Bloodborne

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

Universal acclaim- based on 13072 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 942 out of 13072
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  1. Frost_Cube
    Feb 25, 2021
    10
    Bloodborne is as glorious as it is grotesque, a harsh and unyielding exercise in getting battered mercilessly while feeling encouraged the whole painful way. While very much a Souls game through and through, the switch from methodical and slow progression to a faster, ultimately more sava
  2. Flybloom
    Feb 24, 2021
    10
    Bloodborne will be hopefully next game to come to PC after Days Gone, i mean it's obvious at this point and i'm so hyped. I generally don't like souls games, because i absolutely hate dying over and over again, but to me Bloodborne is different. It has interesting setting and graphically it can look amazing on PC. Can't wait.
  3. deathstramding
    Feb 22, 2021
    10
    very hard game but try legend game play play this game nice game very souls game
  4. dyeah
    Feb 22, 2021
    7
    Positives
    Creepy yet beautiful world. Great monster design. Interesting weapon choices (after the DLC).
    Negatives Many frustrating moments, even relative to other FROM games. Animation lock. Bad framerate impacts gameplay. Unresponsive controls. Tedious runs to the boss. The blood vial system wastes your time forcing you to farm if you are having trouble with a boss. No respec    Positives
    Creepy yet beautiful world. Great monster design. Interesting weapon choices (after the DLC).

    Negatives
    Many frustrating moments, even relative to other FROM games. Animation lock. Bad framerate impacts gameplay. Unresponsive controls. Tedious runs to the boss. The blood vial system wastes your time forcing you to farm if you are having trouble with a boss. No respec limits your weapon choices in a single playthrough.    … Expand
  5. Soutlite
    Feb 22, 2021
    8
    This game has only one minus personally to me, because I don’t like this setting.
  6. Batman431
    Feb 21, 2021
    10
    El juego perfecto. La excelencia. El techo de la industria tanto jugablemente, como visualmente, como sonoramente. Todo. El imprescindible entre imprescindibles. Gracias fromsoftware y Sony por hacerme sentir con este videojuego lo mismo que sentí cuando jugué a Pokemon por primera vez con 9 años y devolverme esa ilusión por los videojuegos. Gracias, de corazón.
  7. msenturk80
    Feb 21, 2021
    10
    This is the loveliest form of difficulty.

    You cant save the progress whenever you want. If you die, you start from the beginning (like the first Hitman game-Hitman Codename 47). If you have discovered shortcuts, you can shortcut to the end of level. So there is a rewarding system in the game, not only a stupid style of difficulty. Enemies are though too. Sometimes two or three easy    This is the loveliest form of difficulty.

