Dark Souls III

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  1. SecludedGodMind
    Dec 9, 2019
    10
    A near perfect installment in one of the greatest franchises in video game history.
  2. forrestofgold5
    May 22, 2016
    10
    This game is the perfect blend between the fast-paced aggressive combat in Bloodborne and the slower and more thought out combat of the other dark souls games. Combined with the absolutely stunning graphics and fantastic locations and level design, this is definitely my favorite FromSoft game to date. One of my favorite tweaks to the game is that you no longer stand still for large amountsThis game is the perfect blend between the fast-paced aggressive combat in Bloodborne and the slower and more thought out combat of the other dark souls games. Combined with the absolutely stunning graphics and fantastic locations and level design, this is definitely my favorite FromSoft game to date. One of my favorite tweaks to the game is that you no longer stand still for large amounts of time while drinking estus, but are able to keep moving. This really helps the game with it's shift to being faster paced. Overall, there aren't many things to criticize in this game, and If you like the souls series or Bloodborne you are in for a treat.… Expand
  3. willerkiller
    Aug 9, 2016
    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
  4. PeanutLamp12
    Jun 16, 2016
    10
    Yhorm taught me how to love again. Idk why he keeps the only weapon that can kill him right next to his chair, but whatever he has a silly hat and i guess thats all that really matters
  5. elvistrentin
    Jul 19, 2016
    10
    Just fantastic! Theres no other word to describe this amazing game. I played all the souls games before and i can tell u guyz, this one is really worth your time and money
  6. MudMonger
    Jul 4, 2016
    10
    My favorite series of games.
    I havent put as much time into DS3 as I'd like but ive played it a few hours and what ive seen so far. I like. This could be the best one yet.
  7. Frostheos
    Aug 11, 2016
    10
    Miyazaki came back, and with him, Dark Souls' soul. It's a freaking love letter from From Soft. The essence of Dark Souls 1 with stunning graphics and a faster combat system. Just like the first Dark Souls, but more linear. Though it improves in literally everything else. A real masterpiece.
  8. ocmasterrace
    Jul 8, 2016
    10
    This game feels so rewarding. Playing Dark Soul III is hard but so satisfying. The game reward you when you explore and discover new items and areas. It's fantastic style and soundtrack/sound effects will get you immerse the whole time you play. Its a truly good and hard game to finish. Understanding everything in this game is not easy, it makes you think about how deep is this game. IThis game feels so rewarding. Playing Dark Soul III is hard but so satisfying. The game reward you when you explore and discover new items and areas. It's fantastic style and soundtrack/sound effects will get you immerse the whole time you play. Its a truly good and hard game to finish. Understanding everything in this game is not easy, it makes you think about how deep is this game. I would buy again.… Expand
  9. mwil236
    Jul 30, 2016
    10
    Granted, I am reviewing the game from the perspective of a Souls fan, but even non-Soulers are encouraged to take a crack at DS3. The best thing about it, probably, is that it is not Dark Souls 2. It hearkens back to Dark Souls but maintains series classics like impossible-to-follow "quests," the killing of several primary bosses to advance, poison swamp levels and brutal gameplay.Granted, I am reviewing the game from the perspective of a Souls fan, but even non-Soulers are encouraged to take a crack at DS3. The best thing about it, probably, is that it is not Dark Souls 2. It hearkens back to Dark Souls but maintains series classics like impossible-to-follow "quests," the killing of several primary bosses to advance, poison swamp levels and brutal gameplay. Potentially less difficult than Dark Souls but certainly harder and more satisfying than Dark Souls 2, it is the true heir apparent to the Dark Souls series. An excellent game, no questions asked.… Expand
  10. Lewis-Angelo
    Aug 29, 2017
    10
    top 5 de la generación

