Dark Souls III

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  1. Yiordanu
    Sep 9, 2023
    9
    This video game is the perfect culmination of this great saga. Every aspect of the "Souls formula" is taken to exceptionally high levels of quality; it's the definitive Dark Souls. The way it tells the story, its atmosphere, soundtrack, and above all, level design, are truly marvelous.

    Each boss has personality and a method of defeating them that, when discovered, fills you with    This video game is the perfect culmination of this great saga. Every aspect of the "Souls formula" is taken to exceptionally high levels of quality; it's the definitive Dark Souls. The way it tells the story, its atmosphere, soundtrack, and above all, level design, are truly marvelous.

    Each boss has personality and a method of defeating them that, when discovered, fills you with satisfaction and a sense of accomplishment. I want to emphasize the brilliance of the final boss, which brought a tear or two to my eyes.

    In summary, it's an outstanding video game that brilliantly concludes this saga.    … Expand
  2. Badgarlir
    Sep 9, 2023
    9
    A souls classic. mechanics, fights, designs, in short, everything is beautiful. If you like a dark universe, from software offers it.
  3. KiraMomos
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    The best Game Fromsotware very thanks Hidetaka Miyazaki Thanks Fromsotware
  4. liorrubin1388
    Sep 6, 2023
    9
    A great game but way too linear, you must go in one direction and thats it, for the entire game. I love DS2 better since it has more bioms, more enemy types and more content overall
  5. SejadAzzlack
    Sep 3, 2023
    10
    My first dark souls game and I fell in love with dark souls games ever since
  6. Chaosgod46
    Sep 2, 2023
    10
    This Game is just Amazing Almost every Boss has a Godlike Ost and then there are Boss fights like Nameless King, Midir, Soul of Cinder and Gael which are all S Tier Bosses.
  7. MPK92
    Aug 31, 2023
    10
    In many ways the true sequel to the first Dark Souls. Follows up on a lot of those concepts and mechanics and improves many of them. This has the best boss fights in the series in my opinion. Amazing music, amazing map designs, great build variety, engaging lore and exciting combat. Challenging, but fair.
  8. malek_the_first
    Aug 29, 2023
    10
    this game close up the dark souls series one of the best game series ever made neatly,
    the boss fight take all the good points of dark souls 1 plus bloodborne and ignore dark souls 2 to create unique fights that will change your perspectives about gaming in general.
  9. Skull_CL
    Aug 29, 2023
    10
    One of my favorites games ever, I really like play these kind of games. 10/10
  10. TheJL
    Aug 22, 2023
    9
    The game is amazing. There is nothing as satisfying as finally beating a boss after struggling on it for a while. The only issue is that it can be hard to know where to go and what to do to progress.
  11. sideshownate
    Aug 13, 2023
    9
    Maybe because this is my first souls game so im holding on to it but man is this an amazing game.
  12. majesty_x
    Jul 31, 2023
    9
    Graphics: 7/10; Storyline: 8/10; Gameplay: 10/10; Atmosphere: 8/10; Music: 10/10; Summary rating: 10/10
  13. JackFrostyG
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Pros

    - The Bossfights are Cinematic, Fast-Paced and well designed.
    - The level design is the best of any souls game
    - The graphics are fantastic, have held up for 6 years, and will for much longer
    - The combat is responsive
    - The enemies are diverse, and suit their respective environments

