Bloodborne

 PlayStation 4
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Mar 24, 2015
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  1. tiagoandrade
    Apr 17, 2015
    10
    I've never played a Souls game before and I'm loving this game. The gameplay is fluid and rewarding. The atmosphere and level design are just fantastic! You can play it for 50 hours if you willing to do some good exploration.

    In terms of story, the thing is that you have to conquer the lore piece by piece trough the game: read the items descriptions and pay very attention to the    I've never played a Souls game before and I'm loving this game. The gameplay is fluid and rewarding. The atmosphere and level design are just fantastic! You can play it for 50 hours if you willing to do some good exploration.

    In terms of story, the thing is that you have to conquer the lore piece by piece trough the game: read the items descriptions and pay very attention to the dialogues, check out the community's theories. Its very open to interpretation but is great.

    The game has a difficulty level slighly above the average, but its rewarding and challeging, not frustrating.

    I'm really excited know to play the Soul's series.

    The only complaints that i have about Bloodborne is the long load time every time you die (about 40 sec sometimes) and the frame rate drops in some areas or when doing coop.

    Because of this technical problems, my rate for it would be 9.5.

    But once FromSoftware has promised to fix this issues at the present month, and due to a lot a people being really unfair to this game here, the final rate is going to be a solid 10.    … Expand
  2. awojda
    Apr 2, 2015
    9
    As an avid Demon Souls, Dark Souls, and Dark Souls 2 player and fan I was ecstatic when I heard Bloodborne was coming from FROM SOFTWARE, the stylistic elements of the game are almost identical. Even some of the sound effects such as climbing ladders are the same exact sound texture used in Dark Souls games. The mechanics feel almost the exact same as the Souls series except they took awayAs an avid Demon Souls, Dark Souls, and Dark Souls 2 player and fan I was ecstatic when I heard Bloodborne was coming from FROM SOFTWARE, the stylistic elements of the game are almost identical. Even some of the sound effects such as climbing ladders are the same exact sound texture used in Dark Souls games. The mechanics feel almost the exact same as the Souls series except they took away the shield, putting an even greater emphasis on positioning and dodging when dealing with enemies as well as adding the trick weapons instead of allowing the player to two hand weapons. In addition by adding a firearm they made a more practical riposte technique than with the poor reach of shields in Souls games. Some of my only complaints are that some of the stats are definitely more useful than others and they dumbed down some of the stat factors such as item weight and player encumberance as well as removing any type of spells like they used to have in the Souls series. In addition there is a lack of variety when it comes to the depth of items or bosses, the game takes awhile in terms of hours for your first NG because the game is not linear and doesn't always require killing bosses in a set order and the world is large and the way to continue is not always obvious. But in terms of number of bosses and variety of weapons and armor, the Souls series outshines Bloodborne in those aspects. The visual appeal of the world in Bloodborne however, are absolutely stunning. The storytelling elements in Bloodborne are identical to that in the Souls series as well, with loose cutscenes, minimal npc dialogue and interaction, and many details about the world being revealed through optional side conversations with npcs found in the universe. In addition much of what you know about the world comes from items, as well as some found additionally from the safety of the Hunter's Dream. The addition of challenge dungeons was a great idea for extending gameplay.

    To sum it up, I love this game, it is a must-buy, but that being said I KNOW from software can do better! More depth!!    … Expand
  3. PSz
    Apr 25, 2015
    10
    Loading times are fixed.
    Now, 10/10 is the only reliable score.
    F*ck haters, f*ck Xbots, it's a game every fan of the 90s will love.
    MIYAZAKI GOD!!!!!
  4. Myrkur
    May 1, 2015
    10
    When I finished this game for the first time, I got up of my chair and started applauding. The art direction is outstanding, the atmosphere, the creatures, the music everything, is beautiful. The trick weapons with nice varieties of combos, the epic boss battles, well I couldn't do nothing but recommend Bloodborne, it's definitively a masterpiece.
  5. imt558
    Apr 16, 2015
    10
    One of the best game i've ever played! Miyazaki truly outdone himself. Well, after Bloodborne, back to Demon's Souls again - WHERE EVERYTHING HAS STARTED!
  6. StaticSpine
    May 17, 2015
    10
    Hardcore Action RPG with unique atmosphere and spectacular visual design. A must-buy for all PS4 non-casual players. A bit easier to dive into comparing to previous From games (I mean Souls series), but still unforgiving.
  7. linkenski
    May 2, 2015
    10
    NB: A 10/10 from me does in no way indicate that the game is "perfect" but it is an expression of how much this game impressed me.

