Bloodborne

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

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  1. epistm87
    Nov 11, 2015
    0
    MANY BUGS You Died" then wait almost a whole minute to respawn then soon thereafter see "you Died"
    rinse repeat. Bland, repetitive gameplay. No storyline.
  2. KukistajA
    Nov 11, 2015
    2
    I should have done my research more thoroughly before committing dollars on this one. I read a few reviews, and assumed I was buying very hard RPG. That's not at all what I bought. The game is hard, I'll give you that, but it's only hard for hardness' sake. It only brings needless repetition, and if you enjoy grinding same boss over and over and over and over and ooooooover and over andI should have done my research more thoroughly before committing dollars on this one. I read a few reviews, and assumed I was buying very hard RPG. That's not at all what I bought. The game is hard, I'll give you that, but it's only hard for hardness' sake. It only brings needless repetition, and if you enjoy grinding same boss over and over and over and over and ooooooover and over and over again, then maybe this is the best thing. This game is pretty much flappy birds (in more than one way), and it probably draws similar audience. The real RPG features are fairly non-existent, which actually makes this game more of a hack'n'slash à la Diablo . The unintuitive controls make it more of a hack'n'die, though. I never finished the game, and I really don't want to.… Expand
  3. Masterbaiter
    Nov 11, 2015
    10
    Bloodborne is one of 2015's greatest games. It is a must buy for fans of FromSoftware and old school horror. Create your own character and fight the plague of beasts to cleanse Yharnam. The "story" of this game is left up to the player to interpret. There is enough information hidden in texts and item description to form a cohesive narrative, but it is ultimately up to you to decide theBloodborne is one of 2015's greatest games. It is a must buy for fans of FromSoftware and old school horror. Create your own character and fight the plague of beasts to cleanse Yharnam. The "story" of this game is left up to the player to interpret. There is enough information hidden in texts and item description to form a cohesive narrative, but it is ultimately up to you to decide the purpose of your character and his/her place in the world.
    You will find a variety of weapon throughout your journey and you play primarily with arcane items, trick-weapons, and guns. Some people argue that Bloodborne is lacking in variety compared to its predecessors. That is not the case. Bloodborne's weapons vary greatly and can completely change your playstyle from long, mid, and to short range; certain weapons are better against certain enemies. The souls had more weapons but many were simply reskins of a base design. Here in bloodborne the playstyle of the scythe, greatsword, hammer, saw, and axe are all different.
    The monsters of Bloodborne are some of the most interesting you will see. Without spoiling too much, you will of course face the typical werewolf, but be warned they are but a common enemy and you will fight things that will make you question the game you are playing.
    All in all, this is a terrific game, and I highly suggest trying it even to those unfamiliar with the series.    … Expand
  4. Frank_Dukes
    Nov 9, 2015
    8
    Good game. BUILDSUPON THE SOULS SERIES. ALTHOUTH IT ISNT NEARLYAS CHALENGING.. ITS BASICALLY AN EASIER,PRETTIER SOULS GAME. IM NOT REALLY A FAN OF THE GUNS. NOT MUCH SKILL INVOLVED IN THAT ASPECT,BUT OVERAL REALLY GOOD GAME. FAR AND AWAY THE BEST GAME ON PS4.
  5. JaggerE
    Nov 9, 2015
    10
    A dark, creepy and mechanically masterful gaming experience.

    Pros:
    + Gorgeous Art Direction and Visuals
    + Boss fights
    + Even MORE Boss Fights
    + Impeccable Design
    + Risk for Reward gameplay
    + Masterfully sound gameplay mechanics
    + Strong Atmosphere