    Cons

    - It ended
    - There are perhaps 1 or 2 too many gimmick bosses.
  14. Blue9710x
    Jul 12, 2023
    8
    Dark Souls 3 is a great game, hosting incredible lore and some of the best and most memorable boss fights ever. Even with these highs, the lows are too low for me to put it above an 8. These lows include the easy combat and frustrating early game.
  15. FunMisery
    Jul 6, 2023
    9
    I always found fromsoftware games overrated in terms like narration and writing, but despite that, dark souls 3 grabbed me by the balls and didn’t let me go until the end of my second playthrough. The narration and writing continues being mediocrity with occasional nice or interesting details and one interesting overarching concept, but the atmosphere, artstyle, level design and gameplayI always found fromsoftware games overrated in terms like narration and writing, but despite that, dark souls 3 grabbed me by the balls and didn’t let me go until the end of my second playthrough. The narration and writing continues being mediocrity with occasional nice or interesting details and one interesting overarching concept, but the atmosphere, artstyle, level design and gameplay are more than enough to make up for anything you could dislike about dark souls 3. Worth playing, worth replaying and worth replaying again because their bread and butter is simply too good.… Expand
  16. Higepanda
    Jul 5, 2023
    10
    ビジュアル、プレイ体験ともに最高の一言。バックボーンストーリーの綿密さと、それをあえてストーリーテリングでは主張しない「環境で語る脚本」のハイクオリティさに感動しました。
    ELDENRINGが発売した今も、このタイトルを超えるフロムソフトウェアのゲームは無いと思います。
  17. parsymovies
    Jul 2, 2023
    8
    in the souls trilogy is my second favorite game the best gameplay in the trilogy but for me it doesn't get to dark souls 1 but still a great game
  18. Husseinqahtan
    Jun 30, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The beginning of the game was a truly the perfect guide for the rookie player. The mid of the game is such a bloody hard for the rookies but the bosses not invincibles you can stun them kill them and have a Great experience. The questlines not too much in this games it's just 3.4 the Ending is not compatible is such have a lot of questions. My final rate is 8.35/10 The dlcs is just a fan services… Expand
  19. spiritisgodly
    Jun 12, 2023
    8
    Easily the best game out of the entire trilogy, in just sheer fun factor alone.
  20. Dercoolejostin
    Jun 9, 2023
    10
    Fights in this game are super fun Easily the best boss fights i've ever seen in any videogame
    A lot of unique weapons
    Great Lore for those that like lore
  21. tanonero
    Jun 4, 2023
    8
    A dignified end to the series. The game includes numerous fan service elements in the form of abundant references to the first Dark Souls. This might have influenced the fanbase's perception, resulting in a more positive reception than it truly deserved. However, it should be acknowledged that some highly appreciated quality-of-life improvements have been cleverly incorporated into theA dignified end to the series. The game includes numerous fan service elements in the form of abundant references to the first Dark Souls. This might have influenced the fanbase's perception, resulting in a more positive reception than it truly deserved. However, it should be acknowledged that some highly appreciated quality-of-life improvements have been cleverly incorporated into the game this time around.… Expand
  22. miguellopez99
    Jun 1, 2023
    10
    96/100 .
  23. benprofessional
    May 29, 2023
    8
    Best Dark Souls game, everything is alright, gameplay is amazing, combat is fun, bosses are challenging for first playthrough
  24. giannis2001
    Jun 1, 2020
    9
    Dark Souls 3 is a great game. It has a very smooth and accessible combat, visually appealing locations, and incredibly good bosses. However, it is super easy by my opinion compared to some other games in the series. First of all, if you collect all the estus flasks and undead bone shards you basically never have problem healing in bosses. And if you have high DPS build, like DEX withDark Souls 3 is a great game. It has a very smooth and accessible combat, visually appealing locations, and incredibly good bosses. However, it is super easy by my opinion compared to some other games in the series. First of all, if you collect all the estus flasks and undead bone shards you basically never have problem healing in bosses. And if you have high DPS build, like DEX with Sellsword Twinblades you can just go through your playthrough with almost no challenge.… Expand
  25. mkwo
    May 19, 2023
    9
    Combat felt so satisfying in this game compared to ds1 and ds2. I love how cinematic the bosses in this game were, easily has the best bosses of the trilogy and the dlc further proves this. Although some level designs were not fromsoft's best the game is still the best in the trilogy.
  26. javierjcl
    May 16, 2023
    10
    Sin contar ELDEN RING, el cual fue mi primer souls dedicándole casi 16 horas, este es el primer juego de From Software que me paso. El arte es perfecto, la fantasía oscura en la que se ambienta hace que la atmósfera sea tanto inmersiva como hostil dejándote claro que todo el mundo parece ir en tu contra dependiendo únicamente de ti para avanzar, el sistema de combate es simplemente elSin contar ELDEN RING, el cual fue mi primer souls dedicándole casi 16 horas, este es el primer juego de From Software que me paso. El arte es perfecto, la fantasía oscura en la que se ambienta hace que la atmósfera sea tanto inmersiva como hostil dejándote claro que todo el mundo parece ir en tu contra dependiendo únicamente de ti para avanzar, el sistema de combate es simplemente el mejor de la historia de los videojuegos (para sorpresa de nadie), el nivel de dificultad tan desafiante hace que tengas que pensar de qué forma vas a avanzar en el mundo, un diseño de niveles impecable junto una gran variedad de secretos y atajos. La sensación de estar perdido y solo en el mundo hace que cada uno se pueda centrar en crear a su personaje de forma inmersiva (tú personaje no sabe nada, por lo que tú tampoco). La historia está fragmentada en cientos de objetos, lo que le añade misterio. El diseño de enemigos normales como de jefes es perfecto y propio de una obra maestra como lo es este título. Las peleas contra jefes y la banda sonora que nos acompaña todo el camino es inolvidable. Simplemente un juego perfecto.… Expand
  27. William_Trigos
    May 14, 2023
    8
    Play it on PS5 already at 60fps and it's super enjoyable.
    The world, the bosses and everything is tremendous, it would be my 3rd Souls behind Bloodborne and Sekiro

    Super recommended, it has a lot of secret content and several endings
  28. Calving7
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Meilleur jeu de la série. Des boss et des zones épiques et un gameplay amélioré
  29. gpucci0
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Greatest Game of All-Time... it's a 10/10 on every aspect... even to this day, i rather play DS3 than Elden Ring, just feels better.
  30. Kohut
    May 7, 2023
    10
    Dark Soul 3 is an unforgiving, dense, well crafted and timeless masterpiece that will endure the test of time and always be remembered as a lard mark in gaming history.
  31. WaraWana
    May 5, 2023
    9
    This is one of my top 5 favourite games of all time currently. It has such a large amount of options for builds. The boss fights are great and enjoyable when you finally overcome them. I took a long time to platinum this. It was cancerous to grind for the covenant items which is a big drawback but this is not a forced mechanic.
    Thank you for reading. Enjoy Gaming.
  32. djape
    Apr 11, 2023
    10
    Amazing journey!! 10/10
    Love every single painful second spent in this world. Patiently waiting for Bloodbourne 2, DS4 or Elden Ring 2 after DLC planned of course. DS3 is amazing and a MUST PLAY for souls lovers.
  33. Gugajn
    Apr 3, 2023
    10
    This game is really nice, the gameplay, plot etc, but it's just too EASY...
  34. JesseDillinger
    Apr 1, 2023
    8
    Ngl, some of these bosses are doodoo (Looking at you Curse-Rotted Greatwood, Deacons Of The Deep, and High Lord Wolnir). I wasn't liking the game at first because 5 bosses in a row was you vs a boss and his helpers. So it was always unfair. But I managed to get past them and overcome those dogwater bosses and get to great ones. Though Pontiff does technically have a clone he's actually oneNgl, some of these bosses are doodoo (Looking at you Curse-Rotted Greatwood, Deacons Of The Deep, and High Lord Wolnir). I wasn't liking the game at first because 5 bosses in a row was you vs a boss and his helpers. So it was always unfair. But I managed to get past them and overcome those dogwater bosses and get to great ones. Though Pontiff does technically have a clone he's actually one of the good ones. I'm in the minority for saying this, but I appreciate that this game is more linear. I get lost in these games so easily but I didn't need a guide at all for this one.

