• Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Mar 24, 2015
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  1. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Not much to say besides this game is PHENOMENAL! Its not a Dark Souls game but its damn near close and the new scenery is awesome.......only part that sucks is no blocking but it adds more challenge to dodging and rolling! End of rant.....worth every single penny and then some!
  2. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    One of the best games of this generation .If you thinks videogames are no more whay they used to be . Well guess what . blood
    Borne will remind you why play videogames is not for everyone

    The gameplay . Bosses . Sound and direction is superb. They need to fix a little bit frame rate and loading screen and it will be a masterpiece
  3. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Much like its spiritual predecessors, Bloodborne has the capability to occupy nearly all of your waking thoughts, whether it be through figuring out how to defeat a certain boss or further delve into its massive world. The combat is fast-paced, the level design is impressive and intricate, and the soundtrack is simply astounding. Besides the long load times and occasional framerateMuch like its spiritual predecessors, Bloodborne has the capability to occupy nearly all of your waking thoughts, whether it be through figuring out how to defeat a certain boss or further delve into its massive world. The combat is fast-paced, the level design is impressive and intricate, and the soundtrack is simply astounding. Besides the long load times and occasional framerate hiccups, this game has remarkably few flaws. It's a must-have for any PS4 owner. Expand
  4. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    This is a phenomenal game. Its visuals far surpass any of the souls games, as well as the gameplay. Rather than hiding behind a shield for hours on end, the combat is extremely fast-paced and dynamic. The atmosphere throughout the game says consistent even through various sceneries. Its an absolute must-buy for every ps4 owner.
  5. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    "Where Dark Souls is a heavily armored battle of creatures slugging away at one another, Bloodborne is a twitchy, naked knife fight to the death." IGN

    This describes Bloodborne to a T. This intricate dance of ducking, rolling, and sidestepping to slay your enemies with a well timed execution rewards you in a shower of satisfying blood.
  6. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    I'm actually surprised at just how much of a Souls game Bloodborne is, and that's a great thing in my book. I was happy to ditch shields in favor of faster paced, more reaction-based combat - and the inclusion of guns aesthetically and functionally feels right. The difficulty is still present, punishing but never unfair, and there are plenty of rewards in both loot and satisfaction to keepI'm actually surprised at just how much of a Souls game Bloodborne is, and that's a great thing in my book. I was happy to ditch shields in favor of faster paced, more reaction-based combat - and the inclusion of guns aesthetically and functionally feels right. The difficulty is still present, punishing but never unfair, and there are plenty of rewards in both loot and satisfaction to keep you going through every death.

    I was a bit skeptical about the setting, but the Victorian vampires & werewolves shtick never feels too forced, and the plethora of other unique baddies and backdrops feel varied and constantly refreshing. I'm looking forward to finding every last secret and rad piece of gear.
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  7. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    c est bien le digne héritier des souls, rien a dire je m'éclate comme un malade juste en attente du patch pour les chargement et ça sera parfait :)
  8. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    9.5/10
    Easily the best game this generation a lot of the user reviews that are negative are obviously trolls I mean some guy put 'another game that is nothing but cutscenes like the order' I am 25 hours in and probably had an hour or so cutscenes the easiest and best way to review is in pro's/con's form so here you go.
    Pros -Brilliant world in which you will get totally immersed
    9.5/10
    Easily the best game this generation a lot of the user reviews that are negative are obviously trolls I mean some guy put 'another game that is nothing but cutscenes like the order' I am 25 hours in and probably had an hour or so cutscenes the easiest and best way to review is in pro's/con's form so here you go.

    Pros
    -Brilliant world in which you will get totally immersed either playing the game as you do killing or roaming around exploring.
    -Gripping story
    -Fun gameplay
    -Easier controls to master compared to the Soul's game
    -Combat is a lot better and more fluid.
    -Very challenging.
    -Excellent value for money.

    Cons.
    -Load times after dying.
    -When you look at the likes of Killzone,inFamous and Order visually it's not the best. (but don't forget the game is HUGE to make a game like this look like the order it would take 9 or 10 years.

    As an avid gamer with both and X1 and PS4 I have to say this is easily the best exclusive out there (as much as i loved Sunset Overdrive) and a real System Seller.

    BUY NOWWWW
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  9. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    what is the matter xbox and pc fan boys awww are you guys sad that you will never be able to play this game? just stop writing fake reviews without even playing this game. this game is amazing the best game from formsoftware, game play is great and makes so much fun, the graphics are amazing i just love the dark/Gothic look that this game has. if you own a PS4 and like difficult games gowhat is the matter xbox and pc fan boys awww are you guys sad that you will never be able to play this game? just stop writing fake reviews without even playing this game. this game is amazing the best game from formsoftware, game play is great and makes so much fun, the graphics are amazing i just love the dark/Gothic look that this game has. if you own a PS4 and like difficult games go get it now. and again to all the fanboys stop writing fake reviews and insult ps4 owners you can all go to HELL. Expand
  10. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Game Of the Year already!?!? I cannot stress this enough, if you do not play Bloodborne you are missing history not in the making but already made. Please find an excuse/ lie/legit reason/ to have your love ones get you this game now if you can't afford it. To the gamers with 60$ we already have it and if you don't put frozen thin sliced bologna in your PS4 and play that.
  11. Mar 24, 2015
    9
    I've been a fan of Fromsoftware since King's Field 2 ( King's Field 1 in USA) and these games never seem to disappoint. .

    I recieved Bloodborne the 20th of March and was happy that I got it early but online features weren't available so the 20 hours I spent over the weekend playing it wasn't with online features. The environment reminds me a lot like Demon's Souls (tower of latria)
    I've been a fan of Fromsoftware since King's Field 2 ( King's Field 1 in USA) and these games never seem to disappoint. .

