Dark Souls Remastered

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  1. metaboar
    Jul 7, 2018
    10
    I don't understand the hate this game got it is an excellent port that does everything you would expect from a port.
  2. Otari00
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    El origen de la leyenda. Para los jugadores que nos iniciamos en el mundo Souls con Bloodborne un placer de jugarlo remasterizado en ps4. Épicos e inolvidables combates, imprescindible.
  3. Turbodowg
    Jul 31, 2018
    10
    Darksouls remastered on PS4 is a phenomenal game. I have had the pleasure of playing it fresh for the first time as a latecomer to the series.

    I started with Bloodborne when it first released, then Played Dark Souls 3, Dark Souls 2 Scholar of the first sin, Demon Souls and lastly Darksouls Remastered. Darksouls RM took a bit of getting used to since there is no bonfire warping until    Darksouls remastered on PS4 is a phenomenal game. I have had the pleasure of playing it fresh for the first time as a latecomer to the series.

    I started with Bloodborne when it first released, then Played Dark Souls 3, Dark Souls 2 Scholar of the first sin, Demon Souls and lastly Darksouls Remastered.

    Darksouls RM took a bit of getting used to since there is no bonfire warping until much later in the game, at first I found it frustrating until it dawned on me that the entire game was intricately linked in possibly the best game design I’ve ever seen.

    The world of DS1 has always been fascinating, macabre yet beautiful and DS1 clearly set the series standards highly from the offset. DS1 more than ever invites the player to explore and develop an intimate relationship with the game world. As you can’t simply get past an area, save at the bonfire then warp straight back skipping the in-between, you find that familiarity leads to discovery and small details you may not have previously noticed become obvious.

    Graphically the game looks stunning in places (Anor Londo) and utterly terrible in others (Demon Ruins). Which is a shame because the two mentioned areas are worlds apart. Anor Londo looks neat and sharp with breath-taking vistas, giant gothic buildings and a sky straight out of a painting. The Demon Ruins however looks like a really bad ps2 game. Although this didn’t ruin the experience, it did at the time brake the emersion and I found my self hurrying through the ruins to get back to the better part of the game.

    Combat is as perfect as ever, the new 60 fps seemed to make combat flawless which is imperative during some of the more difficult boss fights. Although the combat is more slow and methodical than say Bloodborne or DS3 it still works nicely and I never felt I died because of anything other than my skill level.

    The sound contributes to the ambience of the game well. The game mainly uses sound effects over music when grinding through the levels but it adds to the sense of despair. This clever bit of design makes the player rely on their ears to help progress through the game. Hearing a guttural moan break through the silence in a dungeon gives a hint that something will be lurking ahead. But the game is far from quiet, it’s filled with sound effects that bring the world alive, the clashing of metal as you battle, the thuds of weapons smashing against shields, the sound of cracking bones as you walk on top of the dead in the catacombs keep the player fully immersed. When the sound of music finally breaks through, it is used to perfection. The calming tune played as you rest at a bonfire, the epic boss music signalling the game is really going to ramp up or the haunting symphony played when you meet the Sun Goddess after fighting the series most challenging bosses really creates the feeling of accomplishment as well as a small respite before jumping back into the madness.

    The remaster also comes with the DLC that is complete with 4 more bosses, a number of DLC weapons and spells and a PVP arena. The DLC is as well-crafted and adds more to the DS lore as well as providing some brilliant and unique locations.

