Dark Souls III

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  1. 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.
  2. egoBorder
    Feb 20, 2018
    9
    Dark Souls 3 is a game that ranges from epic and impressive to a bit disappointing. Most of the time the experience is positive. But the Souls formula is starting to show its age, and as the series finale DS3 is stymied by the familiarity of many aspects. Writing as a hardcore fan of the series, I found the flaws were not enough to hold the game back, but they are often right upfrontDark Souls 3 is a game that ranges from epic and impressive to a bit disappointing. Most of the time the experience is positive. But the Souls formula is starting to show its age, and as the series finale DS3 is stymied by the familiarity of many aspects. Writing as a hardcore fan of the series, I found the flaws were not enough to hold the game back, but they are often right upfront and center.

    For brevity's sake, I'll list the main factors: the framerate is often deplorable, glitches are occasional and sometimes frustrating. If you've played the other games, you may not like how many things in this game you've seen before. The level design is not the series' peak but sometimes approaches it. But in the end the entire package is well worth the time spent    … Expand
  3. Random_Thoughts
    Jul 18, 2019
    9
    Amazing game but formsoft played it a little safe .. too similar to DS1 & removed some cool editions in DS2 like hexes & power stancing
  4. Svinoed
    Aug 22, 2020
    9
    Мощь. Эпик. Тайны. Трудности. Все тут. Прекрасная игра, но, сука, сложная!!
  5. XxAlbertoBuzzxX
    Jun 2, 2020
    9
    Dark souls III
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  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. 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
  9. MammaSwine
    Jun 4, 2018
    9
    It expands on the genre, perfections gameplay, looks amazing and solves some crucial points on the lore. It surely has some minor problems (gimmick bosses that aren’t that good and other minor things) but it MORE than makes up for it with amazing moments, really enjoyable gameplay and wonderful replayability. It is without question a must have for fans of the saga, and I will say even forIt expands on the genre, perfections gameplay, looks amazing and solves some crucial points on the lore. It surely has some minor problems (gimmick bosses that aren’t that good and other minor things) but it MORE than makes up for it with amazing moments, really enjoyable gameplay and wonderful replayability. It is without question a must have for fans of the saga, and I will say even for newcomers.… Expand
  10. Killua1997
    Jun 13, 2018
    9
    This game has some of the best bosses we've seen in the Souls series to date.

    I couldn't bring myself to give this game a perfect 10/10 because I found some of the areas sort of boring and a drag to go through. Also, I honestly prefer DS I and II's slower gameplay style to the more aggressive style of DS III; I think this aggressive style works in Bloodborne, but a lot of the tension is    This game has some of the best bosses we've seen in the Souls series to date.

    I couldn't bring myself to give this game a perfect 10/10 because I found some of the areas sort of boring and a drag to go through. Also, I honestly prefer DS I and II's slower gameplay style to the more aggressive style of DS III; I think this aggressive style works in Bloodborne, but a lot of the tension is taken away from DS III when I can just roll 15 times away to safety. It wasn't a big irk of mine but I never felt the same sort of tension I did in I and II, where I was running low on stamina and needed to play it safe and conserve my hits.    … Expand
  11. Richard1766
    Jan 31, 2019
    9
    Before writing a review, I want to say that I did not play Dark Souls, Dark Souls II and Demon Souls, but I will definitely pass them. I got into this game through the wonderful Bloodborne.
    Let's start with the design level. I liked him less than in BloodBorne. In BloodBorne, locations are much more connected and felt as a whole, this is especially felt when there you can go half way    Before writing a review, I want to say that I did not play Dark Souls, Dark Souls II and Demon Souls, but I will definitely pass them. I got into this game through the wonderful Bloodborne.
    Let's start with the design level. I liked him less than in BloodBorne. In BloodBorne, locations are much more connected and felt as a whole, this is especially felt when there you can go half way through the game to the very beginning. In dark souls this is much less. The game itself is quite beautiful. Locations are different, beautiful and interesting.
    Bosses. In the original game, bosses are worse than in dlc. Practicing with BloodBorne for From Software is the norm. The design of the bosses is good, the bosses are memorable and interesting.
    Complexity in the game is much higher than in Bloodborne. This is especially reflected in the DLC.
    Gameplay this game is much better than Bloodborne Here you can go through the game as a magician, there is a huge amount of different spells that I haven’t understood yet, I will do this further in the second pass. Also here you can go pyromance, etc. With this variety, the game is fascinating. But for me personally, the game is not as strongly hooked as bloodborne, the music and locations are good here, but worse than in bloodborne, and so can be said about a lot of things. I advise the game to absolutely everyone, it is excellent.    … Expand
  12. GamingLegend_11
    Sep 5, 2020
    9
    This game is phenomenal. The care and effort that went into this game is breathtaking. The difficulty is just right however, some players will find it difficult as there is no hand holding beyond the basic controls. Each enemy is unique with stellar boss fights that get your blood pumping. Each death in this game is a fair death, you just **** up. The visuals might not be the best howeverThis game is phenomenal. The care and effort that went into this game is breathtaking. The difficulty is just right however, some players will find it difficult as there is no hand holding beyond the basic controls. Each enemy is unique with stellar boss fights that get your blood pumping. Each death in this game is a fair death, you just **** up. The visuals might not be the best however the detail put into the game negates all visual complaints. The soundtrack for this game is one of the best I've ever heard right alongside Bloodborne. If you are a gamer who loves challenging games and is willing to stick with a game even if it gets difficult, this game is for you!… Expand
  13. iOS
    Oct 17, 2018
    9
    If Dark Souls 3 truly is the last in the series as we know it, then it’s a worthy send-off. Weapon arts allow stylish and versatile new moves without tarnishing the purity of the combat system. Lothric’s awe-inspiring locations provide visually stunning arenas for rigorous exploration and fierce face-offs with hosts of deadly enemies and even deadlier bosses. While not all the riskyIf Dark Souls 3 truly is the last in the series as we know it, then it’s a worthy send-off. Weapon arts allow stylish and versatile new moves without tarnishing the purity of the combat system. Lothric’s awe-inspiring locations provide visually stunning arenas for rigorous exploration and fierce face-offs with hosts of deadly enemies and even deadlier bosses. While not all the risky changes land as neatly as others, Dark Souls 3 is a powerful journey and the sequel the series truly deserves.… Expand
  14. B0rn2_w1n
    Jun 13, 2020
    9
    One of my favourite games. Not at the level of Bloodborne, but almost as good, pure From Software.