    Even as a "Souls veteran", having beat both DeS, Dark and Dark Souls 2 at least once before, I went into Bloodborne quite excited but fearing it might be slightly forgettable since I've played so many of these games now. On the contrary, Bloodborne did    NB: A 10/10 from me does in no way indicate that the game is "perfect" but it is an expression of how much this game impressed me.

    Even as a "Souls veteran", having beat both DeS, Dark and Dark Souls 2 at least once before, I went into Bloodborne quite excited but fearing it might be slightly forgettable since I've played so many of these games now.

    On the contrary, Bloodborne did everything that needed to be done, in order to take the Souls format a step further while avoiding it becoming stale.

    There are a few noticeable negatives and I have to point those out if you're on the fence. These are things that might throw put off some people completely, while others may see them as improvements:

    1) Total amount of items is overall quite less than in just about any other Souls game. There are still lots of unique items to find though.
    2) There is a shield, but there is no way you're gonna make a satisfying build out of it.
    3) Online PvE and PvP matchmaking systems are not as solid
    4) NPC stuff and covenants are there but there's certainly less of it.

    ...but while these things by themselves disappointed me, it's the entire experience as a whole that I feel is completely on par with any other Souls game.

    In my opinion, Demon's Souls has the best story and atmosphere, Dark Souls has a more cohesive feel to it while retaining a good lore and plot, Dark Souls 2 lacks the great story or plot (but wasn't totally lackluster!) but made up for it in its sheer amount of content. Bloodborne feels like it has most of those elements in there as well and manages to stand out as a unique, memorable and fully valid game compared to the rest in its own right.

    The big draw for me, is its visceral combat and mindblowing lore... and I say that, because I feel like the game has a great but simple appeal on its surface but once you get halfway through the campaign you realize there's much, much more to the lore than you might have ever expected, and it doesn't reuse too much from Souls at all.

    But enough about me trying to sell this game for you. If you want a game you can keep playing for anywhere between 40-100 hours on your PS4 and have 60$ to spare? Bloodborne is the **** and among my collection of TLoU Remastered, Dragon Age, Destiny etc. Bloodborne is the first PS4 title that I feel really makes my purchase of the console worthwhile in the best possible way.    … Expand
  8. IchewDeadPPL
    May 4, 2015
    10
    10/10 best game of the year. I've never tried any of the souls games but I fell in love with blood borne. Smooth combat + physics with tons of swag weapons . Extremely immersive environment with a nice taste of detail designs. Hidden story lines and bosses keeps you engaged and entertained I every play through. bosses might seem unforgiving at first but co-up makes it so much easier.10/10 best game of the year. I've never tried any of the souls games but I fell in love with blood borne. Smooth combat + physics with tons of swag weapons . Extremely immersive environment with a nice taste of detail designs. Hidden story lines and bosses keeps you engaged and entertained I every play through. bosses might seem unforgiving at first but co-up makes it so much easier. Once you get used to the game , there are just so many things to explore and mess around with.… Expand
  9. inoxtomas
    Apr 4, 2015
    8
    this game is really good, and i enjoying every part of it, but in some way it's a step back..

    1) pvp seems dead, there's no arena like ds2, also the invasions are really rare. 2) co-op.. insight..wtf..i really miss the old gold sign before the boss or near the bonfire..i barely do any coop here, while in ds2 i made a tank char just for helping random people with some boss.. 3)    this game is really good, and i enjoying every part of it, but in some way it's a step back..

    1) pvp seems dead, there's no arena like ds2, also the invasions are really rare.

    2) co-op.. insight..wtf..i really miss the old gold sign before the boss or near the bonfire..i barely do any coop here, while in ds2 i made a tank char just for helping random people with some boss..

    3) *little spoiler* in ds2 you can choose when to go to the ng+, here you can't. it's stupid in my opinion.