    I thoroughly enjoyed DS remaster. It isn’t perfect but is still one of the best games of recent years and should be appreciated for what it achieved and along with Demon Souls shaped the Souls-like genre that has inspired many more similar games.    … Expand
  4. Comander_E
    Aug 28, 2018
    9
    The souls series are one of my favourite series perhaps my most favourite series. I have played DS3 and Bloodborne before this. Sure most people say this is a lazy remaster but it gave people on ps4 and Xbox one to experience one of the best games there is. Though it might do not change too much from the original, it fixed Blighttown's fps problems and changed it to 60 fps (which isThe souls series are one of my favourite series perhaps my most favourite series. I have played DS3 and Bloodborne before this. Sure most people say this is a lazy remaster but it gave people on ps4 and Xbox one to experience one of the best games there is. Though it might do not change too much from the original, it fixed Blighttown's fps problems and changed it to 60 fps (which is important in a game like this). It fixed the lava texture and allowed for 6 multiplayer support and 1080p. It also comes with the DLC. It did change enough, in my opinion, to be totally worth it on ps4 and Xbox one. Not worth it on pc though.… Expand
  5. br_moore
    Jun 24, 2018
    9
    I enjoyed this remaster. Dark Souls is the first game in the souls series that I played, so I was excited to see it being re-released for the current consoles, even if the improvements were minimal. Thankfully, the same game remains, and the minor enhancements are very welcome, which makes it impossible to score this game poorly.
    Dark Souls is a fantastic game, with the first half being    I enjoyed this remaster. Dark Souls is the first game in the souls series that I played, so I was excited to see it being re-released for the current consoles, even if the improvements were minimal. Thankfully, the same game remains, and the minor enhancements are very welcome, which makes it impossible to score this game poorly.
    Dark Souls is a fantastic game, with the first half being potentially one of the best video game experiences of all time. Ridiculously good level design, addicting gameplay, satisfying challenge, and a sense of discovery are all at a serious high. I sometimes stick around the early areas of the game, fighting through the area enemies and bosses over and over just because it's so fun and engrossing.
    The second half takes a noticeable dip in fun and quality, but is still ultimately enjoyable and interesting thanks to the base mechanics and lore.
    This remaster, in my opinion, genuinely upgrades the texture quality quite consistently throughout the whole game. I was legitimately impressed by how much more detailed, clear, and sharp some of the visuals were, especially on the bosses and magic effects. There were also minor tweaks to things such as menu traversal that cut out minor annoyances, and a significant improvement to the framerate, which is rad.
    In the end, I find it hard to be mad at this game. It took an amazing game and made it slightly better with a rather decent buying price.    … Expand
  6. Emdasaal
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    It is one of the best games i ever played and one of the hardest too,what i love. The game is very balanced and is a dream for these who played Dark Souls 3.
  7. rainyday2
    Oct 25, 2020
    9
    The first playthrough is frustratingly cryptic and not in a fun way and some bonfire placements are completely idiotic but beyond that Dark Souls 1 is a fantastic and highly replayable game that everyone should experience at some point
  8. javironcho
    Jun 23, 2018
    10
    Im ok with the remaster, since i had only played the ps3 version this is really an upgrade, aside from way better graphics, the framerate is solid at 60fps in my old ps4, so im quite happy to buy it even if i already had it
  9. Jonny5784
    Jul 5, 2023
    9
    Recently got the platinum trophy on this game and throughly enjoyed the remaster on the ps4 (I played it on the ps5 and it ran very well) I can’t however give it 10/10 as the game is starting to show its age in some areas and there is some extremely annoying parts which I just don’t feel they should have been if the level design was a little better, but these are very minor grapes if I’mRecently got the platinum trophy on this game and throughly enjoyed the remaster on the ps4 (I played it on the ps5 and it ran very well) I can’t however give it 10/10 as the game is starting to show its age in some areas and there is some extremely annoying parts which I just don’t feel they should have been if the level design was a little better, but these are very minor grapes if I’m being honest, I had to finished the game two and a half times in order the get the platinum which was a little unnecessary IMO, but still enjoyed it, I’d highly recommend anyone that enjoys the Fromsoftware soulsbourne games that missed this one on the ps3 to give this remaster a shot, as even in 2023 it stands up reasonably well.… Expand
  10. KayVen17
    Sep 26, 2018
    8
    Deutsche Review - Kritik Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. RegelnDeutsche Review - Kritik Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln verstanden? Dann sind hier meine Punkte. Mein persönlicher Score = 8/100 Mein User Score = 85/10… Expand
  11. puchinho
    Aug 18, 2023
    9
    Necesitaba este juego un remaster? Quizás no...
    No hay mucho que añadir, es un juego histórico que ha sido precedente de una corriente que ha llegado hasta nuestros días y, seguirá así al parecer.
    La organización y distribución del mundo es de lo mejor que ha podido dar el videojuego, el combate todavía a día de hoy es divertidísimo, la historia es muy entretenida, difícil de seguir para    Necesitaba este juego un remaster? Quizás no...
    No hay mucho que añadir, es un juego histórico que ha sido precedente de una corriente que ha llegado hasta nuestros días y, seguirá así al parecer.
    La organización y distribución del mundo es de lo mejor que ha podido dar el videojuego, el combate todavía a día de hoy es divertidísimo, la historia es muy entretenida, difícil de seguir para los nuevos pero dedicándole tiempo se convierte en una maravilla. Es una compra segura.
    Es un juego que ayuda a conocerse a uno mismo por dentro, ayuda a los que se sienten solos o sin salidas en la vida a ver las cosas de otra forma, ayuda a salir de un agujero del que a veces es difícil. No es un juego perfecto pero, ¿qué lo es en esta vida?
    Sólo puedo dar las gracias a la vida por haber podido jugar Dark souls    … Expand
  12. parsymovies
    Jul 2, 2023
    10
    in the souls trilogy my best experience and top 3 of my best games of all time beautiful bosses engaging game play beautiful game
  13. darksoulskorean
    Feb 6, 2022
    10
    Very good game. Beautiful music and maps, amazing bosses and their stories.
  14. goodgriff33
    Jun 17, 2023
    8
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  15. BARAO555
    Aug 15, 2023
    9
    Dark souls nothing more nothing less. the GOAT game that started whole new genre.
  16. Diogenius
    Jun 27, 2023
    9
    Da dies das erste meiner Fromsoft-Games war kann es sein das ich dieses Spiel etwas besser finde als es eigentlich ist, aber es ist mir egal, denn ich liebe dieses Spiel. Das Level Design mit den Abkürzungen ist grossartig, der Schwierigkeitsgrad legendär (auch wenn es nicht so schwer ist wie alle sagen) und die Bosse (vor allem die ersten und der Endboss und natürlich der grossartigeDa dies das erste meiner Fromsoft-Games war kann es sein das ich dieses Spiel etwas besser finde als es eigentlich ist, aber es ist mir egal, denn ich liebe dieses Spiel. Das Level Design mit den Abkürzungen ist grossartig, der Schwierigkeitsgrad legendär (auch wenn es nicht so schwer ist wie alle sagen) und die Bosse (vor allem die ersten und der Endboss und natürlich der grossartige Dlc) aber wahrscheinlich hab ich das selbe Problem wie die meisten die 2. Hälfte nach Anor Londo scheißt etwas rein und über Lost Izalith wollen wir gar nicht reden. Darür ist die Lore die beste in Game History sorry meine Meinung… Expand
  17. amodarksouls
    Jun 30, 2023
    10
    Eu AMO MUITO esse jogo, ele é o melhor jogo que já joguei até agora, o combate é bem feito para a sua época, a construção dos cenários e a sua interligação são incríveis, é uma sensação de imersão espetacular, as músicas são lindas, a história é muito boa, os chefes são incríveis. Uma das melhores experiências que eu já tive com jogos.
  18. Mahan_oltran1
    Jul 11, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece! Great story and level design wonderful lands and a bit of lovely characters!
  19. EmilCinefil
    Jul 19, 2023
    10
    This game is life changing ; throughout is adventure, the player will discover a beautiful world (except the Sewers and Blighttown) and fight incredible bosses. This game is like a lesson, it taught me discipline and to never give up.

    Obviously, now it feels a bit old, even remastered : the gameplay may feel slow and hard, but that's what makes Dark Souls 1 the game it is, and in fact    This game is life changing ; throughout is adventure, the player will discover a beautiful world (except the Sewers and Blighttown) and fight incredible bosses. This game is like a lesson, it taught me discipline and to never give up.

    Obviously, now it feels a bit old, even remastered : the gameplay may feel slow and hard, but that's what makes Dark Souls 1 the game it is, and in fact we could even say that Dark Souls 1 was way ahead of his time.

    10/10, life-changing, a game that should be experienced by every gamer !    … Expand
  20. Orichalcon
    May 28, 2018
    8
    For the people whining. You're not forced to buy the game. Don't like it, don't buy it. I happen to really appreciate this remaster being a PS4 owner. I have long since sold my PS3, and have been wanting to return to Dark Souls again for quite some time, so this release really is great for me. Also, having the Pro allows me to enjoy the game in 4k glory, with the upscale in textures andFor the people whining. You're not forced to buy the game. Don't like it, don't buy it. I happen to really appreciate this remaster being a PS4 owner. I have long since sold my PS3, and have been wanting to return to Dark Souls again for quite some time, so this release really is great for me. Also, having the Pro allows me to enjoy the game in 4k glory, with the upscale in textures and resolution.

    Together with a few QoL upgrades, I'm able to once again fully enjoy this fantastic title, and relive some of my most memorable gaming experiences..... All whilst dying...... A lot.

    For those of you that are newcomers to Dark Souls, enjoy the experience. It's definitely one worth investing in. Ignore the naysayers and "Cash cow" cynics, this game is still very much worth the price tag, if not just for the masterfully crafted gameplay, and atmosphere.

    A solid 8/10. I only took two points off. 1 for not fixing some bugs that should of definitely been fixed from the original, including some horrible new graphical and audio glitches that weren't in the original. The second point reduction for not adding additional trophies for the DLC (which has been included as a whole packaged title. Wouldn't of been hard to add this in, especially for just a remaster).    … Expand
  21. heckz
    May 28, 2018
    10
    **Giving it a 10 to offset the nonsensical 6.1 i am seeing**

    DS ReM is a fantastic game. Let's be real here, if anyone bought this game with the intention of throwing out your PS3 and your original copy then that's just retarded. You bought this game because you support 'From Software' as a developer and you want to be able to play with updated graphics and be on the same console as    **Giving it a 10 to offset the nonsensical 6.1 i am seeing**

    DS ReM is a fantastic game. Let's be real here, if anyone bought this game with the intention of throwing out your PS3 and your original copy then that's just retarded. You bought this game because you support 'From Software' as a developer and you want to be able to play with updated graphics and be on the same console as your friends and be able to talk to them in a party and have access to your current consoles' home screen. That's it. They enhanced multiplayer enough, and they updated the graphics...that's all that's needed. That's what you expected when you purchased it, and they delivered.

    Some peeps are going into the nitty gritty of the graphics and the this and that and this bug wasn't fixed....please bro. It's Dark Souls. You love it...I love it. I'm happy that people who haven't had the time to go back or didn't start on DS are able to play the first one which got us all hooked on this game and its style. This game is absolutely fantastic. If you have an evening to yourself, turn the lights off, grab some beers, turn the volume up, and start a character in the best game ever. Money worth it? Of course.    … Expand
  22. HTGamer
    May 25, 2018
    9
    Dark Souls Remastered is an enhanced port of a great game that defined a whole genre.