    aunque no sea tan bueno e innovador como Demon's Souls 7 años antes, es un juegazo para el recuerdo
    la dificultad, el apartado artístico, los mundos y el lore, las posibilidades multijugador, todo está al máximo nivel
  11. SimonD00
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    The game starts of a bit slow but a soon as you get past the first soul of cinder the game picks up the pace and your soon experiencing one of the best games on the PS4 (even tough I know it's not an exclusive) The thing that is most impressive to me is the amazing amount of replay value this game holds. I played through the game 6 times just to try out different kinds of wepons andThe game starts of a bit slow but a soon as you get past the first soul of cinder the game picks up the pace and your soon experiencing one of the best games on the PS4 (even tough I know it's not an exclusive) The thing that is most impressive to me is the amazing amount of replay value this game holds. I played through the game 6 times just to try out different kinds of wepons and classes and after that I just whanted to beat the game as fast as possible. If you can stand the difficulty in this game be sure to pick it up 10/10… Expand
  12. Peetja
    Sep 15, 2016
    10
    Absolutely loved this final installment of Dark souls. The first play through was just incredible learning all the new boss mechanics. The game play is smooth and frame rate is excellent and the music score is to die for! As soon as you step into this world you can see the time and effort that the developers had put into this game from just how beautiful all the surroundings are. I haveAbsolutely loved this final installment of Dark souls. The first play through was just incredible learning all the new boss mechanics. The game play is smooth and frame rate is excellent and the music score is to die for! As soon as you step into this world you can see the time and effort that the developers had put into this game from just how beautiful all the surroundings are. I have not doubt in giving this game 10/10… Expand
  13. shiftyman
    Nov 13, 2016
    10
    Dark souls 3 is the game you love to hate, you can go from the escasty and jubilation of defeating a lord of cinder, to the despair and rage of dying a slither from victory. One of the best games of 2016.
  14. SonicClancy
    Oct 19, 2016
    10
    +Gorgeously dark and atmospheric world
    +Rewarding challenge gameplay
    +Excellent bosses

    -Multiplayer has limited
    -It's the less bosses than ever
    -Easy to be angry, again

    It's incredible world and awe-inspiring weapon arts make it the fiercest installment yet.
  15. 9to10Gaming
    Nov 2, 2016
    10
    Although its not as good as the first, its still a masterpiece nonetheless! Loved every hour of it and I'm really sad, that this was the last game from this amazing series!
  16. estebambuco
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    Para mí, para mí el mejor dark souls de todos, mereció ser juego del año en vez de Overwatch:
    -Gráficas espectaculares
    -Inteligencia artificial brillante -Jefes espectaculares y admirables -Excelente historia (pero no supera la de Dark Souls 1) -El online me ha corrido perfecto la verdad -Muchas opciones de armas y te alegras cada vez que vences un Boss porque sabes que el arma y la    Para mí, para mí el mejor dark souls de todos, mereció ser juego del año en vez de Overwatch:
    -Gráficas espectaculares
    -Inteligencia artificial brillante
    -Jefes espectaculares y admirables
    -Excelente historia (pero no supera la de Dark Souls 1)
    -El online me ha corrido perfecto la verdad
    -Muchas opciones de armas y te alegras cada vez que vences un Boss porque sabes que el arma y la armadura son grandiosas
    -Música perfecta para los combates y el juego
    -Los secretos del juego me han encantado
    -Te invita a rejugarlo por eso lo tengo ahí guardado por si lo quiero volver a jugar y no lo he vendido.
    -Hay toda una comunidad que alaba este juego y cuando lo descubres en Youtube y sabes que le gusta a muchas otras personas y lo disfrutan de diferentes maneras, sabes que tienes un buen juego en tus manos
    Este juego para mí si valió la plata y estoy agradecido de haberlo probado.
    Good luck ashen one. (cuando lo juegues sabrás de que estoy hablando :D)    … Expand
  17. illuminati8467
    Nov 16, 2017
    10
    My favourite game of all time, great story, great customization and character development. Great graphics. I recommend playing on ps4 pro for improved performance 10/10
  18. Zurce
    Mar 23, 2017
    10
    El mejor juego de la saga que combina lo mejor de todos estos titulos para dar a luz una obra maestra, un combate que mezcla la estrategia caracteristica de los Dark Souls con una fluidez mas propia de Bloodborne sumado a unos entornos trabajadisimos que transmiten autentica soledad y desesperacion, un diseño de jefes finales increible y una banda sonara que te acompañara por mucho tiempo
  19. Nath6349
    Dec 7, 2016
    10
    This is not only my game of 2016, but the best game I've played for a long time!