    You cant save the progress whenever you want. If you die, you start from the beginning (like the first Hitman game-Hitman Codename 47). If you have discovered shortcuts, you can shortcut to the end of level. So there is a rewarding system in the game, not only a stupid style of difficulty. Enemies are though too. Sometimes two or three easy enemies can kill you.    … Expand
  8. AlanNFroes
    Feb 20, 2021
    9
    Um dos melhores games do PS4, apenas tinham que melhorar a taxa de frames que às vezes cai demais.
  9. Distblood
    Feb 14, 2021
    10
    una absoluta maravilla, gráficamente increíble, música maravillosa entregándonos una danza con la muerte en cada boss.
    el único detalle son los 30 fps todo lo demas sobresaliente
  10. keredd1010
    Feb 10, 2021
    9
    Bloodborne is not perfect but man, does it come close. The setting and atmosphere are indeed perfect along with everything that goes along to making that perfect such as the music. Combat is fast-paced and will test your reflexes. I really love the outfits for your character although they seem to be really limited in helping you out as armour. Barely any noticeable protection whichBloodborne is not perfect but man, does it come close. The setting and atmosphere are indeed perfect along with everything that goes along to making that perfect such as the music. Combat is fast-paced and will test your reflexes. I really love the outfits for your character although they seem to be really limited in helping you out as armour. Barely any noticeable protection which actually opens the door to just wearing whatever you think looks cool since the fire armour is barely going to help you much more against a fire using enemy (as an example), I do have a couple of nit picks such as you cannot reassign your RPG points, having to go to the Hunter's Dream to teleport anywhere instead of directly at the lamps like in DS III, and some of the Caryll Rune buffs are pathetic (2 or 3%, really?). But it is easy to overlook these shortcomings because the combat is fantastic and the bosses are so much fun. Runs like complete **** on PS4 as you will see frame drops especially on the boss fights but it mostly runs fine. Game is on the top of my list for should be ported to a PC ASAP. Game is awesome but not for **** GIT GUD BIOTCH.… Expand
  11. wconner546
    Feb 10, 2021
    10
    Genuinely one of the best designed games and worlds I've ever played. Even something as small as progression is just nonlinear enough to be satisfying but not overwhelming. Also a great game to get into fromsoft games, but it'll make you wish they were all bloodborne.
  12. Machaca300
    Feb 10, 2021
    10
    Simplemente es perfecto. No tengo otras palabras para describirlo.
    El Lore,ambientación,sistema de combate, jefes etc, son brutalmente hermosos. Fue una muy buena experiencia y se acaba de convertir en mi videojuego favorito. ❤️
  13. agapokolo
    Feb 9, 2021
    10
    5 years later and this game is still one of a kind. If you can endure the challenge, then this game is a must play, and even if the difficulty is not for you, you can always co-op with friends or find people online to play it with. Environments contain a chilling atmosphere, where you never know what you will meet right around the corner. There is a great variety of unique bosses and5 years later and this game is still one of a kind. If you can endure the challenge, then this game is a must play, and even if the difficulty is not for you, you can always co-op with friends or find people online to play it with. Environments contain a chilling atmosphere, where you never know what you will meet right around the corner. There is a great variety of unique bosses and enemies, each of them having incredible design. The combat mechanics are perfect, making every enemy encounter extremely fun. I honestly can't think of a single flaw, other than a few performance issues.… Expand
  14. ConnorDBH94
    Feb 7, 2021
    10
    Es el primer soulsborne que juego, la música te adentra en el momento de la campaña, sus escenarios son majestuosos, y sus jefes, lo mejor que he enfrentado, es un videojuego que temía jugar, pero que con respeto, gracias a él me introduce en una saga de juegos. No puedo describir más allá del hecho de que si hay un juego que le he invertido mucho, es este.
  15. Rondinelli
    Feb 6, 2021
    10
    Masterpiece!!! The best game ever, i like RPG games so much, definitely i want a sequel.
  16. bear00766
    Feb 6, 2021
    10
    This game is amazing and since we havent gotten such a good game in a long time i will definitely support it. Bloodborne is a must play for every ps4 user who likes to challenge himself. Every single penny you invested in buying this game is worth it, at least for me.
  17. EdgarballZ
    Feb 5, 2021
    10
    Bloodborne is the best game of the Souls-Borne series. You can tell how From Software learned from their previous titles, and made a true masterpiece. Action is fluid and frenetic, enemies and the areas are challenging but rewarding, the weapon system is flawless, and the lore is just as interesting as other souls games, maybe even more in comparison. Easily one of the best, if not THEBloodborne is the best game of the Souls-Borne series. You can tell how From Software learned from their previous titles, and made a true masterpiece. Action is fluid and frenetic, enemies and the areas are challenging but rewarding, the weapon system is flawless, and the lore is just as interesting as other souls games, maybe even more in comparison. Easily one of the best, if not THE best PS4 game there is.… Expand
  18. biggame
    Feb 5, 2021
    10
    A true masterpiece, this game is one of my favorite fromsoftware games and whoever hating on this game is just out of jealousy, dont listen to them.
  19. aKyoXxD
    Feb 4, 2021
    10
    Incredible, the best from software game, better than sekiro, and all the souls trilogy
  20. Xvatch
    Dec 16, 2020
    7
    Amazing plot, writing, atmospherics and weapons. Though a 1-3 shot death game with some AI issues where a few bosses spam OP arcane spells continously without end back-to-back as some bug, never fixed. Irritating while the game is already difficult and punishes you upon death
  21. ZeusMadness
    Feb 3, 2021
    10
    At the start is was very difficult and frustrating but it became my favourite ...the best game i ve ever played
  22. Davor11
    Feb 2, 2021
    4
    I don't like game... is too depressing, dark, repetitive ... the design could have been better ... I don't understand such high marks
  23. TacoDeBirria
    Jan 31, 2021
    10
    Tarde para dar review. Se ha dicho de todo, pero es un MUST de todo poseedor de una PS4, en serio, ¿cómo alguien con una PS no ha jugado esta obra de arte? Lo que más destaco es la ambientación por su maravilloso OST y paisajes de tintes góticos/de la época victoriana más inspiración de la literatura lovecraftniana. Aún cuando ya te lo has acabado, te deja con la sensación de querer seguirTarde para dar review. Se ha dicho de todo, pero es un MUST de todo poseedor de una PS4, en serio, ¿cómo alguien con una PS no ha jugado esta obra de arte? Lo que más destaco es la ambientación por su maravilloso OST y paisajes de tintes góticos/de la época victoriana más inspiración de la literatura lovecraftniana. Aún cuando ya te lo has acabado, te deja con la sensación de querer seguir jugándolo más y más.… Expand
  24. Artaxerxes
    Jan 31, 2021
    10
    An absolute masterpiece! You will never get enough. Always full of mind-boggling moments. It never ceases to amaze me after playing it for 5 years.