    In summary: After getting to the good bosses I ended up loving the game. I love FromSoftware. Ngl I don't look forward to Dark Souls 2 cause it's probably got that clunky feeling of DS 1 and I've heard it's the hardest by far. Scary.    … Expand
  35. FFirefly
    Mar 20, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece, a perfect end to a perfect trilogy. Even better with the two phenomenal dlcs.
  36. 3ls0ul
    Mar 7, 2023
    9
    Este juego aún no lo eh jugado o completado, así que pondré una reseña y nota diferentes cuando lo haga.
  37. LeoVR
    Mar 4, 2023
    10
    El mejor dark souls de todos, mejor que elden ring.. Las mecanicas que tiene ds3 estan mejor optimizadas para el combate a diferencia del elden pareciera que fue diseñada antes que este.. the best souls
  38. shenkenhigh
    Feb 14, 2023
    8
    Solid, but overwall much more less "atmosphere" even compared to second souls. Midir, King, Friede, Armour, SoC, AW were great bosses =)
  39. AnderzinhoLoko
    Feb 12, 2023
    10
    Esse Game fez eu me Apaixonar Pela Franquia Souls, Ansioso para Poder Testar o Elden Ring, Músicas de Chorar, Bosses de Tirar o Fôlego, e mais Tudo de Bom, Fodástico, Recomendo a Todo Ser Vivo, A Emoção que esse jogo Passa é Fenomenal.

    Zerei este Game mais de 29 Vezes!
  40. grimreapersims
    Feb 11, 2023
    10
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  41. thenoobbob
    Feb 8, 2023
    10
    This was my first Souls game. Since then I have played all other ones and I love the series. And I love most of From Softs newer works. But DS 3 is definitely my favorite game they made. Its also among my favorite games of all time.
  42. Pmstz
    Jan 31, 2023
    9
    masterpiece

    +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
  43. aaronnmp96
    Jan 31, 2023
    10
    the best Dark Souls game, it meets everything you expect from a Souls, This game is really amazing
  44. Xilg
    Jan 24, 2023
    9
    Um encerramento perfeito para a trilogia Dark Souls. A Fromsoftware voltou as origens trazendo um jogo que evolui tudo que vimos até agora na franquia e deixa maior e mais desafiador. O único ponto negativo é que o level desing está bem mais linear comparado ao Dark Souls 1, 2 e ao Bloodborne, podendo ser comparado ao próprio Demon's Souls de 2009.
  45. MeAndMyGamertag
    Jan 10, 2023
    9
    Pretty damn good. I think it's a better game than DS1 but I think I still prefer DS1...does that make sense? Very good game.
  46. Mcfly6587
    Jan 3, 2023
    10
    Es un juego que todo el mundo debería jugar, o tan siquiera intentar jugarlo. Fue mi primer souls y puedo decir que después de 70 hrs tengo ganas de más. Mi favorito de la trilogía, un gameplay muy bueno y bosses icónicos. Lo único malo es que a veces es muy injusto con ciertos golpes que te dan algunos bosses.
  47. Joe2539
    Jan 2, 2023
    10
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  48. nowells5
    Jan 2, 2023
    10
    Es el último juego de la trilogía numerada y se nota en todos los aspectos. La jugabilidad está muy pulida respecto a los dos anteriores, el diseño artístico de los jefes es memorable, la banda sonora es épica y el diseño de niveles es un desafío perfectamente medido para ser complejo y satisfactorio a partes iguales. Como único defecto, solo puedo señalar que el mapa no está tanEs el último juego de la trilogía numerada y se nota en todos los aspectos. La jugabilidad está muy pulida respecto a los dos anteriores, el diseño artístico de los jefes es memorable, la banda sonora es épica y el diseño de niveles es un desafío perfectamente medido para ser complejo y satisfactorio a partes iguales. Como único defecto, solo puedo señalar que el mapa no está tan cuidadosamente diseñado como en el primer Dark Souls, dando una sensación de una excesiva linealidad por momentos. Sin embargo, no solo es uno de los mejores juegos de From Software, sino que posiblemente es uno de los mejores juegos de la Historia. Duración aproximada: 50-60 horas… Expand
  49. VictorRomero
    Dec 28, 2022
    10
    Must-play of every RPG Fan.