    I bought the game rather tentatively, having never played a Souls game, the challenging nature tempted me but I perceived the game as a medieval fantasy which would not normally interest me. Having now completed the game, I am so glad I tried it, it was incredible all the way through! I would not define the    This is not only my game of 2016, but the best game I've played for a long time!

    I bought the game rather tentatively, having never played a Souls game, the challenging nature tempted me but I perceived the game as a medieval fantasy which would not normally interest me. Having now completed the game, I am so glad I tried it, it was incredible all the way through! I would not define the game as a medieval fantasy but instead as a Gothic Underworld masterpiece.

    The Gothic atmosphere and setting is one of the greatest and lasting aspects of the game. I no longer look at a cathedral or church in the same way, I am expecting there to be skeleton dogs and undead creatures around every corner.

    The tension in the game is immense, when you get past a tough enemy and enter a new area low on estus with lots of souls you tread very carefully in search of that next glorious bonfire. I loved that tension!

    The boss fights are to be feared and embraced! Most of the bosses and incredibly cool and well designed, the battles really reward a patient and calm playstyle, to get past many of the bosses you must first understand the boss before you can pass. Whilst bosses can certainly be frustrating, the reward for defeating them is euphoria!

    It is worth saying that the story and the lore of DS3 is never clear. This is far from a negative strangely but one of its strongest aspects of the game! The description with each new item, weapon or boss soul contains an extra piece of the jigsaw into the plot, the history and the myth! The jigsaw feels huge and every piece unravels just a little more, it becomes more of a search to unlock the mysteries of this land!

    I found myself enjoying this game in unique ways, it is the only game I have ever supplemented with watching a Let's Play on YouTube. When you defeat a tough boss or area, there is nothing more satisfying to re-live it by watching somebody else struggle. I also have watched videos detailing the lore behind the game and still there is so much mystery you can lose yourself in it.

    What makes this game so great is the depth behind the lore, the bosses, the items and the setting. It has created one of the coolest and richest worlds full of myths, mysteries, awe and dread.

