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. nsroehl
    Feb 15, 2019
    9
    Overall great game. Gorgeous world, lots to explore, tough bosses (most of the time), great combat, and I really liked how this tied into the original dark souls through out the story unlike Dark Souls 2. If you played the first two Dark Souls and Demon's Souls you know what you are in store for. Enjoy!!!
  3. WrenOz
    Aug 13, 2016
    9
    Just started playing this last night, already clocked 9 hours, the graphics are stunning, combat is fluid and the music and voice acting IS PHENOMENAL. I love dark souls so much and if this truly is the final dark souls game, itll be a sad day for us all. But bittersweet, because we're sent off with a final stunning entry in this amazing series. Thank you FromSoftware.
  4. kugelblitz527
    Aug 30, 2016
    8
    Pros:
    - lore is expanded on in a way that adds to the universe while filling in questions from previous games.
    - boss design is great, feeling like a mix between DS1 and Bloodborne. Plenty of memorable and challenging fights, as well as a couple poor ones (looking at you, Cursed Rotted Greatwood). -musical score is phenomenal, rivaling the first game. -the hitboxes are some of the most    Pros:
    - lore is expanded on in a way that adds to the universe while filling in questions from previous games.
    - boss design is great, feeling like a mix between DS1 and Bloodborne. Plenty of memorable and challenging fights, as well as a couple poor ones (looking at you, Cursed Rotted Greatwood).
    -musical score is phenomenal, rivaling the first game.
    -the hitboxes are some of the most accurate I've ever seen.

    Cons:
    -camera issues are still pretty apparent. These issues still haven't been addressed since the first game.
    -3 poison swamp areas. I mean, come on.
    -graphics aren't as good as they could be, with Bloodborne looking much sharper.
    -doesn't feel fresh and new. Too much of the game feels recycled from previous entries.
    -you still have to level up at a hub like in DS2 rather than at bonfires like in DS1. I never understood this decision. It feels tedious.

    Overall, this game is definitely worth your time and $60 if you enjoyed Bloodborne and DS1. It's a major improvement from DS2 and seems like it's genuinely trying to build upon what makes the series great.    … Expand
  5. destinyfan1
    Feb 7, 2022
    9
    One of my favorite games ever...
    The level design is top notch , plenty of unique weapons and enemies and a unique art design that really captivates.
    positive + brilliant level design + lots of weapons + lots of classes each being different , atleast from the start + nice art design + beautiful music + best bosses of the series + smooth combat + punishing difficulty but is fair    One of my favorite games ever...
    The level design is top notch , plenty of unique weapons and enemies and a unique art design that really captivates.
    positive