    Everything is great in this game, it is a complete experience.
  50. Leithal1085
    Dec 21, 2022
    10
    This is first time playing killed so many of those sitting there praying “need souls
  51. katanaboysxx
    Dec 20, 2022
    10
    Como um jogador de souls novato, essa foi uma das melhores experiências que já tive com jogos em minha vida, uma jornada longa difícil, porém rica e recompensadora!! Recomendo para qualquer um!
  52. aczinoepc
    Dec 18, 2022
    9
    This could be one of the most well balanced games that are available to play on your PS4. Good story(For a Souls game), good mechanics, great gameplay, good difficult, amazing atmosphere and incredible satisfying combat.

    Top 3 Souls game.
  53. hector_bcn98
    Nov 17, 2022
    9
    El cúlmen de la saga es apoteósico. No llega al nivel de la primera entrega, eso es imposible, fue un videojuego revolucionario, pero mejora a la segunda por mucho. Gracias From Software, gracias.
  54. Reydriar
    Nov 12, 2022
    10
    Gameplay and movement improvements. I just wish the world was less linear and had more connections like DS1.
  55. Gabitoxico
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. AAAA UNA JOYAAAA. Realmente me encantó el juego. FASCINANTE LA AMBIENTACIÓN Y LA JUGABILIDAD… Expand
  56. Aqualonuss
    Nov 5, 2022
    10
    So es wird Zeit, dass dieser Review das gleiche widerfährt, dessen Schicksal auch alle anderen guten alten Spiele, oder Resident Evil 3, teilen. Ein REMAKE muss her.

    Jeder kennt es, fast jeder hat es schon einmal gespielt, und viele lieben es. Das "schwerste Spiel aller Zeiten" (aka. Dark Souls). Ich liebe diese Reihe und Dark Souls III gehört zu meinen absoluten Top Spielen, weshalb    So es wird Zeit, dass dieser Review das gleiche widerfährt, dessen Schicksal auch alle anderen guten alten Spiele, oder Resident Evil 3, teilen. Ein REMAKE muss her.

    Jeder kennt es, fast jeder hat es schon einmal gespielt, und viele lieben es. Das "schwerste Spiel aller Zeiten" (aka. Dark Souls). Ich liebe diese Reihe und Dark Souls III gehört zu meinen absoluten Top Spielen, weshalb sich diese Review vielleicht so anhört, wie ein K-Pop Fangirl, dass dir versucht zu erklären warum BTS, die beste Band aller Zeiten ist.

    Im Vergleich mit seinen Vorgängern, hat Dark Souls III, eine etwas schnelleres Kampfsystem und eine wesentlich lineareren Aufbau was für den einen schlecht, für den anderen gut sein kann.

    Die Bosse und ihrer Inszenierungen sind bombastisch und gehören zu der Spitze der Reihe. Die Gebiete sind abwechslungsreich und schön düster gestaltet, was den Reiz am Spiel ebenfalls ausmacht. Der Soundtrack ist wundervoll und es gibt nichts was mehr mitreißender ist, als den Schlägen eines fast besiegten Bosses auszuweichen, während im Hintergrund eine aufbrausende Musik ertönt.

    Das Kampfsystem ist grandios, denn nicht umsonst ist es der Maßstab für gute RPG Kämpfe.

    Die DLCs sind auch empfehlenswert, wobei mich vor allem das zweite, sehr gepackt hat und mir endlos viele Stunden meines Lebens beim bekämpfen eines bestimmten Drachen genommen hat.

    Beim erneuten Durchspielen entdeckst du immer wieder neue Gebiete und durch seine verschiedenen Klassen und Spielweisen, wird es auch nach dem 8ten Run, nicht langweilig

    Also zum Abschluss, grandioses Spiel, grandiose Reihe.