    4) magic: why i can understand the 'magic is op' bandwagon, i think magic was a nice part of demon/dark..it add some deep to the fight, and i really miss my hexer in bb ^.^

    5) customization: i really miss the possibility to respec like in ds2, the weapon enchant with fire, dark, ecc ecc and the possibility to go with two weapon.

    in conclusion this game is good, but not perfect.

    (sorry for my english)    … Expand
  10. Niallo72
    Mar 31, 2015
    9
    It took me a while to find my pace after having to unlearn some dark souls tactics (shield!). But now it's got me in it's grip, I go to bed playing it in my head and wake up thinking about it.
  11. Rustedtruck
    Apr 3, 2015
    10
    The game is great and it will be a definite bang for your buck and your time!!! If you are worry about this title being a cash-grab fiasco, unfinished, extremely short, and disappointing then you have nothing to concern yourself over. Bloodborne is an actual "game" that is not trying to squeeze a single extra penny out of you besides your original purchase price. Bloodborne is hard but youThe game is great and it will be a definite bang for your buck and your time!!! If you are worry about this title being a cash-grab fiasco, unfinished, extremely short, and disappointing then you have nothing to concern yourself over. Bloodborne is an actual "game" that is not trying to squeeze a single extra penny out of you besides your original purchase price. Bloodborne is hard but you will find ways to overcome the intelligent (that's right "intelligent" not cheap) difficulty as you gradually become more familiar with the world and if you are fooled into listening to people who complaining about how unfairly tough and boring it is then they are simply rushing through it. This is not the type of game where you can get away with mindless behavior and if you don't pay attention to the surroundings then you are not experiencing it's lore.

    The game is not perfect, it has one or two minor framerate dips in an early area that I've noticed and after that I didn't see any more. There are other insignificant technical flaws that I wish they had taken the time to polish up but it is by no means something that affects the game's experience unacceptably. If From Software with Miyazaki ( Demon's Souls and Dark Souls 1 director) and Sony had asked for just another month before releasing the game to take care of these aforementioned bugs then Bloodborne would have been close to a perfect game in it's own realm.    … Expand
  12. Anelist
    Apr 7, 2015
    10
    I'd like to think I am in the middle of this game and boy its addictive as hell. Sure its hard however after every repeated failed attempts at one section, you learn to adapt and enemies become more manageable. Learn shorter ways to explore the environment and you will be rewarded. Yes you die die die and die again but after learning what you did wrong you will prevail. I beat the firstI'd like to think I am in the middle of this game and boy its addictive as hell. Sure its hard however after every repeated failed attempts at one section, you learn to adapt and enemies become more manageable. Learn shorter ways to explore the environment and you will be rewarded. Yes you die die die and die again but after learning what you did wrong you will prevail. I beat the first boss in the first attempt and no not that I am good but because I sucked for the first 3 hrs learning the first section after multiple die die die attempts. Trust me when you get the hang of it you will be addicted and thus this becomes one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences you will ever get on a ps4. Excellent… Expand
  13. FrankyPuuSensei
    Apr 2, 2015
    9
    This game is **** great. Seeing as I'm new to anything from From Software, this is a first for me. As I said, though, this game is amazing. The best out on PS4 so far. The game is beautiful, with a large sprawling gothic environment. It's hard. Like really hard. It's a dick in the ass, that **** you majorly (pardon my French), but it's fair. You will die. A lot. That's a given. However,This game is **** great. Seeing as I'm new to anything from From Software, this is a first for me. As I said, though, this game is amazing. The best out on PS4 so far. The game is beautiful, with a large sprawling gothic environment. It's hard. Like really hard. It's a dick in the ass, that **** you majorly (pardon my French), but it's fair. You will die. A lot. That's a given. However, there's nothing more joyful than finally defeating that boss that's killed you about 25 times. This game has made me feel so happy about myself just for surviving about 20 minutes on my own. It's the first game in years, in which I've actually cheered for myself after defeating a boss. Combat requires you be more offensive, as it rewards you majorly with the new "regain system". The way this system works is that you get hit, you lose a portion of your life, but that portion of your life is shown in a faded colour in the life-bar. You have a few seconds to get that life back by hitting the enemy as many times as you can. Guns aren't used for ranged attacks either *cue gasp* But instead, it's used as a defensive weapon, made for riposte and countering enemy attacks. That's a great idea, actually, as there's nothing more satisfying than staggering an enemy, and using a "visceral attack" on them. Visceral Attacks are just executions caused by countering, and give major critical damage. They can be used against bosses, at very high risk, but has to be done at least 6-7 times to them. This game does not hold your hand, and barely gives off any sort of story until the end.