  25. Goofy_008
    Jan 30, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Son pocos los juegos doy 10 puntos y este entra en esta lista porque realmente para mi este es el mejor exclusivo de PlayStation 4 en el combate, gameplay, dificultad entre otros aspectos yo lo recomiendo eso sí, sí buscan un verdadero desafió este juego es para usted sí no lo busca no es para usted porque este juego hay que ser paciente y atacar en un tiempo correcto para acabar con el enemigo… Expand
  26. Volyros
    Jan 29, 2021
    9
    First time at Souls games and i am excited!! One of the best games i play ever! I love it!
  27. Rains01
    Jan 26, 2021
    10
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  28. Jvnps
    Jan 25, 2021
    10
    Bloodborne is to me the best Fromsoftware game to be released to date, with fast paced combat, a interesting story, and an incredible environment make this a 10/10 for me. There are some frame rate issues, but it really only affects you when you go into a loading screen. Some people hate the dungeon system, but me personally I enjoy the dungeons and use them to farm for blood echoes andBloodborne is to me the best Fromsoftware game to be released to date, with fast paced combat, a interesting story, and an incredible environment make this a 10/10 for me. There are some frame rate issues, but it really only affects you when you go into a loading screen. Some people hate the dungeon system, but me personally I enjoy the dungeons and use them to farm for blood echoes and blood gems, but I can see why people hate it as it is a grind to go through them all, and if you want to platinum you have to do them all. I already mentioned that the combat is fast paced which differs from dark souls where a majority of the combat is shield, strike, shield, strike. In bloodborne the combat uses a lot of dodging, getting hits in, retreating, and doing it again, although your best bet is to counter and use viseral attacks to deal major damage. Like most Fromsoftware games you have to discover and piece together the story yourself which can invest you into the game. The environment is absolutely gorgeous with beautiful victorian style buildings, roads, and rooms. The DLC only makes the game better with new enemies, weapons, clothes, and bosses which add even more to the story. To sum it all up if you have a Ps4 Bloodborne is a must play, and if witcher wasn't released in the same year I do believe that it would have won game of the year.… Expand
  29. Daemon20
    Jan 25, 2021
    10
    Possibly the greatest game ever made. And undeniably in the top 5 action games. Bloodborne is as fun, exciting, memorable, dark and overall amazing as the Souls formula gets. Just as hard and rewarding as the legendary Dark Souls, while managing to be more fun and without a single second of the game being worse than the rest. It has as smooth combat that never takes control from you, aPossibly the greatest game ever made. And undeniably in the top 5 action games. Bloodborne is as fun, exciting, memorable, dark and overall amazing as the Souls formula gets. Just as hard and rewarding as the legendary Dark Souls, while managing to be more fun and without a single second of the game being worse than the rest. It has as smooth combat that never takes control from you, a dark immersive world full of creative enemies and bosses to cut down and incredible lore story and characters, there is nothing more anyone could ask from an action game and this is why Bloodborne is a must-play masterpiece.… Expand
  30. GabriMH19
    Jan 24, 2021
    8
    La verdad es que ha sido toda una experiencia pasarme Bloodborne. Conociendo poco la saga Souls y únicamente habiendo jugado 2 entregas de Hidetaka Miyazaki. He de decir que Bloodborne me ha gustado bastante. Teniendo una historia en mi opinión más apetecible que las entregas de la saga Dark Souls, Bloodborne brilla más por utilizar unas mecánicas ya conocidas es los juegos de FromSoftwareLa verdad es que ha sido toda una experiencia pasarme Bloodborne. Conociendo poco la saga Souls y únicamente habiendo jugado 2 entregas de Hidetaka Miyazaki. He de decir que Bloodborne me ha gustado bastante. Teniendo una historia en mi opinión más apetecible que las entregas de la saga Dark Souls, Bloodborne brilla más por utilizar unas mecánicas ya conocidas es los juegos de FromSoftware que están mejor definidas y mejor implementadas. Además de la caracterización de escenarios, personajes y enemigos que dan una ambientación y contexto mejor en mi opinión. Además me parece que aunque beba mucho de los Souls ha sabido ubicarse en el tiempo y hacer algo diferente que refresque un poco el género. Básicamente resumiendo Bloodborne me parece un gran juego que ha sabido reinventar un poco la saga Souls y dar un soplo de aire nuevo al género. Creo que esta un poco por encima de cualquier Dark Souls aunque sí que en mi opinión está por debajo de Sekiro que me parece el mejor juego de FromSoftware. La nota que le pongo es de 8 aunque realmente sería un 8.5 pero aun asi muy recomendado jugarlo porque en mi opinión entra entre los mejores lanzamientos de PS4.… Expand
  31. DecadeReviews
    Jan 23, 2021
    9
    Graphics - 9/10
    Story - 8/10
    Variety of enemies - 10/10
    Game's length - 10/10
    Gameplay - 8.7/10
    Variety of weapons - 8.5/10
    General world design - 9.5/10
    Fun factor - 9/10
    Main/Pause menu music - 8/10
    Sound/Music - 9.1/10
    How many times i have finished it - 3
    Where does it stand in my top "1000 video games of all time" list - 14
  32. imvad
    Jan 19, 2021
    10
    отлично переданная векторианская эпоха, жуткая и мрачная атмосфера, нагнетающая музыка. мой первый проект от фромов, от которых мурашки на руках были чаще чем от просмотра тяжелого фильма
  33. Wweald
    Jan 17, 2021
    10
    Great world, plot, lore, combat, bosses. Basically everything about this game is fantastic. The main flaws are the lack of build diversity in the early game, and the even more linear world design. Magic and gunplay are not viable ways to build unless you're in NG+ because you basically get one or two weak items for those builds until the game is nearly over. There is a lot more fastGreat world, plot, lore, combat, bosses. Basically everything about this game is fantastic. The main flaws are the lack of build diversity in the early game, and the even more linear world design. Magic and gunplay are not viable ways to build unless you're in NG+ because you basically get one or two weak items for those builds until the game is nearly over. There is a lot more fast traveling in this game and for some reason they made it the absolute worst, the loading screens are really long and stupidly you need to go back to the main hub instead of being like DS3s system. Some of the bosses and enemies are kind of lame but there are only a few. Defenitely the most interesting world to me, but not as many interesting characters or side quests for them. Despite its issues it's still one of the best games fromsoftware has made.… Expand
  34. oknzc
    Jan 17, 2021
    10
    definitely the best game i have ever played... amazing.... magnificent... superb.
  35. soahknam
    Jan 15, 2021
    10
    It is the fourth fromsoftware game that I finish and absolutely all of them are a masterpiece, this one especially has a dark and gothic atmosphere that drives you crazy, in addition to the great game play that fromsoftwaere has always offered in this type of genre.