    I recieved Bloodborne the 20th of March and was happy that I got it early but online features weren't available so the 20 hours I spent over the weekend playing it wasn't with online features.

    The environment reminds me a lot like Demon's Souls (tower of latria) you hears cries in the distance and other werid noises.. Some of the creatures have reused sound from older games, but that is ok.
    When i first started playing the controls seemed really bad, but that is probably becuase I was used to Dark Souls. I do not know how many times I used a blood vial by accident.

    Game is still tough. I find it a lot harder than Dark Souls series, but this could also be because it's something new. Bosses are awesome..

    One thing that did bother me about this game is the load times. In a game where you die a lot the load times are too long. I really hope they cut that down in a future patch.

    Oh and there isn't as many weapons in Bloodborne as there are in souls but I see why they did it like this.

    Enjoy everyone, it's awesome. Stop reading reviews and buy the damn game. Finally a PS exclusive that does not disappoint...
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  12. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    The first must have of this generation. An amazing game that you wont be able to put down once you start. Fast, exciting gameplay. Thrills and excitement. Think you're safe? Sorry, there's something that wants to kill you behind that box.

    Secret passageways, awesome bosses, awesome graphics, awesome gameplay. The first MUST HAVE on the ps4
  13. Mar 24, 2015
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I wanted to like this game, I really really really did. The graphics were obviously downgraded from the trailers shown at events, and while the story was definitely not a major part of the game it was still very lacking. I was absolutely disgusted with the ending, it really was a cop-out with it just being all a dream. I loved that they tried making it lovecraftian, but it feels like the main idea of lovecraftian horror went right over FROM's head. The gameplay is identical to previous games in the Souls series, but much much easier. The overabundance of healing items makes the game far to easy when you consider the fact that it takes about an eighth of a second to actually heal. The easy healing makes the game much less punishing, and your healthbar essentially becomes your Healthbar+(Amount of Blood Vials * Amount healed by Blood Vials). The lack of content in the chalice dungeons is also very disappointing, and more often than not you'll find yourself walking down hallways that look and feel exactly the same over and over again, but I guess there's not really much you can do with randomly generated content.

    Overall I'd give the game a 5/10. It's a step back from its predecessors, and while it touches upon some interesting concepts the fundamentals of those concepts went right over FROMs head.
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  14. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Beautiful game, coming by From Software, I expected something like. Great Soundtrack and Scenery, Immersion and everything good can define this game, for sure a must buy.
  15. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Superb Game.
    Nothing comes close to this.
    A Master Piece and a reference for all developers for all future Projects.
    Highly Recommended and the ONLY game that justifies the purchase of a PS4.
    Even if you're not in the Souls Series game, you owe it to yourself to experience Bloodborne.
    10 / 10
  16. Mar 24, 2015
    9
    A must buy for any souls fan out there. the game is amazing in every aspect. and as usual for a from software game it has a great replay value. is not surprise that this is the best game on ps4. i give it a 9/10 and it not reaches the 10 just for the frame drop and the loading time. im just having the best fun playing this game, something that didnt happen in all 2014.
  17. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    If your a Souls player then you definitely need to play this game, i recommend it and if you dont have a PS4 go out and buy one cuz your missing out on alot!
  18. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Bloodborne is amazing and as close to perfection as you can get. Clearly the 0 reviews on this site are designed to bring the game score down. No game is worthy unless it's completely broken. Don't believe the hate and pick this up if you have a PS4!
  19. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    This is easily one of my favorite games of all time and the best of the soul series being a souls veteran my self with over 1500 on dark souls 500 on demon souls and 300 onn dark souls 2 i think that this one is my favorite from all the "souls" games
  20. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    This game is Dark Souls with fewer equipment, but much more nuanced combat. How well you do in the game has less to do with what weapon you have, but how well you are able to use it. It's a chance to show off your skill.

    People have been criticizing the load times, but they're not that bad. Just try not to die as much, and you'll never even experience the wait. One of the great
    This game is Dark Souls with fewer equipment, but much more nuanced combat. How well you do in the game has less to do with what weapon you have, but how well you are able to use it. It's a chance to show off your skill.

    People have been criticizing the load times, but they're not that bad. Just try not to die as much, and you'll never even experience the wait.

