Bloodborne

 PlayStation 4
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Mar 24, 2015
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9.0

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  1. thecoon
    Jul 31, 2015
    9
    I'm not sure where to begin. The game is beautiful in a dark, grotesque and adverse way. You never feel welcome in this world and you are repeatedly brutally punished for your mistakes and ignorance. However badly beaten you feel, you continue your journey with a need to uncover the world's mysteries and to stand up for yourself. As you progress you become accustomed to fighting theI'm not sure where to begin. The game is beautiful in a dark, grotesque and adverse way. You never feel welcome in this world and you are repeatedly brutally punished for your mistakes and ignorance. However badly beaten you feel, you continue your journey with a need to uncover the world's mysteries and to stand up for yourself. As you progress you become accustomed to fighting the superior evil, rather than fleeing in fear. An oddly satisfying transition I have never experienced from any other game.… Expand
  2. ChickenNorris
    Jul 29, 2015
    10
    From Software, when it comes to level design, story and gameplay always did a great job, being restrained by the PS3 lack of power, they couldn't exploit their full potential, with the PS4 and Bloodborne, they, pretty much made a master piece , in ever single inch of this game you can see the work they've put into the game.
    First playthrough if going blind, is like every other souls    From Software, when it comes to level design, story and gameplay always did a great job, being restrained by the PS3 lack of power, they couldn't exploit their full potential, with the PS4 and Bloodborne, they, pretty much made a master piece , in ever single inch of this game you can see the work they've put into the game.
    First playthrough if going blind, is like every other souls games, it's going to be painful and slow, the diffculty makes everything more rewarding, because when playing Bloodborne there is nothing like managing to kill this boss you struggled on for so long. Then when you get the habit of playing, all these little tricks and all these patterns you finish by knowing perfectly make it so that going through the game a second time is almost like a whole new experience. Even if like every other game you might get bored at some point (like I did) there will always be this little thought in the back of your head who'll tell you "Oh what if I did this, that or that in Bloodborne" which gets you back to the game and makes it as fun as the first time you've ventured through the streets of Yharnam.    … Expand
  3. 2ofclubs
    Jul 29, 2015
    9
    I played this without ever playing any of the souls games, and oh boy, did I find it tough.
    The difficulty in the end leads to huge satisfaction when PREY SLAUGHTERED beams across the screen.
    The game looks beautiful and the requirement to think on your feet rather than frantically smash on R1 is a joy to behold. The sound (especially through headphones) is also excellent. I will    I played this without ever playing any of the souls games, and oh boy, did I find it tough.
    The difficulty in the end leads to huge satisfaction when PREY SLAUGHTERED beams across the screen.

    The game looks beautiful and the requirement to think on your feet rather than frantically smash on R1 is a joy to behold.

    The sound (especially through headphones) is also excellent.

    I will admit I was close to giving up, I guess many non Souls players will have done so, or come close, and this may be evident in the numerous 0 scores.

    "Don't Give Up" A note I saw a few times left by other players, and I can't echo it enough.    … Expand
  4. CoNn3r_B
    Jul 29, 2015
    6
    I found Bloodborne to be a hallow and overall boring experience and here is why.
    Level Design: The best thing about Dark Souls 1 and 2 is the level design, no matter what you say about DS2 Drangleic(I'm pretty sure I spelt that wrong) is a beautiful and varied place with dark castles to bright vibrant forests and the same goes double to DS1 but Bloodborne is just the same dark grey/blue    I found Bloodborne to be a hallow and overall boring experience and here is why.
    Level Design: The best thing about Dark Souls 1 and 2 is the level design, no matter what you say about DS2 Drangleic(I'm pretty sure I spelt that wrong) is a beautiful and varied place with dark castles to bright vibrant forests and the same goes double to DS1 but Bloodborne is just the same dark grey/blue world which is permanently miserable and has next to no variation in the colour pallet.
    Weapons: Yes they are cool with how they can switch changing your combat style mid fight and yes they look sexy but there are so few of them, I came across only 7 weapons in my play-through and 4 guns which is disappointing as hell, in DS1 and 2 you couldn't go five steps without tripping over a weapon useful or no. They need more weapons asap.
    Armour: You are restricted in what you can wear now whereas is DS you could wear light or medium or heavy or heavy-light...the world was your oyster but Bloodborne restricts you to coats and hats and like the weapons, they lack in variety.
    Combat: Combat is about the only redeeming thing in this game where it is fast paced and well laid out but it lacks the choice of DS, you could dual wield or use miracles or magic or sword and shield and so on so forth but in Bloodborne you are restricted to main hand and a gun, you can use both hands or torches and shields but they are so useless this time round, I went trough the entire game with the saw-cleaver and had no trouble which brings me to my next point...
    Difficulty: The main staple of the DS games is their difficulty, the hardest one to date is still DS1 and DS2 comes second, Bloodborne was easy in comparison, in my entire playthrough I died in combat 20 times rather than 150 in DS2 and over 200 in DS1. The enemies telegraphed their attacks from last week where most could be dodged by a quick back step anyway, the Bosses were so, so easy. Most were too big to actually hit you, you could just roll under them or step behind them and early on you become overpowered making the standard enemy nothing more than free xp.
    Story: To top it all off the story is god awful, this is a story where SPOILER ALERT the good ending has you turn into a **** squid...I'll let that swim around your head for a few moments SPOILER END the world tells you nothing about itself unlike DS1 and characters have no story what so ever, just showing up for nothing other than empty interactions or free items or you blow them or some menial crap like that.
    Overall: I didn't get a sense of accomplishment when I finished Bloodborne but instead I felt bored, I thought to myself what did I enjoy about this game and I found very few things to recall, I would mention the chalice dungeons but they can summed up in one word "Crap" I felt very disappointed in this game and opted to sell it and buy Dark Souls 2 Scholar of the First Sin instead which was way more interesting.
    6.5/10    … Expand
  5. allwititnow
    Jul 29, 2015
    10
    Wat a great game Sony was real smart fronting the money to publish a new ip.i think it's way better than dark souls although the games r similar in some aspects. I'm looking forward to some dlc. Graphically the game is gorgeous. The style is like no other game n enemies look awesome. The bosses r huge n the battles r epic. The game is difficult wen u start the game bit if u keep goin bak 2Wat a great game Sony was real smart fronting the money to publish a new ip.i think it's way better than dark souls although the games r similar in some aspects. I'm looking forward to some dlc. Graphically the game is gorgeous. The style is like no other game n enemies look awesome. The bosses r huge n the battles r epic. The game is difficult wen u start the game bit if u keep goin bak 2 base n repeat the 1st couple of levels n take the time to level up before u progress further the game will b a bit easier n more enjoyable. Trust me take a few hours n level up its worth it… Expand
  6. mcwalsh
    Jul 28, 2015
    10
    From Software scores big again with a spiritual successor to the punishing Souls series. Deep, addictive, huge and brutal, Bloodborne is everything his predecessors ever was with better graphics, more dynamic to the combats and a backstory as sad and incredible as possible. A must for everyone who owns a PS4.
  7. Hashtagyoloswag
    Jul 28, 2015
    10
    Bloodborne is the PS4's first truly must have killer app.When I first heard about Bloodborne's announcement I had become very interested in it's whole concept. I wasn't able to play it on day one because I hadn't had a PS4 by the time the game was released. But I was soon able to get a PS4 and my (new) uncle had his own copy of the game and decided to let me have it for free. Sometimes, IBloodborne is the PS4's first truly must have killer app.When I first heard about Bloodborne's announcement I had become very interested in it's whole concept. I wasn't able to play it on day one because I hadn't had a PS4 by the time the game was released. But I was soon able to get a PS4 and my (new) uncle had his own copy of the game and decided to let me have it for free. Sometimes, I WISH I paid money for this game, because that's what From Software deserves for this gem. Bloodborne does not disappoint.

    First, let's talk about the what exactly BB is. Bloodborne is a spiritual successor to Dark Souls and Demon's Souls, borrowing the hubworld idea and horror aspect from demon's souls, the intricate level design from Dark Souls, and the amazing story "telling" from both. Deep down in it's roots, BB is a souls game, but there are so many ways it deviates and innovates from its successors that calling it a re-skin would make you look kind of stupid.

    The combat in particular is spectacular. It is no longer passive like previous games were where you hid behind your shield, observe enemy patterns, and strike when they're open. In BB, there's only one shield, and it SUUUUCKS. Most people playing would have no use for it at all. There is also no heavy armor, so you'll never worry about how fast you roll. The enemies are said to be three times as quick as the enemies in other souls titles, so you have no choice BUT to be aggressive if you want to live. This allows the combat to be more thrilling than ever before, and it will guarantee that you will find yourself on the edge of your seat. Now, you may have your doubts about the variety of weapons in the game, the number being 42. But each weapon can transform into a different "mode" that changes the damage, reach, and moveset of the weapon on the fly. So there are practically 84 weapons, along with sidearms like guns, which you use to counter enemy attacks and leave them open for a visceral attack, torches, or the shield I mentioned earlier. And just like any souls game, Bloodborne is HAAAARRRD. In fact, I think it's the hardest souls game to date! The enemies are merciless, they will use any chance they get to take your life, and you will be signing your death warrant if you're not concentrating and being careless. This game Isn't artificially hard, where any enemy could one hit you, or they just spam attacks all the time without relent. When you die, it's most likely your own fault. But when you've been losing to a boss countless times and you finally beat it, the overwhelming sense of accomplishment is unmatched.

    Bloodborne is also amazing with its story telling. In the beginning, all you know about the game is that you're some dude in some town called Y'harnam where a plague that turns men into beasts is ravaging the city. But what is unique about this game and its successors is how it tells you the story, which it basically doesn't. Instead, the story is divided into tiny little spoonfuls, which are scattered around the whole game, with some missing, leaving you to figure out what flavor they are based on that of the other spoonfuls you found. This is why some reviewers say the story is nonexistent in this game, because they were too lazy to look for it. The story is not given to you through cutscenes, but rather, little things, such as item descriptions, optional npc dialogue, the design of enemies, the layout of certain areas, and even the location of item pickups. This kind of story has created a large community of other people who play BB and work together to create their own theories and help each other piece the story together, like a massive lore hunt. In the beginning of the game, it all seems to be filled with horror tropes, but when you get deeper, the game begins to slowly turn into a lovecraftian cosmic horror story.

    Now, let's talk about the soundtrack, oh the SOUNDTRACK! If you didn't already know, the soundtrack was composed by Chris Velasco, the same guy who composed the God of War soundtrack. And, in my opinion, his work in BB is just as good as his work with God of War, if not even better. The soundtrack is used very sparingly, it's is only used when in specific areas and in boss battles. This serves to set the proper tone for everything from the calming peacefulness and safety of the hubworld to the tension of a boss battle. And the songs themselves are works of art. I often find myself listening to songs from the game on the internet and humming along to them because they are so good.