    Get this game at full price if you can. Just get it, you won't regret it.    … Expand
  14. st_george
    Apr 2, 2015
    8
    This is an enjoyable game to play through. There's no doubting that. However, as an avid fan of the souls series and Miyazakis previous efforts, Bloodborne has found me wanting.

    Although it still includes the usual fantastic atmosphere, combat and general gameplay, that make a first playthrough completely compelling, so many of the mechanisms and underlying schematics of what made the    This is an enjoyable game to play through. There's no doubting that. However, as an avid fan of the souls series and Miyazakis previous efforts, Bloodborne has found me wanting.

    Although it still includes the usual fantastic atmosphere, combat and general gameplay, that make a first playthrough completely compelling, so many of the mechanisms and underlying schematics of what made the souls games great and would keep players coming back for hundreds of hours more, have been totally stripped away.

    An excellent game to play through - took me about 60 hours to see just about everything from beginning to end credits.

    Multi-player is weak - a lack of options in character builds,weapons and armour and severely stripped down covenants - not to mention severs that currently appear to be bordering on breaking point .

    The chalice dungeons are boring as hell and the matchmaking system, for what I had understood to be "coop areas", is non - existent.

    Play the game -it gets a hell of a lot right. But the systems from previous souls games that had so much potential (if never quite reached the dizzying heights they promised) have been completely quashed. - That unfortunately, has left very little replay value.    … Expand
  15. lewi7137
    Apr 2, 2015
    9
    An amazing twist on an idea of dungeons and dragons. From that it became guns, bosses, and difficult enemies! I believe From Software knows what they're doing! and they are doing it right! There are a few differences between the Souls game. one big difference is that there is not a lot of options in weapons, guns, and armor. Grant it that you will find a lot of armor that tells you loreAn amazing twist on an idea of dungeons and dragons. From that it became guns, bosses, and difficult enemies! I believe From Software knows what they're doing! and they are doing it right! There are a few differences between the Souls game. one big difference is that there is not a lot of options in weapons, guns, and armor. Grant it that you will find a lot of armor that tells you lore and backgrounds, but in the term of proficiency, if you don't look hard enough, you'll probably be stuck with the Hunter set until the Ash set. I believe the same idea goes for weapons. This game is DIFFICULT! It can be agitating, but with the right amount of discovery, grinding, and farming for Blood Vials and QS Bullets, you'll be fine. The graphics are, of course, amazing! But what else do you really expect from a new generation console? The details in the graphics is what really sets it apart from a ton of other games! Framerate is not a big issue unless your'e running and slaying enemies like a mad hunter! Overall it is an amazing game with an odd story the player has to really listen to to know exactly whats going on. My true only problem is, a little too difficult and not enough stuff!… Expand
  16. RudigerX
    Apr 3, 2015
    10
    Give this game a few hours and you will be completely engrossed in the world that FromSoftware has created. At first I was timid and wondering how I defend myself against so many beasts but after that few hours I had become the hunter and not the hunted, this is the mental state required to play Bloodborne. I have played for about 6 hours and have only just beaten the first boss. I enjoyGive this game a few hours and you will be completely engrossed in the world that FromSoftware has created. At first I was timid and wondering how I defend myself against so many beasts but after that few hours I had become the hunter and not the hunted, this is the mental state required to play Bloodborne. I have played for about 6 hours and have only just beaten the first boss. I enjoy farming to level up so you may progress in the game faster. There is so much more for me to learn. I am thoroughly enjoying this game and it deserves all the high praise it is receiving.… Expand
  17. Hentailover
    Apr 3, 2015
    9
    An excellent game. Absolute best PS4 has to offer at the moment, but even without shallow library of PS4 to elevate it, it's a solid 9. Combat is much faster, fluent and dire than a more methodical combat of its predecessors. Art style is amazing and atmosphere is chilling.
  18. gamingfanatic
    Apr 8, 2015
    9
    As i write this i have yet to get past the Cleric Beast boss but i'm getting better each time. The graphics on this game are in my opinion the greatest graphics for a video game in a long while. i had no idea the game was going to be so hard though! it's the amazing scenery that keeps me going back for more as it has an amazing take on a victorian era meets hell.