    One of the great things coming from Dark Souls to this is seeing enemies wander around. It reminds you that you're never safe and always have to be cautious.
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  21. Mar 24, 2015
    8
    Always was afraid to try hard games like Dark Souls and such. But with Bloodborne I found myself suck in to the world. It is hard, but it does give you a chance with its fast attack mechanics in all. Gave it a 8 and not a 9 because of some minor glitches, think they should of gone more in depth with the origins and story but overall great game.
  22. Mar 24, 2015
    5
    I'm not saying this is a bad game. It really seems like it simply isn't polished enough to call finished. The mechanics do need some tweaking, case in point the pistol counter and the 1 hit by any enemy stuns you long enough for them kill you. I also can't stand the lack of story in this, even Dark Souls had a more in depth story, I can't remember the last time I played a game with soI'm not saying this is a bad game. It really seems like it simply isn't polished enough to call finished. The mechanics do need some tweaking, case in point the pistol counter and the 1 hit by any enemy stuns you long enough for them kill you. I also can't stand the lack of story in this, even Dark Souls had a more in depth story, I can't remember the last time I played a game with so little story. There's no direction either so your left wandering most of the time. For people that have never played Dark Souls before are left in the dark when it comes to leveling, there's little tutorial aside from the mechanics of combat. This is literally a 50/50 love/hate this game. Expand
  23. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    This game is just amazing. The atmosphere the action part, soundtrack i cant find anything that could be bad i played 10 hours with the 1.0.1 and the loading time is around 10-17 sec that is not that much. Look forward to see the covenants.
  24. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Already died 20 times and 5 of them with the first boss; cursing at him for all the health i loos when I try to to change blood for silver bullets and fail to recover that blood. Loving this game.
  25. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Do you like the Souls games? Buy this immediately. If you don't know the Souls series then ask yourself, do you fancy the idea of being ravaged by a pack of tomahawk-wielding silverback gorillas? If so, buy this game.
  26. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    This game feels and plays like a From Software game should. However, the combat is so much more fluid and responsive compared with previous Souls games. Every boss fight instills a sense of dread and fear in the player. Enemies are brutal and unforgiving. I think I may have died more times playing Bloodborne in one night than I have in all of Demon's Souls, Dark Souls, and Dark Souls 2This game feels and plays like a From Software game should. However, the combat is so much more fluid and responsive compared with previous Souls games. Every boss fight instills a sense of dread and fear in the player. Enemies are brutal and unforgiving. I think I may have died more times playing Bloodborne in one night than I have in all of Demon's Souls, Dark Souls, and Dark Souls 2 combined. There's no greater sense of achievement than wrecking a tough as nails boss with only a tiny sliver of health remaining. Expect to take some time to learn the new gameplay mechanics. The tutorial is limited to messages in the game's main hub area similar to Demon's Souls. Everything you need to know can be found in game with a good sense of exploration and a little bit of critical thinking. This is by no means a casual game. You'll definitely need to utilize every bit of your smarts, reflexes, and persistence in order to make it through this game. Bloodborne is truly a work of art in every form. Now get out there and kill some beasts. You know, it's just what hunters do. Expand
  27. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    I couldn't sleep for days. I wasn't sure about Bloodborne after The Order 1886's disappointment. But I gave Bloodborne and Sony last chance to keep my PS4 in the gaming room and it saved me. This game, Bloodborne, is money worth and an exclusive of high quality gameplay. Arigatou gozaimasu
  28. Mar 24, 2015
    7
    I got this game early because of that fiasco with Target. I have to give it a 7. Here's the pros and cons:

    + Gets bonus points from me for not being casual **** like most modern games. + The atmosphere is very cool and level design is intricate. + There's a solid amount of weapons, armor and items. + Great soundtrack, always the best part about FromSoft games. + Backstabs are much
    I got this game early because of that fiasco with Target. I have to give it a 7. Here's the pros and cons:

    + Gets bonus points from me for not being casual **** like most modern games.
    + The atmosphere is very cool and level design is intricate.
    + There's a solid amount of weapons, armor and items.
    + Great soundtrack, always the best part about FromSoft games.
    + Backstabs are much harder to pull off and only worthwhile in PvE.
    = Enemy and boss design is unique at first, but becomes tiring as the game progresses.
    - Nothing was learned of the improvements in Dark Souls 2: no respecs, can't use more than 1 item at a time, dual wielding, etc.
    - Miyazaki still does not know how to design stats at all. Arcane is only effective in PvE and Bloodtinge is worthless.
    - NPCs are as shallow as they were in Dark Souls 2, they literally have no stories at all.
    - Chalice dungeons are needlessly grindy and will be what causes this game to have DLC.
    - All this creativity went into weapon design, but you still riposte with your fist.
    - Other minor **** that bugged me: stair ripostes are still impossible and your character can't be left-handed.

    Hopefully this is a helpful review for anyone considering purchasing this game.
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  29. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    So satisfying and rewarding, totally recommended to anyone, regardless of whether you like Dark Souls or not, in fact if you didn't like Dark Souls for the combat then this negates that with it being faster and more aggressive so even non-DS fans might love it.
  30. Mar 24, 2015
    9
    I've only played a few hours but so far it's blatantly obvious that this is a very high quality game. The sounds are creepy, the enemies are very creepy, and the atmosphere blows any other "survival horror" game out of the water. If you enjoyed any of the demons' Souls/Dark Souls games then you owe yourself a favor in picking this one up!

    Combat is a blast and the rest of the guy just
    I've only played a few hours but so far it's blatantly obvious that this is a very high quality game. The sounds are creepy, the enemies are very creepy, and the atmosphere blows any other "survival horror" game out of the water. If you enjoyed any of the demons' Souls/Dark Souls games then you owe yourself a favor in picking this one up!

    Combat is a blast and the rest of the guy just ties it all together nicely, now on to some creepy Co-op!
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  31. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    The game is really awesome! It's a dark themed medieval feeling scene that will keep you on the edge of your seat. It's a tougher game than most.. just like Demons Souls and Dark Souls, so be prepared for a good challenge. It plays and looks similarly to the Souls series, but that's about it. You can't compare it to FromSoftware's other games because this is a new IP... a new series. It'sThe game is really awesome! It's a dark themed medieval feeling scene that will keep you on the edge of your seat. It's a tougher game than most.. just like Demons Souls and Dark Souls, so be prepared for a good challenge. It plays and looks similarly to the Souls series, but that's about it. You can't compare it to FromSoftware's other games because this is a new IP... a new series. It's not Dark Souls and it's not Demon's Souls, so please keep that in mind and treat it as its own game and don't compare it to something else.

    This game is a great reason to own a PS4! The first party exclusive titles are always premium and why I've loved and chosen PlayStation since 1995. Here's to another great exclusive. Congrats, Sony! The fans appreciate it.
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  32. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Been playing the game since midnight launch.

