in 2015.… Expand
  98. Scissorman11785
    Apr 12, 2015
    9
    Like the worlds of the previous Souls games, the world of Bloodborne is a dark, amoral place in which the only thing you can completely trust is your own level of perseverance. Doing the wrong thing will get you violently killed while doing the right thing will only give you a fleeting sense of achievement before it becomes clear you've opened up more opportunities for despair. Though theLike the worlds of the previous Souls games, the world of Bloodborne is a dark, amoral place in which the only thing you can completely trust is your own level of perseverance. Doing the wrong thing will get you violently killed while doing the right thing will only give you a fleeting sense of achievement before it becomes clear you've opened up more opportunities for despair. Though the gameplay is rough around the edges and even dated in some aspects, Bloodborne is an intelligently designed action-RPG elevated to excellence by a superb Gothic atmosphere and an ambiguous storyline which gently invites you to unravel mysteries as unfathomable to the in-game characters as they are to you. Be aware that those who 'understand' the storyline are now hollowed husks existing only to enact the merest whims of The Great Old Ones...… Expand
  99. Sh4rk82
    May 28, 2015
    9
    LIke always the games made for ps4 have a good level. I never played with dark souls games but Blodeborne worth to be played. I found online mode really enjoyable and funny, it is good for a game where often the difficulty to defeat the bosses requires a hand.
  100. Raggedyryan
    May 25, 2015
    9
    Everyone is entitled to an opinion, but let's be honest, 0 out of 10 reviews for a game that has received the critical and commercial success that it has, are a teensy bit silly and not really credible....

    Anyway, dummy back in.... I have only ever played a small section of Dark Souls 2 on PS3 and sold the console/game before properly getting into it. The others have simply passed me by    Everyone is entitled to an opinion, but let's be honest, 0 out of 10 reviews for a game that has received the critical and commercial success that it has, are a teensy bit silly and not really credible....

    Anyway, dummy back in.... I have only ever played a small section of Dark Souls 2 on PS3 and sold the console/game before properly getting into it. The others have simply passed me by and possibly I was put off by the renowned difficultly. However, after hearing much praise for this and being quite drawn into the 'gothic' setting I thought I would give it go...

    I am so glad I did as I have now completed this game twice and can honestly say it is without doubt the best game I have played on this New Gen and possibly one of the best games I have ever played full stop.

    Yes it was challenging, and yes I spent 2 - 3 nights repeatedly trying to beat certain bosses (I only get a couple of hours gaming a night these days..), but once I had beaten them, or a particularly challenging section of the game, I found the feeling of accomplishment and reward that I had not felt in years with a game.

    It is a game that anyone should at least give a go and I promise if it's given the time of day, you too will enjoy the sense of reward this game offers. Currently at 80 hours play and you don't get that kind of value for money from many games these days.    … Expand
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#3 Best PS4 Game of 2015
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#1 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2015
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#9 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2015

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Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 100 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 99 out of 100
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 100
  3. Negative: 0 out of 100
  1. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    May 26, 2015
    90
    Visually striking, nerve-shredding and a fascinating streamlining of the Souls formula. Bloodborne is an exclusive jewel in the PS4 crown and you need to own it. [June 2015, p71]
  2. Games Master UK
    May 24, 2015
    90
    What a world. What a combat system. What a game. You don't want to miss this. [June 2015, p.56]
  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    May 20, 2015
    90
    It offers unparalleled player agency when dealing with From's wonderful third-person combat. [May 2015, p.79]
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