    Bloodborne came around at March 24th, 2015. It's not even September yet, but I think I've already found my game of the year. Bloodborne is a game I will play for ages to come.    … Expand
  8. 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
  9. Kanivakil
    Jul 26, 2015
    5
    I've only played about a few hours into this game but it is impossible to enjoy it for longer periods of time because the game gives me a headache due to its frame rate. The game does not run smoothly. It appears to stutter. I'm a PC gamer who is accustomed to 60 FPS so if you are a life/exclusive console gamer then I believe the game would be excellent for you--ignorance is bliss. I'veI've only played about a few hours into this game but it is impossible to enjoy it for longer periods of time because the game gives me a headache due to its frame rate. The game does not run smoothly. It appears to stutter. I'm a PC gamer who is accustomed to 60 FPS so if you are a life/exclusive console gamer then I believe the game would be excellent for you--ignorance is bliss. I've deducted 5 points solely because of that reason. Otherwise the game is near perfect in terms of visuals and mood it presents.… Expand
  10. NinjaLandGameYT
    Jul 23, 2015
    10
    Bloodborne - Themed Upgrade to Souls series

    + A variety of old and new horror themes and interesting enviorments + Intense action game play + Interesting environments with plenty of surprises + Ominously interesting boss design + Randomly generated dungeons + Great multi-player action, and PVP - Lack of much game changes upon New game + - Steep learning curve for newcomers -    Bloodborne - Themed Upgrade to Souls series

    + A variety of old and new horror themes and interesting enviorments
    + Intense action game play
    + Interesting environments with plenty of surprises
    + Ominously interesting boss design
    + Randomly generated dungeons
    + Great multi-player action, and PVP

    - Lack of much game changes upon New game +
    - Steep learning curve for newcomers
    - Game-play systems also have learning curve

    Overall - The games horror sci fi themes combined with the intense game-play and exploration provide many hours, around 40 - 80 of great game-play. Intense and amazing moments with bosses and friends is to be had. After the game is completed, progression slows down and not much new happens, other then PVP, which is still not optimized.    … Expand
  11. HonestReviewz
    Jul 22, 2015
    9
    This is a refined version of the Dark souls series. The combat now feels fresh, but still challenging, and there are many ways to play Bloodborne. It lacks imagination within the story, but more than makes up for it with its smooth gameplay.

    Bottom line: A must play for almost any fan of rpgs and action orientated games. If you are looking for an easy game to chug through, then you're    This is a refined version of the Dark souls series. The combat now feels fresh, but still challenging, and there are many ways to play Bloodborne. It lacks imagination within the story, but more than makes up for it with its smooth gameplay.

    Bottom line: A must play for almost any fan of rpgs and action orientated games. If you are looking for an easy game to chug through, then you're better suited looking at a different genre.

    Overall score: 9.2 out of 10
    Reason for deduction: Lackluster story and characters.    … Expand
  12. HelloWorld98
    Jul 22, 2015
    10
    Bloodborne is, without a doubt, the best game I've played this year... maybe ever. Even with solid, new releases like Witcher 3 and Batman, I find myself yearning to revisit Yharnam again and again..!

    I've never felt such accomplishment after some of these boss fights - it's a rush you NEED to experience. 10/10 recommend this game.
  13. AlbusDumbledore
    Jul 22, 2015
    10
    I never finished any souls game before playing this game (played about 1-2 hours of dark souls and raged quit). However, after playing this game (and playing it well) made it one of the best video game i played in years. This game also made me come back to playing dark souls which is becoming one of the best as well.

    This game is not for everyone though. If you have the patience and    I never finished any souls game before playing this game (played about 1-2 hours of dark souls and raged quit). However, after playing this game (and playing it well) made it one of the best video game i played in years. This game also made me come back to playing dark souls which is becoming one of the best as well.

    This game is not for everyone though. If you have the patience and time, and would like to experience a one of a kind game, I 100% recommend this game. Best game so far ( Jul 22, 2015) on Playstation 4.

    Thank you and I love you    … Expand
  14. VideoGame_Guru
    Jul 20, 2015
    10
    i wrote an indeph review but it wouldnt all fit so heres the end of it.

    As a whole this is by far the best game on the playstation 4 to date and has undoubtably kept me captivated, this is one of the most enjoyable and fulfilling games Iā€™ve ever played and it has made me fall in love with this series, even after completing the game for the 3rd time I find myself going back to playing it    i wrote an indeph review but it wouldnt all fit so heres the end of it.

    As a whole this is by far the best game on the playstation 4 to date and has undoubtably kept me captivated, this is one of the most enjoyable and fulfilling games Iā€™ve ever played and it has made me fall in love with this series, even after completing the game for the 3rd time I find myself going back to playing it just because it is so much more entertaining once you master the mechanics of the game. There has recently been DLC announced and I for one am very much looking forward to it. Not many games capture my attention like this one has and that is a rare thing especially recently when the market is full of first person shooters so this really has been a breath of fresh air. If you havenā€™t played bloodborne yet then I highly recommend you do and if you have been debating whether or not to purchase a ps4 then I think that this game could just be the decider. Bloodborne 100% deserves the credit it gets and more. For that reason I highly recommend it to fans of the soul series as you will definitely enjoy it and newcomers will enjoy the learning experience that the game brings.    … Expand
  15. alkaabi_of_war
    Jul 20, 2015
    10
    beeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeest game ever
  16. ford0075
    Jul 16, 2015
    10
    30 years of gaming and I've never encountered such a captivating, adrenaline-inducing experience. If you are considering Bloodborne, stop considering and start playing. You will be on the edge of your seat as you explore each new area where the moon light reflects off the blood-stained Victorian architecture in just such a way to completely immerse you in the environment. Your heart will30 years of gaming and I've never encountered such a captivating, adrenaline-inducing experience. If you are considering Bloodborne, stop considering and start playing. You will be on the edge of your seat as you explore each new area where the moon light reflects off the blood-stained Victorian architecture in just such a way to completely immerse you in the environment. Your heart will race throughout each boss fight leaving you with an indescribable feeling of accomplishment when you prevail. Bloodborne's unique approach to story-telling will captivate you and make you think the way no other game can.

    Fair warning though, Bloodborne takes a sink or swim approach. You will wake up in the city of Yarnham and be left to you devices to start. The story unfolds through exploration instead of forcing you to watch cut-scenes. You will be killed several times before you will become adept enough at the fast-paced combat to move forward. Those that swim make it to the first boss, see the story start to unfold, and set out on an amazing adventure. Those that sink give up, write a negative review, and miss out on the best game of the generation.

    If you want your hand held, win fights by leveling up instead of improving, be force-fed a story through tedious cut-scenes, and explore a generic world on a horse that's more difficult to steer than a Formula One racecar then check out TW3.    … Expand
  17. Ryn_Ken
    Jul 16, 2015
    8
    This game has amazing combat, exploration, lore and visuals, but it gets more then enough praise as it is. So I'll be focusing on what I think could have been improved.

    The first issue I ran into was the rate at which a gun stagger would work but still leave me injured by the enemies attack. The health regain system can often make up for this since an effective visceral attack will    This game has amazing combat, exploration, lore and visuals, but it gets more then enough praise as it is. So I'll be focusing on what I think could have been improved.

    The first issue I ran into was the rate at which a gun stagger would work but still leave me injured by the enemies attack. The health regain system can often make up for this since an effective visceral attack will immediately refill the lost health, but in situations were the attack stuns you for too long to take advantage or one shots you it starts feeling like a flaw with nothing more then a bandage on it while being called "fixed."

    There are a lot of moments in this game where the developer's idea of difficulty is the amount of times a player can be killed by a single quick attack or stun-locking combo while giving the opponent far more health then they have any business having. Where the game should have been going for a feeling of accomplishment by rising to the challenge it sometimes only left me being glad a cheap enemy was finally dead.

    The loading Screens were an annoying problem when the game released, but even after the patch to reduce the amount of waiting and giving you something to look at during it there is still a big problem with this system. There are far too many situation that require two loading screens when its shouldn't have required any. This is because they wanted to hub area to be an important place for the player, but it comes at the cost of convenience at every turn. Want to level up? two load screens. Want to change your runes? two load screens. Want to upgrade your weapons? two load screens. want to buy something? two load screens. want to go to a different area? two load screens.

    The lack of different weapons isn't a flaw in itself but it does manage to cause a problem that was avoided in the other FromSoft games. Since almost every weapon is essentially its own weapon type any of the ones found later in the game will be like lost potential as you think about how much you would have liked using it on the bosses you've already beaten.