    Praise the sun!    … Expand
  57. willianscerque
    Nov 4, 2022
    10
    Fantástico universo, desfecho maravilhoso. Trouxe mais um pouco da linda maravilha do primeiro jogo.
  58. dr-kenobi
    Oct 29, 2022
    9
    ДС3 - те, чим мало бути ДС2. Нарешті жодного рескінованого боса і левелів (кілька зайвих звісно є, але як без них). ДЛС теж в порядку, власне, все як треба.
  59. ZangBang
    Oct 24, 2022
    8
    88/100
    Dark Souls 3 chooses to focus on a more contained exploration than its predecessors, a much more streamlined map with few branching paths and thus less secret areas and less freedom given to the player on where to go next. This design philosophy allows each new area to be bigger and wide-ranging, but the lack of a tangled web of interconnecting paths like in the past diminishes the    88/100
    Dark Souls 3 chooses to focus on a more contained exploration than its predecessors, a much more streamlined map with few branching paths and thus less secret areas and less freedom given to the player on where to go next. This design philosophy allows each new area to be bigger and wide-ranging, but the lack of a tangled web of interconnecting paths like in the past diminishes the sense of freedom granted by exploration, and a slight overabundance of bonfires hurts the sense of tension, ultimately making the journey through Lothric significantly less adventurous than the one through Lordran or Yharnam. Nevertheless, the level design within each area remains of superb quality, as the traditionally multilayered dense map structure is chockfull of treasures and secrets to find and, as previously mentioned, the bigger scope of each area grants more room to explore. The combat system received a clear influence from Bloodborne, as it has a much faster pace now that ultimately ends up making rollspam a little overpowered, but with the usual focus on shielding and weight typical of the Dark Souls, and a magic system now better integrated with the rest of the mechanics. Testing our mettle with these systems, a traditionally excellent, fairly challenging set of enemies and an even better set of bosses. Dark Souls 3 hosts the absolute best, most high-quality array of bosses in the whole Soulsborne series. They frequently display incredibly distinct multiple phases and utilize varied attack patterns that rely on exclusive mechanics or unique playstyles that constantly challenge the player in new exciting ways. Even the worst ones are still highly entertaining thanks to interesting gimmicks that twist the usual formula without compromising on challenge. Narratively, Dark Souls 3 ends the trilogy with a somber, melancholic conclusion that delves deeper into the established concepts of the series, with a main focus on the human drama and tragedies linked to them.    … Expand
  60. Classyh
    Oct 20, 2022
    10
    the game was perfect it’s a mix of just about everything From has acquired in its bag of tricks from Demon’s Souls all the way to Bloodborne. I loved it so much
  61. Tommey
    Sep 27, 2022
    10
    Seriously great title in the Dark Souls series. Had a great time with the lore, sorcerer, gameplay, defeating the variety of bosses and more. Highly recommend for anyone looking to try out the DS collection.
  62. AndyF
    May 14, 2021
    9
    No BS, only fun! Pure, exciting and mesmerizing game play from the beginning to the end with exeptional game play mechanics. No extensive cutscreens and unnecessary storytelling. Just great old school gaming!
  63. MaxieZeus
    Sep 2, 2022
    9
    Feels a combination of the first two games and Bloodborne with the amount of references and faster combat , but it is a really good combination although it feels rushed. Plus it has the best bosses in the series.
  64. SilentLev
    Sep 1, 2022
    8
    Трилогия DS завершилась на высокой ноте, пускай достигнуть высот первой части не удалось. Тем не менее, проект может похвастаться более пёстрым арт-дизайном, одним из лучших пантеонов боссов и самым впечатляющим саундтреком, который задаёт тон уже в главном меню. Да и оба дополнения мне нравятся, в той или иной степени.Трилогия DS завершилась на высокой ноте, пускай достигнуть высот первой части не удалось. Тем не менее, проект может похвастаться более пёстрым арт-дизайном, одним из лучших пантеонов боссов и самым впечатляющим саундтреком, который задаёт тон уже в главном меню. Да и оба дополнения мне нравятся, в той или иной степени.
  65. Aconnor105
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Fantastic game! Could not recommend any other. As there really isn't any other game like this. Best game I've played in a while! 10/10.
  66. BobsityJonesity
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    A near-perfect end to a legendary series. This game is an improvement on nearly all accounts from the first and second game and hits back on all the themes presented. It starts out a little slow but quickly ramps up, especially near the end. Almost every boss has incredible polish that blows the first and second game out of the water and holds its own against bloodborne. The pace is muchA near-perfect end to a legendary series. This game is an improvement on nearly all accounts from the first and second game and hits back on all the themes presented. It starts out a little slow but quickly ramps up, especially near the end. Almost every boss has incredible polish that blows the first and second game out of the water and holds its own against bloodborne. The pace is much faster, which while making the combat feel different from 1 and 2, also allows for more fluidity and dynamic action. The DLCs follow in the soulsborne tradition in being the best part of the game's experience. While the ashes of Ariendel felt somewhat lackluster (except the sister Friede fight which I think is the best in the series), the Ringed city was easily my favorite DLC experience from any souls game, sporting compelling gameplay sections with groundbreaking bosses, 3 of which (Demon Prince, Midir, and Slave Knight Gael) have legitimate claims to be called best in the series. All in all Dark Souls 3 is the perfect conclusion for a legendary franchise and easily the best the series has to offer.… Expand
  67. anemotaxis
    Aug 20, 2022
    9
    ゲームシステムや、世界観含めて『DARK SOULS』の終わりとして満足がいくものだった。
    ローリングの回避など、どうしても『Bloodborne』に引っ張られているように感じたが、オフライン/オンラインのいずれでも楽しめる内容だと思った。
  68. FireBroFilms
    Aug 15, 2022
    8
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  69. Kazuma-Kiryu
    Jul 30, 2022
    10
    From Software has done it again! Breathtaking visuals, brutal top-notch gameplay and the series staple mysterious but intriguing lore makes Dark Souls III a must-have for fans of dark fantasy. Along with those seeking a rewarding challenge that will test their mettle in intricate skill-based combat. This is the genre of Action RPG at its finest and in the years to follow numerousFrom Software has done it again! Breathtaking visuals, brutal top-notch gameplay and the series staple mysterious but intriguing lore makes Dark Souls III a must-have for fans of dark fantasy. Along with those seeking a rewarding challenge that will test their mettle in intricate skill-based combat. This is the genre of Action RPG at its finest and in the years to follow numerous developers shall be hoping to emulate what this masterfully crafted trilogy has managed to accomplish. Take a step into this forlorn, nihilistic and beautiful world. You will not be disappointed.… Expand
  70. 9bb
    Jul 29, 2022
    8
    This is from the perspective of a returning souls player. The bosses are very well designed. Bosses like Geal and pontiff really set the bar high and first seem like insurmountable challenges. Personally I wouldn’t actually mind more gimmick bosses. Like in demon souls. This is because while dark souls 3 bosses certainly are good. Few of hjem actually stand out. In demon souls bosses likeThis is from the perspective of a returning souls player. The bosses are very well designed. Bosses like Geal and pontiff really set the bar high and first seem like insurmountable challenges. Personally I wouldn’t actually mind more gimmick bosses. Like in demon souls. This is because while dark souls 3 bosses certainly are good. Few of hjem actually stand out. In demon souls bosses like maiden astrea felt really unique and memorable. A lot of bosses in demon souls were about outsmarting your foe this is something that has been lost. And I don’t think it would hurt dark souls 3 to experiment once in a while instead of all the bosses being about dodging at the right time. Not that the bosses in ds3 are bad its just that variation helpes. Another problem is that dark souls has a bit of an identity crisis. It has the setting and themes of dark souls with abit of bloodbourne dna. With references to demon souls dark souls and dark souls 2 every thirty minitues or so. Ds3 feels like it tries to be a best of dark souls arcade game. While this may sound good on paper. I think it works against the game and makes it feel like it doesn’t have an identity of its own. The level design of ds1 has not carried over. Some may like this many wont. The aesthetics are very grey. But they are supposed to be this way. Some may like it some may not. But over all it is still an incredibly good game. The bosses are still really good. The combat is very simple yet engaging. The world is for the most times well crafted. And I do recommend it… Expand
  71. YokoHugo
    Jul 28, 2022
    9
    Ooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo
  72. ege24tan
    Jul 24, 2022
    10
    Love this game! The bosses, npc quests and mini bosses all of them are amazing! I have finished the game once and i'm trying to get platinum trophy on it right now. If you haven't tried the game yet you should.
  73. CRM03
    Jul 18, 2022
    10
    In my opinion, Dark Souls III is the best Dark Souls in the series. The gameplay feels a lot smoother than the other games and the boss design is top tier. The level design is also amazing. The environments are beautiful to look at. There isn't much to say other than it's a masterpiece. Some gripes I have with the game are some of the visuals. Areas far in the distance look really blurryIn my opinion, Dark Souls III is the best Dark Souls in the series. The gameplay feels a lot smoother than the other games and the boss design is top tier. The level design is also amazing. The environments are beautiful to look at. There isn't much to say other than it's a masterpiece. Some gripes I have with the game are some of the visuals. Areas far in the distance look really blurry and weird. The game also has some glitches and clipping. Other than that, its amazing.… Expand
  74. Tomplexthis
    Jul 8, 2022
    8
    Get Good.