    From Software. My Thanks!    … Expand
  20. Gamesearcher1
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    Well, if there was a best first impression award to any game, I wouldn’t even need to think about which game deserved it. From the get-go this game tells you that it’s going to be fair to you, but also make you want to destroy everything you can in a ten metre radius. But just writing this game off as hard would be doing the genius work a massive disservice. For this game is difficult,Well, if there was a best first impression award to any game, I wouldn’t even need to think about which game deserved it. From the get-go this game tells you that it’s going to be fair to you, but also make you want to destroy everything you can in a ten metre radius. But just writing this game off as hard would be doing the genius work a massive disservice. For this game is difficult, punishing and unrelenting for all the right reasons. The bosses all have fast, but predictable move-sets, and the true art of the game is recognising this and using an enemy’s weakness to your advantage. Secrets are also littered all throughout the depressing world that Dark Souls III takes place in, some rewarding you with unique weapons, others with terrifying beasts that are true pains to defeat, and even entire levels ripe with enemies and unique bosses are held as secrets.. I love that they incorporated some of the speed from Bloodborne into the game, although not as much. It shows in the enemies, some of which are incredibly fast, requiring you to dodge, parry and fat-roll to even stand a chance. The sheer number of weapons also never fails to astound me, as even in very specific groups such as Great-Hammers, there are still plenty of weapons there. Every build, from a swift person who wears rags and jumps around with a dagger, to a fat tank that takes very little damage from anything, but dishes out a giant amount, is viable, although some might be better suited other situations. But, alas, in a game that puts such and emphasis on bosses, just one boss fight can drag the game down quickly. And I found this out with the penultimate boss, who was an absolute annoyance to fight. But one thing that this game does miles better than anything else on the market, is the music. The melancholy soundtrack is based around a choir and stringed instruments, while some scores experiment with brass and bells. Even from the main screen, you understand very clearly that the game is going to posses an amazing soundtrack, and Dark Souls III doesn’t disappoint in this front at all. In fact, I’d go as far to say this is the greatest soundtrack to emerge out of gaming. Yes, I said it, and it’s not meant to be exaggeration. I mean it. The graphics are up next, and I can’t help but say this game looks quite nice. The backdrops of some locations can just look drop-dead gorgeous, while some things are just not pleasant to the eyes whatsoever. The colour scheme is also sadly limited to, for eighty percent of the game’s length, grey, brown, black, red and yellow. And, yes, I acknowledge the fact that this is meant to symbolise the atmosphere of gloom and dread, and it does make other locations stand out, but the abstinence of another less other than its pallet can drag down the experience. The lore in this game, and really in any modern From Software RPG, is cryptic at best, and hard to understand, but the main premise that you, the Ashen One, must kill all Lords of Cinder to keep a fire alight, prolonging the Age of Fire, and keeping the world from becoming darker than it already is. As with bugs, I’ve encountered none, except one extremely frustrating crash, in one of the most loathed areas in the entire series, that deleted not only the character I was playing as, but also every single other character. Aside from these gripes, Dark Souls III will not be forgotten by me for years to come. Its fast paced combat, that includes hundreds of various weapons and shields, its unforgettable bosses that made me run around the house like a madman and its incredible approach to level design. This is the end of the Souls series, and what better way to end a series than making a masterpiece?… Expand
  21. Suffering
    Dec 30, 2016
    10
    Dark souls veteran I've played every title of the soul series they're all masterpieces in gaming perfection definitely take some time for this hard style of gaming to grow on American gamers people need a lot of handholding these days if you need handholding this game is Not for you you might need to wiki some stuff look it up on Google learn how to play get good and all that if you giveDark souls veteran I've played every title of the soul series they're all masterpieces in gaming perfection definitely take some time for this hard style of gaming to grow on American gamers people need a lot of handholding these days if you need handholding this game is Not for you you might need to wiki some stuff look it up on Google learn how to play get good and all that if you give up too easily you're sorely missing out on some serious core professional gameplay yes the game has its flaws but you'd have to sink millions more dollars into these titles to polish them i've heard rumors of remasters coming out so let's pray for revamped gameplay and true remasters not just ports because these games rock my brother calls himself a hard-core gamer and he's never played a souls game don't mean to be critical but you're not a core gamer if you have never played a souls game , sinister invasions and co-op and epic boss battles that just don't exist in any other game , dark souls one was probably the best of the series with the co-op invasions and all the covenants you could join let's hope for a remaster… Expand
  22. Mikeb86
    Apr 10, 2017
    10
    Loved souls 1 and 2, think this one is my favourite, faster combat, awesome bosses (lord of cinder, pain in my a@@,), awesome locations, and most of all that amazing sense of reward when you finally beat a boss that has been beating you for hours is still there, only games where my heart has been pounding so many times!! Great game
  23. Sprill
    Jan 23, 2017
    10
    This game is amazing. If you've played any of the other souls games there's no way you couldn't love this one just as much. boss battles are not the hardest but still a fun challenge, the environments have never been better. I've made four different characters and liked playing each one more than the last. I highly recommend this game as its my GOTY for 2016.
  24. Mistwalker_94
    Mar 15, 2017
    10
    If you didn't like the previous games you won't like this one either, but if you're like me and love the souls games then this is worth buying. From software took the best elements of Bloodborne and combined with Dark souls. This game is more like The first Dark souls then the sequal.
  25. cofeoefoe
    Feb 13, 2017
    10
    Pros: Amazing graphics, Immersive experience, Beautifully crafted weapons and armor. Great integrated pvp and pve system, Bosses that won’t let you give up until you slaughter them.

    Cons: Will be VERY difficult for beginners new to the Dark Souls franchise, endgame is PVP, a few bugs and glitches every here and there. Dark souls 3 is hands down FromSofts best creation in the souls    Pros: Amazing graphics, Immersive experience, Beautifully crafted weapons and armor. Great integrated pvp and pve system, Bosses that won’t let you give up until you slaughter them.