    Even though i haven't    As i write this i have yet to get past the Cleric Beast boss but i'm getting better each time. The graphics on this game are in my opinion the greatest graphics for a video game in a long while. i had no idea the game was going to be so hard though! it's the amazing scenery that keeps me going back for more as it has an amazing take on a victorian era meets hell.

    Even though i haven't got far in the story i honestly feel like i'm going to keep coming back to this game constantly until i get the job done. The PS4 truly enhances this one of a kind masterpiece and i think that every gamer who loves a challenge should buy this game and give it 110% because you won't regret it and you won't want to put it down.    … Expand
  19. Wrede
    Apr 27, 2015
    10
    First off all this game truly deserves a good score.

    It's very well made and full of detail. You can really see the effort that's been made to create this game. Gameplay is smooth and the controls work really well. Combat-mechanics are great and versatile. The trick-weapons are a great idea and make the battles more tactical. You have to use the right combination of weapons for the    First off all this game truly deserves a good score.

    It's very well made and full of detail. You can really see the effort that's been made to create this game. Gameplay is smooth and the controls work really well. Combat-mechanics are great and versatile.

    The trick-weapons are a great idea and make the battles more tactical. You have to use the right combination of weapons for the right situation.

    The challenge of the game is high and your going to die a lot (I did) as can be expected in a game made by Fromsoftware. But that's the thing about this kind of game, Challenge!!!

    If you don't like that then this might not be your cup of tea. To each his own.

    And the atmosphere is awesome.
    Bloodborne is set in a darkly beautiful world filled with horrors and creepiness, its almost as hard as the Souls games but still fair and awesome in all kinds of ways.
    I recommend this game to all who like this sort of thing.

    May the good blood guide your way!    … Expand
  20. raddirad
    Apr 29, 2015
    10
    This game is just awesome.
    More casual game than any other Souls game before.
    The enemies might appear hard but this game makes you think about your next moves and not just smash the hit button like a maniac. You have to discover the enemies move set and then exploit it. I died at least 50 times, most of them at the second boss just because I tried to smash it to death. On the    This game is just awesome.
    More casual game than any other Souls game before.

    The enemies might appear hard but this game makes you think about your next moves and not just smash the hit button like a maniac.
    You have to discover the enemies move set and then exploit it.

    I died at least 50 times, most of them at the second boss just because I tried to smash it to death.

    On the other hand the game is fair.
    You get the right tactics, you get the loot.    … Expand
  21. noktynn
    Apr 30, 2015
    10
    This game is amazing; get good you casual carebears.

    I'm sorry this game doesn't hold your hand, I'm sorry this isn't for a feint of heart, I'm sorry you're going to have to learn to play, I'm sorry you'll have to learn from your mistakes - it isn't a walk in the park. But if this isn't your sort of thing, perhaps try hello kitty adventure island.
  22. FarfarAlex
    May 4, 2015
    10
    Amazing game!
    The feeling of horror as well as the feeling as you will die is fantastic.
    You´ll die over and over but something makes you want to try again until you succeed.
    The game is brilliantly built with it´s connection to all areas and the graphics is hauntingly beautiful for a console game.

    I have finished the game three times and i still come back for more terror.
  23. S1NISTERSH4DOW
    May 10, 2015
    10
    This game absolutely destroyed me for about 2 days, so I took a break from it for about a week, came back, and *click*. Everything in this game clicked with me after that and I rushed through to the unseen village in 1 day. I could finally appreciate the beautiful chaos that is the fighting, the challenging bosses, even minions knocked me on my ass a couple times. I am now on new game plusThis game absolutely destroyed me for about 2 days, so I took a break from it for about a week, came back, and *click*. Everything in this game clicked with me after that and I rushed through to the unseen village in 1 day. I could finally appreciate the beautiful chaos that is the fighting, the challenging bosses, even minions knocked me on my ass a couple times. I am now on new game plus and experiencing the hardship and fluid gameplay all over again. If you read the reviews below a 6, I guarantee it will be some whiny person who can only describe the first area of the game.… Expand
  24. Jimmytwotimes
    Mar 25, 2015
    9
    It's 3 am I'm already calling off work sick tomorrow . The last time I did that was fallout 3 . Imagine a world filled with oppression , punishment , horrifying sights and sounds . Mixed within is a strange beauty . Make no mistake bloodborne is beautiful . This world entices you and sucks you in completely . The combat at first seemed unsatisfying but once you get the hang of it isIt's 3 am I'm already calling off work sick tomorrow . The last time I did that was fallout 3 . Imagine a world filled with oppression , punishment , horrifying sights and sounds . Mixed within is a strange beauty . Make no mistake bloodborne is beautiful . This world entices you and sucks you in completely . The combat at first seemed unsatisfying but once you get the hang of it is fantastic . Enemies in this game are some of the best designed I have ever seen . From the attacks they perform to the sheer variety .