    Story :8
    Gameplay :10
    Music: 10
    Visuals: 10

    Personal score: 10 a A master piece !!
  36. Manziflex
    Jan 11, 2021
    9
    I wanted to give him 10, even 11, but I just can't. it is too addictive in these cases I also justify those who give it 0. the game is still not bad, and takes immediately from the first hours. Beautiful game the best atm
  37. PsychoTrevor
    Jan 10, 2021
    0
    I hate this game its 30 fps in ps4 pro its expensive and its garbage I want my money back
  38. Not_too
    Jan 6, 2021
    10
    "The" Ps4 game.

    Describing this game in words is beyond my ability. Play it. Rage, Get Good, Play it again.

    You will never get sick of this game whether you look at the combat, lore or artstyle.

    No surprise that Demon Souls, another Fromsoft Creation is also "The PS5 Console Seller"
  39. Miky199
    Jan 6, 2021
    10
    Comprato per pura curiosità, dove la morte è dietro l’angolo letteralmente , ogni nemico se sottovalutato può essere fatale! Ma proprio questa particolarità a rendere bloodborne fantastico! Ambientazioni suggestive, level design superbo
  40. ElleryHQ
    Jan 4, 2021
    9
    Одна из лучших игр, что я играл. Прохождение откладывал аж до конца 2020 года, но рад, что в конце концов выделил для неё время. Это было невероятное приключение с ворохом незабываемых впечатлений. Я никогда не играл игры from software раньше, но очевидно теперь я опробую и другие их игры.
    Минусы не значительны, но во-первых мне не понравилось ковыряться по гробницам - не смотря на их    Одна из лучших игр, что я играл. Прохождение откладывал аж до конца 2020 года, но рад, что в конце концов выделил для неё время. Это было невероятное приключение с ворохом незабываемых впечатлений. Я никогда не играл игры from software раньше, но очевидно теперь я опробую и другие их игры.
    Минусы не значительны, но во-первых мне не понравилось ковыряться по гробницам - не смотря на их большое количество, они друг от друга практически ничем не отличаются. Они не обязательны, но если вы хотите добраться до важного для истории босса, то вам придётся их гриндить. Во-вторых, я несколько раз застревал в текстурах, от чего мне приходилось обнулять прогресс до чек поинта, что не может вызывать раздражение.
    Жду продолжения развития сюжета и мира Bloodborne, надеюсь, что разработчики не забросят игру.    … Expand
  41. MasterMoonfire
    Jan 3, 2021
    8
    Bloodborne is a fantastic action horror RPG and one of the best PS4 exclusives made by Fromsoftware. The Gothic Victorian and Lovecraftian horror setting alone makes this game a haunting and chilling experience while having one of the best combat systems in the action genre. Only downsides are that the stale progression and boring bosses kind of make it underwhelming at times.
    Wether    Bloodborne is a fantastic action horror RPG and one of the best PS4 exclusives made by Fromsoftware. The Gothic Victorian and Lovecraftian horror setting alone makes this game a haunting and chilling experience while having one of the best combat systems in the action genre. Only downsides are that the stale progression and boring bosses kind of make it underwhelming at times.
    Wether you're new to the Souls series, or a long time veteran, Bloodborne is worth your time if you enjoy action RPGs with horror elements, and if you have a PS4.    … Expand
  42. Not_A_Shill
    Dec 31, 2020
    10
    Hello, I'm absolutly not a paid corporate shill and this is my unbiased Review for BLOODBORNE

    BLOODBORNE is a masterpiece of video game narrative. Nothing else even comes close. The story is brutal, challenging, bold, and almost never "fun". It is harrowing, forcing the player to confront violence in a way video games never do. In a medium where everything is John Wick, BLOODBORNE is    Hello, I'm absolutly not a paid corporate shill and this is my unbiased Review for BLOODBORNE

    BLOODBORNE is a masterpiece of video game narrative. Nothing else even comes close. The story is brutal, challenging, bold, and almost never "fun". It is harrowing, forcing the player to confront violence in a way video games never do. In a medium where everything is John Wick, BLOODBORNE is Schindler's List.

    And just like that film, there were times when I wasn't sure I could keep going. It is a relentless emotional assault that I suspect will force even the most jaded gamer to feel empathy. The game is a work of art - every aspect feels crafted at the highest level. Visuals, audio, controls, animation, level design, performance. It is astounding. And frequently beautiful.

    With moments you NEVER find in video games. But I cannot overstate how harrowing it is. It feels like 2 seasons of the darkest TV show you'll ever find, and it frequently better than most TV on the air. That's saying a lot. I think it is an IMPORTANT game. It tore me up, and I will never, ever forget BLOODBORNE is a game that will change you.

    In short, BLOODBORNE put me through hell. I did not enjoy it. I wasn't supposed to. I was affected by it. Like no game before. I am in awe of it. I am recovering from it.    … Expand
  43. Arya977
    Dec 31, 2020
    9
    Gameplay..............Great
    Graphics................Brilliant
    Score.....................Great
  44. Draktan
    Dec 28, 2020
    10
    Una obra maestra. Definitivamente el mejor juego de fromsoftware y unos de los mejores juegos de todos los tiempos. El combate es agresivo y los escenarios son épicos. Nadie que tenga un playstation 4 o 5 lo tiene que dejar pasar.
  45. Explicit1
    Dec 27, 2020
    10
    My Top 10 PS4 Games
    1. Red Dead Redemption 2
    2. The Witcher 3
    3. Ghost of Tsushima 4. God of War 5. The Last of Us
    6. Uncharted 4
    7. Batman AC
    8. Spiderman 9. Days Gone
    10. Bloodborne
  46. Thominator-2101
    Dec 27, 2020
    10
    Best souls game ever made.

    Pros
    - Has amazing fast pasted combat with amazing worldbuilding and atmosphere.
    - Has very cool and different weapons to have fun with.
    - It has amazing level design and bosses.
    - It has a interessing story.
    - It has a very creapy horror vibe with no cheap jumpscares.

    Cons
    - Big spiders
  47. Dva_CHE
    Dec 26, 2020
    10
    Лучшая игра в которую я когда либо играл, прекрасная атмосфера и визуал, запутанный и интересный сюжет и великолепный геймплей, вот он рецепт лучшей игры на планете.
  48. ATTin
    Dec 24, 2020
    10
    Lore: 10; Gameplay: 10; Graphics: 9. At first i thought that i won't be able to enjoy this game because it's too hard, but when i got my hands on it, i really couldn't put down my controller. The combat is fantastic, it's challenging and fun at the same time. It's the most difficult game i've ever played, at some point i thought i gave up but the combat is so good that i can't stop playingLore: 10; Gameplay: 10; Graphics: 9. At first i thought that i won't be able to enjoy this game because it's too hard, but when i got my hands on it, i really couldn't put down my controller. The combat is fantastic, it's challenging and fun at the same time. It's the most difficult game i've ever played, at some point i thought i gave up but the combat is so good that i can't stop playing it. The boss battles is intense and frustrating at some points, but they're the best fights i've ever have in any game. And the story, the lore are also suprised me, i thought i wouldn't be able to comprehend the story since it isn't told directly to you, but the more i play, the more i want to understand about the lore and when i understand it, i thought it's very amazing, one of the best story that i've ever know. The last great thing about it is the atmosphere of Yharnam, they are beautiful and scary, in fact one of the most terrifying game i've experienced, and that wil stick in my mind for years to come… Expand
  49. Moonrotto
    Dec 21, 2020
    10
    Good game & amazing experience, I think this game is best game of playstation 4
  50. Ridleymain
    Dec 20, 2020
    10
    Of all of the soulsborne games, this is definitely my favorite. The game is filled with environmental storytelling, the combat is really fun and unique, and the music is really good too.
  51. killra
    Dec 17, 2020
    9
    Best game on Playstation 4. If you don't have a playstation, then it's worth buying it
  52. Alan_Z
    Dec 15, 2020
    10
    Good game with a suitable difficulty, but next time From Software should find a good playwright.
  53. JDaan
    Dec 15, 2020
    10
    Es simplemente increíble, la mejor obra de fromsoftware hasta ahora. La única contra que le pongo es que es demasiado corto, De ahí en fuera es una maravilla.
  54. dewdar
    Dec 15, 2020
    9
    This is not my type of game. Most of the core gameplay and mechanics is something I'm not so interested in and try to avoid. So you can count me as a newbie in this type of genre. Game is not easy on beginners and feels anything but fair to the player. In a game where precision is one of the key elements of success the game can have noticeble time of fps drops, even on PS4 Pro. The factThis is not my type of game. Most of the core gameplay and mechanics is something I'm not so interested in and try to avoid. So you can count me as a newbie in this type of genre. Game is not easy on beginners and feels anything but fair to the player. In a game where precision is one of the key elements of success the game can have noticeble time of fps drops, even on PS4 Pro. The fact that the game is full of bugs can be both a curse and advantage.