    No seriously. its good, so get it
    Dark souls 3 is the pinnacle of the franchise of the souls.
    It is probably the easiest, unless you do the side stuff, then it gets hard
    The hardest game is Dark souls 2, scholar of the first sin.
  75. darkblueshadow
    Jul 4, 2022
    10
    I am new to the souls games series and DS3 was the first one.The story is incredible and the gameplay is even better.A must play for sure
  76. brpoconnor
    Jun 9, 2022
    10
    After the slightly disappointing sequel that was Dark Souls 2, From Software came back strong. This game captures everything that I loved about Dark Souls 1 with interesting world, good world design, great combat, fun fights, and great PVP.
  77. QilBoy
    Jun 5, 2022
    8
    Dark Souls III is an incredibly precise, elegant and fresh way to end this series.
    It takes (almost) all of the elements that made the previous installments great, and scales back or removes altogether (most but not all) of the series' weaknesses, resulting in what is unquestionably the overall best Dark Souls experience ever.
    Firstly: let's talk about the Level Design. The world    Dark Souls III is an incredibly precise, elegant and fresh way to end this series.
    It takes (almost) all of the elements that made the previous installments great, and scales back or removes altogether (most but not all) of the series' weaknesses, resulting in what is unquestionably the overall best Dark Souls experience ever.
    Firstly: let's talk about the Level Design. The world interconnectivity of DS1 never came back, alas, and even the constant branching pathways that were still very much present in DS2 have been mostly lost: the progression through the game world of DS3 is more linear than it has ever been. This design choice makes the journey of DS3 feel a little less player-driven than the previous two, but it also comes with two great improvements: firstly, by streamlining the progression FromSoftware had better control over the difficulty curve of the experience, and secondly, the world doesnt really NEED many branching paths since the areas themselves are now IMMENSE: i got lost within DS3 areas way more than I ever did in the previous two entires. Areas are huge, vast playgrounds full of twists and turns, hidden rooms and caves, with a greater focus on vertical exploration. So in the end, although we'll miss the replayability value and feeling of agency that was lost by removing the old, web-like world map progression, the trade-off was necessary to receive these new wide-ranging more open Areas.
    A very much still missed feature is the amount of Estus flasks being linked to each specific bonfire, upgradable through use of Humanities in DS1. That mechanic granted players the agency to manage their resources to make each section a little easier, adding a captivating long-term layer of strategy and resource management. By comparison, the Embers raising HP in DS3 IS an interesting feature, but nothing exceptional.
    Going over to combat: the fights in DS3 have a much faster pace than previous entries, with your attacks being much quicker and enemies more aggressive and with longer combos. This isnt an improvement or a flaw per se, it is a change that will land differently on each player depending on personal preference, but this new speed of movement makes the roll an excessively powerful option, trivializing some (not that many) fights.
    The quality of the enemies themselves returns to the greatness of DS1, especially in regards of bosses. Unlike the lackluster, awkward bosses of DS2 (for the most part) or the mixed bag that was DS1, DS3 offers the overall highest quality array of bosses of the entire trilogy, with non-stop challenging, exciting bossfights that almost always offer something to test the player's reflexes and adaptability in satisfying ways, up until the credits roll. To face these enemies the game offers you, as per usual, a pleasantly rich selection of different weapons, with many different combo attack animations, to suit different playstyles, now with even specific abilities tied to each weapon expanding the replayability factor and personalized nature of the experience. Backstabs have been nerfed excessively, and some balancing issues are still present, but nothing as terrible as Magic in DS1. Another unpleasant return (at this point, sadly, a tradition) is the ability of the enemies' weapons to go through walls and obstacles, whereas the player's cannot.
    NPC Questlines have always been a charming and immersive way to give more weight to the player's journey. By witnessing the personal tragedies of some of the wandering personalities that inhabit this land, you learn more of the world and its history, or simply get entertained, moved and surprised through small little moments inbetween your own quest. DS3 is a return to form compared to the scarce and dull NPC Questlines of DS2, with many NPCs to meet and many stories to watch unfold. But unlike DS1, in DS3 the time windows and criterias to meet most of these NPCs are waaay to narrow and strict: as a result, players will miss out on 50% (if not more) of these encounters, and therefore entire Questlines, whereas DS1 was much more forgiving, giving plenty of time to meet most of these characters.
    Or, in other words: Dark Souls III is an excellent way to end the franchise. The world map is a lot less interconnected than it used to be back in the DS1 days, sadly, with a more streamlined progression, but the quality of Level Design within Areas themselves is higher than ever, and the more streamlined nature allows for a more precise difficulty curve. Bosses are almost all of extremely high quality, the best collection of the entire series. The more fast-paced combat rhythm gives the adventure a breath of fresh air compared to previous chapters, and it's best balancing of the series thus far (not perfect still). But some of the series' traditional flaws still refuse to die (like enemy strikes going through walls), while some new ones emerge (like an excessively generous roll that rewards roll-spam a little too much)    … Expand
  78. SomeGamerRequal
    May 23, 2022
    10
    My goty 2016 Game perfectly matching the 1st part Dark Souls III, shrouded in mystery, a game in which we fight epic bosses and learn stories through objects and short dialogues that usually do not give us an answer.
  79. frederik1478
    May 18, 2022
    9
    This is the worst in the trilogy. I think the visuals and the narrative at a worst in the constant grey graphics is kind of doll after half the game.I do think it has kind of the best and most balance comfort system, but it kind of next something with the bosses it kind of needed more gimmicks fight like dark Souls 1 demons SoulsIt's still a good game. I would say but it just missThis is the worst in the trilogy. I think the visuals and the narrative at a worst in the constant grey graphics is kind of doll after half the game.I do think it has kind of the best and most balance comfort system, but it kind of next something with the bosses it kind of needed more gimmicks fight like dark Souls 1 demons SoulsIt's still a good game. I would say but it just miss something compared to the other games and I wished this game was better than it was.… Expand
  80. RafaelJun
    May 8, 2022
    9
    The game have beautiful scenarios and complexes bosses that when you defeat then you have satisfection.
    The soundtrack is amazing with mirracle songs that inspires you to continue the gameplay.
  81. Zeneko90
    May 7, 2022
    9
    Top Spiel. Kann man nicht anders sagen. Gerne mehr davon. Hat mir sehr gut gefallen.
  82. zach_grech
    May 7, 2022
    9
    Amazing combat and presentation. Some of the best bosses in the series. Complaints come with the reusing of popular locations from other games. These areas were pretty good however so it isn't a major flaw. Some frustrating moments that felt unfair.
  83. Blazetnk957
    Apr 28, 2022
    10
    Good game make unga bunga brain happy, use big sword to slap everything, happiness no come from dirty intelligence and magic.
  84. M1ikey
    Apr 27, 2022
    10
    best game qwdqwdwqdiuqwdiqhdoqiwhdoqhdqiwdhoqwhdhqwdhoqiuwhdoiqwdhoiqwdqwqdqwwq
  85. Vergstian77
    Apr 27, 2022
    10
    Better graphics compared to its predecessors/ better mechanics. What a masterpiece.
  86. Borges8
    Apr 27, 2022
    10
    Não entendi porque o jogo me deu tanto braseiro, eu não sei oq ele faz, o boss final foi até q poggers mas tipo sei lá sabe, no final de tudo eu me pergunto ''Pq eu matei todos esses personagens?
  87. Sirox5578
    Apr 27, 2022
    10
    Soul ascended to heaven after playing this and god told me its better than Terraria.
  88. Personal_M0Tva
    Apr 27, 2022
    10
    > first souls game
    > 2 hours of failing Iudex Grundyr
    > give up for a year
    > now try again because Elden Ring looks cool
    > fail again but keep going
    > eventually success
    > now 9 hours in at cathedral of the deep, haven't played anything else in a week