    ~11 hours. Starting off can be a little difficult, but take your time, explore, and the game will open up nicely. Currently beat 5 bosses so far, they were some epic battles. Feels great not being able to turtle, you're forced to play aggressive. Enemies do huge damage to your character, but you can gain almost all your health back
    Been playing the game since midnight launch.

    ~11 hours.

    Starting off can be a little difficult, but take your time, explore, and the game will open up nicely.

    Currently beat 5 bosses so far, they were some epic battles. Feels great not being able to turtle, you're forced to play aggressive.

    Enemies do huge damage to your character, but you can gain almost all your health back with counter attacks thanks to the regain system. A very fun system indeed. My tip: your health regenerates proportional to your damage, so a high damage weapon with a quick lead time is the ideal weapon to exploit regain.

    Another tip: if you're frustrated with a boss fight, or keep dying in an area, go somewhere else. The world is large, and you may have just taken a wrong turn :)

    I am having an absolute blast with this game... although, not sure WTF is going on with the story. Not that it matters, it's all about the gameplay baby!

    Best game of 2015 so far.
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  33. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    This game is magnificent. It's very similar to the souls series but with different gameplay mechanics such as the ability to block is frowned upon. Weapons CAN be found in the wild and load times are not 40 seconds long maybe 20-25 seconds. Stuff that is missing that used to be in the souls game like blacksmiths and factions aren't really noticeable because this isn't souls it's a newThis game is magnificent. It's very similar to the souls series but with different gameplay mechanics such as the ability to block is frowned upon. Weapons CAN be found in the wild and load times are not 40 seconds long maybe 20-25 seconds. Stuff that is missing that used to be in the souls game like blacksmiths and factions aren't really noticeable because this isn't souls it's a new franchise with different approaches. If everything was the same then I would have played this game already. The atmosphere does change it's all not just gothic architecture. These people complaining about all the things I've mentioned here either haven't played the game because they only have an xbox or didn't play long enough. The game is phenomenal. Anything less than an 8 is ridiculous and the zeroes are absurd because that means the game is unplayable which isn't the case. Expand
  34. Mar 24, 2015
    9
    Several hours in, game looks amazing, the atmosphere, movement, boss designs all ooze quality. Loses a point for some issues that need to be ironed out, load times, some framing problems, hopefully both will be addressed in patches over the next few weeks. Overall, another amazing Souls experience, I'm not 100% sure that it beats Demons Souls, my current favorite, but by the time I'm done,Several hours in, game looks amazing, the atmosphere, movement, boss designs all ooze quality. Loses a point for some issues that need to be ironed out, load times, some framing problems, hopefully both will be addressed in patches over the next few weeks. Overall, another amazing Souls experience, I'm not 100% sure that it beats Demons Souls, my current favorite, but by the time I'm done, it just might. Expand
  35. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    The best part about Bloodborne is not its brilliant artstyle nor is it the great combat. It's the fact that FromSoftware managed to build up a game with many, many new ideas without forgetting its roots. Bloodborne feels like one of the Souls Games in many ways but still manages to bring fresh ideas to the mix. Besides that: Bloodborne is more accessible than the Souls games but stillThe best part about Bloodborne is not its brilliant artstyle nor is it the great combat. It's the fact that FromSoftware managed to build up a game with many, many new ideas without forgetting its roots. Bloodborne feels like one of the Souls Games in many ways but still manages to bring fresh ideas to the mix. Besides that: Bloodborne is more accessible than the Souls games but still really challenging.

    The combat offers a great risk & reward system due to it's lack of defensive options like heavy shields or armor and even though this feels pretty strange in the beginning, you get use to it pretty fast. And when you face one of the first two bosses you realize, that you have to go with the now combat flow - and that it's awesome! Rushing around the battlefield, poking and dodging your enemy feels pretty rewarding and makes a lot of fun.

    Graphics are great and really atmospheric, some minor framedrops sometimes annoy a bit, but besides that everything is fine.

    There are not as many weapons but the "few" you've got are absolutely great. Every weapon has two modes which you can choose and which give them another feel to it but the weapons itself are pretty creative and different and offer a lot of different playstyles.

    There is so much more I could say, since I'm playing it since Saturday, but only that much: Bloodborne is the first game of this gen, that doesn't only fulfill it's promises, it even surpasses them. Besides the rare framedrops and the long loading times (up to 30-40secs, sometimes) there is not much bad to say about Bloodborne. The first GOTY candidate and definately worth a look, at least.
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  36. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    HAHAHAH I had a friend lets name him "Bayonetta" for now, this "Bayonetta" guy used to **** on PS4 every **** day since the console came out, when the Order 1886 crashed he spent the whole month trolling over the internet to celebrate, but deep within his mind he knew he couldnt keep doing it for long, because soon after the PS4 would rise, and it did. Oh boy it did!

    I already know why
    HAHAHAH I had a friend lets name him "Bayonetta" for now, this "Bayonetta" guy used to **** on PS4 every **** day since the console came out, when the Order 1886 crashed he spent the whole month trolling over the internet to celebrate, but deep within his mind he knew he couldnt keep doing it for long, because soon after the PS4 would rise, and it did. Oh boy it did!

    I already know why Sony decided to delay Uncharted 4, and that's because only one game can be GOTY.

    Trust me on this guys, my Bayonetta friend suddenly dissapearance is related to the quality of this game, I wouldnt be surprised if he already commit suicide. I've spent the whole day playing this and IT SURPASSES DEMON SOULSS!! harder than demon souls, and with more content, better dialogues, better story, better atmosphere, better soundtrack, better boss fights, there are some bosses that you will never forget in your life.