    10/10
  6. MarquisDeMizzle
    Nov 9, 2015
    4
    A beautiful and immersive environment and fairly challenging gameplay, ruined by terrible game design decisions. Long load times combined with inanely placed respawn points will ensure you waste plenty of time running from point A to B or taking painfully slow elevator rides a dozen times. Not sure I've encountered another game with such disrespect for players time.
  7. unit_1
    Nov 9, 2015
    10
    This is how you do a game! I've never liked the Souls series- the gameplay was way to slow. But this one... this one is just perfect. Beautiful, difficult and satisfying. And most of all the Victorian era cities with Lovecraftian monsters. I would play a bad game because of this setting.
  8. thomasnichols
    Nov 6, 2015
    10
    This game is highly addicting and also highly frustrating. Sure you'll die, and die, and die, but in the end it's truly worth it. The story, mostly hidden in rare-to-find notes and item descriptions is very dark compared to the Souls games. The atmosphere is very well done, and the combat has you on the edge of your seat. I would highly recommend this game to anyone who likes the SoulsThis game is highly addicting and also highly frustrating. Sure you'll die, and die, and die, but in the end it's truly worth it. The story, mostly hidden in rare-to-find notes and item descriptions is very dark compared to the Souls games. The atmosphere is very well done, and the combat has you on the edge of your seat. I would highly recommend this game to anyone who likes the Souls type of combat system or anyone who likes a good old From Soft game.… Expand
  9. anonymity
    Nov 5, 2015
    10
    A little faster, a little more brutal, and a lot scarier. This game is amazing and operates on many different levels. From the more dynamic/aggressive combat to the Lovecraftian story, Bloodborne knocks it out of the park. Not for everyone but a good entry point for those with interest and large testicles.
  10. Nomad_Freeman
    Nov 5, 2015
    10
    Amazing game! Great fighting system, mysterious music, dark and bloody atmosphere with horrible monsters. Moaning, crying, rik in the dark and you do not know who is breaking the gate. Great sound! There are no QTE, tips and concessions. Only an ax, a gun and two legs - run while you can, fight-until it fell! Death is waiting for you around every corner, and you are sure to die many times.
  11. LavosierDQ
    Nov 4, 2015
    10
    Blooodborne é um jogo extremamente desafiador e para quem tem sangue no olho. ótimos gráficos, som maravilhoso , trilha sonora genial e criativa onde faz vc penetrar no mundo sombrio de gótico do jogo e para finalizar feito pelo mesmo criador de Dark Souls Hidetaka Miyazaki. Uma obra de Arte jogável e o diferencial no mercado do entretenimento digital entupido de FPS. Vale muito aBlooodborne é um jogo extremamente desafiador e para quem tem sangue no olho. ótimos gráficos, som maravilhoso , trilha sonora genial e criativa onde faz vc penetrar no mundo sombrio de gótico do jogo e para finalizar feito pelo mesmo criador de Dark Souls Hidetaka Miyazaki. Uma obra de Arte jogável e o diferencial no mercado do entretenimento digital entupido de FPS. Vale muito a pena jogar esse adorável jogo. Para quem tem PS4 é mais que uma obrigação.… Expand
  12. abprof
    Nov 3, 2015
    10
    Great game. Amazing environments and hidden story. Smooth combat. Love the speed and dashing around. The combat animations are superb. Walks the fine line between hack and slash and deep layered combat.
  13. AGiantDad
    Nov 3, 2015
    3
    There is only one way to play this game. Be fast and hit hard. While some people like that (myself included). There is NO good variation to this.
    Pros of bloodborne
    Looks great Combat is fast Not as hard as other games (i mean Dark Souls) Play as Joker Cons (where to start) *This game has no variation. As stated above, if you build like a tank, your gonna die like a **** This game    There is only one way to play this game. Be fast and hit hard. While some people like that (myself included). There is NO good variation to this.
    Pros of bloodborne
    Looks great
    Combat is fast
    Not as hard as other games (i mean Dark Souls)
    Play as Joker

    Cons (where to start)
    *This game has no variation. As stated above, if you build like a tank, your gonna die like a **** This game will smack you around if you're slow. So you have to be fast and hit hard. Because if you think that hitting a boss more than 2 times is possible, go ahead and throw the game away.
    *Not even close to as hard. I'm a seasoned Darks Souls vet, *DeS included*, So when i first loaded this game I was hyped for the First next gen Souls-like to my knowledge. I should've taken those hypetrains and shot them in the yard and left them to die, because it would've been more merciful.
    *Weapons....too little