    The first Dark Souls game is easily my favorite of the series, even though its technology hasn't the same quality as that of Dark Souls 3 and Bloodborne, but the experience is what matters the most. Dark Souls features a great combat system, a rewarding challenge, many memorable enemies and bosses, an    Dark Souls Remastered is an enhanced port of a great game that defined a whole genre.

    The first Dark Souls game is easily my favorite of the series, even though its technology hasn't the same quality as that of Dark Souls 3 and Bloodborne, but the experience is what matters the most. Dark Souls features a great combat system, a rewarding challenge, many memorable enemies and bosses, an eerie atmosphere coupled with a fitting soundtrack, and an impeccable world design with multiple branches leading to various locales. Here you'll battle one of the most notorious bosses of all time, the duo of Smough and Ornstein. All is good, then. So why are some people lamenting this release?

    FROM Software decided not to invest too much effort in this project, so Dark Souls Remastered has only received a few upgrades thanks to the power of the current gen consoles. Now it renders at 1080p on PS4 and 1800p on PS4 Pro (previously it was 720p), features slightly higher resolution textures, runs at a stable 60 fps (previously it struggled to even keep at 30 fps), the online mode has been expanded supporting up to 6 players at the same time (previously it was limited to 4), but nothing more. There are no greatly enhanced graphics or repositioned enemies like Dark Souls 2's Scholar of the First Sin Edition compared to the original release. But then again, it's a low budget project. If people expected a from-the-ground-up remake like Shadow of the Colossus on PS4, sorry, but I'm afraid you were expecting too much from this remaster. Yes, FROM Software could have done more to enhance this remaster, but even then this game is still a great joy to play.

    Dark Souls Remastered is a great way to experience a classic game, either for the first time or coming back to it again. But people who have played the game to death years ago and have moved on since, they will find nothing here worth to return for.    … Expand
  23. Jasonlove110
    May 26, 2018
    9
    It's maybe my 5th or 6th play through. The game itself is still amazing. The remastered visual looks way better than the original on consoles. It's the best way to jump into this series for new players. However, issues that summon failed still bothers me. If the developers had fixed all the issues, I would have given it a 10.
  24. metooo
    May 25, 2018
    9
    Great remaster. Compared to ds2 remaster, it’s much cleaner. Visuals have a soft inviting look, and the subtle motion blur is really nice. I bought ds2 remastered for $12 so I was a little wary here, but it was $40 well spent. Note that I’ve played all souls borne games EXCEPT this one— so this review is catered toward someone like me looking for a first play through of a beloved series.
  25. SimonD00
    Jun 7, 2018
    10
    I never played the original Dark Souls, which means I'm judging this game purely as a game and not as a remaster. This game is amazing and if you havn't played it you should definitely check it out
  26. GamersGreed
    May 30, 2018
    8
    You Died. Now experience your death a thousand times over in fancy textures and fantastic scenery!
  27. sicilia013
    May 25, 2018
    10
    Do not hear the haters, this game as a remaster is wonderful, I'm enjoying every bit of my new experience on the first DS, if you are new, this is the best way, if you played it before, this is the best way to play it.
  28. Space7Panda
    May 25, 2018
    10
    blighttown + 60 fps
    Dedicated servers
    Better textures
    Solaire in 4K
    blighttown + 60 fps
  29. 4FingerFilms
    May 25, 2018
    10
    LEARN THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN REMASTER AND REMAKE PLEASE. If you expected anything more than smoothed out lighting, frame rate optimization and multiplayer tweaks you're delusional or don't understand what a "remaster" is. It's as simple as that.
  30. spaghetti-cop
    May 29, 2018
    9
    It's dark souls with 60 fps, slightly better textures, improved netcode, and a few other minor tweaks for 40 bucks. People really want to call this a cash grab, but that's just not the case. This is a much better way to play souls than booting up a ps3 and suffering through sub 30 frame rates. Trust me, I booted up my ps3 a few weeks ago in anticipation of the remaster and was reallyIt's dark souls with 60 fps, slightly better textures, improved netcode, and a few other minor tweaks for 40 bucks. People really want to call this a cash grab, but that's just not the case. This is a much better way to play souls than booting up a ps3 and suffering through sub 30 frame rates. Trust me, I booted up my ps3 a few weeks ago in anticipation of the remaster and was really surprised at how poorly the graphics have aged. Don't listen to the people who had ridiculously high expectations, or the angry neck beards who whine about silly pvp exploits not being addressed.… Expand
  31. eded9999
    Sep 19, 2021
    10
    Still a Masterpiece.
    Runs and looks amazing on new consoles, 60fps is a must-have for this games.
  32. MPK92
    Aug 31, 2023
    10
    I first played the original release but this is the most recent one I've played. This was my first Souls experience and thus it is highly memorable. Extremely satisfying to beat. Very interesting world to explore. Exciting and challenging boss fights. Interesting lore. Great enemy designs. Great weapon designs and armor designs. Great atmosphere. Incredible map design. Build variety thatI first played the original release but this is the most recent one I've played. This was my first Souls experience and thus it is highly memorable. Extremely satisfying to beat. Very interesting world to explore. Exciting and challenging boss fights. Interesting lore. Great enemy designs. Great weapon designs and armor designs. Great atmosphere. Incredible map design. Build variety that encourages replays. Legendary game.… Expand
  33. will7302
    Jun 8, 2018
    10
    This game means a lot: not only is the game the pioneer of this genre, but also the foundation of later games such as Bloodborne and Nioh. If you didn't play the original Dark Souls in 2011, then you should definitely play the remastered version of the original, which is a classic in many players' opinion.
  34. at_hansvehof
    May 25, 2018
    9
    As a remaster, this game is wonderful. Maybe you missed darksouls when it was out on the old consoles. Maybe it was too difficult back then, or maybe you didnt have the time to play. Well, now you have the chance to dive in to this beautiful world with great gameplay. If you expected a totally new IP, or Horizon-like graphics, or DS4, then you might be a little bit disappointed, but comeAs a remaster, this game is wonderful. Maybe you missed darksouls when it was out on the old consoles. Maybe it was too difficult back then, or maybe you didnt have the time to play. Well, now you have the chance to dive in to this beautiful world with great gameplay. If you expected a totally new IP, or Horizon-like graphics, or DS4, then you might be a little bit disappointed, but come on... get over it, and don't be such a "punisher" giving low scores.… Expand
  35. sonvoltage
    May 25, 2018
    10
    Ignore the haters. If you love or even just like this game, buy it. Period.
  36. alphaelice
    May 25, 2018
    9
    Gran juego remasterizado, hacia falta una nueva imagen. Entretenido,dificil y audaz . Solo para Hardcores en videojuegos.
  37. rickrojasarg75
    May 30, 2018
    8
    There is no substantial improvement over the original. It is dark souls all over again and I love it. The best game in history for me. You'll always walk alone and find new things to do and interesting challenges to take. The world look more beautiful than ever and you will die as you expected. If you liked original DS or you never tasted its dispair, come along, we have a place for you inThere is no substantial improvement over the original. It is dark souls all over again and I love it. The best game in history for me. You'll always walk alone and find new things to do and interesting challenges to take. The world look more beautiful than ever and you will die as you expected. If you liked original DS or you never tasted its dispair, come along, we have a place for you in Lordran.… Expand
  38. TheGaelic
    May 26, 2018
    8
    Lo recomiendo para los veteranos que buscan jugar on-line y los nuevos o incluso los que no pudieron jugar a el DLC que es de lo mejorcito
  39. njja02
    Jun 17, 2018
    10
    The game isn't flawless, but the games achievements outweigh the blemishes so much that they are but minor gripes. This is definitely the hardest Souls game and the best one, if you don't count Bloodborne. Almost all of the boss' are intense and memorable, every area is intricately designed and challenging, and combat is engaging and fun. One of my all time favorites now.
  40. SvenL1975
    Aug 19, 2018
    10
    I always avoided starting the Dark Souls games because I heard that they were so hard and I get frustrated easily. When this remastered version came I out, I decided to give in and give it a try. The last six weeks I played through all three games, all of the DLC, every optional boss - everything. Then I started Bloodborne and was surprised how bad it was, but that is another story.