    good game :)
  89. jchayes755
    Apr 6, 2022
    9
    This game is an absolute gem. I can still hear the music from Dancer of the Boreal Valley fight. I can still feel the pain from dying over and over again to the Nameless King, as well as the overflowing joy from besting such a formidable adversary. Let the flames guide thee.
  90. Mamarrez
    Mar 30, 2022
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played in my life and my favourite fromsoft game.
  91. DavieSl
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    The best Souls game imo.
    Gorgeous areas.
    Hard fights.
    Wonderful secrets.
    Long.
    Replayability.
    Epic.
  92. FuriousAegon
    Mar 25, 2022
    8
    Dark Souls 3 is the best part in the Trilogy.
    After completing DS2 I’ve diced to rewrite my old essays, and now I think DS3 is my favorite dark souls game.The gameplay became much faster in-spite of the success of Bloodborne fast gameplay, when u don’t have any shields and u need to rely on your reflexes and make successful dodges.Because of that gameplay became skillful and action-based.    Dark Souls 3 is the best part in the Trilogy.
    After completing DS2 I’ve diced to rewrite my old essays, and now I think DS3 is my favorite dark souls game.The gameplay became much faster in-spite of the success of Bloodborne fast gameplay, when u don’t have any shields and u need to rely on your reflexes and make successful dodges.Because of that gameplay became skillful and action-based.
    There a lot of good bosses on the main game (Lothric and Lorain, Soul of Cinder, Abyss Watchers, Oldrich, Nameless King, Pontiff Sulyvahn ) that are really interesting and provide unique and good fight experience.And bosses from DLCs in most cases are great.Only Slave Knight Gael is one the best FromSoft bosses,lore,ost,location of this boss provides perfect experience to the player.Also there’s a Darkeater Midir, the Hardest Boss of DS3 ( for me ), also has very intense fight, good ost, awesome looking arena, and good lore and design of f boss gives a player fair and very hard experience.The same situation Sister Fiede and Father Ariandel has.All this bosses are really good.
    Locations of the game are “next-level” comparing with DS2 and ds1, locations are interesting to explore and have well-build level-design.For example of good level-design are Irythill the Boreal Valley - Anor Londo, Great Wall of Lothric, Ringed City, Achedragon Peak are my favorite ones from the game with DLC.
    The whole story is hugely connected with Dark Souls 1, and how Aldia Scholar of the first Sin once said that Gwyn made a First Sin linking the fire , and because of that the worlds of Dark Souls started collapsing.And the result of that we can see in the game.And the stories of Lords of Cinder are really interesting especially Lothrics and Lorians.DLCs share one story, and it is as good as games story, the story of Gael and his Ladies Painting that will save every living being from this fading world is awfully interesting and really sad.When you witness last breaths of this world, and these last attempts to save only the people of this world, not the world itself is tearing me apart.
    I really like this game, for its lore, gameplay and DLCs but Bloodborne,Sekiro,Elden Ring I consider better ones that this game.But it is still a really good game.
    8.5/10    … Expand
  93. Gringo157
    Mar 23, 2022
    10
    Simplismente magnífico, jogo com uma jogabilidade incrível, boss e inimigos muito variados e criativos, gráficos maravilhosos e uma perfeita escolha para quem gosta de um desafio.
  94. Axxypie
    Mar 17, 2022
    9
    Blood, sweat, tears & souls