    My main grip is that it's WAY too easy. For once i had to stop playing a game like this because it was boring. The story isn't compelling, the combat (while faster) is dull, and it feels like i'm playing a game that wanted to be hard... but looked at mommy and decided that "hard" is a relative term. The only thing I look forward to (after getting halfway into the game) was seeing the doll, but that was because it was one of very few things I could stand. Give it a shot if your a souls fans, but don't buy it until you KNOW you like it. Otherwise you'll wish you were hollow so you didn't have to acknowledge it's existence    … Expand
  14. Samsoon
    Nov 3, 2015
    1
    One of the most boring and repetitive games i've been playing recently. I hate this shiny effect (everything in this game is shining), and there are a lot of issues (you can see them on youtube).
  15. Crisiscore7iet
    Nov 2, 2015
    10
    This is by far, the best PS4 game yet. (Until Uncharted 4) Bloodborne is probably the easiest if you put it next to the Souls series. But its still very, VERY challenging, and rewarding. That feeling you get when you kicked a bosses ass after you've been dying a lot, is just AWESOME!! I highly recommend this game to people looking for a challenge. It has a beautiful graphics, a greatThis is by far, the best PS4 game yet. (Until Uncharted 4) Bloodborne is probably the easiest if you put it next to the Souls series. But its still very, VERY challenging, and rewarding. That feeling you get when you kicked a bosses ass after you've been dying a lot, is just AWESOME!! I highly recommend this game to people looking for a challenge. It has a beautiful graphics, a great (awkward) story, and simple excellent combat. 10/10… Expand
  16. claytastic
    Oct 31, 2015
    10
    This may just be one of the best games I've ever played. It's creepy environments always give me the chills, the massive world size leaves me wanting to find all the secrets, the enemy and boss design makes everybody look frightening in every way, it is so enjoyable to hack up an enemy when you're being attacked, and the story is richer than every Souls games. What's there not to loveThis may just be one of the best games I've ever played. It's creepy environments always give me the chills, the massive world size leaves me wanting to find all the secrets, the enemy and boss design makes everybody look frightening in every way, it is so enjoyable to hack up an enemy when you're being attacked, and the story is richer than every Souls games. What's there not to love about Bloodborne?
    Honestly, I could never get into the Souls because it never quite fit my play-style. It taught you that hiding behind a shield is always the best option. Bloodborne, on the other hand, puts you right into the action, and shows that shields are meaningless, by giving you the only shied in the game for free, and it's wooden. The minute I saw this, a big smile grew on my face. Easily my favorite parts of this game were the bosses. All 17 of them are a difficulty to fight, even the ones that didn't seem threatening at first, and difficulty is the name of this game.
    I expected so much from this game, and I received all of it and more. I honestly wish it would never end, because with all of the stuff there is to see and do, it seems like that would be a possibility. I can't wait for the DLC, and hopefully a sequel. Good hunting.    … Expand
  17. Bloodjack1707
    Oct 30, 2015
    10
    Bloodborne is AMAZING, I couldn't believe that it took me this long to try out this game.
    The first thing you will notice is this game is hard, I do like hard games but this was the most difficult game I've ever played. I've never tried dark souls or demon souls so I don't know if Bloodborne is easier or harder than these games, but know that you will die again and again and again...    Bloodborne is AMAZING, I couldn't believe that it took me this long to try out this game.
    The first thing you will notice is this game is hard, I do like hard games but this was the most difficult game I've ever played. I've never tried dark souls or demon souls so I don't know if Bloodborne is easier or harder than these games, but know that you will die again and again and again...
    This is one of those games which the story is vague and if you want to understand it, you have to read the descriptions, the little hidden messages etc... It doesn't bother me at all but I do know some people don't like these types of games.
    The gameplay is awesome, the left hand is for the gun and the right hand is for swords, blades, axes etc... So you can do combos with them, the combat is aggressive, smooth and fun.
    But the best parts of the game are the bosses, when you fight one, they put epic music (btw the soundtrack is awesome) and they are hard to beat, so when you beat one it's SO freaking satisfying.