    And lastly there's the unimpressive NG+ which is nothing more then the exact same game with the same enemies, but with more health and dealing more damage.    … Expand
  18. buckeyegamer
    Jul 15, 2015
    0
    I normally don't do reviews but I wanted to for this. I was really, really looking forward to this game. However when I finally got my hands on it I was severely disappointed. Yes the game is challenging but that is not why I didn't like it. I didn't like it because i thought it was so boring. I honestly only made it a couple of hours at most into it but I wasn't about to force myself toI normally don't do reviews but I wanted to for this. I was really, really looking forward to this game. However when I finally got my hands on it I was severely disappointed. Yes the game is challenging but that is not why I didn't like it. I didn't like it because i thought it was so boring. I honestly only made it a couple of hours at most into it but I wasn't about to force myself to play a video game that I wasn't enjoying at the time for the chance that it got better. The graphics where amazing and the story/action seemed good. However I did not like the general game mechanics or the"help" system. I can see how it can have such a huge following but it just wasn't for me.… Expand
  19. dillymonnn
    Jul 15, 2015
    1
    Can't even give this game a score and I'll tell you exactly why. Looking for something with impossible difficulty, no story line, no tutorial/note ridden game with an inventory screen that looks like a 500 page novel? Oh, and not to mention trash combat mechanics? Well stop right here nerd, because this is what you've been dreaming of. I can't express the anger and frustration this gameCan't even give this game a score and I'll tell you exactly why. Looking for something with impossible difficulty, no story line, no tutorial/note ridden game with an inventory screen that looks like a 500 page novel? Oh, and not to mention trash combat mechanics? Well stop right here nerd, because this is what you've been dreaming of. I can't express the anger and frustration this game has caused me to feel. I am a very well seasoned gamer, and I can pick up pretty much any game and play through it. Not until I placed this game inside my ps4. Optimistic after reading a wealthy amount of fantastic reviews, and trading in my Destiny and Battlefield Hardline towards it, imagine my surprise when I get thrown into such a terribly made game. I played a good 24 hours, and I kid you not, I was stuck on the first checkpoint the entire time. That's right, the first level. getting frustrated at this game is an understatement. If a well rounded gamer like me can't get passed the first level, then how the hell is anyone else supposed to do it?! If your looking for a game that will make you angry, then go no further. Granted I don't know the full extent of the game because, well, the game doesn't explain jack **** to you. It throws you into some weird overly dramatic sophisticated character creation screen, then straight to reading a bunch of nonsense you wont remember, then comes the dying and restarting. Evading? better hope its timed better than Einstein's Quantum Algorithm. Trying to heal? Better hope you're 5 miles away from the nearest enemy. Want to just run through the entire level and avoid a brain rupture? A great idea, but you Better hope you're ready for the boss who is 5 million levels higher than you with a health bar that goes off the screen at the end :) Just like the dark souls games. Which in my opinion I have no idea why anyone gives these worthless annoying games any attention. What are you trying to achieve in a game with no story/dialogue, crappy fighting mechanics, and stupid little inventory pick ups that you don't even know what they're used for?? just keep restarting, dying, losing all your points, no checkpoints whatsoever I mean give me a break! who finds pleasure and excitement in these games? I mean unless you're some fat nerd who grinds it all day to make one checkpoint?! sorry but I want to live a long and healthy life, and this game is gonna cause me to have a seizure and heart attack at the same time. Not only does this game feel and resemble the dark souls games, it might as well be a sequel to them. waaay too similar to be considered a whole new game. So, what have we learned today? Bloodborne is a game that was copied and pasted from dark souls and probably took 3 months to make, with no story, a great character creation screen, terrible and delayed fighting mechanics, and a giant empty inventory with worthless junk, in fact you should put your own temper in the inventory to be honest. if only it were possible /: very disappointed with this game. okay im done.… Expand
  20. vinamas
    Jul 13, 2015
    10
    The best game on the PS4 to date.Epic and exciting battles with ton if strategy and thinking involved you must prepare for every. encounter in this well made masterpiece.
  21. lightyears
    Jul 13, 2015
    5
    I usually play other type of games. But because of the critical appraise I had to buy it. What became a frustrating experience.Staretd the game and it was to difficult for me.So expected a tutorial. Not found. Than at least expected a menu to be able to change difficulty settings. Also not found. After two days I was done with it. I didnt have the will to keep trying. Just wanted to haveI usually play other type of games. But because of the critical appraise I had to buy it. What became a frustrating experience.Staretd the game and it was to difficult for me.So expected a tutorial. Not found. Than at least expected a menu to be able to change difficulty settings. Also not found. After two days I was done with it. I didnt have the will to keep trying. Just wanted to have fun. Game failed to deliver. May have come further if i kept trying. But I hate that. A game needs to be fun. Not a frustrating annoying challenge. The game didnt seem worth it anyway. Graphics arent special at all. Sony try better next time if you release an exclusive. At least give several difficulties so that new games as well as experienced gamers enjoy it. For me Sony failed to deliver here.… Expand
  22. ReakingHavok
    Jul 8, 2015
    7
    decent story, one of the hardest games i have ever played...with that being said..just because its hard doesnt mean it goods it means it is hard. the game shouldnt be judged by how hard it is but by how good the mechanics and game play is along with the story. not as great as people make it seem and definatly not as bad as some people are rating it. just because you dont like how hard thedecent story, one of the hardest games i have ever played...with that being said..just because its hard doesnt mean it goods it means it is hard. the game shouldnt be judged by how hard it is but by how good the mechanics and game play is along with the story. not as great as people make it seem and definatly not as bad as some people are rating it. just because you dont like how hard the game is be respectful and rate on the other stuff like immersion, mechanics and story… Expand
  23. SillyRukus
    Jul 7, 2015
    10
    I cannot believe I waited so long to buy this gem. I am loving eveey minute of it and it feels so warm and dark while playing this. I love the skill that needs to be put into this. The detail the story and most of all the mechanics are outstanding. Thank you for making such a beautiful game for all of the Dark Soul fans. I wish I could rate you 100.
  24. 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.
  25. Nattervan
    Jul 3, 2015
    8
    This game is amazing, it's hard to stop thinking about it. It does so many things right, it looks great has deep game play and has an intense atmosphere. Most of the negative reviews are from people who never played the game at all. Its longer then your average game too, so happy hunting.
  26. superdonkey
    Jul 2, 2015
    10
    bloodborne can start off frustrating especially if your not familiar with souls games but persist a while and you will experience something unique. bloodborne takes a nightmare are makes it into a game, nothing else has come close to this in terms of total challenge/reward in such a deeply woven environment.
  27. Thuntasaurus
    Jun 29, 2015
    9
    Hello and welcome to a wonderful review by me, Thuntasaurus.

    I DO have existential knowledge on the 'Souls' series, this game, despite not being apart of the actual franchise, is an splendidly fun 'Souls-like' game, at the very least. If you are on the fence about buying this game, please, take to note that this game is NOT easy, nor is it supposed to be. Those with short tempers,    Hello and welcome to a wonderful review by me, Thuntasaurus.

    I DO have existential knowledge on the 'Souls' series, this game, despite not being apart of the actual franchise, is an splendidly fun 'Souls-like' game, at the very least. If you are on the fence about buying this game, please, take to note that this game is NOT easy, nor is it supposed to be. Those with short tempers, purchase at your own risk. I highly recommend this game to anyone and everyone, with the exception of those who are highly temper-mental.

    But hey, that's just one person's thought on the game. Try Bloodborne out for yourself, you may like it, love it, or hate it as you please. Either way, you can return the game as you see fit. But anyway, that's all for now folks, I'll see you... on the other side. Bye-bye!    … Expand
  28. PhilMcracken
    Jun 29, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is one of the most immersive experiences you will ever find in a game, as is the case with all Fromsoft games. To start of, it nails the atmosphere, having spectacular graphics and a dark and gloomy feel to everything you look at. As soon as you enter the starting are, anything you see, you can go there... in time. and this is one of my favorite examples of Victorian London in a game or movie.

    A story is a large part of this game, and it is very hard for players to understand it, although if you take your time to research the amazing lore in this game, it will lead to a much better experience. As you venture through the game, you will have no clear goal, except from the cryptic hints you gain from the few npcs and notes you find throughout the game and from first sight it seems like you're only hunting beasts, but as you progress through the game you are waging a battle against the very GODS, which makes you feel pretty awesome. Fromsoftware nails making you feel like the character, as you are thrusted into a world you don't understand.

    The gameplay is my favorite aspect in your game, being difficult, although fair, and it will take awhile for new players to adapt. The weapons add to the diversity, as it is more quality over quantity compared to the other souls games, and they all have different ways to use them to your advantage, against different enemies. The bosses in this game are phenomenal(except from the witches of hemwick), as the visuals and attacks are amazing, and a boss fight is something you need to prepare for, and will often take multiple tries, but the moment when you beat one is unforgettable. Bloodborne has scared me more than any horror game I've ever played, as you don't know whats round the corner, and you don't want to lose all those precious blood echoes you've amassed 20 steps away from the next checkpoint.

    There are a few problems with this game, such as it does not welcome new players well enough, and you need to of either played other souls games or to just keep trying... hard... very hard. The online aspects have improved from other souls games, although it still confusing and sometimes the servers cant keep up to the mass amount of enemies, especially in particular areas. To add, armor doesn't play a big roll in this game, as it has no weight or outstanding statistics compared to other, and i normally just keep to the most well rounded, the one most appropriate to the boss fight, or just looks, and that is one thing the armor has, looks.

    Overall in my opinion Bloodborne is a must have Ps4 exclusive, as it will quickly immerse you and it may even introduce you into the souls genre. Bloodborne is one of my GOTY's so far, and i can't wait for the upcoming DLC, and the future projects of FromSoftware and the game director Hidetaka Miyazaki. Do you're self a favor and buy this.    … Expand
  29. 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.
  30. prawntoast1
    Jun 28, 2015
    9
    I want to first say that I have never played any of the Dark Souls games so Bloodborne was my first game of this type. It is a challenge, it is hard but very rewarding when you figure out how to kill a boss or getting past a point you have struggled in the past with. It is a very dark world with beautiful architecture. Controls take a while to get used to. This game is not for everyoneI want to first say that I have never played any of the Dark Souls games so Bloodborne was my first game of this type. It is a challenge, it is hard but very rewarding when you figure out how to kill a boss or getting past a point you have struggled in the past with. It is a very dark world with beautiful architecture. Controls take a while to get used to. This game is not for everyone however! It takes time and commitment but it is an experience well worth the while.… Expand
  31. beaRaip
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    My only experience with souls games before this was Dark Souls, which I was extremely addicted to; it simply just does SO much that other games don't, story hidden in plain sight (not stuffed into your face with monologues), compelling and engaging combat and so much more. I thus preordered Bloodborne, and I am currently going through the game for the 3rd time with the same character. InMy only experience with souls games before this was Dark Souls, which I was extremely addicted to; it simply just does SO much that other games don't, story hidden in plain sight (not stuffed into your face with monologues), compelling and engaging combat and so much more. I thus preordered Bloodborne, and I am currently going through the game for the 3rd time with the same character. In short Bloodborne is: one of the most interesting and different stories you'll find in games, the best and most satisfying combat-system, level-design that warrants its own masterclass-course, a game that RESPECTS your ability to figure out problems (bosses) with an arsenal of different tools = BUY IT!… Expand
  32. jay4399
    Jun 22, 2015
    10
    This game is a challenge and that is what makes this game so different from all the spoon feeding games created nowadays, right from the get go you have to discover, explore the game to understand the story and its mechanics which makes it interesting. Add in the replay value for chalice dungeons (though they follow a similar architecture but covers it by finding exceptional root and newThis game is a challenge and that is what makes this game so different from all the spoon feeding games created nowadays, right from the get go you have to discover, explore the game to understand the story and its mechanics which makes it interesting. Add in the replay value for chalice dungeons (though they follow a similar architecture but covers it by finding exceptional root and new bosses) this game is totally worth the price tag and mainly no DLC purchases yet which makes the game complete. If your the type of player who can;t take the challenge then this game is not for you.… Expand
  33. RobyLula555
    Jun 22, 2015
    10
    Oh, the joy, my second favourite game of all time.it's fun, it's hard, its rewarding. For me it is much better thab dark souls becouse it is more agressive and more fun.
  34. Sherrytrifle
    Jun 20, 2015
    10
    The fact that gamers who were not fans of the Souls' games are raving about this game says it all. Most of the negative reviews are from people who did not have the staying power to persevere past the first boss. Once you pass the first boss you are then able to take advantage of the coop system and from there the game can be a breeze. If you are finding it very hard, I suggest leavingThe fact that gamers who were not fans of the Souls' games are raving about this game says it all. Most of the negative reviews are from people who did not have the staying power to persevere past the first boss. Once you pass the first boss you are then able to take advantage of the coop system and from there the game can be a breeze. If you are finding it very hard, I suggest leaving the dungeons till the end or even to NG+ as they do not scale. This game can be as big or as small as the player wishes. Bloodborne is brilliant and above all great fun.… Expand
  35. Sephiroth_X
    Jun 20, 2015
    10
    Demon souls 4, ops i mean Bloodborne is a souls game in everything except name, and thats a GOOD thing, back is the relentlessly difficulty amazing atmosphere and customization of any of the souls games, this one is way faster tho, and focused on offensive combat rather than deffense (you don't have a shield this time around).