    So    I always avoided starting the Dark Souls games because I heard that they were so hard and I get frustrated easily. When this remastered version came I out, I decided to give in and give it a try. The last six weeks I played through all three games, all of the DLC, every optional boss - everything. Then I started Bloodborne and was surprised how bad it was, but that is another story.

    So give the game a try. It's not that hard, it's just not easy. Expect spending a few hours on the Internet, looking up the backstories of some of the character, or get some things explained that are not that clear. You will get one of the greatest gaming experiences of all time.    … Expand
  41. Joshinatir2200
    Jun 23, 2018
    10
    This game was an experience unlike anything I had seen before. Challenging, engaging, and EXTREMELY satisfying!
  42. network_scroll
    Jan 12, 2019
    10
    Время игры: 41 час
    Примечание: пройдена полностью, дополнение Artorias of the Abyss (кроме 2 боссов)
  43. Jschmo6766
    Jun 7, 2018
    10
    Hello? dark souls is the best game of all time which makes this a STRICTLY BETTER BEST GAME OF ALL TIME. if you expected it to be more than improved graphics, improved framerate, improved multiplayer components, then you don't even know what a "remaster" is and have no right judging it b/c it's obviously a masterpiece far above such an ignorant m*&^& as yourself.

    what, you bought    Hello? dark souls is the best game of all time which makes this a STRICTLY BETTER BEST GAME OF ALL TIME. if you expected it to be more than improved graphics, improved framerate, improved multiplayer components, then you don't even know what a "remaster" is and have no right judging it b/c it's obviously a masterpiece far above such an ignorant m*&^& as yourself.

    what, you bought "dark souls remastered" and it feels like the original? REALLY? OMG, BETTER GIVE IT A 0, D*&^#@$. I love how it's most commonly given a low score b/c of its price, as if $20 for the remastered game and $20 more for the remastered DLC is just way too expensive. if $40 for so much excellent content is so much, maybe get a real job instead of playing videogames? you've got bigger problems than getting destroyed by AI in dark souls.

    not being able to tell the difference between this and the original or thinking the original looks better, LOL, I wonder what these ppl think of remastered music. go to the record store and buy the latest remaster of dark side of the moon, no way you can tell the difference if you can't tell that this game looks way better now. oh wait, you couldn't afford it, you can't even afford $40 for the hundreds of hours worth of content that is this dark souls remaster.

    6.1, yeah right, I'm clearly surrounded by re*&^%s. or maybe children are here reviewing this? this game is rated M, if you're not over 17 or your grammar is horrible or you can't spell for s&%^ then you don't belong rating this game, GTFO. b4 submitting a review it should ask IQ questions so that we know that it's only m(*&^s giving this game bad reviews. I'm going to do that actually, my site will be a metacritic clone but reviewers will have to solve logic puzzles after hitting the submit button, you'll be able to sort reviews by intelligence of the reviewer so you won't have to actually read badly worded dumb s*&^ b4 figuring out it's worthless and doesn't have the right to have the same weight as a real review.

    FROM is the only developer I buy their games full price from, if you don't like their games you're just an i*&^% who probably prefers to play farming simulators to their masterpieces. have fun getting high while playing with your non-replayable, boring-a*& "movies" they're passing off as videogames these days and leave the real games like this to actual gamers.    … Expand
  44. redbeggsandsham
    Oct 14, 2020
    10
    It stuns me how good this game is. It's indescribable. This game is so immeasurably perfect that I cannot possibly put it into words, and I can't even attempt to. This game is simply the best (Better than all the rest) and you're a fool to not get this game as soon as it goes on deal, and you're a moron to not play it once you have it.
  45. nowells5
    Dec 28, 2021
    9
    No es el mejor juego de la saga Souls, pero históricamente es el más importante. A este juego debemos agradecerle que luego llegaran joyas como Dark Souls 3, Bloodborne o Sekiro, así como que se creara un nuevo género: el Soulslike. A pesar de su dificultad, es un must para cualquier persona a la que le gusten mínimamente los videojuegos. En cuanto al DLC de Artorias, añade alguna horitaNo es el mejor juego de la saga Souls, pero históricamente es el más importante. A este juego debemos agradecerle que luego llegaran joyas como Dark Souls 3, Bloodborne o Sekiro, así como que se creara un nuevo género: el Soulslike. A pesar de su dificultad, es un must para cualquier persona a la que le gusten mínimamente los videojuegos. En cuanto al DLC de Artorias, añade alguna horita más de juego y un par de jefes bastante duros y entretenidos. Duración aproximada: 50-60 horas… Expand
  46. HeitorCampos
    Mar 13, 2023
    9
    WOW. This is such an amazing game it´s hard to even talk about it. The second half takes a dip, but still, this is one of the best games ever made. Clunky, but it´s not a huge deal since the combat is slow.
  47. oldboy
    Sep 7, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's breathtaking!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! … Expand
  48. Icekyng
    Nov 22, 2018
    9
    Its funny going back to it after playing that, the two others and Bloodbourne. Keeping boss weapons, knowing where to grind souls etc makes such a difference. I loved the pain of it the first time, i completed it first time not actually having an internet connection. 60 times, count em for Ornstein and Smough. Completing the game was a real rush. This time around I got platinum and thatIts funny going back to it after playing that, the two others and Bloodbourne. Keeping boss weapons, knowing where to grind souls etc makes such a difference. I loved the pain of it the first time, i completed it first time not actually having an internet connection. 60 times, count em for Ornstein and Smough. Completing the game was a real rush. This time around I got platinum and that nearly killed me. Graphically not the spectacular jump forwards. but knowing the dragons tail trick, cheat, whatever and knowing to farm rats for humanity etc etc and grinding souls on the wolf made it a great second playthrough. Icekyng.… Expand
  49. drlowdon
    Jan 27, 2021
    9
    Dark Souls has a reputation for being very difficult, and while that is certainly true, it is also a fantastic video game that has essentially inspired a whole new genre.

    This ‘remaster’ is essentially the same game that was released a decade or so ago, and graphical that does show. The intricate design of the game world and fantastic gameplay are undiminished by time however, and with    Dark Souls has a reputation for being very difficult, and while that is certainly true, it is also a fantastic video game that has essentially inspired a whole new genre.