    You-Got-To-Buy-This-Game.
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  37. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Best game Ever. On PS4 only.
    Better than Dark Souls. A fantastic experience.
    Level Design is unbelievable.
    Gameplay is so far better than Dark souls, more action.
    Thanks Sony, Thanks From Software for this masterpiece.
  38. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    best next gen game so far 20 hours in nowhere near complete anyone giving it low scores seem to be people who have not played the game and xbox one or pc gamers who want it on their platform lol
  39. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Before I start with my small review, first I have to say, LOL the xbox fanboys so buthurt and salty. "Reviewing" a game on a console they dont own, give 0 to all the PS4 game but 10 to every xbone game including Screamride, just check their profiles everyone, what a effing joke they are, sad to be an xbox users. Anyway this game is brutal, as a regular souls player this is simply aBefore I start with my small review, first I have to say, LOL the xbox fanboys so buthurt and salty. "Reviewing" a game on a console they dont own, give 0 to all the PS4 game but 10 to every xbone game including Screamride, just check their profiles everyone, what a effing joke they are, sad to be an xbox users. Anyway this game is brutal, as a regular souls player this is simply a masterpiece. The bosses, songs, details, atmosphere are incredible. This is another Miyazaki masterpiece. If you thought this was gonna be easy you're wrong. The weapons are amazing and fun to use. Probably the best souls games. From Soft and Miyazaki did it again. A must play. 10/10. Stay salty xboners lmao. Expand
  40. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    It's faster ,harder , darker, more gothic than the other souls game ,The Van Helsing type game is just awesome ,the Gameplay feels like any other souls game and i enjoy this game. PS4 sure as hell needed this after the disgrace known as The Order 18-something.
  41. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Early "review" after three hours of play. It's Dark Souls on crack. It's really good, about the only reason to have a PS4 if you've already got a PC, and it's totally worth every penny.
  42. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Made me sneeze tears. I have only sneezed tears one other time during my life, when toilets were invented. So I think it is safe to say that my sneeze has a lot of meaning.
  43. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Bloodborne is the best Game on the PS4. The atmosphere is incredible and the combat system makes a lot of fun. Fans of the "Souls" series will love this game.
  44. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Игра великолепна! Играю уже порядка 4-5 часов и не могу оторваться - браво Миядзаки, мне более сказать про эту замечательнейшую игру нечего. Удивили не то слово.
  45. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Es un juego que tenemos que valorar por lo que es.
    No es Dark o Demon´s Souls.
    ES BLOODBORNE.
    Y mi veredicto tras 42 horas de juego continuo es de un 9,8
  46. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    The best generation game! I am very angry about dying in the game! Game difficult and engaging! I'm loving it all! Great gameplay! Best PS4 game ever!!!
  47. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Great music and scenery! This is the best game of From Software so far. Awesome mastepiece. You have to dodge all the time which is great fun. Highly recommend this game to any newcomers, and souls fans.
    My favourite game in a long time
  48. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    This is my ideal succesor of the soul game. The immersion really great, the control really responsive, the multiplayer fun and exciting. Eventhough it coined as successor of soul series, the gameplay style itself feel really fresh. Being an agresive player is more rewarded.

    Not been able to find any faults with it and the loading times drama is way overblown. Gameplay 10/10 Story
    This is my ideal succesor of the soul game. The immersion really great, the control really responsive, the multiplayer fun and exciting. Eventhough it coined as successor of soul series, the gameplay style itself feel really fresh. Being an agresive player is more rewarded.

    Not been able to find any faults with it and the loading times drama is way overblown.
    Gameplay 10/10
    Story 10/10
    Graphics 10/10
    Music 10/10
    Everything 10/10
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  49. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Absolutely fantastic, this game (in my opinion) is the best one of this generation so far, it's what the players have been waiting since the start of this gen.The set is perfect, graphics are really nice, combat is awesome,enemies are terrifying, everything in this game is awesome and addicting.
  50. Mar 24, 2015
    9
    Bloodborne is more of a spiritual successor to Demon's Souls than it is to either Dark Souls or its sequel. Like Demon's Souls, the story is heavy and morose, and the area design is part open world and part level-based. If you are a fan of From's work, you'll find yourself at home in Yharnam. If you have not tried their games, Bloodborne is the most accessible game to date, but it isBloodborne is more of a spiritual successor to Demon's Souls than it is to either Dark Souls or its sequel. Like Demon's Souls, the story is heavy and morose, and the area design is part open world and part level-based. If you are a fan of From's work, you'll find yourself at home in Yharnam. If you have not tried their games, Bloodborne is the most accessible game to date, but it is also the least forgiving. This may be a AAA title, but it doesn't have the full AAA audience appeal. Bloodborne expects your full and undivided attention, and the gameplay necessitates that.

    The Good: excellent level design that rewards exploration without being incomprehensible, dark brooding atmosphere and soundtrack, the kind of gameplay and story you've come to expect from the creators of Demon's Souls and Dark Souls