    Bloodborne will not hold your hand and will teach you very little . It pretty much leaves you to your own devices . In the early hours it helps to grind a little bit and level up your chrachter . I've encounterd three bosses so far . When you fell these bosses you feel a sense of both accomplishment and relief . There is no question that bloodborne is for the hardcore gamer . You pretty much aren't safe anywhere except locations marked by lanterns which transport you to hunters dream ( similar to souls bonfires ) .

    Is this better than dark souls ?. I do not know and those who claim to know are fools . Is the influence of Dark Souls present absolutely . However albeit with an entirely different ambience and setting . Parts of bloodborne will unsettle you . It is my opinion the game should come with a warning label as it features plenty of tense moments .

    This is a difficult game . It was designed that way and from knows their audience very well . The art design and sound are fantastic . There are a wealth of options when creating your chrachter . Tons of weapons to equip and side quests . When you encounter a friendly npc who wishes to help you it can be an awe inspiring and memorable moment .

    This game is packed to the brim with content and features a new game plus option as well . The influence of some of the best games ever are felt here and bloodborne seeks to go beyond them . How you approach many situations is up to you . There is a whole lot to explore here .

    One can't help but think of The Divine Comedy when playing bloodborne . The tone , the sights , the atmosphere it's all very unsettling . Yet oddly beautiful . The architecture and how it all connects is absolutely some of the best level design I have ever seen . Much like The Divine Comedy bloodborne will be considered a masterpiece . A tapestry of excellence interwoven with an outstanding about of effort and it shows . Bloodborne a macabre masterpiece a truly harrowing achievement . In my humble opinion it is the crown jewel of the from software collection . While writing this review all I could think of was playing again an extremely rare occurrence from me .

    If you have the will , the fortitude and a ps4 you need to pick this up . As it truly is one of those sprawling epic pieces of art that only appear once in a blue moon . Bloodborne is both a love letter to survival horror and the RPG . When you combine those two things with the talent at from you get bloodborne and man am I glad I got it .    … Expand
  25. douglasmaxwell
    Apr 9, 2015
    10
    Yep, this game is excellent. Nice work From Software.

    Combat is a lovely upgrade over the previous souls games. I love how it turns the tables on speed and ferocity. The RPG elements are still there, but minimized -- really forcing you to focus on specializing with one or two particular weapons. keep 'em coming.
  26. Jimmistoffa3
    Mar 31, 2015
    9
    Absolutely fantastic game. I feel anyone who gives this game a bad score is either not good at it, or are angry that it's not on Xbox or PC. I admit, the game isn't for everyone, but if you liked the Souls series, I highly recommend this game.

    The savepoints, while further from eachother, isn't nearly as bad as some people make it out to be, as their are plenty of shortcuts to find.    Absolutely fantastic game. I feel anyone who gives this game a bad score is either not good at it, or are angry that it's not on Xbox or PC. I admit, the game isn't for everyone, but if you liked the Souls series, I highly recommend this game.

    The savepoints, while further from eachother, isn't nearly as bad as some people make it out to be, as their are plenty of shortcuts to find. There isn't AS many armor and weapons to find as the souls series, but there are still enough to keep the game enjoyable and to form your own playstyle.

    The game is obviously difficult but that's what people come to expect from these games, and like many others, I welcome the difficulty and challenge. There are also a few people saying the game has bad controls, which is complete nonsense.. The controls are perfect, and are pretty much the exact same mechanics as the souls series.