    Not to mention, beginning of the game can be one of the most tedious intros that was way harder then I could stomach. Just because of a friend's recommendations I forced myself through the first boss. And from then on I just couldnt put down the controller.

    So what changed? I'm still not a fan of the gameplay, that's for sure. Short answer: what keeps me engaded is the locations, art direction and deep lore:

    The intro gives a glimps of the world that lies ahead. Although the locations of the first level are beautiful, they still don't do justice for what is to come. Locations are big and full of details and hidden corners, that you want to explore and study. The game rewards those who has curiosity and attentiveness. Many times you will return to previous locations to discover something you left unnoticed or maybe because of some changes based on you later actions. Whatever it is, the game gives you many reasons to return to other levels to enjoy those landscapes and gorgeous architectures once more.

    Those level bosses. They are some many, some of the can be ok, but majority of them are original, unique, detailed. Not once you will come across a boss that blatantly was copied or redone and presented as a new one. Not to mention their design, unique features and strategic attack you have to adapt to. I can't think of another game that could achieve so much diversity, both locations and bosses.

    If locations are one of the most motivating elements that keeps me returning to the game, I'd have to say it's the lore that keeps me sealed in. The game doesn't waterboard you with story exposition that other games suffer from(I'm looking at you Kojima), in fact it's possible to finish the game without finding out what's really going on. There is very few cut scene, usually an intro for the next boss, just a few of them give any story related information. Most of the info surrounding the pandemic you get through messages that lies around the city, interraction with NPC(which are rear) and through location details.

    I don't see this game as a perfection as some make it out to be. The game have quite a few technical issues, such as I mentioned. AI can be braindead from time to time and the ragdoll physics can ruin the haunting atmopshere built by the lore and visuals.

    Despite noting the drawbacks and problems, the game delivers an amazing rich experiece. I would especially suggest to try it out if you're a fan of horror and know works of HP Lovecraft. The game is filled with lovecraftian elements and wears it with pride on it's sleeves.    … Expand
  55. SunPraisinMan
    Dec 13, 2020
    9
    Definitely took me a few tries to really get into this game, as this is probably the most unforgiving game in the soulsborne franchise for newbies. But once the combat started to click with me, I ended up loving this game. With its haunting atmosphere and ost, this is going to be a experiences that would be hard to forget
  56. SaintP178
    Dec 13, 2020
    10
    The best hidetaka game ever!!!! **** cyberpunk 2077 PS4 version!!!!! )))))))
  57. Apodani
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    A must game to have with astonishing design art, glorious music and such a lovable gameplay to redesign your thinking of a game can achieve. With a few words a **** masterpiece.
  58. inf1n1ty
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    All-time favorite game. The first platinum finished the game 6 times. Still believe they'll make BloodBorne 2
  59. mythiiix
    Dec 8, 2020
    10
    best game of all time, A MASTERPIECE .......................................
  60. AlexDarwin
    Dec 6, 2020
    0
    Графика хорошая, музыка на высоте, отличный дизайн уровней и монстров. НО: сюжет нужно выдирать из каких-то записок, описаний и т.п. Т.е. въехать что вообще происходит - проблематично. Звук иногда ужасный, например, когда персонаж ходит в воде - на рипите стоит один и тот же короткий звук и никак не меняется. И подобных примеров хватает. Это бесит и отдаёт халтурой. Ну и конечно сложность.Графика хорошая, музыка на высоте, отличный дизайн уровней и монстров. НО: сюжет нужно выдирать из каких-то записок, описаний и т.п. Т.е. въехать что вообще происходит - проблематично. Звук иногда ужасный, например, когда персонаж ходит в воде - на рипите стоит один и тот же короткий звук и никак не меняется. И подобных примеров хватает. Это бесит и отдаёт халтурой. Ну и конечно сложность. Есть казуал, есть сложность для среднего игрока, есть сложность для тех, кто хочет прилагать услилия, думать как победить, а есть серия Souls. Этой игре плевать на вас. И всё бы ничего, если бы сложность была 150%, но при этом все геймплейные составляющие должны быть отполированы на те же 150%. Это честно. Но нет, в Bloodborne сложность нереальная, секундное замешательство и ты - труп. Беги всю локацию сначала, опять бей всех монстров. Иногда из-за того, что камера коряво встанет, персонаж промахнётся, хотя вроде бы всё указывает на попадание. Может налететь группа монстров и зажать в углу и ничего ты не сделаешь. И игра не работает по принципу: мы всё сделали сложно, отполировали, тебе нужно только подумать - нет, здесь сделано по принципу: поставим здесь кучу мобов, сделаем неудобную для камеры локацию и нам похер, сможешь ты или нет, мы ведь fromsoftware, и нам плевать на баланс и удобство. Может игра бы и зашла, буть побольше чекпоинтов, но в таком виде в каком есть - это тупо издевательство. И было бы круто, если бы за такие челенджи давались бы какие-то ачивки в виде роликов, порции сюжета, хоть чего-то, но здесь ты можешь убить монстра через 4 часа мучений и получить в награду....ничего. Разработчикам настолько плевать все составляющие, кроме сложности, что они даже NPC рот не анимируют во время разговора.