    But it's not for everybody, it can be frustrating so if you are not patient, this game will not be a good experience for you, the loading screens can be a bit too long and the camera maybe will be hard to get used to but other than that I've got nothing bad to say about this game it's my favourite game of the year.    … Expand
  18. Bitek
    Oct 29, 2015
    10
    Pure awesomeness.Must have for PS4 owners. The game is brutally challenging but it is so much fun to play. Visuals are gorgeous. The learning curve is steep. It is best to play it with PlayStation+ subscription.There are many tips online how to play the game. I love it.
  19. Be_Objective
    Oct 29, 2015
    10
    It's hard to describe Bloodborne without stating the obvious. It's brutal, fast paced, misterious, grotesque and enthraling. There is nothing quite like Bloodborne out there. The story may be easy to miss, but if you pay attention and let its Lovecraftian roots sink in, it will haunt you. Like Dark Souls, it's not for everyone. However, there is very little wrong with the game in itsIt's hard to describe Bloodborne without stating the obvious. It's brutal, fast paced, misterious, grotesque and enthraling. There is nothing quite like Bloodborne out there. The story may be easy to miss, but if you pay attention and let its Lovecraftian roots sink in, it will haunt you. Like Dark Souls, it's not for everyone. However, there is very little wrong with the game in its current state. Bloodborne is something that must be experienced to be understood. It's the best console exclusive of the PS4 so far and if you like the genre you can't let this game slide.… Expand
  20. jozee1981
    Oct 29, 2015
    10
    I played this right after finishing the Witcher 3 and I was very skeptical going into it. It is a completely different type of game but just as amazing! I am a huge fan, easily my favorite game of its genre, I would highly recommend it to anyone.
  21. TheNeutral
    Oct 29, 2015
    0
    Wow, talk about all abroad the hype train. This game is utter pants and boring as hell. I feel sorry for the people that purchased this at full price. If you are new to the Dark Souls games then forget about this, you've got no chance.
    If this game was on any other platform, it would barely score a 3 but thanks to all the ponys, it's score is right up there with some classics.
    People    Wow, talk about all abroad the hype train. This game is utter pants and boring as hell. I feel sorry for the people that purchased this at full price. If you are new to the Dark Souls games then forget about this, you've got no chance.
    If this game was on any other platform, it would barely score a 3 but thanks to all the ponys, it's score is right up there with some classics.
    People need to accept when a game is rubbish and not trick other people in to buying games.    … Expand
  22. BeardeDestroyer
    Oct 29, 2015
    1
    I am a huge fan of RPGs and most things dark and brooding. When I first saw the trailor for Bloodborne I was seriously intruiged but I didn't part with my $70 due to the lack of bow & arrow available to the user. I was unaware of the lack of other RPG elements at the time. For months I kept returning to the trailor because of the rave reviews afforded to the game, and it wasnt untilI am a huge fan of RPGs and most things dark and brooding. When I first saw the trailor for Bloodborne I was seriously intruiged but I didn't part with my $70 due to the lack of bow & arrow available to the user. I was unaware of the lack of other RPG elements at the time. For months I kept returning to the trailor because of the rave reviews afforded to the game, and it wasnt until recently that I finally gave in and took the plunge.

    I should state now that i'm not a Souls fan, purely because I hadnt been exposed to the brand before. I am, however, a serious gamer when real life can be put on hold. Here is my experience with Bloodborne:

    Bloodborne is not an RPG; rather it is a brutally frustrating 'hack n slash' that offers you very little reward/satisfaction/enjoyment. It is nigh on impossible to progress past Central Yharnam (5 mins into the game) unless you have the patience of a saint, largely due to the cruelly spread out checkpoints. The game is designed in such a way that you are likely to progress only through shear persistence and wasted time; you die, you respawn at the lamp (all progress is lost), you progress a little, you die, you respawn at the lamp (all progress is lost), you progress a little more, you die, you respawn at the lamp (all progress is lost) etc etc and all the enemies that youve killed previously are there once again as if nothing happened. I find this incredibly sad that one should be required to spend hours of their life repeating the same sequences with nothing to go on other than the stubborn notion of 'this game shall not beat me'. The terrible fighting sequences, annoying targeting system and inconvenient camera angles mean that any move could be your last, even if youve totally sussed out the area and have the perfect plan to beat it. Too bad, YOU DIED. Now go and repeat the last 30 minutes of your life and pray that misfortune doesnt befall you this time... Ive seen several reviews that have commented on this aspect of the game being 'cheap' and not 'challenging' as the developers had in mind. I wholeheartedly agree with this sentiment. The total game time is grosely exaggerated due to the inevitable rinse and repeat. Even if you leave Yharnam and return to the central hub (Hunter's Dream) to do a little trading, everything you achieved beyond your last checkpoint is wiped clean. I thought this style of gaming was canned in the good old days of the PS1!

    With regards to story you are given nothing. 'This town is possessed, kill it before it kills you' is what i've gleaned. Even writing this review I wish I could find out the sinister workings of Yharnam as alluded to in the blurb. I wish I could download a patch that says 'You know what weakling? Youre rubbish at this but thats OK. Here are some extra checkpoints to help you get your money's worth' because the game looks beautiful. Really, the canvas is wonderfully chilling. Even without the cheap deaths it would get your heart racing and put you on the edge of your seat, but fear of those cheap deaths is ultimately the emotion that takes over. This game should have been so much more.

    Verdict: 9/10 for the graphics and atmosphere, -7 for being so headbangingly, controllerhurlingly unplayable, -1 for being wrongly billed as an RPG. Overall: 1/10    … Expand
  23. GuyFromFinland
    Oct 28, 2015
    9
    Bloodborne is a addictive game, when you get far enough (over lvl50).
    The first hours are the lot of deaths and frustrating moments.
    I would like to give full score, but this game doesn't for everybody and the atmosphere is really oppressive.
  24. fallouts
    Oct 27, 2015
    10
    If you have a PS4 you can't miss this awesome title.

    This was my first "Souls Game" and I just loved it. Is it difficult? Yes, but just at first. Once you get past the first painfull hours dying until you get the concept of the game you'll enjoy every minute of it. The combat is superb. The difficulty and the game design makes it very rewarding and force you to level up and kick every    If you have a PS4 you can't miss this awesome title.

    This was my first "Souls Game" and I just loved it. Is it difficult? Yes, but just at first. Once you get past the first painfull hours dying until you get the concept of the game you'll enjoy every minute of it. The combat is superb. The difficulty and the game design makes it very rewarding and force you to level up and kick every enemy's ass. The secrets, treasures and level design are just awesome. Don't leave it at your first try and you won't regret it.    … Expand
  25. Caelectric
    Oct 27, 2015
    10
    Spectacular setting, stunning atmosphere and highly absorbing game play.

    This was my introduction to From Software and 'Souls' games. I don't play all that many games and am certainly no expert but was able to cope with the difficulty level which was challenging and rewarding but was never impossible. I would recommend this to anyone. The starting area is definitely difficult and it    Spectacular setting, stunning atmosphere and highly absorbing game play.

    This was my introduction to From Software and 'Souls' games. I don't play all that many games and am certainly no expert but was able to cope with the difficulty level which was challenging and rewarding but was never impossible.

    I would recommend this to anyone. The starting area is definitely difficult and it takes a while to get used to having to overcome a challenge in order to make any progress at all. However by the time you find and open up that first shortcut or defeat that first boss you'll begin to think you're really making progress. As a tip to get started, running past enemies and coming back to them later, is quite a viable strategy so don't hesitate to do so if you come up against a brick wall!

    In summary for me this game was a revelation. I've never played anything like it before.