    Either way, if you want a rewarding and challenging game, or if you are a fan of any of the souls games, I recommend you buy this right away.    … Expand
  27. loadstone007
    Apr 19, 2015
    10
    This is an incredible game, however only specific gamers will appreciate it. The game is incredibly hard and demands a steep investment of game time in order to beat it (~40-60 hours).
    So if you don't like very hard games that demand a lot of repetition and time, skip it. If you're open to it, you'll find an incredible game that's just a game of the year contender.
  28. Dronozoider
    May 5, 2015
    10
    Просто охуенчик! Я не играл в Dark/Demon Souls, и могу согласиться с более низкими оценками других игроков, которые играли в солсы, но для меня игра 10 из 10, ну вы поняли.
  29. BeardBoss
    Mar 30, 2015
    8
    I have conflicting feelings towards Bloodborne. As a fan of Dark Souls 1 over DS2, I recognise and appreciate Miyazaki's influence on the game's development. The world is atmospheric and organic, with locations seamlessly blending into one another; and the combat is faster and tighter, with greater variety afforded by dynamically transforming weapons. Powered by PS4, every aspect of theI have conflicting feelings towards Bloodborne. As a fan of Dark Souls 1 over DS2, I recognise and appreciate Miyazaki's influence on the game's development. The world is atmospheric and organic, with locations seamlessly blending into one another; and the combat is faster and tighter, with greater variety afforded by dynamically transforming weapons. Powered by PS4, every aspect of the game seems nuanced when compared to previous Souls games, in many ways more streamlined and accessible. However my personal misgivings stem from the relative lack of equipment to discover in the open world, and drought of random enemy drops. There appears to be fewer weapons available than before - perhaps due to the versatility of each's transformations - so instead the tactic here is to become familiar with one or two favourites. Some say less is more, and may consider this a good thing, IMO without potential drops the game is missing one of my personal incentives to push ever onward or keep grinding an area.
    If you're familiar with Dark Souls you know exactly what to expect here, I don't think refinements to combat and co-op qualify as revolutionary design. Shields may be out and firearms may be in, but you still riposte following a timed tap of the left trigger, and you can still be kept waiting for a response to your desperate pleas for assistance. From Software and riding high on an increased budget and the hopes and prayers of Sony, but I'm not convinced this is the game to save PS4, and I'm certain PS4 doesn't NEED saving anyway.    … Expand
  30. Kenmei
    Apr 7, 2015
    9
    1 part horror game + 2 parts 3rd person action game = one of the best games to come along for the PS4. A few technical issues and a very hard to follow story however, keep it from being up as one of the best games of all time.
    This is the spiritual successor to the Dark Souls series and an exclusive to the PS4. It's got all the classic Dark Souls stylings and, for newcomers to the Dark    1 part horror game + 2 parts 3rd person action game = one of the best games to come along for the PS4. A few technical issues and a very hard to follow story however, keep it from being up as one of the best games of all time.
    This is the spiritual successor to the Dark Souls series and an exclusive to the PS4. It's got all the classic Dark Souls stylings and, for newcomers to the Dark Souls series like myself, it was an excellent and fully challenging game. You're going to get alot of difficult monsters and bosses in this game to face and, being paired with a wonderful control system and musical score, really makes this game jump off the screen at times. This could easily pass as a horror game too as there are tons of moments that'll make you recoil or get a jump out of you.
    However, the biggest problem with the game is the horrible framerate problems that plague the game. Things pop in out of nowhere alot of times, there were multiple instances of lag in spawning in new enemies for me, and porting in from the main hub area easily took about 1-2 mins everytime I did it, and with how much you die in this game, you'll be seeing that screen alot. Sony has promised a patch to fix these issues but that has not surfaced just yet. Until that patch is sent out, while the game is playable and fun, it won't be able to live up to the expectations it sets. The other issue is the story and the fact that there are very few words spoken in the story explaining what is actually happening. You can piece it together as you go through but it would have been nice to see some explanation of what was going on at some point.
    If I could give this game a 9.5 or a 9.8 out of 10 I would. But with it's current issues, I cannot round up the score. Until that framerate issue is settled, I cannot in good judgment give this a 10. Even though it's easily the best PS4 exclusive and will keep you entertained for days on end, I have to give it a 9 with the reservation that I can bump it up to a 10 when the framerate issue is settled.    … Expand
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#3 Best PS4 Game of 2015
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#1 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2015
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#9 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2015

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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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