    Кому игра подойдёт:
    1) тем, кому важен только геймплей
    2) тем, кому плевать на сюжет, персонажей, диалоги, катсцены
    3) тем, у кого железные нервы и склонность к садомазохизму
    4) тем, у кого очень много времени и его некуда деть

    Кому не подойдёт:
    1) тем, кто любит интересные сюжеты с персонажами, диалогами, катсценами
    2) тем, у кого мало времени на игры
    3) тем, кто любит сложные игры, но не любит маразматическую сложность, доведённую до абсурда    … Expand
  61. megamix64
    Dec 4, 2020
    10
    Я не был любителем жанра souls-like. И игра далась мне не сразу. Я возвращался к ней трижды в течении двух лет и все же одолел до конца. Чувство от прохождения Bloodborne трудно описать словами. Я казалось, что я могу всё! Поначалу меня пугала подобная сложность, но с каждым разом я возвращался к игре ради атмосферы, сюжета, лора. Сеттинг напоминает The Order 1886. Но недостатки «ордена»Я не был любителем жанра souls-like. И игра далась мне не сразу. Я возвращался к ней трижды в течении двух лет и все же одолел до конца. Чувство от прохождения Bloodborne трудно описать словами. Я казалось, что я могу всё! Поначалу меня пугала подобная сложность, но с каждым разом я возвращался к игре ради атмосферы, сюжета, лора. Сеттинг напоминает The Order 1886. Но недостатки «ордена» все же перевесили ее достоинства и она не стала тем чем для меня стал Bloodborne. Игра от From Software - настоящий шедевр и достойнейший эксклюзив PlayStation.… Expand
  62. WD_Forever
    Dec 3, 2020
    10
    Amazing game and easily best "souls" game ever made (at least to me). I would want this for PC so badly tho. 60fps (or more) and better graphics would make it even better. They have nothing to loser anymore, all sales that were to come, already came, so why not release it on PC? I stay hopeful, great game anyway!
  63. Oreshulya
    Dec 2, 2020
    9
    Изумительный солс лайк, один из лучших в этом жанре. Многие ради этой игры консоль даже покупают, что уж тут говорить. Из плюсов, разумеется, стандартное для многих солсов: 1)Атмосфера. Вся эта кровавая тематика вперемешку с готической архитектурой, постоянными стонами, криками, и запутанным непонятным лором - это очень круто, тут особо и говорить нечего. 2)Боевая система. В бладборне мнеИзумительный солс лайк, один из лучших в этом жанре. Многие ради этой игры консоль даже покупают, что уж тут говорить. Из плюсов, разумеется, стандартное для многих солсов: 1)Атмосфера. Вся эта кровавая тематика вперемешку с готической архитектурой, постоянными стонами, криками, и запутанным непонятным лором - это очень круто, тут особо и говорить нечего. 2)Боевая система. В бладборне мне она нравится больше, чем в серии солс. Здесь большинство оружий уникальные, обладают какими-то своими особенными механиками, в дсе в этом плане поскуднее. Поэтому бладборн с огромным удовольствием проходишь заново, так как новое прохождение - новое оружие - новые эмоции. 3)Боссы. Боссы- это, в принципе, одна из главных вещей, которые присущи таким играм, и в Бладборне они изумительные. Особенно если брать дополнение, чего стоит один Людвиг... 4)Музыка. Музыка тоже на 11 из 10, это у фромов всегда на высшем уровне. Тем не менее, я поставил 9 из 10, потому что у игры есть ряд минусов: 1)Графика. Очень слабая графика для игры 2015 года и одного из главных эксклюзивов консоли. В тот же год вышел ведьмак 3, понятно, что это очень разные игры, бюджеты несопоставимы, но в бладборне порой просто больно смотреть на мыло. Камни и локация перед Тенями Ярнам - это отдельный ужас... 2)Подземелья. Абсолютно унылая дрочильня, которая обязательна для получения платины.. не знаю, зачем фромы это придумали, лучше бы добавили новую локацию какую-нибудь.
    Ну, в итоге, 9 из 10 - маст хэв, одна из лучших игр плойки, все дела    … Expand
  64. Biopunk-X
    Nov 27, 2020
    10
    Absolute favorite of the generation, I beat it like 40 times since I bought it. Earned platinum trophy twice on two different accounts :D Beautiful graphics, awesome music, creepy enemies, in a beautifully sick minded atmosphere. Worth every penny, I wish I could erase my memory and beat it again.
  65. Lucasjaxx
    Nov 27, 2020
    10
    Incrível simplesmente fantástico o melhor da geração nada a reclamar vale muito
  66. Shinod
    Nov 27, 2020
    10
    Yet another PlayStation exclusive masterpiece, I hate this game as much a I love it, the dark, terrifying and cruel atmosphere is just mesmerizing.
    One of the best "souls" game if not the best.
    Remember hunter, you are not alone and may the good blood guide you.
  67. DieMeister
    Nov 26, 2020
    10
    Dark, unforgiving, and glorious, is what this game is all about. If you haven't played Soulsborne games, i recommend you to play this game first. Yes, you'll die, like a lot. But the satisfaction after killing one boss is the one experience you can't get in any game ever. We hope From Software made the sequel from this game!
  68. Clockworknate
    Nov 26, 2020
    10
    Literally my favorite game this decade, if you love souls and Gothic horror , you will too!
  69. AllanWake
    Nov 26, 2020
    10
    Só têm dois defeitos: Chalice Dungeons (que são opcionais) e quedas de FPS em certos momentos, de resto é simplesmente perfeito
  70. Kagekiyo
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    An absolutely awesome game. Best for ps4 in my opinion.
    Excellent setting, interesting gameplay (excellent development of dark souls in the direction of action and aggression), great characters, great music. I returned to the game several times even after getting 100% of the trophies.
  71. Dead_Space
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Really unique game that (at least to me) stands apart from all the other "souls" games. It just has this atmosphere that i really like. Would love to see it on PC tho. 60fps or more? Yes please!
  72. urlodelsium
    Nov 23, 2020
    8
    this game is too ezzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz, fix the cam fa cacare porco dio. platinato
  73. Bloodborne233
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    One of the most unique video games i have ever played. From creature designs to world design, this game is true standout and possibly best souls game ever made.
  74. KaleSungurCrane
    Nov 20, 2020
    10
    OVERALL - 96%