    + brilliant level design
    + lots of weapons
    + lots of classes each being different , atleast from the start
    + nice art design
    + beautiful music
    + best bosses of the series
    + smooth combat
    + punishing difficulty but is fair and addicting
    + fun multiplayer
    negative
    - maby needs some new ideas in mechanics compared to last games.
    - some bad level design in areas.    … Expand
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. IsaacFalls
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    Probably the best souls game ever made next to Bloodborne. Great combat, visuals, level design.
  9. 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
  10. BlakDak666
    Mar 9, 2017
    8
    Dark Souls 3 is very well done game that is a fitting end to the Souls series. It suffers from an identity crisis (as a result of borrowing too much from its own games to add something really new to the formula) but it has some of the best soundtrack scores in gaming history and some of the best bosses made in the series. The atmosphere is always top notch, the challenge is still everDark Souls 3 is very well done game that is a fitting end to the Souls series. It suffers from an identity crisis (as a result of borrowing too much from its own games to add something really new to the formula) but it has some of the best soundtrack scores in gaming history and some of the best bosses made in the series. The atmosphere is always top notch, the challenge is still ever present and it is a treat for long time fans and yet still strong enough to be good for newcomers as well. It still has issues as well: PVP is downplayed, game feels much shorter, graphical/technical issues at launch, fair share of bad bosses and enemy concepts still and trying a bit too much to grasp the power that Bloodborne achieved. Overall, a very good game that deserves a chance to be played and a worthy final "hurrah" emote of the Soul series.… Expand
  11. 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.
  12. 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.
  13. 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.
  14. Leandro5an
    Jun 20, 2020
    9
    Tremendo juego. Súper fluido, tremendos jefes. Me divertí mucho de principio a fin.
  15. CasperWenneke
    Sep 4, 2018
    10
    i literally have over 200 hours on Dark Souls 3. The game is great and have a lot of value. The bosses are not as hard as in Dark Souls 1 and 2, but they are still a challenging, especially for new player. you can finish the game in a 10 house or so or if you aren't very skilled then it could take you 50 or 60 hours maybe. PvP is still good, but the arena mode for the dlc has no rewards soi literally have over 200 hours on Dark Souls 3. The game is great and have a lot of value. The bosses are not as hard as in Dark Souls 1 and 2, but they are still a challenging, especially for new player. you can finish the game in a 10 house or so or if you aren't very skilled then it could take you 50 or 60 hours maybe. PvP is still good, but the arena mode for the dlc has no rewards so don't expect anyone to be there if you want to do that.… Expand
  16. oknsnl
    Jan 29, 2019
    10
    Gameplay : 10 (Best combat mechanics of all time with NioH)
    Bosses : 10 (Best bosses of all time :) Slave Knight Gael was hardest thing I ever fought)
    PvP : 8 (Trollest player base I ever met :))
  17. 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
  18. Rondinelli
    Feb 21, 2022
    9
    Os melhores Bosses da franquia Souls estão em DS3, uma joia para quem busca um bom RPG de ação, com ótimos desafios.
  19. Joshinatir2200
    Jun 23, 2018
    9
    This was my first souls game, and I must say that it was one of the most addicting experiences I've ever had. The areas are stunning, the bosses are absolutely badass, and the combat mechanics are by far the best of the entire series.
  20. FarhadSurd
    May 31, 2019
    10
    A masterpiece
    The main criticism of Dark Souls III is that its world isn't as encapsulating and flexible as past Soulsborne games. Apart from a handful of branches that lead to dead-ends, the path is laid before you in a rather straightforward manner. While the environments aren't lifted straight from past Souls games, they go through the gamut of washed-out castles, temples, forests, and    A masterpiece
    The main criticism of Dark Souls III is that its world isn't as encapsulating and flexible as past Soulsborne games. Apart from a handful of branches that lead to dead-ends, the path is laid before you in a rather straightforward manner. While the environments aren't lifted straight from past Souls games, they go through the gamut of washed-out castles, temples, forests, and sewers in an inoffensive but ordinary way. On a better front, if the sky for the final boss fight isn't an homage to the Berserk manga (I would link a picture, but I don't want to ruin anything), I don't know what is.
    Read    … Expand
  21. LMD
    Nov 26, 2021
    10
    Hands down favourite FromSoftware game. Graphics still hold up, gameplay is addictive and the bosses are awesome.
  22. mythiiix
    Dec 17, 2020
    10
    FromSoftware are masterminds for making this game, Thank You Hidetaka Miyazaki for this masterpiece! a must play for sure!!
  23. Tbass
    Dec 24, 2019
    10
    Phenomenal conclusion to my favorite series of all time! Smooth combat, beautiful graphics, rewarding lore. What else do you need? Beginner beware! CHALLENGING GAME
  24. Svinoed
    Aug 22, 2020
    9
    Мощь. Эпик. Тайны. Трудности. Все тут. Прекрасная игра, но, сука, сложная!!
  25. XxAlbertoBuzzxX
    Jun 2, 2020
    9
    Dark souls III
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  26. Edgard86
    May 22, 2018
    9
    Pros: Jogabilidade ótima, trilha sonora perfeita, bosses épicos, gráfico lindo, ambientação perfeita.
    Contras: Linear e fácil em comparação aos anteriores.
    PSN: Edgard_ _ _5
  27. Napoleon1
    Nov 26, 2018
    10
    its a masterpeaceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!
  28. knuckle
    May 1, 2018
    9
    Sechs Jahre nach Demon's Souls schließt sich der Kreis mit einem weiteren ausgezeichneten Spielerlebnis, das Dark Souls 2 übertrifft. Es gibt natürlich viele Déjà-vus hinsichtlich des reduzierten Storytellings sowie innerhalb der ebenso verfluchten wie verwunschen anmutenden Welt, die man nach den ersten Toden mit Respekt erkundet. Auch dieses Dark Souls 3 bleibt die sarkastischeSechs Jahre nach Demon's Souls schließt sich der Kreis mit einem weiteren ausgezeichneten Spielerlebnis, das Dark Souls 2 übertrifft. Es gibt natürlich viele Déjà-vus hinsichtlich des reduzierten Storytellings sowie innerhalb der ebenso verfluchten wie verwunschen anmutenden Welt, die man nach den ersten Toden mit Respekt erkundet. Auch dieses Dark Souls 3 bleibt die sarkastische Grinsekatze, die mal entspannt schnurrt und lockt, bevor sie plötzlich hysterisch faucht und mit einer Tatze tödlich zuschlägt. Die Welt sieht nicht nur fantastisch aus, ihr Aufbau und die Verknüpfungen sowie Abkürzungen erinnern angenehm an das erste Dark Souls - auch wenn es etwas zu viel Komfort gibt, was Teleports, Reparaturen und Leuchtfeuerdistanzen betrifft. Aber hinzu kommen wichtige frische Impulse: Aus künstlerischer Sicht lässt hier und da der apokalyptische Horror eines Bloodborne grüßen, die erzählerischen Leitmotive Asche, Glut und Feuer sorgen aber für genug eigenständigen Charakter. Dieser dritte Teil ist nicht nur größer, abwechslungsreicher und auch lebendiger designt, was Nichtspielercharaktere betrifft. Er markiert hinsichtlich der situativen Spannung auch einen neuen Höhepunkt: Die Verwandlungen der Kreaturen sorgen für mehr Unberechenbarkeit und vor allem die neuen Kampfmanöver erhöhen die Experimentierfreude mit anderen Waffen sowie den taktischen Anspruch, weil sie auch effektiv von der KI eingesetzt werden - derart dramatische Duelle gegen Ritter und Phantome gab es bisher in keinem Souls. Auch wenn die Bildratenprobleme auf den Konsolen sowie die physikalischen Inkonsequenzen nach all den Jahren ärgerlich sind, inszeniert From Software ein hoch spannendes, unheimlich ansehnliches Abenteuer.… Expand
  29. AlexvaderII
    Sep 16, 2020
    10
    Dark Souls III es el magnifico cierre de la saga y evoluciona en los combates ya que se sienten mas fluidos y cuenta siempre con un gran combate estratégico en el cual tendremos que enfrentar enemigos difíciles pero mas dinámicos que en las entregas anteriores porque se siente que peleas contra alguien con un comportamiento mas variado aquí se mejoro la IA. Desde el inicio hay que ir conDark Souls III es el magnifico cierre de la saga y evoluciona en los combates ya que se sienten mas fluidos y cuenta siempre con un gran combate estratégico en el cual tendremos que enfrentar enemigos difíciles pero mas dinámicos que en las entregas anteriores porque se siente que peleas contra alguien con un comportamiento mas variado aquí se mejoro la IA. Desde el inicio hay que ir con cuidado para no morir aunque si morimos no hay problema este es un juego de probar nuevas maneras de afrontar el reto como en las anteriores entregas.