    The DLCs are very solid and a good complement to the game.
  15. Lewonski
    Nov 3, 2018
    9
    Gráficos : 10/10
    Jogabilidade : 8/10
    História : 10/10

    Mais que um jogo, uma obra de arte!!! Foi o responsável por me levar a jogar a franquia souls. Trilha sonora perfeita, chefes bem feitos e detalhados, fases bem trabalhadas. O único quesito que o jogo peca e a jogabilidade, que às vezes trava e demora para responder alguns comandos, mas, em geral um jogo ótimo.
  16. 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.
  17. GreatestHits
    Nov 18, 2018
    9
    If Dark Souls 3 truly is the last in the series as we know it, then it’s a worthy send-off. Weapon arts allow stylish and versatile new moves without tarnishing the purity of the combat system. Lothric’s awe-inspiring locations provide visually stunning arenas for rigorous exploration and fierce face-offs with hosts of deadly enemies and even deadlier bosses. While not all the riskyIf Dark Souls 3 truly is the last in the series as we know it, then it’s a worthy send-off. Weapon arts allow stylish and versatile new moves without tarnishing the purity of the combat system. Lothric’s awe-inspiring locations provide visually stunning arenas for rigorous exploration and fierce face-offs with hosts of deadly enemies and even deadlier bosses. While not all the risky changes land as neatly as others, Dark Souls 3 is a powerful journey and the sequel the series truly deserves.… Expand
  18. Blaxmagister
    Dec 8, 2018
    9
    I really liked this game quite a lot. Bossfights are cool as **** and i don't know if it was cuz i used a Claymore, but i had a rough time against bossess with large health and speed. Still loads of fun and dying!!
  19. Infoabend
    Dec 25, 2018
    9
    Dark Souls 3's incredible world and awe-inspiring weapon arts make it the fiercest installment yet.
  20. Ruzaky
    Aug 6, 2020
    9
    After playing bloodborne for like year straight, putting it down and gettign back to it and finishign it like 8 times, i could not play Dark Souls 3 for long time, because it look like they just made Ds3 out of Bloodborne, faster movement and fights and that undead village as 2nd location really looked like bloodborne place mroe then ds place. But after 2 years i try Dark souls 3 againAfter playing bloodborne for like year straight, putting it down and gettign back to it and finishign it like 8 times, i could not play Dark Souls 3 for long time, because it look like they just made Ds3 out of Bloodborne, faster movement and fights and that undead village as 2nd location really looked like bloodborne place mroe then ds place. But after 2 years i try Dark souls 3 again and finish it for Platinum. Actually really great game and great finish to Dark souls. Dlc also just awesome (pretty much all Fromsoftware dlc is awesome)… Expand
  21. Zeratex
    Feb 11, 2019
    9
    The true game of the year 2016.

    Excellent music with amazing combat and leveling system.
    We can see the influence of this franchise in almost all action adventure combat based games today, its a great game.