    This ‘remaster’ is essentially the same game that was released a decade or so ago, and graphical that does show. The intricate design of the game world and fantastic gameplay are undiminished by time however, and with frame rate improvements (particularly in Blight Town) and the DLC thrown in this is a great package whether you played the original or not.    … Expand
  50. kennedyx8
    Aug 8, 2018
    10
    My order of experiencing the Souls games was Bloodborne, DS3, and now this. Incredible. I can't believe how much quality game time I've gotten out of this. Can we get Demon's Souls remastered next?
  51. Ghoster
    Sep 27, 2018
    10
    I entered this remaster never played first game before, and already had platinum at Dark Souls 3. No matter that graphics was not really remastered much this game was awesome and challenging experience! really don't know which of 3 Dark Souls games is better. Pure 10!
  52. Rox22
    Dec 10, 2018
    9
    I don't normally review a game twice. But in this case I have to as my experience this time around was allot more different than when I originally played the game when it came out on the 360.

    About 2 years ago I got around to playing Bloodborne, which I was sceptical of as my first outing with Dark Souls had not been that stellar. I fell in love with it and it completely changed how I    I don't normally review a game twice. But in this case I have to as my experience this time around was allot more different than when I originally played the game when it came out on the 360.

    About 2 years ago I got around to playing Bloodborne, which I was sceptical of as my first outing with Dark Souls had not been that stellar. I fell in love with it and it completely changed how I saw these types of games. So when the DS remaster was released, I decided to try it again with my new perspective. Boy, was I glad I did.

    I loved Dark Souls this time around, and now I have a deeper respect for the series.

    I can't say to much as I feel I did already cover allot in my initial review. But now I can say that with time and a fresh perspective, I understand the love/hate this game gets from the community.

    But one thing I will say is now I notice the game is not as polished as I originally though it was. As a remaster it is stunning, but you can also see that it does feel a little sparse at times and the remaster artificial sheen is apparent.

    Overall:
    A great game that I am glad to have given a second chance and finally was able to enjoy it as it was intended.    … Expand
  53. Alaconda
    Jun 27, 2020
    8
    Dark souls is still a damn good game though not much has happened to improve the game through the remaster.
  54. pongkrit03
    Sep 29, 2019
    8
    Finally I have beat it, the ultimate difficulty of the legend, Dark Souls 1. Before this, I had finished so many soullike, (ds2 ds3 bb nioh sekiro surge, even lof .... etc), so I am very experienced in this genre, yet unexpectedly, Dark Souls 1, while it is the oldest, the rumor of its ultimate difficulty still holds true. There are many times I was stunned with the sheer difficulties, andFinally I have beat it, the ultimate difficulty of the legend, Dark Souls 1. Before this, I had finished so many soullike, (ds2 ds3 bb nioh sekiro surge, even lof .... etc), so I am very experienced in this genre, yet unexpectedly, Dark Souls 1, while it is the oldest, the rumor of its ultimate difficulty still holds true. There are many times I was stunned with the sheer difficulties, and were wondering how could old-gen gamers could tolerate with this level of insanity ? even me who considered myself veteran still had hard time. However, harder does not mean better.

    I like level design very much. Level design is creatively hard and also has varities. However, what I don't like is the hidden items and bonfires or shortcuts, most are too well hidden, fortunately you still can read the friendly sign on the floor, otherwise I could not find many of them by my own. Map is also very brilliantly crafted, many area are well connected to each others, nevertheless it also gave me confusing of where to go next. If I had never used guide online, I would never finished the game. Unlike other games that I can mostly find hidden shortcut/bonfire and where to go by my own, this game heavily need guide for first timer. Bosses are kinda lacking of movesets but it is understandable because this game was old. Bosses in DLC area are improved in this aspect, but Bosses in main game are not as challenging as those in modern games but still some of them has good gimmicks and the duo guys still gave me hard time. What I hate is the distance from bonfire to bosses in this game are quite long even with shortcuts and not all bonfire can be teleported (and you can't use teleport until midgame), which made the game become somewhat boring from running. Curse and Toxic punishment are much more severe than other games (to the point I was shocked for first time). Upgrade is much more complexed than other titles, which is fine but some blacksmiths are quite troublesome to go back and forth.

    Graphic is fine, neat. 60 FPS. Online is ok, no problem. I still find pvp in this game charming.

    Overall, I think 8/10 is a fair score for DS1. I quite like the level design but hate that I need to read guide to go through without missing anything important, such as bonfire ... etc. Backtracking in this game is real, you need to know where are you going next to lessen that (basically, need guide).    … Expand
  55. MaxPayneIsGod
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Loved it.
    Not a massive visual upgrade, but it runs far, far smoother than on the PS3.
    Its a masterful game and probably as influential as GTA3 was.
  56. AkaySama
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    First time playing any From game, I never understood the appeal in it, I always liked the story in games and the gameplay came second but this game changed my perspective, it was amazing, I only played offline though, the way the levels were designed, no game could replicate that
  57. robomartion
    Oct 22, 2019
    8
    At times janky and obtuse, Dark Souls is a masterwork in rewarding and challenging game design and games storytelling, set in a haunting, interconnected landscape. An experience you won't forget.
  58. DinoBeam
    Dec 1, 2019
    10
    Incredible depth, satisfying combat, it is like walking through a digital art gallery. A truly fun, adult, satisfying adventure! An absolute must for any lover of the medium.
  59. Kazuma-Kiryu
    Jul 30, 2022
    9
    This isn't necessarily for old players. This port is mostly for the ones who only played Bloodborne and/or Dark Souls 3. At least we don't have to witness the disaster of Blighttown anymore. I'm honestly happy they remastered it cause my PC is not good for gaming and my PS3 is dead.
  60. g8or8de
    Aug 15, 2020
    10
    As someone who didn’t have a PS3 or a PC to run the original Dark Souls, it was a great chance to play DS in its original state at a smooth 60 FPS. For allowing me to finally experience the masterpiece on my PS4 with no bugs, I give it a 10 out of 10.
  61. Gerard51MX
    Aug 1, 2020
    9
    Es dark souls mejorado, eso ya dice mucho. Pero vamos al grano... Recomendable, tanto para aquellos que busque un reto, los que solo quieren divertirse o los que quieren un juego profundo. Dark souls puede ser abordado de muchas maneras, puedes jugarlo si te quieres poner metas y retos, te va a gustar si eres de los que no les importa la historia de un juego y lo único que les importa esEs dark souls mejorado, eso ya dice mucho. Pero vamos al grano... Recomendable, tanto para aquellos que busque un reto, los que solo quieren divertirse o los que quieren un juego profundo. Dark souls puede ser abordado de muchas maneras, puedes jugarlo si te quieres poner metas y retos, te va a gustar si eres de los que no les importa la historia de un juego y lo único que les importa es el Gameplay, y para los que les gusta un juego con una historia buena, dark souls la ofrece. La música es buena y al igual que la historia, te puede gustar si entiendes el juego o puede ser agradable aún si no sabes que está pasando y no entiendes porque suenan esas melodías, por qué si, en este juego hasta la música tiene un significado. La jugabilidad puede parecer tosca pero pronto entiendes que es parte de la experiencia, que no eres un protagonista todo poderoso, no, aquí eres solo un avatar sin nada especial aparentemente y si quieres avanzar tendrás que lidiar con todo tu entorno, dentro y fuera del juego. No puedo decir mucho, es complicado explicar un juego asi, solo juegalo y dale varias oportunidades, si logra engancharte un poco ya no lo soltaras… Expand
  62. Bunkum
    Jun 1, 2018
    9
    Dark Souls is the Dark Souls of Dark Souls