    Gameplay - 9/10 Graphics (for time) - 9/10 Story - 8/10 Game Length - 8/10 Characters - 7/10 Level/Area Design - 9/10 Atmosphere - 10/10 Sound Effects - 7/10 Soundtrack - 8/10 Replay Value - 8/10 These BloodBourne games have made me dislike games you have to choose a difficulty on. They are so well balanced and are completely addictive. This is arguably the    OVERALL - 96%

    Gameplay - 9/10
    Graphics (for time) - 9/10
    Story - 8/10
    Game Length - 8/10
    Characters - 7/10
    Level/Area Design - 9/10
    Atmosphere - 10/10
    Sound Effects - 7/10
    Soundtrack - 8/10
    Replay Value - 8/10

    These BloodBourne games have made me dislike games you have to choose a difficulty on. They are so well balanced and are completely addictive. This is arguably the best one witha completely different, darker aesthetic from the others. I hope for more games like this soon.    … Expand
  75. greyestfox
    Nov 17, 2020
    9
    Almost perfect. Buy it already! Bloodborne is one of the main reasons I bought a PS4. BB is very difficult, especially if you want to Platinum the game. This was the first game I played where I desperately wanted to get good because I loved so much about the game and after hours of practice this was my first Platinum. The gameplay is challenging but addicting.

    There are few cons to this    Almost perfect. Buy it already! Bloodborne is one of the main reasons I bought a PS4. BB is very difficult, especially if you want to Platinum the game. This was the first game I played where I desperately wanted to get good because I loved so much about the game and after hours of practice this was my first Platinum. The gameplay is challenging but addicting.

    There are few cons to this game but one is the graphics on a plain PS4. One particular area/room absolutely CHUGS so if you're picky about FPS that's something you should know before buying. Another con is how stingy it is with regards to story. It's like any Dark Souls game in that respect- the story is great but it leaves you wanting more and wondering.

    Overall one of my favorite games I've ever played.    … Expand
  76. houfie
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    Esse jogo é uma OBRA PRIMA! Jogo muito desafiador, tem uma gameplay muito boa, história imersivo ( A melhor história de um jogo ). Meu Souls preferido
  77. drnik
    Nov 17, 2020
    1
    Critical flaws in the game ruin the experience.
    Pros: -excellent graphics
    Cons: -you fight the camera all game, camera makes boss battles much harder than they should be -story is lacking and so cryptic, you need to look for external sources to start to understand -there is no real tutorial or learning area, as such, you can go most of the game without realizing simple basic mechanics    Critical flaws in the game ruin the experience.
    Pros: -excellent graphics
    Cons: -you fight the camera all game, camera makes boss battles much harder than they should be
    -story is lacking and so cryptic, you need to look for external sources to start to understand
    -there is no real tutorial or learning area, as such, you can go most of the game without realizing simple basic mechanics until you serendipitously discover them
    -the system of opening short cuts during progressing on a level rather than multiple camp fires/checkpoints is inferior, it increases the amount of needless backtracking
    -the trick weapon system as a means of defence is inferior to block/guarding
    Overall, stick to the Souls games, this game feels like an experimental off shoot that falls flat    … Expand
  78. Rdjdj
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    One of the most enthralling experience that I have had in my life. This game entrusted me on my love in lovecraftian horror. The combat in the game is second for me behind sekiro. Bu tittle atmosphere that made this game my favourite fromsoftware game and my third favourite game of all time.I recommend thos game to all who owns ps4 and I hope this will come to PC very soon.
  79. ALIreza57
    Nov 16, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Greaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaat… Expand
  80. Siralfon
    Nov 16, 2020
    9
    bloodborne es un gran juego , aunque su nota sería como un 8,7 el gameplay es frenético , la ambientación está muy lograda , pero para mí está solo por encima de dark souls 2 si lo comparamos con el resto de juegos de miyazaki , inova en demasiado poco , y la cantidad de builds es limitada (armadura ligera y poco daño pero muy rapido , solo se puede cambiar el daño ) la mecánica de lasbloodborne es un gran juego , aunque su nota sería como un 8,7 el gameplay es frenético , la ambientación está muy lograda , pero para mí está solo por encima de dark souls 2 si lo comparamos con el resto de juegos de miyazaki , inova en demasiado poco , y la cantidad de builds es limitada (armadura ligera y poco daño pero muy rapido , solo se puede cambiar el daño ) la mecánica de las pistolas está bien pero se vuelve exceptuando unos pocos casos , un aparato para hacer parry puesto que su daño es nulo . La ambientación es muy buena y el diseño de los enemigos también pero donde yo creo que bloodborne cae es en el pobre sistema de atajos ( cerca del jefe hay un ascensor o una puerta que te lleva cerca de principio de la zona ) y una conexión de mapeado nula . El otro punto negativo de bloodborne son los jefes , algunos están muy bien pero la mayoría son repetitivos e injustos : Las brujas , El renacido , rom o los emisarios celestiales son algunos ejemplos . Pero al final es un gran juego que todo el mundo debería jugar… Expand
  81. AllanWake9
    Nov 16, 2020
    10
    The best gameplay of all Souls-borne series, amazing soundtrack and boss fights, with good variety of builds and re playability value. Great world building and unique story. A must play for all PS4 owners or Souls-borne fans.
  82. Antonio37282
    Nov 15, 2020
    9
    Bloodborne is a once in a lifetime nightmare you have simply to experience for yourself to understand it’s meaning.The story is,just like we are used to from FromSoft games,scattered around the world.
    The combat of this game is both beautiful and absolutely brutal.Outstandind difficulty.Memorable bosses.Divine atmosphere in the city of Yharnam.But like every FromSoft game,it does have a    Bloodborne is a once in a lifetime nightmare you have simply to experience for yourself to understand it’s meaning.The story is,just like we are used to from FromSoft games,scattered around the world.
    The combat of this game is both beautiful and absolutely brutal.Outstandind difficulty.Memorable bosses.Divine atmosphere in the city of Yharnam.But like every FromSoft game,it does have a few bad bosses here and there and a few bad areas here amd there and that is why not a 10/10    … Expand
  83. WewLad55
    Nov 15, 2020
    10
    From Software's Magnum Opus or whatever you call it idk. Just know that this game is an absolute masterpiece
  84. lcantadori
    Nov 15, 2020
    10
    The best souls game ever made. Here we see the best of Miyasaky’s team. Combat, lore, desing, everything just perfect. I hope Sony comes up with a enhanced version on PS5
  85. Caldan
    Nov 15, 2020
    8
    ✅84%
    A very fun and difficult game, much better than any Souls game yet in my opinion.
  86. KsanderKos
    Nov 14, 2020
    10
    For me this is the game of generation. The best exclusive game for PS4. Still fighting in dungeons from time to time.
  87. Ishiki-nakomura
    Nov 14, 2020
    10
    Великолепный соулс, мне очень понравилось, надеюсь на 2ю часть, мне очень нравится атмосфера в стиле ванхельсинга
  88. HGRocket
    Nov 14, 2020
    10
    A very serious candidate for the best game of the generation, this game is simply a work of art, the soundtrack of this game is more than immersive, it is simply beautiful, to leave 2015 it has good graphics, and very beautiful gameplay and Stressful at the same time, I still wonder how I didn't win the 2015 "Game of the year", much better than "The Witcher 3"
  89. DeathsM16
    Nov 14, 2020
    9
    It's a great game no doubt. I found it hard to get to grips with it as it's not intuitive if you don't know the context I.e. it's not an easy, guided game, I didn't understand what was the story about or what I had to do and where to go, all the contrary, I'd say it's the hardest game I've ever beaten. When I started playing it I think the first chapter is what took my longer because ofIt's a great game no doubt. I found it hard to get to grips with it as it's not intuitive if you don't know the context I.e. it's not an easy, guided game, I didn't understand what was the story about or what I had to do and where to go, all the contrary, I'd say it's the hardest game I've ever beaten. When I started playing it I think the first chapter is what took my longer because of it.
    But that's exactly what makes it so addictive: you wanna beat it, and you want to understand what's going on. You'll be killed a zillion times but you need to keep going and eventually you'll beat that invincible boss that brings you down time and time again. It might even take a few days to beat that boss. You might even feel disheartened because it is so hard and may leave the game for some days.. but when you get to finally beat him, oh boy... and you will think... If this boss was so hard and I'm at the beginning , what the... is coming up next??? Spooky...