    With the expansion being available shortly, if you're think about getting hold of this game, I would highly recommend it. With a small amount of persistence and determination, this can be a thrilling and rewarding experience.    … Expand
  26. Dilop11
    Oct 26, 2015
    10
    This game is magnificant,for a lot of reasons. The graphics, the soundtrack, story, weapons, armors, and the best of all, the bosses, wich you have to study for beating them, by fighting them a lot of times you learn how to avoid their attacks, and when you finally beat them... you get one of the most powerfull sensations of victory
  27. Kopter
    Oct 23, 2015
    9
    OBRA MAESTRA. LA SAGA SOULS CON MÁS VELOCIDAD, MÁS ESTILO, MÁS REVOLUCINARIO. ALUCINANTE. Un juego que marca el antes y el después de la nueva generación en PS4 sin ninguna duda.
  28. IceMan9941
    Oct 23, 2015
    9
    I loved the game. I took a 4 month break to play a few other new games that came out and went back to it with no problem. A true classic. I would like to see a better way to connect with friends. 9/10
  29. TripodFay
    Oct 22, 2015
    10
    Bloodborne is an incredibly difficult game that only gamers with immense experience should attempt to complete. The game itself is beautiful in its simplicity, you have your attacks, and dodges similar to the dark soul series. Where the game really shines though, is in all the stuff the game doesnt outright say. The amount of story in this game is easily missed by those that rush throughBloodborne is an incredibly difficult game that only gamers with immense experience should attempt to complete. The game itself is beautiful in its simplicity, you have your attacks, and dodges similar to the dark soul series. Where the game really shines though, is in all the stuff the game doesnt outright say. The amount of story in this game is easily missed by those that rush through and mash the continue/skip button for cutscenes. They will finish the game, and feel empty in terms of story. IF you take the time to listen to the cutscenes, and read the notes, and really connect to the main characters, this story is 100% the best story ever told by a video game in my opinion. When I completed the game, I played through it again, then when i beat it a 2nd time, i played through it again, then i went through all the end game content which are called *chalice dungeons*. Each time you play, you get more connected to the environment, and learn just a tad bit more about the story you may have missed the first time. This game set the benchmark for every story game to follow from here on out in my eyes. If you're on the fence about buying this game, get it, and for all other hunters who may be reading this.. May the good blood guide you.… Expand
  30. ThunderRam
    Oct 22, 2015
    10
    If you hated demons souls... then you'll love this game!

    :P But seriously, I tried to get into demon souls but it was very harsh with its difficulty and didnt seem fair in general and had clunky and non precise mechanics (IMO). Bloodbourne changed my mind and gave me hope about any future demon/dark souls games. I have never felt this many emotions in one game before: "Stress,    If you hated demons souls... then you'll love this game!

    :P But seriously, I tried to get into demon souls but it was very harsh with its difficulty and didnt seem fair in general and had clunky and non precise mechanics (IMO).

    Bloodbourne changed my mind and gave me hope about any future demon/dark souls games.

    I have never felt this many emotions in one game before: "Stress, anxiety, happiness, awestruck, scared, excited, and many others" and wanted to play more and more until I had to force myself to stop.

    For a really weird reason, I could compare this game to Zelda Orcarina of Time for the mysteries that you want to uncover and the adventures you are about to embark (I know, its a weird thought but other reviewers on youtube said the same thing so I dont feel bad saying it on here.)

    I've never had a game where I truly wanted to go online and research everything to know more about the items that I found, how to be better with my weapon/armor/stats, or strategies (that aren't cheating) that help you overcome obstacles that are pretty difficult in general.

    This is the best game on PS4 that I own and one the best games that I have played to date in regards to the atmosphere, location design, weapons, bosses, minions, lore, horror, etc.

    You MUST TRY THIS GAME - You might get addicted though.... :P

    P.S. If you are afraid of the "Die and start over" genre, dont be afraid of this game (I was VERY close not buying it because I heard it was from the same company), the "checkpoints" are placed in awesome areas that help with this.    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#3 Best PS4 Game of 2015
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#1 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2015
9
#9 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2015

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Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 100 Critic Reviews

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