    La ambientación y diseño de niveles vuelve a ser importante y se corrigieron errores cometidos en la segunda entrega. Hay gran cantidad de enemigos y todos son diferentes y agresivos pero tendremos una gran variedad de escudos para protegernos y armas que podremos mejorar bastante y de diferentes maneras para que las adecuemos según creamos que sea lo mejor para derrotar a tal enemigo. Adicionalmente obtendremos hechizos y piromancias que básicamente lo resumo en magia estos se obtienen de diferentes maneras los mas fáciles son de pago con almas dentro del juego pero serán los mas básicos, al final de cuentas esto hará los combates muy divertidos y variados.

    Algo que hace especial a este juego es que desde que encontremos nuestro primer ítem nos revelara partes de la historia del juego como un gigantesco rompecabezas, ya que la misma se narra atreves de los NPC´s que nos encontremos en el camino las pocas cinematicas y los ítems así que aquí todo es importante.

    En resumen tenemos un juego solido con grandes combates finales, gran historia y ambientación, divertido a mas no poder, y con componentes online que mejoran al original ya que podremos encontrar a nuestros amigos de una manera mas fácil y como siempre podemos ayudar a jugadores que ni siquiera conocemos o podremos estropearle la aventura a otros jugadores invadiéndolos y estropeando su avance, esto se escucha sencillo pero hay unos "PACTOS" que haremos dentro del juego con NPC´s que nos darán recompensas según lo que decidamos hacer o ayudar o eliminar a la persona online.

    Conclucion: Dark Souls III esta a la altura de la primera entrega y es un gran cierre para la saga.    … Expand
  30. XV_
    Apr 4, 2020
    9
    As far as the main quest goes, I had an amazing time, although there aren't like 50 bosses like DS2, the boss battles here are quite memorable. The music is incredible as usual and the faster combat is well welcomed. The story is still kind of cryptic but I think a lot more simpler but its ok, overall I don't think it surpasses the magic and magesticness of the original one but I think isAs far as the main quest goes, I had an amazing time, although there aren't like 50 bosses like DS2, the boss battles here are quite memorable. The music is incredible as usual and the faster combat is well welcomed. The story is still kind of cryptic but I think a lot more simpler but its ok, overall I don't think it surpasses the magic and magesticness of the original one but I think is kind of closer than DS2.… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 69 Critic Reviews

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