    The Bad: poor loading times (patch is apparently incoming), some mild pacing issues, the streamlined design makes it feel slightly lean by From Software standards.
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  51. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Amazing BOMB!
    Just the perfect Killer Application of this generation, PS4 have now a must-have for all Soul's Fan out there.
    We got a GOTY here guys, enjoy!
  52. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    First time playing a From Software game. I have to say this game is freaking amazing! Once I'm done with this which I'm sure it will not be for a while I'm gonna give the Dark Souls games a shot. I just love that feeling of accomplishment with this very difficult but addicting game.
  53. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    This is why we game. Bloodborne is a title that defines and consumes. It is, in all aspects, a masterpiece. As a Souls Veteran of 900+ hours, this MF is hard. GOOD LUCK.
  54. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    An amazing and atmospheric masterpiece. Takes what makes the Souls series so special and amplifies it ten fold. The new, faster combat system and the emphasis on horror make Bloodborne an instant classic.
  55. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    There're no words to describe how magnificent is this game. Bloodborne is the perfect and at the same time cruel evolution of Souls series. His deepest fears will be revealed in this game. Masterpiece. Thanks Sony and From Software.
  56. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Melhor jogo da geração até o momento. Jogabilidade excelente, história cativante e ambientação magnifica! Gráficos não são de ponta, porém, levando em consideração que é um jogo da série Souls, o gráfico do jogo está incrível. Assim como Demons Souls, que até então havia sido o jogo de melhor qualidade da série, Bloodborne é sem dúvida um sucessor de qualidade da série!
  57. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    One by one of the movement is made carefully , and cool enough infuriating.
    The pre-read the movement of the enemy , brilliant and pulled the attack ,
    when given a whole body blow , a large amount of adrenaline secreted.

    The game It does not hurt to buy if you're loved.
    I now have to spend the time that exciting best.
  58. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    This game is a masterpiece! Hard as Bloody hell! If you don't like a really hard challenge ...get away from it! But if you assume the risk...bring it on!
  59. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    If you liked Dark Souls 1 or Demon's Souls you'll love it, It innovates enough to make every experience and encounter new and fresh.
    Any negative review is made by people who either only have a PC/Xbox/WiiU or have never played it.
  60. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Utterly engrossing. Miyazaki is back on top form with this gruesome, gothic romp through the cavernous streets of Yarnham. The gameplay is frenetic yet precise, the atmosphere is dark and heavy and the sound design ... oh the sound design. Overall: truly spectacular and a must own.
  61. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    God has blessed us with this almighty game my brethrens,go try it u won't be disappointed.This is the game that made me go and buy a PS4.nuff said.BloodBorne's a masterpiece.GFX are much better here then they were in Soul games,the blood effects are hella awesome,chalice mp is also surprisingly good
  62. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Beautiful game, coming by From Software, I waited so long for something like that.
    It's extremely immersive , it's kind of dream or nightmare , the graphics are amazing.

    It has Great Soundtrack and Scenery, Immersion and everything good can define this game, for sure a must buy.
  63. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Clearly the Game of the year 2015.
    * +60hours game
    * Great Sound
    * Great Gameplay

    You can dislike this game but only haters or Xboners give 0 to this game.
  64. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Bloodborne, the spiritual successor to Demon's/Dark Souls, is perhaps the best game released this year. Each boss, weapon, and environment has been meticulously designed, and the world is a dark yet engrossing one that will hook you in for hours.
  65. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Amazing game, great soundtrack, game play, The enemies and environment design is amazing too , a little weird AF and have some frames drops, I don't care about the loading (I play to not die) but everything else is amazing, love this game.

    For me GOTY
  66. Mar 24, 2015
    8
    This is a complete Dark Souls rip off. It's very fun and look amazing but I don't care!
    And this is why you should never believe in a Metacritic user.
  67. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    The best in the series so far. Great sound, dark and greedy, large amount of content and re-playability.
    The best part of submitting this comment is watching the negative user submitted scores crying for a PC port of the game. X-mas came early :)
  68. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    The Xbox fanboys and PC fanboys are trying their best to speak negative in the user score of this game :/ This game is one of the best games of the year! It easily exceeded my expectations :) Monsters leave their mark on you, co-op is amazing, and the weapons are really cool :D Honestly, I think this is definitely worth the purchase and easily the best game to come out so far for PS4 this year :D
  69. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Just a great game overall, nice graphics, nice soundtracks, awesome boss fights and the difficulty is right. A must for any ps4 owners and worthy of all the good critics and reviews
  70. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Spoiler Free Review in Progress:

    Your enjoyment of a game like Bloodborne will directly correspond to your willingness to learn. This is not passive entertainment like so many other attempts at gameplay. From Software demands focus from the player. If you're at all familiar with Demon's Souls or Dark Souls (and to a lesser extent Dark Souls II), you should have a decent primer in
    Spoiler Free Review in Progress:

    Your enjoyment of a game like Bloodborne will directly correspond to your willingness to learn. This is not passive entertainment like so many other attempts at gameplay. From Software demands focus from the player.

    If you're at all familiar with Demon's Souls or Dark Souls (and to a lesser extent Dark Souls II), you should have a decent primer in what to expect here as far as difficulty is concerned. It's not difficult in the same way poorly designed games of yesteryear were difficult. Quite the contrary. The difficulty of the game comes from subverting a players expectations when booting a game up. There are so many titles that aim to place the player in a position of power, one wherein the perceived danger is just enough to cyclically communicate small accomplishments at a rapid pace, pushing the player further. Bloodborne isn't as interested in patting players on the back and offering a gold star for participation.

    Bloodborne offers an oppressive world that is never unfair. It communicates clearly what it expects from you and punishes you in kind for not following the rules that it lays out. If you learn. If you endure. Every victory will bring genuine fulfillment.

    The graphics are some of the best available to the current generation of games, with the occasional framerate hiccup. These performance issues may detract for some people, but they have not compromised my ability to play the game in the slightest. They do, however, momentarily break immersion during intense fights. Hopefully this is something that can be patched. The load times are also frustrating - partly because of their actual length, but also because I just want to get back to the game.