    If you loved past souls games this is a must, is even better    Demon souls 4, ops i mean Bloodborne is a souls game in everything except name, and thats a GOOD thing, back is the relentlessly difficulty amazing atmosphere and customization of any of the souls games, this one is way faster tho, and focused on offensive combat rather than deffense (you don't have a shield this time around).

    If you loved past souls games this is a must, is even better than dark souls 2, if you didn't liked its unforgiving difficulty stay away from it cause this is a hard game no doubt, but if you endure the experience, the reward is fantastic, this is an RPG were the experience points goes directly into the player!    … Expand
  36. Tanner0259
    Jun 19, 2015
    9
    Bloodborne has an interesting twist on it that sets in apart from the Dark Souls series and that is the guns. However because of the inclusion of the guns it is easier to take on hordes of enemies at a time because if you shoot only one of the enemies it will only aggro that one and the others will either just stand there or begin to walk towards you very slowly. The only one to run is theBloodborne has an interesting twist on it that sets in apart from the Dark Souls series and that is the guns. However because of the inclusion of the guns it is easier to take on hordes of enemies at a time because if you shoot only one of the enemies it will only aggro that one and the others will either just stand there or begin to walk towards you very slowly. The only one to run is the one you shot. because of this the game can be a lot easier than the Dark Souls series and that can be a turn off from this game. As someone that finds the Dark Souls games very challenging, playing Bloodborne after them I find it to be a lot easier and I like it more because of that.… Expand
  37. Moon_Presence
    Jun 19, 2015
    10
    First off, I've never played any Dark Souls games before, so the style of this game was very new to me. The only reason I got it was because it received a high score on Metacritic and because it had a reputation for being very challenging. I'll admit, in the beginning, this game frustrated me ALOT. For the life of me I couldn't figure out how to stay alive in this cruel world. However,First off, I've never played any Dark Souls games before, so the style of this game was very new to me. The only reason I got it was because it received a high score on Metacritic and because it had a reputation for being very challenging. I'll admit, in the beginning, this game frustrated me ALOT. For the life of me I couldn't figure out how to stay alive in this cruel world. However, every time I shut off my game in frustration, I always came back to it. There was something about this game that just never left my mind. And, after dying several times, I began to realize what I was doing wrong, and I actually began to get pretty good at the game. Each boss has their own strategy and their own weaknesses, and figuring out how to exploit them was such an amazing feeling. I can honestly say that no other game has really captured me like Bloodborne has, and for that I can't recommend it enough.… Expand
  38. 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.
  39. TikiDarkesHour
    Jun 17, 2015
    10
    Now after hearing all the hype and all of my friends tell me how great this game was i finnaly went out bought a PS4 and this game for it and played it. Almost instantly i fell in love with it. As a pc gamer this ps4 exclusive is my new favorite game of all time just barely passing skyrim. Now if you have never played a sould game then you should know that this game isnt to be takenNow after hearing all the hype and all of my friends tell me how great this game was i finnaly went out bought a PS4 and this game for it and played it. Almost instantly i fell in love with it. As a pc gamer this ps4 exclusive is my new favorite game of all time just barely passing skyrim. Now if you have never played a sould game then you should know that this game isnt to be taken lightly. It isnt difficult as in borderlands or those cheesey inde games that are hard for the wrong reasons. Its hard because its a game that requires true pacience and mastery of your movement weapon and personal play style. The game is very tedius and when a simple 3 hit combo can kill you in an instant you better be on your toes. Probably the best redeeming value to this game is its endless replay value along with co-op(fun although very limited) pvp new game plus that can go up to 100 if you really want to play it that much. The games difficulty keeps it from eventually loosing its charm becuase no matter how good you are you will always die to one good screw up. The game is amazing in every way and although not everyones cup of tea, if you want a challenge then look no further.… Expand
  40. Braggi
    Jun 17, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Summary: Minimalistic design and a great gothic atmosphere. A gem of a game missing 10 only for some frustrating issues at the outset, messing up a beginnerā€™s game experience. Thereā€™s no easy mode to experience the story, you must learn to control your avatar.
    The story unfolds in small soundbites here and there. The player remembers little ā€“ only signing a treaty with a dubious old man in a wheelchair, and receiving an infusion to be ā€œacceptableā€ in Yharnam. There would be some weird experiences, like being in a dream.
    Careless wording ā€“ nightmare it is. Usually after first death one reaches base, and may choose weapons. Yharnam is lost to a plague, the only clue is to find Paleblood. Hunting the mutated inhabitants seems to be the only available way. But if the player is the good guy, why does she prowl the streets and rip strange-looking people apart? Why do they call her infested and cursed, begging and praying when they die? It is the night of the hunt ā€“ and the night will only end when the hunt is overā€¦
    This is the gorgeous gothic version of ā€œground-hog dayā€ ā€“ whenever I die or return to my base, the world will start anew. Only boss kills are final; I can grow, open doors and shortcuts for the next run, or unlock waypoints. Dying is common and part of the design ā€“ so a boring 35 sec load screen for every restart is a bummer, spoiling the experience.
    Dialogue partners are hidden behind barricaded doors. Sadly the first really important one, at the second waypoint, is easy to miss. Ambiguous level design. He will give me pointers and reassure that Iā€™m on track, help the story unfold. Most of the others just shoo me away.
    Level design is awesome, making full use of 3D, with the colour palette mostly shades of grey or brass. I can crisscross my path on numerous planes, allowing for all the shortcuts to unlock and some nice visual foreshadowing. On the flipside this makes a readable map nearly impossible, so there is none.
    Iā€™m more familiar with mouse and keyboard. My hardest struggle in the beginning is with the gamepad, controlling my avatar. Manually locking on an enemy only works when I look in his direction, so in the rough and tumble of a fight it often fails. Also thereā€™s no feedback when an attack fails for lack of stamina, or an action fails when Iā€™m stunned. Maybe this is why some reviewers called the controls clunky.
    My weapon can be transformed, between short and fast and longer reach but slower. The starter axe even turns into a true two-handed pike. In close quarters, the long form often ineffectively bumps from the environment, leaving me open to attacks. Whip seems worst, with its vast area of effect. Die, learn, reload, die again. Fighting feels like medieval fencing. Key is to evade and exploit enemy downtime, or interrupt with timed attacks or an off-hand gun. Aggressive playstyle is rewarded, I can recover injuries if I counterattack immediately.
    Killing foes earns me bloodechoes, the gameā€™s currency to shop and level up. When the game starts, I can only buy slightly better armour and some consumables. Whenever I die, all my gained echos drop at the spot of my demise and must be recovered before I die again ā€“ which makes the game seem hopelessly tedious for a beginner.
    The first area is a tutorial. Opponents predictably patrol the streets, and I get the good old ā€œCommandosā€ feeling ā€“ clumsy and vulnerable, I must sneak and pick off my foes one by one. When gaining confidence and some skill, itā€™s actually a good training ground, where I can brawl and test moves and tactics, securely recovering echoes whenever I fail.
    To unlock levelling I need insight ā€“ also known as ā€œhunterā€™s madnessā€ - may my hunter go feral after all? After learning how to handle my avatar better, the first optional boss is reached in less than an hour playtime total - a newbieā€™s new game with a ā€œwaste of skinā€ character ā€“ and I can start to level up.
    Almost anything feels hard earned. Some new garments, a torch, my first weapon upgrade ā€“ or even the right to level. My base, the ā€œHunterā€™s Dreamā€, tracks my progress - there is no log. Each new boss is daunting.
    New gear changes my looks or the fighting style, but is not necessarily superior. Items to upgrade my gear of choice are in short supply, so at some point Iā€™ll stick with only a few weapons.
    Character stats look erratic and unintuitive. For starters improving health and stamina are best, while any level-up increases defence. The other four stats are initially only for weapon requirements; non-upgraded weapons hardly benefit damage wise. This looks less elegant than the rest of the design, maybe it will grow on me later.
    The patch has some appreciated fixes ā€“ reduce load times or display item descriptions while loading are the most obvious. Grain of salt: if I wanted to download a 2.8 GB patch then Iā€™d play PC gamesā€¦    … Expand
  41. Birdie
    Jun 15, 2015
    8
    A really fun game lasting a couple of playthroughs. Fun but few weapons with a cool approach to action.

    But the lack of diversity regarding builds and weapons makes the PvP experience short (If you compare to Dark Souls 2 for example which I've played for hundreds of hours and still not tired of it). It's also very hard finding people to fight. An arena would at least let you fight    A really fun game lasting a couple of playthroughs. Fun but few weapons with a cool approach to action.

    But the lack of diversity regarding builds and weapons makes the PvP experience short (If you compare to Dark Souls 2 for example which I've played for hundreds of hours and still not tired of it).
    It's also very hard finding people to fight.

    An arena would at least let you fight regularly.
    If you manage to fight you quickly notice that the action system isn't really that great for PvP.
    You get stuck all the time, people heal to easy and the jumping system isn't optimal. Sure, you don't need to lock on to role instead but I want to role AND lock on.

    Oh well, I'm hoping for a DLC that will fix things.
    I still give the game an 8 out of 10 because the atmosphere and fighting is really fun outside PvP.
    The game is way too easy though. I completed it in around 3 hours with my second character. My first playthrought took around 30 or so hours. The challenge lies within the later Chalice Dungeons instead.

    Best game on the PS4 except for Dark Souls 2.    … Expand
  42. BloodiedSamurai
    Jun 14, 2015
    9
    Bloodborne is accessible for the new gamers and has the depth and challenge for the hardcore as well.
    A faster paced combat system focusing on offence and duck and weave tactics rather than hide behind a shield waiting for your opening , the brave will be rewarded.
    Armour you find becomes more tactical depending on the enemies you face . Decent weapons to choose and select for your    Bloodborne is accessible for the new gamers and has the depth and challenge for the hardcore as well.
    A faster paced combat system focusing on offence and duck and weave tactics rather than hide behind a shield waiting for your opening , the brave will be rewarded.
    Armour you find becomes more tactical depending on the enemies you face .
    Decent weapons to choose and select for your play style , good multiplayer if over complicated to set up at first.
    A really good Game for a PS4 owner to have.    … Expand
  43. Napman
    Jun 12, 2015
    10
    Absolutely love this game. Many of the reviews talk about not enjoying the game because of the steep learning curve or becoming frustrated. To that I say, it definitely gets better. The first 6-10 hours can be extremely frustrating with little progress, but you begin to learn that you can't approach this game with the same strategy that you would with games like The Witcher or Skyrim. OnceAbsolutely love this game. Many of the reviews talk about not enjoying the game because of the steep learning curve or becoming frustrated. To that I say, it definitely gets better. The first 6-10 hours can be extremely frustrating with little progress, but you begin to learn that you can't approach this game with the same strategy that you would with games like The Witcher or Skyrim. Once as you make this realization you can truly appreciate the difficulty and strategy that you must take to master the game. Absolutely loved this game and would recommend it to anyone looking for an excellent game.… Expand
  44. 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
  45. FearTheOldBlood
    Jun 11, 2015
    10
    I'm a huge fan of this masterpiece, best game of 2015 by far, I think it beats Dark Souls with smoother combat, addictive gameplay and amazing visuals.
  46. 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
  47. WoshJills
    Jun 10, 2015
    6
    I bought Demon's Souls. I bought 3D Dot Game Heroes. I bought Bloodborne. I fully support From Software and know they make great games. I get it: Bloodborne is supposed to be challenging. That said, the game -- simply put -- has too high of a learning curve for new players and is designed to be too frustrating.