    ...............................
  63. frederik1478
    Apr 8, 2022
    10
    This is the fourth time I have tried to play this game and now it finally clicked i watching Noah Caldwell-Gervais YouTuber video then I finally understand. How good this game is I could say a lot of words but I think we already know how good the Dark Souls games are so let's just say that it took me 4 times before I got it.
  64. DrDjango
    Sep 13, 2019
    10
    just a masterpiece. the graphic is a little bit old looking, but the atmosphere is just outstanding.
  65. Kamikazeshocki
    Jan 21, 2019
    9
    I completed DS on Xbox 360 without the DLC back in the day... so I was enjoyed to experience this masterpiece in 4k60p and finally play that Artorias DLC. Was really nice getting back into the game, though of course...the challenge was gone after four soulsborne games worth of experience :)
    Normally I would give this game itself a 10 but the remastered seems a bit lazy...so only a 9.    I completed DS on Xbox 360 without the DLC back in the day... so I was enjoyed to experience this masterpiece in 4k60p and finally play that Artorias DLC. Was really nice getting back into the game, though of course...the challenge was gone after four soulsborne games worth of experience :)
    Normally I would give this game itself a 10 but the remastered seems a bit lazy...so only a 9.
    Still best way to play it if you never played it.    … Expand
  66. CheekyJester
    Sep 22, 2018
    8
    What is there really to say about this game that hasn't been said already?

    While this game is indeed amazing, and even better on subsequent playthroughs, there is also a lot of **** that seems to be overlooked by diehard fans. Gravelording is one of the most poorly balanced mechanics I've ever had the displeasure of experiencing, and it's just as bad all these years later. Frickity    What is there really to say about this game that hasn't been said already?

    While this game is indeed amazing, and even better on subsequent playthroughs, there is also a lot of **** that seems to be overlooked by diehard fans.

    Gravelording is one of the most poorly balanced mechanics I've ever had the displeasure of experiencing, and it's just as bad all these years later. Frickity frack those Gravelord phantoms in TOTG.    … Expand
  67. ViniciusBrito
    Jun 30, 2018
    9
    The original Dark Souls is one of the greatest games ever made. The giantic universe that they were able to create, is for me a 10/10 easily, but considering that this one is a remaster, i was looking for some big improvment in this game after so many years and it definely happened, a lot of bugs got fixed, one great new element, is the fact that you now can choose how many items you wantThe original Dark Souls is one of the greatest games ever made. The giantic universe that they were able to create, is for me a 10/10 easily, but considering that this one is a remaster, i was looking for some big improvment in this game after so many years and it definely happened, a lot of bugs got fixed, one great new element, is the fact that you now can choose how many items you want to give for a covenant for example, no needed to be there minutes using one by one, neither to give or use items. They now put in the same element that is in dark souls 3 for online signs, using a password for you and your friend can find eachother much easier and faster. The graphics got bosted up, but for real, i though it would have been a little better at the end of the work, the scenario is mainly beautiful but there are some moments that is very noticeable the problems with textures, in some places there is still a lot of shaved graphics in trees and stuff. Even that this is just a remake, i really expected some new stuffs, some new items, new places, even bosses, didn't needed to remake the game but just put in some new stuff and don't sell pretty much the exact same game with some little better things. The Dlc comes in it already, wich they had obligatoriness to do. Some things had better improvment than others, like the magics spells are just gorgeous now, you can see that they put some effort in those. Now we can change the HUD aspects, sizes or even remove it for example. The Pvp stays lagged, the backstabs still the exact same, some people may dislike it, but keeps the same way as was on the original one.… Expand
  68. oknsnl
    Apr 23, 2019
    9
    Gameplay : 9 (Nice combat mechanics)
    Bosses : 9 (Cool bosses)
    PvP : 8 (Trollest player base I ever met :))
  69. gamitech
    May 23, 2021
    10
    This is where it all started. Not my first souls experience, as I've started with DS3, but can't deny the greatness of the first
  70. Professorfett
    Jun 13, 2018
    8
    Dark Souls is back and it is good to be back when the series wasn't just hard to be hard. I never beat Dark Souls before the remastered version, but I should have because I really did have a blast playing this. Now I personally have always played these games co-op because jolly cooperation is my jam. Yes call me a noob, and tell me to get gud. But if you have been weary about the SoulsDark Souls is back and it is good to be back when the series wasn't just hard to be hard. I never beat Dark Souls before the remastered version, but I should have because I really did have a blast playing this. Now I personally have always played these games co-op because jolly cooperation is my jam. Yes call me a noob, and tell me to get gud. But if you have been weary about the Souls series because its reputation get it with friends and conquer the blight together.
    Since this game isn't new I won't dive too deep into the gameplay because we all have an idea of how this game plays. I will say that I adore the boss designs and fights in this game. They seem fair, and have way less **** instakills than the later interations in the series. The co-op has added the password system so you can play with just friends and have a grand ole time fighting Gargoyles, and giant wolves together. The worst part of the game, and my personal hell is PVP invasions. For those who don't know it is basically someone invades your world and will either throw a ton of magic, try and only backstab or if they get hit run towards enemies trying to get me to follow... when I won't. I hate the PVP the best thing the souls series can do to fix it, is not have it be involuntary. If I think I'm good enough to fight others let me, but I suck and I know I suck so having some asshat kill me because I am human isn't going to make me better.
    The game doesn't exactly look amazing it is better looking than the PS3/360 version but that is only because it is on a more powerful machine.
    The games story is there, and I personally love the lore. Unlike traditional games it is sorta hidden to get the entire picture. I will say be careful what you do at the ending because you might not get the ending you want.
    Overall this is my second favorite in the Souls series. While I did play it all cooperative the game felt balance, and fair. It was challenging, but a good challenge that made sense. If you are new to Dark Souls start with this entry because it will be a great opening to the series that the later games just won't give you. I liked everything but the PVP which I know some people love, but I find it just a mess. It is at a discount price of $40 so I definitely say BUY it.    … Expand
  71. AlexvaderII
    Sep 16, 2020
    10
    Dark Souls es uno de los mejores juegos de "TODOS LOS TIEMPOS". Cuenta con un gran combate estratégico en el cual tendremos que enfrentar enemigos difíciles. 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.

    La ambientación y diseño de niveles es de lo mejor que se ha visto en los últimos    Dark Souls es uno de los mejores juegos de "TODOS LOS TIEMPOS". Cuenta con un gran combate estratégico en el cual tendremos que enfrentar enemigos difíciles. 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.

    La ambientación y diseño de niveles es de lo mejor que se ha visto en los últimos años, el juego cuenta con muchas trampas en todo el mapa y esto hará que estemos muy alerta a lo que se avecina siempre. 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 lo hacen mas original ya que podemos ayudar a jugadores que ni siquiera conocemos o podremos quedar de acuerdo con nuestros amigos 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.