    I'll return to this review as I experience more and will flesh it out to include specific gameplay mechanics. That being said, if you're reading these reviews, you already have an idea of what to expect. If it is validation you seek, Bloodborne is the first truly essential current gen game.
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  71. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Its been a long, hard, beautifull night. Thaks a lot FromSoftware. Just writing for the 150 chars, what I really want to say is: PERFECT GAME.
  72. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Bloodborne keeps everything that made the Souls games great and finds way to make it better. The combat is faster and more exciting and the whole game is infused with a haunting Lovecraft-style atmosphere, but the satisfying challenge is still there. From Software knocks another one out of the park; it's still early, but Bloodborne is a definite contender for game of the year.
  73. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    In just six years we've seen four total games using the formula, and despite taking a step back for Dark Souls II, Miyazaki returns to the driver's seat with Bloodborne. Bloodborne is as glorious as it is grotesque, a harsh and unyielding exercise in getting battered mercilessly while feeling encouraged the whole painful way. You can also hit crazy villagers with a cane that’s also a whipIn just six years we've seen four total games using the formula, and despite taking a step back for Dark Souls II, Miyazaki returns to the driver's seat with Bloodborne. Bloodborne is as glorious as it is grotesque, a harsh and unyielding exercise in getting battered mercilessly while feeling encouraged the whole painful way. You can also hit crazy villagers with a cane that’s also a whip before toasting them with a handheld flamethrower. Because of course you can. Expand
  74. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    HTis game is fuxing amazing literallt an orgasim in your fuxing mouth like oh my god greatest game ever

    Thats what little kids would say trying to act like adults. This game is very, very good. Graphics are amazing gameplay is solid and the atmosphere ingulfs you into its dark mystical world of Bloodbourne.
  75. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is great the 1st exclusive on ps4 you must buy it if you played and loves demon's souls and dark souls I'm Certain you love this legend .
    If you have or want to buy ps4 you must buy this game.
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  76. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    It's everything Dark Souls was, cranked up to 11. This is the best non-remake game on new gen yet. (The Last of Us was one of my favorite games of all time, however).

    This is a system seller if there ever was one. Hard, but not in stupid ways. It challenges you to be better and you will, or you will die repeatedly.
  77. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    This game is unbelievable it changed my whole life. Verry good game, the Combat feels awesome, the graphics look very good in my Opinion. Also there is a very cute lady doll
  78. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    An absolute monster of a game. Dark, brutal but still their is beauty in all this darkness. The art direction is impeccable and the fighting system is incredibly rewarding and fun. Absolute must buy and the first real system seller for PS4!
  79. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    This is the best game ever. Period. The soul series reached the perfection. I never felt so tense and alone in a game before. Completely alone. There is a paradoxical feeling there: you love the game, but the game hates you.
  80. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Before you read my reviews, i just wanna said dat this game deserve a respect, please dont let the trolls dat scored this 1/10 or lower fool you, cuz this game is IMHO, undoubtedly THE best game i've ever played in this next-gen gaming :). I would dare to even said dat its on par if not better than Bayonttea 2, SSB or GTA V Remastered :D !!!
    I dont want to write a very long and
    Before you read my reviews, i just wanna said dat this game deserve a respect, please dont let the trolls dat scored this 1/10 or lower fool you, cuz this game is IMHO, undoubtedly THE best game i've ever played in this next-gen gaming :). I would dare to even said dat its on par if not better than Bayonttea 2, SSB or GTA V Remastered :D !!!
    I dont want to write a very long and complexity review cuz i dont have time for dat, ( need to go back and shut my life with da game, know wat im sayin XD !!?? ) So i will just simply tell you the Pros & Cons:

    PROs:
    + The best looking FROM Software game thus far! Also, Running on native 1080p 30fps.
    + Story wise is not the core of the game, but its indeed well constructed.
    +. Very challenging, even to vetetan Demon/Dark-Soul players cuz the game mechanic is faster and more aggressive than previous titles. If you play passively like you did in DS, then you are gonna get rekt-ed.
    + The soundtracks. Played and you will understand of how beautiful it real'y is ;).
    + Chalice Dungeon, an online mode dat is unique to Demon Souls, Dark Souls. It will give you re-playable value sky rocketed, I guarantee!
    + Combats & Weaponry are excellent! Unlike dark souls 2 where we have tons of weapons but most of them are pretty much useless at some point and have no real identity in it. Bloodborne is opposite to dat, its chose the Path of Quality over Quantity. Since each weapon will give you different moves, different builds, different effects, powers, buffs, etc. Every single weapon is important & Unique, It is very diversity in its own way.
    + Boss fights. If you think Dark Souls 2 boss fight was great ? Think again cuz Bloodborne just delivered this awesomeness to a whole new scale, its much more scarier, its much more graphically improvement and its indeed way more HARDER. (especially those in Chalice Dungeon.)

    Now is the sad part about the game, the Cons....
    CONs:
    - Framerate would drop at around 24-26 fps when you are in boss fight, very rare tho.
    - buggy & loading screen, i have only met twice so far, but it is indeed in the game.