    Game is very dark and hopeless, all cloudy, cold, wet , bloody red and dark as the darkest night... But you will make your way through it. I really liked it. Doubt I'd play it again but it was worth it definitely.    … Expand
  90. Abdulaziz1
    Nov 14, 2020
    10
    Great combat
    Amazing Artistic Design
    Satisfying
    sooo addicting
    Story That hits hard
  91. tk_248
    Nov 14, 2020
    9
    Кайф пиздец. С удовольствием пройду еще разок
  92. Rafalinho
    Nov 14, 2020
    10
    Juegazo. Imprescindible. Sin duda de los mejores juegos de PlayStation 4. Una locura.
  93. Elite_Soldier
    Nov 14, 2020
    7
    Bloodborne is a good game, the setting and atmosphere is unique and is fully realized. Overall a pretty fun game.
  94. Trevor18
    Nov 13, 2020
    10
    this is pure masterpiece i hope they makee second one. i love miyazaki and from.
  95. KOSYAVCHIK
    Nov 12, 2020
    6
    Имхо игра не очень, мне не сильно понравилась, не знаю почему, но у меня не вызвала эта игра таких эмоций как другие соулс лайки, но всё-таки рекомендую попробовать.
  96. AJ_BMG
    Nov 11, 2020
    0
    Very boring game in general. difficult for nothing. Terrible. It's just repetitive. requires you to just wait for hella long then just attack. rinse. repeat
  97. EwokSmuggler
    Nov 10, 2020
    9
    Game is harsh and gloriously grotesque. Boss Battles are fun and very challenging.
  98. JotadeZx
    Nov 6, 2020
    10
    I just want to say that I played this game and instantly felt in love with the developer and all its franchises.
  99. Soleil83
    Nov 5, 2020
    9
    Bloodborne is the best game From Software has made, and they made Dark Souls. The tight combat, incredible Lovecraft-inspired lore and fantastic atmosphere really make it stand out. The weapons are incredibly unique and parrying with a gun is a novel mechanic. On the negative side, the optional chalice dungeons are boring and pointless, and the early game is obnoxiously difficult, whichBloodborne is the best game From Software has made, and they made Dark Souls. The tight combat, incredible Lovecraft-inspired lore and fantastic atmosphere really make it stand out. The weapons are incredibly unique and parrying with a gun is a novel mechanic. On the negative side, the optional chalice dungeons are boring and pointless, and the early game is obnoxiously difficult, which may turn away gamers who would really enjoy the game if they stuck with it. Overall it’s a great experience that I would recommend to anyone.… Expand
  100. Smashg
    Nov 5, 2020
    10
    Solo voy a decir que es una obra maestra y el mejor juego de from software y los gráficos son normales.....
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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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