    At one point in the game, I had to ask myself, "Am I having FUN?" and the    I bought Demon's Souls. I bought 3D Dot Game Heroes. I bought Bloodborne. I fully support From Software and know they make great games. I get it: Bloodborne is supposed to be challenging. That said, the game -- simply put -- has too high of a learning curve for new players and is designed to be too frustrating.

    At one point in the game, I had to ask myself, "Am I having FUN?" and the answer was an absolute, "no."
    I don't know about you, but I play games to have fun. Bloodborne is a great game, but it is not a fun game. I respectfully disagree with From Software's choice of purposely making their games more difficult for players. There are people out there who enjoy challenging gameplay -- and From Software is definitely catering to that demographic -- but I would not recommend this game for the average person.

    From Software would probably argue that they breed frustration into their players to give them a sense of accomplishment once they beat a part of the game, but I would say there are other ways of giving people those emotions. I wish they added different difficulty modes to the game -- or have a dynamically adjusting difficulty -- so players can find themselves "in the flow" (that is, their skill matching the challenge difficulty at hand) more often. (See: Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi's theory of flow.)

    Simply put, Bloodborne is a good game. However, it's not "fun." It's more like having to read Shakespeare or Henry David Thoreau while in middle school -- painful at first, but an acquired taste.    … Expand
  48. vlankton
    Jun 9, 2015
    10
    As a souls veteran i can say that this is better that DKS1&2 but not demons souls.The only major problem with this game are the chalice dungeons, they take away from the game so much. The PVE is astounding and the PVP is meh but the CO-OP is the best out of all the souls games. And the story, i would overrunning the character limit.
  49. frashed
    Jun 9, 2015
    2
    I never liked Dark Souls. Having got this in a PS4 bundle I thought I'd give it a go. I can see the attraction, however, this just isn't my type of game. Combat is clunky and somewhat repetitive (attack, wait, watch animation - repeat). I don't believe the merit of a game should lie in it's difficulty, and that was my biggest frustration.
  50. Austyn_rk
    Jun 8, 2015
    10
    This game is absolutely amazing. I will say, if you were not a fan of Dark Souls or Demon Souls, then this game is probably not for you. Very challenging and rewarding game play. The Co-Op system is a nice addition as well. A must pick up for anyone that likes souls style games.
  51. drevil99
    Jun 8, 2015
    10
    Definitely one of my favorite games for PS4. The awesome combat system, the beautiful graphics and that eerie Victorian horror atmosphere, it's all top notch! There are a ton of secrets in this game, as well as 3 possible endings, which makes this game very replayable.

    Now comparing this to Dark Souls 2 SotFS game which I just played before it, i will say that Bloodborne is hard, but    Definitely one of my favorite games for PS4. The awesome combat system, the beautiful graphics and that eerie Victorian horror atmosphere, it's all top notch! There are a ton of secrets in this game, as well as 3 possible endings, which makes this game very replayable.

    Now comparing this to Dark Souls 2 SotFS game which I just played before it, i will say that Bloodborne is hard, but not frustrating. This is because of the new battle system that's in place which is fast and aggressive (unlike DS which is defensive). Also Bloodborne gives you the choice right off the bat should you want to play online or offline. This is a big plus since you need to basically unplug your router / unplug internet / sign out of PSN connection to trick DS2 into offline mode. My point here is that Bloodborne does not force you into unwanted PvP like DS2 does.

    In any case, my only critiques of the game (and this is minor nitpicking on my part): Ranged weapons don't do much damage, even when upgraded, so I find myself using them rarely. Also, there is no tank / caster builds in this game like in other games, but I suspect this is to stay inline with the Victorian era atmosphere. Last but not least, I find myself unable to summon NPCs in offline mode, not sure if this is a bug or not. However, having already beat the game and being halfway into NG+ solo, I don't think it's a big loss.    … Expand
  52. Lorddillpickle
    Jun 8, 2015
    10
    Started this game off in frustration, I was unsure if I would like it. Now I am replaying it for the third time in a row because I love it so much. Still need to beat a few more chalice dungeons though.
  53. SirBrendith
    Jun 7, 2015
    10
    When I first bought Bloodborne, I was not very satisfied with my purchase. I didn't think it would be a huge success. Not until I surpassed a few areas. I began to get hooked. This game is definitely amazing. The boss design is unlike any other game. If you have a birthday coming up or you are looking for a game to get a start on the Dark Souls series, I recommend you start here! It is notWhen I first bought Bloodborne, I was not very satisfied with my purchase. I didn't think it would be a huge success. Not until I surpassed a few areas. I began to get hooked. This game is definitely amazing. The boss design is unlike any other game. If you have a birthday coming up or you are looking for a game to get a start on the Dark Souls series, I recommend you start here! It is not as difficult as Dark Souls, but still manages to entertain me!!… Expand
  54. Explodet
    Jun 6, 2015
    3
    More of the same with a different setting. These games are always overrated, not as difficult as hyped up to be, and really just a slow tedious experience. With no real story and interesting characters to hold things together, it's just more run around killing random monsters, which gets old wuick. With a rabid toxic community, they can just keep releasing mediocre games and still sell anMore of the same with a different setting. These games are always overrated, not as difficult as hyped up to be, and really just a slow tedious experience. With no real story and interesting characters to hold things together, it's just more run around killing random monsters, which gets old wuick. With a rabid toxic community, they can just keep releasing mediocre games and still sell an easy million. I disliked Dark Souls, and this is about the same game, though worse in some areas.… Expand
  55. 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
  56. Holyhesk
    Jun 5, 2015
    4
    If you are looking for a deep engaging story you will be disappointed. I shelved this game after interacting with a few npcs. Their mouths stay closed when speaking, Why?. The Dialogue is also very bland. People are raving about the combat but to be honest it's repetitive and boring. Enemies are lifeless and walk around the world aimlessly.

    The Character sheet is as basic as it comes.    If you are looking for a deep engaging story you will be disappointed. I shelved this game after interacting with a few npcs. Their mouths stay closed when speaking, Why?. The Dialogue is also very bland. People are raving about the combat but to be honest it's repetitive and boring. Enemies are lifeless and walk around the world aimlessly.

    The Character sheet is as basic as it comes. While you feel your character is progressing and getting stronger it just doesn't feel as though you are building a unique person to a certain playstyle, you just spend points increasing health or strength and that's about it.

    There are some nice visuals and the boss fights are challenging but sadly not enough to keep me playing.    … Expand
  57. WaffleFox
    Jun 4, 2015
    6
    I've played all the Souls games before this one. However I'm an offline gamer, please keep that in mind, I only play the games in offline mode. Bloodborne is much like the previous games. Create a character, grind a bit, die, and repeat. I was not very pleased with this game though. The previous games in the series were more about strategy. Should I block this type of enemy? MaybeI've played all the Souls games before this one. However I'm an offline gamer, please keep that in mind, I only play the games in offline mode. Bloodborne is much like the previous games. Create a character, grind a bit, die, and repeat. I was not very pleased with this game though. The previous games in the series were more about strategy. Should I block this type of enemy? Maybe cast a damaging spell? Perhaps a heavy weapon would be better. Bloodborne strips away most of the strategy that I enjoyed.

    Now in this game you have a gun in one hand and a melee weapon in the other. These are basically the only weapons you will have and the selection of weapons in the game is quite limited. Despite lacking a wide selection of weapons, your character is more nimble in this game. Making this game more about speedy combat.

    The gun is useful for stunning enemies if fired at the correct moment, such as an enemy lifting their blade to swing. Hitting them at the right moment causes them to become stunned and vulnerable. This is basically the only thing the gun is good for, as it does very little damage. What makes things worse is about half the enemies cannot be stunned in this manner.

    The melee weapon is pretty cool in this game though. Each weapon can switch modes. Usually they switch between one handed and two handed modes to give a little variety. This gives the options of quicker yet weaker attacks or slower yet stronger attacks.

    Spells are non existent, at least for the player. Enemies are still able to cast spells at you from a distance while you cannot. Instead you must attack them head on, trying to dodge their spells and hoping that you don't get hit. Being unable to cast spells gets rid of the ranged strategy. (even though you have a gun the bullets don't travel far at all)

    Shields have been removed from the game except for a wooden shield. However this shield is useless and should never be used. Strangely enough, enemies are still able to use shields. But for the most part it's just as useless for them. Lack of shields removes a defensive strategy from the game.

    Bosses are interesting in design but that's all. Combat with them is basically the same. A giant lumbering monstrosity that never stops swinging, all because you have to be near them to inflict damage.

    Controls are just as bad as all the other souls games. Push a button to dodge or attack, it's going to take half a second before your character actually begins the animation. Doesn't sound bad but when timing is strict, this just ruins it.

    Graphics are actually quite nice. The game looks beautiful and it's obvious there was more attention to the scenery than anything else.

    Hit boxes are still an issue. You can be behind an enemy when they swing forward and you'll get knocked on your back. Or even roll to the side of a downward hammer swing, only to be flattened onto the ground by nothing.

    Story is pretty much non existent, very much like the previous games. Pretty much the same story too. Everyone's got some curse or disease and now they hurt people for whatever reason. Kill them and stuff.

    Overall the game is just meh to me. Clunky controls, broken hit boxes, limited strategy are things that ruin it for me. Killing things is satisfying and the game looks wonderful. Difficulty is close to the same as the previous games. Challenging, but for the wrong reasons.

    Also, I have beaten this game so I didn't just play this for 5 minutes and stop.    … Expand
  58. Iberian_Buffalo
    Jun 3, 2015
    6
    oh good. This game is so annoying. Terrible camera, expecially in chalice dungeons. Targeting system with big monsters is joke - Amygdala. Boring weapons - everyone play with ludwig sword or hunter axe, rest weapons are terrible in pve. So why game is build around long weapons only? First time I completed game with Stake Driver and it was super hard but 2nd game I completed with ludwigoh good. This game is so annoying. Terrible camera, expecially in chalice dungeons. Targeting system with big monsters is joke - Amygdala. Boring weapons - everyone play with ludwig sword or hunter axe, rest weapons are terrible in pve. So why game is build around long weapons only? First time I completed game with Stake Driver and it was super hard but 2nd game I completed with ludwig sword - autowin.
    Some minor performance drops but well, ok.
    I dont get those high scores, dame is decent but 6/10 - history is said in Destiny way - some minor descriptions on items and almost no history in game - in destiny we had game cards that were describing story. So destiny story was **** and bloodborne is great? For me it is the same week narration.
    Actuallly there is no big selection between characters - there is one solid build - quality build and 1 arcane/ 1 blood that are simply weaker so at end there is only 1 solid build and 1-2 solid weapons in pve.
    Well locations are the same - all time grey walls, only interesting part is sky and moon, but city is boring(design itself is really nice but from start to end it is like the same location style - only caste is different due to snow).