    NOTA: No esperes mas y juega a esta obra de arte!!!    … Expand
  72. redeyedwerewolf
    Jun 5, 2018
    9
    From a guy who played it on Ps4 coming from ds3:This is the ideal way to experience dark souls in 2018,better frame rate,textures,aesthetics,BETTER MULTIPLAYER,and overrall a better game than the one released in the past,but beware this is the same exact game in regards to gameplay and areas etc.. than the one for old consoles,In my opinion this game is easier than ds3,most bosses can beFrom a guy who played it on Ps4 coming from ds3:This is the ideal way to experience dark souls in 2018,better frame rate,textures,aesthetics,BETTER MULTIPLAYER,and overrall a better game than the one released in the past,but beware this is the same exact game in regards to gameplay and areas etc.. than the one for old consoles,In my opinion this game is easier than ds3,most bosses can be killed easily with heavy weapons,the enemies dont pose a great threat,Except the wheel skeletons F THEM,and the estus system is better than ds3's.Dark souls is a legendary franchise which started a new genre of games,the added DLC is a plus but i wish the game tells the player how to access the DLC.The best entry point for newcomers is Dark Souls 3.… Expand
  73. rr696
    Jun 7, 2018
    9
    I've played every soulsborne game. Dark Souls is the original and arguably the best. Though it does absolutely nothing as a remaster. The game itself is incredible, and does not show mechanical age so much as graphical and design aging.
  74. Milesschabel
    Jun 7, 2018
    8
    Dark Souls Remastered is a great introduction to Dark Souls but it still isn't as good as the original
  75. Kayem
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    I am playing the first Dark Souls from Bloodborne and Dark Souls III and I really love it, it¨s way better than I expected, the graphics are OK in comparison to days produced today, but it has the best level design I've seen to day. i was afraid of Blighttown after everything I've heard, but Sen's Fortress was even worse (with difficulty). The game runs smooth and maintains 60 FPS almostI am playing the first Dark Souls from Bloodborne and Dark Souls III and I really love it, it¨s way better than I expected, the graphics are OK in comparison to days produced today, but it has the best level design I've seen to day. i was afraid of Blighttown after everything I've heard, but Sen's Fortress was even worse (with difficulty). The game runs smooth and maintains 60 FPS almost all the time. I recommend it to everyone who is a fan of Souls games.… Expand
  76. SplitMind
    Feb 4, 2021
    8
    What's there to say about DS that hasn't already been said? Well for one, it's not quite the masterpiece some would have you believe. Don't get me wrong, it's an amazing game, but comes with some notable flaws. I'm keeping this brief as I don't think I'll be saying anything new.

    The graphics and the game in general hold up impressively well considering this is around a decade old now.    What's there to say about DS that hasn't already been said? Well for one, it's not quite the masterpiece some would have you believe. Don't get me wrong, it's an amazing game, but comes with some notable flaws. I'm keeping this brief as I don't think I'll be saying anything new.

    The graphics and the game in general hold up impressively well considering this is around a decade old now. The remaster gave us a nice 60fps, but not much else. This isn't a huge problem as it's good to experience this as close to the original as possible. The levels in the game provide a nice variety to show off some good graphics. This suffers in the darker areas and some such as the Londos are a bit bland.

    The story of DS is one you can invest nothing in and still have an amazing time, or deep-dive and learn everything if that's your cup of tea too. This comes down to personal taste - if you need a story to motivate you, you're gonna have to work hard here to learn it. However most of us come for the gameplay, so I left satisfied.

    The gameplay is what DS is famous for. Firstly, is it hard? On your first play-through, it actually isn't that hard. You can either 'git gud' or you can actually learn how the game works (these are possibly the same thing). Dark Souls is a tough game on the surface, but with the right tactics, gear, attributes etc. you can make the game a lot easier for yourself and defeat most bosses on your first time.

    This draws out a debate, however. Constantly reading guides and watching tutorial videos on YouTube can become laborious and take away from the magic of exploration and discovery. The idea of DS is that you are supposed to die a lot and learn through trial and error. I found that going in blind and seeking help when stuck was a good way to go. Again, on your first playthrough you can use pretty much whatever tactics and approach you like, however as you learn more about the game you will find that there are much more efficient ways of playing, equipping and developing your character. This is not a bad thing though, as it allows you to approach it on both a hardcore mindset or a more casual mindset. For me I found the chess-like combat incredibly engaging.

    Overall, DS is a game you just have to try for yourself and not give up in the early hours. If you're struggling, look up guides and play the game itself offline. I wish I had played this years ago as this is a seminal piece that I thin everyone needs to either play or appreciate.    … Expand
  77. Sillence
    Nov 10, 2018
    8
    Perhaps if I played this when it first came out my review would have been different, but in 2018, and off the heels of Bloodborne and DS3, the bar has been raised, and this sadly misses it. Truly, God of War is the better alternative this gaming season for those looking for a souls fix.

    Frankly, while it is still a very solid gameplay experience, it doesn't hold up as well against the    Perhaps if I played this when it first came out my review would have been different, but in 2018, and off the heels of Bloodborne and DS3, the bar has been raised, and this sadly misses it. Truly, God of War is the better alternative this gaming season for those looking for a souls fix.

    Frankly, while it is still a very solid gameplay experience, it doesn't hold up as well against the recent installations in the series.

    The first "Souls" game I played was Bloodborne (my favorite still, and my favorite game ever made). DS2, DS3, and Bloodborne were all quite difficult at times, and while there were a few throwaway bosses, most bosses in these games represented quite a challenge, with a few requiring 20+ attempts.

    The main flaw with this game is that its' bosses were too easy. I one shot almost every boss, and I don't think any took me more than 3 attempts. The levels were far more challenging than the bosses, and mostly in frustrating ways.