    What a game! Probably the most freedom and difficulty I‘ve ever experienced in a videogame. It‘s presentation is also really beautiful (for the most part). It is not flawless though. Newcomers will struggle with most of the bosses and exploration. I really like the lack of a map; since that encourages exploration and a strong sense of orientation. This    Blood, sweat, tears & souls

    What a game! Probably the most freedom and difficulty I‘ve ever experienced in a videogame. It‘s presentation is also really beautiful (for the most part). It is not flawless though. Newcomers will struggle with most of the bosses and exploration.

    I really like the lack of a map; since that encourages exploration and a strong sense of orientation. This exact thing also lead to not really knowing where to go after a certain point; which was annoying.

    What I didnt like was the extreme difficulty spikes and drops with certain bosses. I understand its (for the most part) an open world game where different players encounter bosses at different times; but about 5 hours in, the boss-difficulty spikes through the f***ing roof; dropping immediately on the one that follows. Linearity in that case would‘ve considerably helped iron out the inconsistency.    … Expand
  95. Mahannbz
    Mar 15, 2022
    9
    Amazing musics and boss fights good level design and incredible world design,the variety of enemies are so good the only problem is graphics
  96. DarkwingSchmuck
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    It may be more of a refinement than than a leap forward, but Dark Souls III combines the best aspects of Dark Souls with Bloodborne's faster paced combat and exciting boss battles to make it arguably the best game in the core "Souls" franchise.
  97. Maadi
    Mar 11, 2022
    9
    A very astonishing game that equalizes gameplay style and difficulty level. Bosses are well designed with flamboyant rut. Some places are bit ennuied but the over gameplay is tremendously preferable
  98. Draco9
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    İ just love this game dont know what else i can say about this masterpiece ❤️
  99. randomgamer1917
    Mar 5, 2022
    9
    9.5/10 This game is great, i wish you could do a dash/dodge move instead of roll, like in bloodborne and sekiro. the optional Nameless king and the DLC boss's are where the real fun begins. For sure best souls game of the 3
  100. Rich45682
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    Amazing, one of the best souls games ever made, the combat is amazing and the bosses are the best in the franchise
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 69 Critic Reviews

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  1. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Jun 13, 2016
    90
    Dark Souls III rarely innovates, but it experiments within the Souls parameters to grotesque and glorious effect. Another Game of The Year contender, then. [June 2016, p.81]
  2. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    May 18, 2016
    90
    Dark Souls III is all-consuming, it’ll drive you up the wall, and the sense of accomplishment you’ll get when everything clicks and you go on to finish that final boss... well, it’s simply beyond compare [June 2016, p70]
  3. Games Master UK
    May 18, 2016
    95
    The best Dark Souls game to pick up right now, and a fitting finale for the series. [May 2016, p.58]
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