    9.5/10 (score for Dark souls 1 and 3)
  22. Kskj37
    Feb 12, 2019
    9
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  23. Anmoldeep
    Jun 28, 2019
    9
    Great game with good gameplay. The only problem is that it feels a bit old because of the graphic, but overall is accetable.
  24. BarelyLewd
    Mar 14, 2019
    9
    A great way for From Software to end a trilogy, this game doe's not upset, it's just as good as the first which is saying something, I'm sad to see Dark Souls shelved for now, but I'm incredibly eager to see what From brings to the table next.
  25. GreenManGaming
    Mar 23, 2019
    9
    If Dark Souls 3 truly is the last in the series as we know it, then it’s a worthy send-off. Weapon arts allow stylish and versatile new moves without tarnishing the purity of the combat system. Lothric’s awe-inspiring locations provide visually stunning arenas for rigorous exploration and fierce face-offs with hosts of deadly enemies and even deadlier bosses. While not all the riskyIf Dark Souls 3 truly is the last in the series as we know it, then it’s a worthy send-off. Weapon arts allow stylish and versatile new moves without tarnishing the purity of the combat system. Lothric’s awe-inspiring locations provide visually stunning arenas for rigorous exploration and fierce face-offs with hosts of deadly enemies and even deadlier bosses. While not all the risky changes land as neatly as others, Dark Souls 3 is a powerful journey and the sequel the series truly deserves.… Expand
  26. ZXSth
    Mar 30, 2019
    9
    To praise Dark Souls as a series seems to be akin to noticing that grass is green. However, the praise isn't undue - this is an absolutely gripping game once you're able to get past the admittedly steep learning curve.

    I played this game after completing the first Dark Souls game, and was nearly alienated from the game by the speedier combat and change in camera angle. And like many    To praise Dark Souls as a series seems to be akin to noticing that grass is green. However, the praise isn't undue - this is an absolutely gripping game once you're able to get past the admittedly steep learning curve.

    I played this game after completing the first Dark Souls game, and was nearly alienated from the game by the speedier combat and change in camera angle. And like many have, I felt an urge to quit. But, as many have discovered before me, pushing past the spikes in difficulty led to a feeling of great accomplishment and an incomparable experience.

    Whereas its predecessors were arguably even less accessible and obtuse, Dark Souls 3 goes back to the basics of the first game, yet improves and streamlines so many features without sacrificing the series' essence. Moreover, the game is still phenomenally difficult, but allows skilled players to potentially succeed on their first try at a boss. And what's more, these bosses are entirely engaging even when they aren't insanely hard to beat. Yet for the masochists among masochists out there, the DLC bosses (especially those from The Ringed City DLC) dial the difficulty up to outrageous levels - from my experience, Darkeater Midir in particular proved to be a near-insurmountable challenge at first.

    The sound design, music, performance and gameplay and just about every detail in this game is fantastic. And while Dark Souls 3 is not for everyone (as the initial barrier to entry can seem quite high due to its difficulty), those who push through will see why this game has amassed such a devoted fanbase. This one is easily my favourite of the 3 Dark Souls games, and I can't help but recommend that anyone who's ever enjoyed fantasy action RPGs give this game a shot.    … Expand
  27. 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
  28. Volsyden
    Oct 27, 2019
    9
    Im telling you, you will have to buy one or more controllers because of this game. this was so cool though i wish there was more but without spoilers this game was just awesome to play, this is a MUST HAVE game
  29. Manzanetti
    Aug 10, 2020
    9
    This is a truly great game. Has the best bosses of the franchise and great gameplay. I don't give it the 10/10 for two reasons: the level design is not as good as DS1 and Bloodborne's, and let's face it, Dark Souls has become an AAA franchise, and as such, I would ask for better graphics than this. The rest is just amazing!
  30. Idin_asadi
    Aug 6, 2019
    9
    One of the best RPG game I've ever played perfect gameplay,designs,story,and memorable boss fights that I will never forget
    Story is that the link of the fire was destroyed and the darkness has come to the world dead people and old lords came out of there graves and we need there blood to link the fire Gameplay is amazing full of challenges different enemies for each map your costemesation    One of the best RPG game I've ever played perfect gameplay,designs,story,and memorable boss fights that I will never forget
    Story is that the link of the fire was destroyed and the darkness has come to the world dead people and old lords came out of there graves and we need there blood to link the fire Gameplay is amazing full of challenges different enemies for each map your costemesation is so important you choose to attack in which way fight as a sorcerer or knights and etc
    Some of the boss fights were so bad but some of them was the best boss fights I ever played such as two Princes Abyess watchers nameless king danser of the boreal valley and etc
    Another hard game from (from software)but it keeps you motivated to play the game
    Dark souls 3 is the best way to end the dark souls series
    Dark souls 3 is a journey in to the darkness that I won't forget soon.    … Expand
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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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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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