    Chalice dungeons are super boring.

    Most chalice fights are borring and if you die in most cases is stupid camera( oh god, what a week positioning), targeting system,

    Only chalanging part is defiled chalice - due to stupid modifier. Another "great" game design.

    I was able to complete including chalices but I wonder why devs ignored all those casual fathers that want to enjoy time when kid go sleep.

    ps. I achieved platinium.    … Expand
  59. gothasis
    Jun 3, 2015
    10
    bloodborne is a great gem that is rare its outstanding i love this game the game promotes a challenge but after the first 2 boses you can level up and stuff and have madman skull of knowledge to summon hunters to help on boss battles its way easier than dark souls 2 and 1 even though i enjoy 1 but not 2
  60. 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
  61. ToatzMcGoatz
    Jun 2, 2015
    9
    Bloody amazing. That is the shortest way I can express how great Bloodborne is. It's truly refreshing to take in a game of this depth and creativity without it being fed to gamers chopped up with season pass expansions and DLC galore - as many publishers are wont to do nowadays. This truly is a complete game replete with replayability with actual optional areas and encounters toBloody amazing. That is the shortest way I can express how great Bloodborne is. It's truly refreshing to take in a game of this depth and creativity without it being fed to gamers chopped up with season pass expansions and DLC galore - as many publishers are wont to do nowadays. This truly is a complete game replete with replayability with actual optional areas and encounters to experience; and combine that with the typical From Software strategy of crafting genuinely difficult games where they completely eschew any form of hand holding, you will be spending decent amount of time working through the game in order to experience all that's offered.

    First and foremost, the most obvious statement is that the game is initially difficult. This is to say it's difficult if you don't take the time to learn the control scheme well and how to accurately gauge enemy movements. Learning to predict what your enemies will do will ensure success to the highest degree and once you learn how to do this, the game difficulty plateaus. The controls are very tight and each weapon yields a different style of combat where different tactics are required for success. While the weaponry arguably is small, the sheer creativity and the fact that each weapon has a secondary form make it so their quality alone makes up for any perceived lack of weaponry. In addition to your main weapon, you have a sidearm reaching from pistols to flame sprayers. These are not initially intended to be powerful standalone attacks; they are meant to interrupt your opponents to stun and set up for a Visceral attack to yield massive damage, Understanding the mechanics of setting up visceral attacks are key to success for slaying many bosses.

    The bosses range from human like creatures, large abhorrently transformed beasts and H.P, Lovecraft influenced other worldly beings and play integral parts in the overall story. The story, in traditional From Software fashion, is not handed outright to you. Conceptually, for Bloodborne, this makes complete sense since you are an outsider to the central region of Yharnam - you are there for the healing blood and end up getting wrapped up in the wake, needing to unravel the mystery of Yharnam to transcend your hell. The story only becomes fleshed out as you progress and discover items and notes to piece it together; and the deeper you go, the more vague it gets leading to conclusions to be made. A second play through greatly facilitates piecing together the string of clues. Having the story presented thusly helps to create a feeling of total immersion. The world seems natural - it lives and breathes like a real Gothic hell and as you progress through the brilliantly designed levels, the world seems to naturally evolve and grow more more insane the more you discover.

    For my first play through, never was I more terrified when i saw the telltale "boss arena" laying ahead in my path. I never knew what to expect and despite the plateau effect occurring mid-game for me, I never was looking forward to the frustration ahead. Despite the sinking feeling, trudging on and overcoming the bosses, especially when you get to the point of despair, gave me the best rush ever. Very rarely have I encountered a game that gets the endorphin's running that high; and for that, this, and other Souls' games are a special breed.

    While Bloodborne is amazing in many areas, there are a few technical aspects that pop up. The frame rate can suffer and long load times are the two main issues. While I've never had the frame rate drops be problematic, it is possible it may be others; and as for the loading times, it's annoying, but really only a nitpick; and really, any issue that is apparent is just that: a nitpick. Bloodbrone is by far the best PS4 game to date and may be for some time.    … Expand
  62. Headcrusher
    Jun 2, 2015
    5
    I'm updating my review which originally gave this game a 10 - the game itself is pretty good however if you enjoy the co-op and pvp aspects of the souls games you will likely be disappointed by the constant network dropouts and "cannot connect to network" and "lost network connection" warnings - every time this happens you will be booted back to the opening title sequence and have to tryI'm updating my review which originally gave this game a 10 - the game itself is pretty good however if you enjoy the co-op and pvp aspects of the souls games you will likely be disappointed by the constant network dropouts and "cannot connect to network" and "lost network connection" warnings - every time this happens you will be booted back to the opening title sequence and have to try again. Even though souls games tend to be crowded years after their release - this game is quickly dying out because of this problem. The frustration should come from the difficulty of the game not the crappy network scheme. These days many companies either don't do enough beta testing or release games before they're fully operational - it's sad. If you want to play offline you'll be fine.… Expand
  63. dante_mcry
    Jun 2, 2015
    10
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  64. 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
  65. bionicfox
    Jun 1, 2015
    8
    i've now played through the game and the bottom-line is that it's great - the style, the graphics and sound, the level design - all great, however, i feel there's a bit of a flaw. each level builds up to a confrontation with a generally ginormous monster which should pose a hefty challenge. However, the tactic for beating almost all of these beasts seems to be to wedge your characteri've now played through the game and the bottom-line is that it's great - the style, the graphics and sound, the level design - all great, however, i feel there's a bit of a flaw. each level builds up to a confrontation with a generally ginormous monster which should pose a hefty challenge. However, the tactic for beating almost all of these beasts seems to be to wedge your character immediately behind the enemy and whack way - maybe i'm just doing it wrong. so in general the fights are a bit of an anti-climax and more general foes are much tougher to deal with, take snakes (in the poisonous swamps) for example.
    a very good game but, in my opinion, not quite as good as everyone's making out.    … Expand
  66. MrCentaurus
    May 31, 2015
    10
    Huge map,good artwork,immersive,good world design,deep gameplay,classic soundtrack,original story, challenger and rewarding ,congratulations From Software.
  67. nekabe21
    May 31, 2015
    10
    La mejor razĆ³n para entrar en la nueva generaciĆ³n. Absorbe el espĆ­ritu de los Souls, y le da un toque Ćŗnico cambiando la pausa por el frenesĆ­ del combate, que premia al valiente. Es dificil cansarse de jugar, es dificil abandonar Yharnam por cualquier otra cosa.
  68. simon1854
    May 31, 2015
    3
    Not played the others before, gfx looks decent but don't expect amazing. However this game is way, way too hard for an experienced yet casual gamer. No learning curve. If you like a challenge and you're happy dying 10+ times in every scene before you get somewhere with rare save points then looks like a decent game. Combat is clunky waiting for animations to finish so timing is somewhatNot played the others before, gfx looks decent but don't expect amazing. However this game is way, way too hard for an experienced yet casual gamer. No learning curve. If you like a challenge and you're happy dying 10+ times in every scene before you get somewhere with rare save points then looks like a decent game. Combat is clunky waiting for animations to finish so timing is somewhat random. IMO its for those who know/have experienced the type of game only. I do repeat though that I am not a hardcore gamer, to gauge I enjoyed Lara, Last of Us etc which this game is no where near.… Expand
  69. excelicious
    May 31, 2015
    10
    I am hesitant to say that Dark Souls 2 was my first ever game made by From Software, since the soul community consider DS2 not on par to the original souls. But after playing Bloodborne, it easily became my favorite game. The whole time I was playing bloodborne I felt fear. Pure fear that sent chills from my spine to my toes.

    The momment the story of bloodborne went from Victoria to    I am hesitant to say that Dark Souls 2 was my first ever game made by From Software, since the soul community consider DS2 not on par to the original souls. But after playing Bloodborne, it easily became my favorite game. The whole time I was playing bloodborne I felt fear. Pure fear that sent chills from my spine to my toes.

    The momment the story of bloodborne went from Victoria to full on lovecraft was the time i Lost it. Amazing game indeed. GOTY for me personally.    … Expand
  70. Exl242
    May 31, 2015
    10
    This game is not for everyone no doubt about that. Bloodborne is prized for it's utterly gorgeous art, theme and amazing atmosphere. The combat system is really enjoyable. I had a lot of fun pvping with other people in multiplayer. My current favorite weapon at the momment is the pimp cane. The range on that thing is godly.

    A lot of people complain that there are too few weapons in the    This game is not for everyone no doubt about that. Bloodborne is prized for it's utterly gorgeous art, theme and amazing atmosphere. The combat system is really enjoyable. I had a lot of fun pvping with other people in multiplayer. My current favorite weapon at the momment is the pimp cane. The range on that thing is godly.

    A lot of people complain that there are too few weapons in the game but i don't think so. The transforming weapons have a lot of combo that you can mix together allowing more variations of combat style. This game isn't your normal RPG. Bloodborne has it's own world, concepts that players need to realize. It is a completely different game and i bet the reason why this is getting a lot of bad scores is that people hate anything that is different to what is mainstream. Give this game a chance it is truly rewarding.    … Expand
  71. alexo774
    May 28, 2015
    9
    The game looks amazing, but trust me, this is pretty much the most overrated game of the new generation of consoles. No checkpoints doesn't make a game hard, it makes it annoying. Enemies who kill you in two hits aren't fun to fight. The game punishes exploration, because if you get a bunch of money and then die because you're lost or can't get back to the beginning of the level, you loseThe game looks amazing, but trust me, this is pretty much the most overrated game of the new generation of consoles. No checkpoints doesn't make a game hard, it makes it annoying. Enemies who kill you in two hits aren't fun to fight. The game punishes exploration, because if you get a bunch of money and then die because you're lost or can't get back to the beginning of the level, you lose all of it! Frustration does not equal fun. Just because this game has one of the best atmospheres in a game ever doesn't make it fun. I don't play easy games. I've logged hundreds of hours in the series that this combat engine most reflects: Monster Hunter. But that game has the hard combat in a whole different way. You fight things that are hard to kill, but not overwhelmingly annoying, and there is a point to doing sidequests, and you are punished for making wrong moves, not moving one frame out of the line that the game forces you to go into.

    Atmosphere: Fantastic
    Controls: Great!
    Gameplay: Some of the most frustrating and awful gameplay that has come out of this generation of gaming.
    Sound: Awesome!