    Cons: Will be VERY difficult for beginners new to the Dark Souls franchise, endgame is PVP, a few bugs and glitches every here and there.

    Dark souls 3 is hands down FromSofts best creation in the souls series stretching all the way from 2009’s Demon Souls. So first things first this game is $60 and I think this is a fair price because of all the content that comes with the game and that will be coming for the DLC (Downloadable Content) . As soon as you step into the world of this game you’ll be able to make a character of your choosing such as attributes,what class,starting items, and what you look like. After that the tale begins of the Ashen One's journey to link the flame. You start off very simply until you journey to the next area where all the detail and hard work from the last 2 years has shone into this game. You can see the sun shining through the broken rocks and reflecting off the water. After over 1000 hours of playing this game I still can’t get enough of how beautiful each and every area of this game is. And if people find this game is too difficult they can always play with their friends which has been a traditional feature in all the soul games, or if their feeling evil they can go invade someone else’s world and show them what dark souls really means.

    If you're still not interested I have a lot left to convince you why this game is worth your time. The tutorial of this game in not easy and it’s not meant to be either, the game wants you to keep dying to the boss and the mobs to prepare you for what lies ahead in the world. Unfortunately this makes a lot of players quit the game and make them feel like they’ve been scammed only after they’ve been a few times. This game has so much value that people don’t discover because they just give up. When you do get past the first boss you start to tie into the main plot of the game and why you were chosen to link the first flame. Lotric which is the main city in the game has dungeons and enemies everywhere to make it a challenge. For the game, mechanics are very simple the game has messages lying around telling you what every button does. Now the cherry on the top of the game revolves around the bosses I’m not gonna spoil anything because I want people to experience it for themselves.

    The game also runs very well at a constant 60 frames per second everywhere you go.
    I don’t have much else to say about this game without spoiling it. If you do decide to get this game you should keep going until the very end and try not to summon other players unless it get’s very difficult. Overall if you do keep keep this game in get discouraged because you keep failing you’ll never get the true value of this game which is the shining star.    … Expand
  26. DanBenevenuto
    Aug 16, 2018
    10
    Dark Souls III is as good as Dark Souls one, It brings terrific graphics and soundtracks. Brings back the classic Dark Souls gameplay and environment. The Two lores are linked perfectly. This game finished Dark Souls trilogy with a golden key.
  27. Err0rc0de
    Jun 24, 2018
    10
    Music is really good, difficulty is hard but fair, boss designs are really good, movement is best in the whole series and there are lots of weapons and play-styles and builds you can use. Secret/optional areas and bosses are really good so remember to find them when you play.
  28. Xelanak
    Jun 2, 2018
    10
    I really enjoyed each hours on this game now 750hours and i m still in love!
    This game is not as all new games : easy .
    Its really a game for ream gamer and people who like to think before run as tard in the ennemy.
  29. trendkill87
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    Huge souls fan and this game in my opinion is perfect and I also honestly believe it's not as hard as some people say it is. It has a huge amount of variety of bosses enemies plus a ton of different builds to try. If I had to pick one criticism of the game it's that the first DLC isn't very long and I finished it in 3 hours, but the game is so good it's a forgivable flaw. The new DLC comesHuge souls fan and this game in my opinion is perfect and I also honestly believe it's not as hard as some people say it is. It has a huge amount of variety of bosses enemies plus a ton of different builds to try. If I had to pick one criticism of the game it's that the first DLC isn't very long and I finished it in 3 hours, but the game is so good it's a forgivable flaw. The new DLC comes out at the end if this month and it should hopefully be the end of one of the greatest game series out there.… Expand
  30. bellonman
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    I never thought I would play a game as good as the original Dark Souls again, but with Dark Souls III I am proven wrong. Unlike with Bloodborne, there are memorable bosses and a deep variety of ways to play that keeps the game fresh for multiple play throughs. It's the total package with improvements in graphics and even grander level designs. Dark souls III is my favourite souls game. Period.
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#7 Best PS4 Game of 2016
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#4 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2016
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#14 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2016

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Metascore
89

Generally favorable reviews - based on 69 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 68 out of 69
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 69
  3. Negative: 0 out of 69
  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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