    However, since these cons are very unessential and a little buggy with a framerate drops can be found in any game you can list of, not to mention i played the game BEFORE the launch XD!. Im sure when the game released, then It will be perfect :).
    Happy gaming everybody and please stop trolling, thx :).
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  81. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    By far the best game out there on the ps4 till date. great soundtrack, wonderful atmosphere,hard game-play. this game has everything a die-heart souls fan would want from it and it delivers perfectly.
  82. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Absolutely stunning game visuals and equally astounding game play. From Software's new universe truly immerses the player and allows him to experience something like never before. As good as and may even be slight better than dark souls due to its faster paced combat systems.
  83. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    From Software u are genius... If u are fan of Souls series u will be happy. Locations/design/atmosphere over 9000 level. The best action rpg in next gen consoles - no doubt.
  84. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    If you are a fan of the series you'll love this game. The faster pace is a refreshing change to the already amazing game play formula. This game may not be for everyone (especially the obvious trolls giving it a 0 thinking they are accomplishing something) but for those who do enjoy it, they will enjoy it allot.
  85. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Having a blast so far, great graphics, plays very well. Received an early copy and didn't put it down for the whole weekend (except for a few Iron Banner hours). Must have.
  86. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    The game is awesome, it's definitely the best ps4 games so far (excluding tlou remastered). It's not without its fault too( long loading time) but I still give this a 10 because some trolls decided that 0 is an acceptable score to this game( or any games for that matter). Overall, a real gem.
  87. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    This is an amazing game, story line, setting, and gamplay make this a real unique game and the best in the souls series! but by far the best thing about it is......its not on pc so i guess its the ps4 master race now hahahahahahahahahaha
  88. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is amazing. Every from software fans dreams. Goty all the way. Dont listen to trolls. I would have given it 9, but cause the trolls it's a 10.

    Play this game, this is one of the best.

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  89. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    This game is amazing! From software did it again! the weapons and the combat is amazing as well,Graphics are awesome, soundtract is also amazing, this is the best game of Playstation 4 . Thank you SONY and From Software
  90. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    I was very surprised with the game is really showing the true potential of the PS4. Remember that we are only at the beginning of generation console. Many good things still to come. Congratulations SONY for this great release. Note 10.
  91. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Best current gen exclusive game across all consoles so far. From Software has expanded upon their Souls game formula and made a fantastic new IP game.
  92. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Fantastic! The better exclusive game of the next-gen consoles. Nice graphics, nice mechanics and awesome atmosphere. The better game of the better console.
    This is the best game of From Software so far. Great music and scenery! From top to bottom, combat in Bloodborne feels designed to break the habits of old Souls players.The pace of combat has dramatically, and depending on how you've played these games in the past, you might be in for a rude awakening
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  93. Mar 24, 2015
    9
    bloodborne will kick your ass, and you'll enjoy it, and you'll go back for more, and then your go back for some more but with a new strategy and you'll win and you will feel like the king, or queen what ever.

    point being the change in pacing is excellent, the graphics are excellent and atmosphere for the game is perfect, you will be punshied for being greedy and rewarded for taking
    bloodborne will kick your ass, and you'll enjoy it, and you'll go back for more, and then your go back for some more but with a new strategy and you'll win and you will feel like the king, or queen what ever.

    point being the change in pacing is excellent, the graphics are excellent and atmosphere for the game is perfect, you will be punshied for being greedy and rewarded for taking your time to work your foes weakness out and attacking them with some thought,

    there are a few hiccups along the way but in true FromSoftware fassion it's feels like it was meant to be there, though the really should not be there,

    as a side note people that are rating this game a 0 have no idea how to play this game or have done it out of spite. please ignore all score blow a 3 because going into that territory makes it as bad as big rigs, and just by opening the box this game is a million miles better than anything under that level

    grow up please
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  94. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    A truly must try out master piece of a game. another must experience game. try it you will not regret This is the Must Have Title for the Playstation 4. Its hard, but never have I experienced a game with so much reward to the player for putting the time and effort into a game.
  95. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Thank you, From Software, for bringing Dark Souls 1 quality back!
    The game is beautiful and alive! The scenario is so full of detail, it's kinda hard to distinguish everything if you don't look with some attention!
    10/10 love it.
  96. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Great Game. Incredible story, atmosphere, soundtrack! Miyzaki is the true genious of this generation!
    First killer app for Playstation, It's a different game from Dark Souls..only similar...still GREAT
  97. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Excellent game that returns to the roots that made the original Souls games shine. A true masterpiece which excellent gameplay that does not forgive if you make a mistake.
  98. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Probably the best game you can get on the PS4 right now or any next gen console at all. Its the highest rated souls game, PS4 game, and next gen game.
  99. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    On a deeper level, Bloodborne's audacity at shoving you into an adventure, giving you a colossal world to explore, and forcing you to earn every speck of progress is downright exhilarating. With both familiar and carefully refined mechanics, it's sure to please any Souls fan. It has its problems (namely the loading times which are said to be fixed in an upcoming patch), but none detractOn a deeper level, Bloodborne's audacity at shoving you into an adventure, giving you a colossal world to explore, and forcing you to earn every speck of progress is downright exhilarating. With both familiar and carefully refined mechanics, it's sure to please any Souls fan. It has its problems (namely the loading times which are said to be fixed in an upcoming patch), but none detract too much from the strong core experience.

    From Software achieved everything that it needed to with Bloodborne. It revitalised a series that had suffered dissapointment with Dark Souls 2, and easily stands as the best action RPG for this generation of consoles. There is absolutely no reason to miss out on this one. This is a must buy for any PS4 owner out there.
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  100. Mar 24, 2015
    10
    This game is an absolute MUST have PS4 exclusive, and it's actually the only really good one aside from the remasters at the moment. The game is a lot more skill based this time around I find, because sheilds are now rare and not that great. You have to dodge all the time which is great fun. Highly recommend this game to any newcomers, and souls fans.
    My favourite game in a long time, and
    This game is an absolute MUST have PS4 exclusive, and it's actually the only really good one aside from the remasters at the moment. The game is a lot more skill based this time around I find, because sheilds are now rare and not that great. You have to dodge all the time which is great fun. Highly recommend this game to any newcomers, and souls fans.
    My favourite game in a long time, and I'm only 15 hours in
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Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 100 Critic Reviews

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