    The only reason that this game gets a 5/10 is because everything around the game is so well executed. other than that, this is a terrible game. Get Monster Hunter instead.    … Expand
  72. 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.
  73. ptnull
    May 27, 2015
    10
    When I start playing Demon's Souls on PS3 I thought: Not a bad game but not my kind of game, so I left it to play at another time.... and all games I kept playing had that sense of being too easy, too much story and less gameplay. Games that just need some time and you finish it easily.
    Then this game came out with great reviews and I start playing demon again and I got totally addicted    When I start playing Demon's Souls on PS3 I thought: Not a bad game but not my kind of game, so I left it to play at another time.... and all games I kept playing had that sense of being too easy, too much story and less gameplay. Games that just need some time and you finish it easily.
    Then this game came out with great reviews and I start playing demon again and I got totally addicted to it!
    Wow, what was I missing all this time!?

    So I bought this game, after finishing deamon souls, and also Dark Souls 1 for ps3 and Dark 2 for ps4.
    For sure i'm going to platinum all, iI just don't feel bored like all other zero challenging games.    … Expand
  74. twistedreal
    May 27, 2015
    9
    Awesomely wonderful game! I found it to be a little easier and not quite as 'cheap' and frustrating as the Dark Souls series. Graphics are wonderful, combat flows very well, bosses are fun, and it has replay value!

    The good: this game doesn't hold your hand. Checkpoints are very spread out but there are shortcuts build into every 'level' so that you don't have to grind through the    Awesomely wonderful game! I found it to be a little easier and not quite as 'cheap' and frustrating as the Dark Souls series. Graphics are wonderful, combat flows very well, bosses are fun, and it has replay value!

    The good: this game doesn't hold your hand. Checkpoints are very spread out but there are shortcuts build into every 'level' so that you don't have to grind through the entire map again upon dying. Bosses are memorable and interesting. No shield which encourages aggressiveness and you have the ability to get your health back by landing attacks after taking damage.

    The bad: there are some parts where I feel like you HAVE to take fall damage which I didn't agree with. I also had to whip out the guide a few times to progress to the next area. A person could explore everything all around and eventually figure it out. If I didn't use a guide to find the path again I would have dumped another 10 hours into my first play through.

    Overall I highly recommend this game to gamers who are sick of the easiness that most games today have. The people I see who give up and rate it poorly are those who sprint into combat button mashing rather than going in with a strategy. This game takes a lot of focus and punishes you harshly for your mistakes.    … Expand
  75. Andye82
    May 27, 2015
    9
    I actually have to re-write my review of this game. I originally didn't like it and felt that it's overly difficult. Well, turns out that while it's difficult it is still very satisfying experience. I think that the first couple of hours are the worst and then this game feels unfair. After that the challenge will stay but you learn to copy with that.

    Especially boss fights with friend    I actually have to re-write my review of this game. I originally didn't like it and felt that it's overly difficult. Well, turns out that while it's difficult it is still very satisfying experience. I think that the first couple of hours are the worst and then this game feels unfair. After that the challenge will stay but you learn to copy with that.

    Especially boss fights with friend are so much fun. Graphics also started to grow on me and I enjoy how the game looks.

    Truly a master piece and I suggest to everybody that don't give up, it's worth it    … Expand
  76. Kaprawiec
    May 27, 2015
    10
    This is the first true next gen game. I just finished my first playthrough this week and after that I started The Last of Us Remastered - wow I had no idea that the graphics in Bloodborne was THIS good. Playing TLOUR almost hurts my eyeballs now - the buildings looks like boxes and after seeing amazingly detailed perfectly projected world in bloodborne I am really amazed that From SoftwareThis is the first true next gen game. I just finished my first playthrough this week and after that I started The Last of Us Remastered - wow I had no idea that the graphics in Bloodborne was THIS good. Playing TLOUR almost hurts my eyeballs now - the buildings looks like boxes and after seeing amazingly detailed perfectly projected world in bloodborne I am really amazed that From Software was able to do WAAAAY better looking game than Naughty Dog. But enough about graphics (which is 10/10 for me).
    Lets get to other aspects of BB.
    Sounds. WOW when I think about all the atmosphere which was overflowing my brain when I played BB witch my headset on, all the scary sounds, amazing creepy feeling when i entered silent severs for the first time my ears was telling me this is the ultimate experience for them (again 10/10 - but I must say that sounds in this game are the best aspect of it!).
    Gameplay - pure frustrating fun. You all know that this game is quite hard. Controlls could be a bit more accurate (You can experience a little bit of problems while executing some moves) and the collision detection can piss You off when You get hit through the walls. Beside that gameplay is as good as other FS games - which I personally just love (so lets give it 10-/10).
    Finally let me tell You about something that other developers should try to copy from this game. Diversity.
    This game has so much to offer in terms of adversaries, their desing, their quality and quantity.
    Overall this is my best bet for GOTY 2015.    … Expand
  77. zs47
    May 26, 2015
    9
    Pros:
    The combat is perfect, the shortcut opening is surprisingly fun. Boss fight is fun and there're plenty of boss to test your skill. The mobs are diverse. Weapon system is interesting, a lot of viable options. Satisfying when finished with the game.
    Cons: The quest is ambiguous, the story is vague, the condition for different endding is not provided in game. In order to understand    Pros:
    The combat is perfect, the shortcut opening is surprisingly fun. Boss fight is fun and there're plenty of boss to test your skill. The mobs are diverse. Weapon system is interesting, a lot of viable options. Satisfying when finished with the game.
    Cons:
    The quest is ambiguous, the story is vague, the condition for different endding is not provided in game. In order to understand these you need to do research on what other players find out.
    If you play the game blind without any guiding, you would easily miss a lot of stuff.
    Multiplayer sucks, while it's interesting to ring a bell, it's always difficult find people to play with, and if they die, they will be sent back to their own world. Co-op doesn't provide extra reward. Levels should be capped, instead of infinite, so that people don't have to limite their levels to find PVP easier(so dumb).    … Expand
  78. bigsweatyballs
    May 26, 2015
    10
    After 57 hours of play, i can confidently say this game has proven to be the most fun I've had so far on the PS4. It's a very rewarding experience, and genuinely gets the heart racing as you battle the bigger NPCs and bosses. I would urge anyone that hasn't already played this to give it a go.
  79. Shiftian_Be
    May 25, 2015
    9
    Never played any Demons games and so the first couple of hours were a rough introduction leaving me to turn off the game swearing multiple times .. But the artwork, the design, the combatsystem, just everything about this game made me come back to it minutes later.
    Now im facing its final boss and I can only say this game is amazing. A lot less hard after its initial two bosses (just    Never played any Demons games and so the first couple of hours were a rough introduction leaving me to turn off the game swearing multiple times .. But the artwork, the design, the combatsystem, just everything about this game made me come back to it minutes later.
    Now im facing its final boss and I can only say this game is amazing. A lot less hard after its initial two bosses (just grind until your level enables a difficulty you can cope with).
    IfI do have to be a critic I'd say the loading times are bad and the camera (especially when using the broken lock-on) can be an enemy on its own.

    Get this.    … Expand
  80. 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
  81. ThiPorto
    May 24, 2015
    2
    If you're someone who thinks characters should talk and make sense and not speak so cryptic-ly that you're concerned they're mentally disabled i think this game is not for you.

    I give 2 points for the 'Ok' gameplay.
  82. okc_rocker
    May 24, 2015
    8
    I really enjoyed my time with Bloodborne and in new game+. The game has a lot going for it and it's a great start for a potentially amazing series. However I do feel it was a step down from Dark Souls. I felt like it was lacking a lot of in game items and gear. For me that is something extremely important for a great rpg. Items give a certain uniquness and depth to a character. Other thanI really enjoyed my time with Bloodborne and in new game+. The game has a lot going for it and it's a great start for a potentially amazing series. However I do feel it was a step down from Dark Souls. I felt like it was lacking a lot of in game items and gear. For me that is something extremely important for a great rpg. Items give a certain uniquness and depth to a character. Other than that issue the game plays perfectly. It's the challenge that I hoped for and would definitely recommend it to any gamer who enjoys a rough time.… Expand
  83. ToFewViews
    May 24, 2015
    8
    If you have played Demoed souls or Dark souls I'm sure you know what Bloodborne is, and for you that have no idea what any of those are. Bloodborne is self torture...But in a kind of good way, everything from killing bosses, clearing areas and PVP gives you a great feel of satisfaction when you overcome it. The difficulty of the Demon/Dark Souls games have carried over toIf you have played Demoed souls or Dark souls I'm sure you know what Bloodborne is, and for you that have no idea what any of those are. Bloodborne is self torture...But in a kind of good way, everything from killing bosses, clearing areas and PVP gives you a great feel of satisfaction when you overcome it. The difficulty of the Demon/Dark Souls games have carried over to Bloodborne...mostly, some aspects of the game have been tweaked to make it a bit more user friendly and less frustrating. You still lose all your "Blood" or "Souls" When you die and "Lanterns" or "Camp Fires" are few and far between. Bloodborne has eased up on traps witch is nice, Nothing is worse then getting killed trying open a door or chest. The combat in Bloodborne is quick,tight and responsive just like previous games, The addition of of guns in Bloodborne adds a new level of combat, You can now parry people with a perfectly timed shot and punish them with huge damage afterwards. The weapons in the game are quite diverse and look amazing, Things like a giant wagon wheel, 2 handed great-sword or a cane whip all have their pros and cons to battle and let you build a character based on how you play. Level design in the game is amazing, Big Gothic city's and cathedrals look terrifying grouped with the equally as terrifying enemy's at times. Some of the enemy's you fight feel very overpowered and will take you quite a bit to bring down, But don't forget Bloodborne has Co-op! Sadly it's not as easy to use as some would like but it's very helpful being able to bring you friends/randoms into boss fights to give you a hand. The bosses in Bloodborne are also horrifying at times for the most part and give you a great sense of fear when you finally find one and then proceed to die to it multiple times. The storyline is dark and twisted but also hard to follow at times but still a interesting part of the game.
    If you like a challenge to your RPG or you like high blood pressure I recommend you give Bloodborne a try, It's not for everyone but I'm sure a few people out their will love a game degree.    … Expand
  84. eternal_napalm
    May 24, 2015
    10
    Bloodborne is an evolution of the Souls formula crafted into a new IP. Agility and dodging are key, and so is timing. The combat is precise and satisfying. The world is diseased and gripping, with stellar exploration and creepy (and surprising) rich Lovecraftian-esk lore. Easy a gem and masterwork of legendary Hidetaka Miyazaki.
  85. EpikTheMaster
    May 23, 2015
    10
    Welcome to bloodborne possibly the greatest PS4 game currently.
    This game is a masterpiece in so many ways:
    -The gameplay mechanics are actually fun especially for a hard game. The difficulty is believe or not a mechanic that keeps you thinking on your feet on how to tackle a group of enemies or whether you should use this item or this item for taking down a specific enemy. -Whenever    Welcome to bloodborne possibly the greatest PS4 game currently.
    This game is a masterpiece in so many ways:
    -The gameplay mechanics are actually fun especially for a hard game. The difficulty is believe or not a mechanic that keeps you thinking on your feet on how to tackle a group of enemies or whether you should use this item or this item for taking down a specific enemy.
    -Whenever you kill a boss you always feel like you accomplished something great. As if like in real life you just accomplished your dreams or you wanted to get this item or this item....whatever!
    -The backgrounds in this game are stunningly beautiful and make quite awesome monitor wallpapers.
    -The controls in this game are the best I have had since the time and make me feel like I was actually controlling my character.
    -While the graphics may not be as great as like Mortal Kombat X or The Order it still manages to look nice.
    - The Difficulty. The difficulty shows you that games are sometimes not just a walk in the park. that you cannot simply just charge in and expect all this crap to just come to you. You need to work for it and when you do after a number of deaths and Blood vials you will be proud of yourself for finishing this game.
    -Everything else that I didn't mention including the hunter's dream.
    There is just one small problem about this game and sadly that is: THE LOADING SCREENS. but you can get used to them. The game has some quite tense moments and when you die or are going to wherever there needs to be a loading screen you will be annoyed but then realize the loading screens might be actually long on purpose. They are trying to give you a break and have you relax for a few moments. Also I have a tip: Don't kill any of the friendly NPCs you meet like Eileen the crow or Alexander. They have some great quest lines that you can miss by just killing these people. Bloodborne gets a 10/10 for being a Universal Acclaim    … Expand
  86. TheAwesomeOne_7
    May 23, 2015
    10
    This game is truly amazing! The graphics are top notch and the gameplay is simply brilliant. At first it was frustrating how I died over and over again but I later realized that it was what makes the game so great. It feels very rewarding to kill each boss and I never get tired of seeing " Prey Slaughtered " This is definitely worth your time and money. Best game on the Ps4 so far.
  87. ssowl92
    May 23, 2015
    10
    All I can say is wow. The game looks and plays beautifully. The difficulty at first is a little overwhelming, but with patience and practice you become a killing machine. Played many hours of this and got the Platinum trophy. My only gripe about the game is the spotty co-op but when it is working it is extremely satisfying.
  88. hsapin
    May 23, 2015
    10
    Best game of the current generation. The only minor problem I have with it are the somewhat excessive load times, but honestly if you're playing the game intelligently then you'll rarely have to deal with them.
  89. EscapetoGame
    May 23, 2015
    6
    Very controversial to give bloodborne a bad rating but while I find the game to be quite well designed in terms of enemies and level design, it's in its gameplay where it just did too much to take me out of the experience without doing enough with its story and content to keep me involved. The best thing about it is some epic boss fights but the stuff inbetween don't feel purposeful.Very controversial to give bloodborne a bad rating but while I find the game to be quite well designed in terms of enemies and level design, it's in its gameplay where it just did too much to take me out of the experience without doing enough with its story and content to keep me involved. The best thing about it is some epic boss fights but the stuff inbetween don't feel purposeful.
    Having to kill the same enemies over and over again is a good recipe for those who like a "learning through repetition" game but for someone who looks for much more variation and story, it fails and becomes a repetitive bore. I finished this game hoping each step of the way would bring something new and different but was disappointed at having been left feeling empty and just glad it's over.    … Expand
  90. Kosma
    May 22, 2015
    9
    Best game of the generation so far, more accessible and more fun then the previous Souls games. The gameplay is very rewarding and the game is not too hard, but could be hard getting into. Once it clicks you will be hooked.
  91. Boneh
    May 21, 2015
    10
    I was sure my hype would be extinguished like with many games released earlier (looking at you Destiny, IĀ“ll never forget the disappointment), but I was pleasantly surprised by how the game exceeded even my hype. The combat is fantastic!

    I really enjoyed how they removed shields from the game (apart from a wooden raft which is used as a shield, but itĀ“s really feeble and wonĀ“t protect    I was sure my hype would be extinguished like with many games released earlier (looking at you Destiny, IĀ“ll never forget the disappointment), but I was pleasantly surprised by how the game exceeded even my hype. The combat is fantastic!

    I really enjoyed how they removed shields from the game (apart from a wooden raft which is used as a shield, but itĀ“s really feeble and wonĀ“t protect you at all), making the game way more fast paced and encourages you to take more chances, since if you get hit, you have the chance to recover some of that lost life by quickly attacking your opponent after you get hit. This adds a lot more strategy and depth to combat and keeps bloodborne separated from the darksouls/demonsouls series.

    The story is really interesting, though you need to look for it, since it wonĀ“t be spoon-fed to you. If you like to run through the game (which wonĀ“t be the case, since it requires a lot of strategy and being careful) you might not even have a clue why everything is so messed up in the world, itĀ“d be a pure gory experience, which I donĀ“t find it bad at all, but the story adds a lot more to the game and is so rewarding finding out everything about the bloodborne universe.

    Averall I personally couldnĀ“t find anything to complain about this game. Sure loading screens where bad at the beginning, when it was launched but they fixed it with a patch. The game rarely stutters graphically now and is such a joy to keep playing it.    … Expand
  92. Juan
    May 20, 2015
    10
    Excelente juego, vale la pena el dinero y el tiempo invertido. Muy buena jugabilidad, la dificultad es un reto constante (amada por lo que hemos jugado la saga souls) y la ambientaciĆ³n es expectacular..verdaderamente el juego que define el comienzo de esta generacion de consolas
  93. 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.
  94. DawnofAaron
    May 20, 2015
    9
    From Softwares greatest game yet!! The dark and scary Victorian Era London was a perfect setting for a horror rpg like Bloodborne. On eof the greatest games I know that is set in Voctorian Era London was Dishonored which ended up being one of my favorite stealth games. I am so happy that Bloodborne sucedded in this new idead. The games has so many different paths and shortcuts to takeFrom Softwares greatest game yet!! The dark and scary Victorian Era London was a perfect setting for a horror rpg like Bloodborne. On eof the greatest games I know that is set in Voctorian Era London was Dishonored which ended up being one of my favorite stealth games. I am so happy that Bloodborne sucedded in this new idead. The games has so many different paths and shortcuts to take which makes it feel like you are following your own path instead of the developers path that they made for you. The new Thief reeboot only had one path for each mission which was why it ended up failing as a game. Even though Bloodborne does not have as much weapons in it like the souls games, they are so many combination of combos you can kill your enemies. Each weapon has 2 modes, one for fast and short range damage, and one for slow and longe range attacks. For exmaple, the Kirk hammer can be aquired from defeating the first boss in the game and can be a hammer or a sword. All of the bosses look and fight differently which makes that player have to observe their moves so that they know when and where dodge. Dying in this game feels more like and learning experiance instead of frustration and the combat is very unique. The leveling up system is also unique because you can choose what you want to level up like, Vitality, Stamina, Strength and much more. The map also has enemies hidden behind things ready to sneak attack the player which causes lots of suspence in each new area for the player. This game is definitely worth buying at $60 dollars and if you are not sure whether to buy a PS4 or Xbox One, Bloodborne will make you want to get a PS4. Happy Hunting!!… Expand
  95. robinzvak
    May 20, 2015
    7
    Advantage of this title is hard difficulty, also is his big weakness. Not for casuals players. Very good level desing and monsters. Good boss fights. Game without good story. Not for me, for you? you must play and answer is on you.
  96. Shoedom
    May 20, 2015
    10
    Anyone who has reviewed this game badly is just crap at it. Sure, it's an immediately challenging game, but once you get over the hump of the first boss, it's massively rewarding and a stunningly beautiful game. The level design is spectacular and varied, the characters are interesting and absolutely disgusting. It's something to be marvelled at, and if you manage to avoid reading much orAnyone who has reviewed this game badly is just crap at it. Sure, it's an immediately challenging game, but once you get over the hump of the first boss, it's massively rewarding and a stunningly beautiful game. The level design is spectacular and varied, the characters are interesting and absolutely disgusting. It's something to be marvelled at, and if you manage to avoid reading much or watching much about it, it's constantly surprising and exciting to play.

    Games are too easy these days, and I'm glad someone has had the balls to make something real.

    It's actually emotionally engaging, and although that emotion is mostly fear, and sometimes just pure hate, a game hasn't made me feel anything for years. Great job.    … Expand
  97. Assassin67
    May 19, 2015
    10
    Never played any of the Souls games but damn this game is good. Its hard but not impossible. Not many games can make you feel a sense of accomplishment when you beat a boss after struggling to do so the first few times. Best game this generation!
  98. Super-Name
    May 19, 2015
    10
    Bloodborne is now really playable because of the loading time patch, even before that it was a fantastic game for PS4. It's really epic hard, but on the positive way for the players!
  99. SkekTek
    May 19, 2015
    10
    This Lovecraftian masterpiece is the proper 3D Castlevania that we've never had. The ancient city of Yharnam is dark, beautiful, and unsettling. The world of Bloodborne itself is a delightful fusion of Demon's Souls' hub system and Dark Souls' thoughtfully interconnected worlds.

    The Lamps that punctuate the world allow you to travel to the Hunter's Dream from which you can travel to any    This Lovecraftian masterpiece is the proper 3D Castlevania that we've never had. The ancient city of Yharnam is dark, beautiful, and unsettling. The world of Bloodborne itself is a delightful fusion of Demon's Souls' hub system and Dark Souls' thoughtfully interconnected worlds.

    The Lamps that punctuate the world allow you to travel to the Hunter's Dream from which you can travel to any other lamp you have already lit (unless there are hostile Hunters near a Lamp, then you will need to slaughter them before the lamp can be used again). The world>dream>world transfer does introduce a superfluous loading screen but saves you from having to find and fight your way back to a prior area without destroying the cohesive world by vivisecting it into individual components.

    Yharnam itself is dark, very dark, almost opressingly so. Unless you severely cheat on your screen settings you will make good use of your hand lamp and torch. The torch itself can be used as a weapon and can afford you a tactical advantage against enemies that fear the light.

    There are plenty of optional areas and items to reward your curiosity and exploration. Intelligently crafted shortcuts can be opened to mitigate the tedium of fighting your way back to particularly difficult boss. There are also dungeons that you can create and explore.

    Up to 3 cooperators can be beckoned (2 players and 1 NPC) into a world. You can connect with specific friends easily by the use of an 8 digit code (I often use my PSN+ username). You can also invade other player's worlds (why not make a hard game even harder for an unsuspecting stranger?). There are three covenants that you can join - all of them are invasion based with their own objectives. Each covenant is at odds with another. This adds an interesting dynamic: it is possible for cooperators, who are supposed to be working towards a common goal, to become hostile towards each other.

    Of course being a 'Souls game Bloodborne is hard, not cheap-leaving-you-no-choice-but-to-memorize-enemy-positions-and-patterns hard, but you're-not-good-enough-YET hard. Bloodborne isn't difficult for the sake of being hardcore, it is difficult to make your successes sweeter. Be warned, you will die, you will get stuck, you may even rage quit, but you will always come back more - the sense of accomplishment is too great.    … Expand
  100. ergulerhan
    May 19, 2015
    10
    One of the greatest RPG of all time. Not only being better than its predecessors Souls series, taking flag forward through this genre. Everyone who call themselves as a gamer, must play this game at once in ther life.
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  2. Mixed: 1 out of 100
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  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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