    The interconnectedness of the world and various environment was exactly what I was expecting and it did not disappoint in this regard. The various equipment was likewise fun to play around with, but the game avoids 10/10 or even 9/10 status nonetheless due to its' flawed difficulty in modern context.    … Expand
  78. Illuvatar9
    Nov 12, 2018
    10
    Hell yeah! Action games at it's finest.
    You want to be always in check? you want to feel the adrenaline? It's your pick. I highly recommend that
  79. Zimblic
    Nov 14, 2018
    8
    While the graphics and changes weren't as great as many were hoping, I am happy about the improvements they did make. The move to dedicated servers for multiplayer and the improved framerates in areas that needed it like Blighttown are both great changes. I was late to the PS3 and PC releases of this game so it was awesome to play with an active community. I had never even seen aWhile the graphics and changes weren't as great as many were hoping, I am happy about the improvements they did make. The move to dedicated servers for multiplayer and the improved framerates in areas that needed it like Blighttown are both great changes. I was late to the PS3 and PC releases of this game so it was awesome to play with an active community. I had never even seen a Gravelord's phantoms before this Remaster.
    It's a beautiful and challenging game that I am glad has been released on next-gen consoles to enjoy.    … Expand
  80. knur
    Oct 9, 2022
    10
    I started playing DS from DS3. I had to get used to slower gameplay but it's definitely worth it - a masterpiece that changed the gaming industry forever.
  81. djape
    Oct 10, 2020
    9
    Really enjoying my first play through. I would say its a must for any Souls fan.
  82. FabioLink
    Jan 15, 2019
    8
    Não tem quase nenhuma diferença da versão original,resumindo foi relançado a um preço abusivo no Brasil.O original sim eu daria 94,mas um remaster sem atrativos não.
  83. Ruzaky
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    Only way to plasy Ds1 on Ps4
    Still one of the best games of generation.
    Some changes to how multiplayer works and some graphical changes (nothign special) calling remastered only because
  84. Goidie02
    Mar 29, 2019
    10
    Worth every penny. Would go through it without ever getting bored. Challenging? Yes. But definitely a must-play experience
  85. LukeTheJedi
    Apr 9, 2019
    8
    I didn't play it on consoles from previous generation, Dark Souls on PS4 was my first contact with this franchise and I'm really impressed. Very fresh and challenging gameplay, great lore and setting. I'm not some hardcore gamer, but I managed to finish it (after lots of hours) and it was a great feeling. I really recommend it. So, now it's time to try Dark Souls II... or maybe Sekiro?
  86. giannis2001
    Jun 11, 2023
    8
    This game is amazing. However, while the game doesn't have any noticeable problems, you can clearly see it's age. Those small bugs and clunky mechanics are the definition of a game of its age. I think a remake is a must for this masterpiece. The world is the best in the souls series by my opinion. It's connected in a way where you can just explore to your hearts content and unlockThis game is amazing. However, while the game doesn't have any noticeable problems, you can clearly see it's age. Those small bugs and clunky mechanics are the definition of a game of its age. I think a remake is a must for this masterpiece. The world is the best in the souls series by my opinion. It's connected in a way where you can just explore to your hearts content and unlock shortcuts that can get you anywhere. You get fast travel later on in the game because the game wants you to taste the interconnected world. The combat is good but definitely not better than the sequels, because although it's slow and methodic, it can get very annoying sometimes based on the build you are. Of course, with a strength poise build, this game is way easier. Poise is a mechanic where you don't get staggered when being hit by enemies, so some enemies with combos give you way less trouble like Gwyn or Artorias. Generally, this game is a masterpiece but I truly would like a remake with fixed hitboxes and combat.… Expand
  87. Milidante
    Sep 25, 2019
    10
    Remaster of one of the best games of history! Don forget that this was the game who changed many things in gaming world and again make developers to bring challenge and joy to their games when the gaming industry goes in wrong way of become easy and playable even if you are 5 years old kid! Thank you miyazaki. Thank you from software team
  88. ardil3sz
    Oct 7, 2019
    9
    Funny enough, I played DSR the last out of the 4 (counting BB) but it's one of the best Souls games. So no complains about the remaster, this is definetely the version you should grab if you don't own the original.
  89. Jknight
    Jun 2, 2019
    10
    My favorite game of all time, remastered. Still fun on 3rd play through.
    From Software makes the best games these days.
  90. Nameless2131
    Apr 27, 2020
    10
    best game ever created
    no game can give u so much joy than dark souls after beating it
  91. dangyosabyss
    Apr 11, 2020
    8
    A brilliant, brutal sprawling epic of a game with an origami-like structure. It does more for RPGs than the current generation of lazy ripoffs (COD, Assassins Creed). It suffers from lacking a few home comforts. The warping should be standard (and is in every game after it). The world feels alive but in more of a way where you are aware that you are close to death almost always. TraversalA brilliant, brutal sprawling epic of a game with an origami-like structure. It does more for RPGs than the current generation of lazy ripoffs (COD, Assassins Creed). It suffers from lacking a few home comforts. The warping should be standard (and is in every game after it). The world feels alive but in more of a way where you are aware that you are close to death almost always. Traversal feels more raid-like because you are always aware that youre vulnerable. This is the classic for many many people and i would be inclined to agree but must acknowledge that jankiness and lack of certain gaming standards will deter many.… Expand
  92. Manzanetti
    Aug 10, 2020
    10
    Didn't play the game back in the day, so this remaster came as a blessing to me. Enjoyed it from beginning to end, best level design I've seen in a game. Pure magic.
  93. TheHound1
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    A remaster of what is in my opinion the greatest game of all time, absolutely zero complaints here.
  94. FuriousAegon
    Apr 19, 2022
    8
    Dark Souls is a good game, but comparing with other soulsborne games is not that good.
    -Gameplay : Classical FromSoftware gameplay formula, but narrative does better experience, because you have a particular goals like ring the bells, or obtain lord souls.But there’s a lot of trash locations like New Londo Ruins, Sens Fortress, Tomb of the Giants, Lost Izalith, Blighttown and Sewers.But    Dark Souls is a good game, but comparing with other soulsborne games is not that good.
    -Gameplay : Classical FromSoftware gameplay formula, but narrative does better experience, because you have a particular goals like ring the bells, or obtain lord souls.But there’s a lot of trash locations like New Londo Ruins, Sens Fortress, Tomb of the Giants, Lost Izalith, Blighttown and Sewers.But comparing with the amount of trash locations in Dark Souls 2, the picture becomes better.But there a really good locations like Anor Londo, Undead Settlement, Painted World of Aramis, Oolacile, Firelink Shrine and more.Also I gotta admit there a bunch of interesting and challenging bosses - Knight Artorias, Ornstein and Smough, Black Dragon Kalameet, Manus Father of the Abyss, Sit the Scaleless, Gwyn, Great Wolf Sif.These bosses are really memorable, and also provide unique experience to the player.But there’s a few trash bosses too like - Pinwheel, Stray Demons ( all variations except tutorial one), Ceaseless Discharge, Centipede Demon, Iron Golem, Moonlight Butterfly and of corse the one and only king of small toilets with dogs - Capra Demon.But hear me out these bosses weren’t that trash, because this game has THE WORST BOSS IVE EVER FOUGHT - Bed of Chaos.Everyone who have ever played this game struggled on this piece of junk, and how stupid this fight is.And I hope FromSoft would never produce such **** won’t right?-Micolash,Folding Screen Monkeys, Lud & Zallen, but these are better than Bed of chaos.
    -The story.In this game you’ll have to link the fire for the first time since Gwyn did it, or you can abandon it for fading.Again if you want to hear full story you’ll have to watch lots of lore videos on Vaadis channel, and others ( except Sekiro ).
    -Soundtrack is decent but there very few memorable tracks from whole soundtrack - Knoght Artorias, Ornstein and Smough, Great Wolf Sif, Gwyn, Firelink Shrine, A Moments Peace, Nameless Song.
    -DLC of this game is one the best DLCs FromSoftware ever produce alongside with Bloodborne The Old Hunters & Dark Souls 3 Ringed City.Locations and bosses are very interesting and far harder than main game, and all the bosses from DLC are either Great and challenging or just challenging.
    -Dark Souls Remastered is my fifth favorite FromSoftware game, it has a lot good elements and provides fascinating and challenging world to explore.
    7.5/10    … Expand
  95. MayorMyers
    Sep 13, 2019
    9
    This game was very well organized, and well put together, but you shouldn't come into this game with the knowledge its going to be easy. I don't mean that as a bad thing because the game is supposed to to be hard. That push of being careful and often strategic is very healthy for a game like this.
    The Graphics boost from the original is OK. It definitely looks better, but I feel like they    This game was very well organized, and well put together, but you shouldn't come into this game with the knowledge its going to be easy. I don't mean that as a bad thing because the game is supposed to to be hard. That push of being careful and often strategic is very healthy for a game like this.
    The Graphics boost from the original is OK. It definitely looks better, but I feel like they could of done better.
    I think you should buy dark souls remastered its an enjoyable game, but I wouldn't blame you if you got the original instead.    … Expand
  96. Paladean
    Oct 22, 2019
    10
    Simply a masterpiece. From the first to the last our, this game will give you more, than one expierince!
  97. James_62
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    This is my favourite game of all time and I have been playing the series since I was 10 years old, starting with the original on the Xbox 360. Being able to replay it years after selling my Xbox was a magical experience. It was just as phenomenal and utterly incredible as I'd remembered it. Easily the best game ever to be released and I doubt there will be a better game ever; Dark Souls VIThis is my favourite game of all time and I have been playing the series since I was 10 years old, starting with the original on the Xbox 360. Being able to replay it years after selling my Xbox was a magical experience. It was just as phenomenal and utterly incredible as I'd remembered it. Easily the best game ever to be released and I doubt there will be a better game ever; Dark Souls VI could be the only conteder… Expand
  98. Cloudy83
    Jan 5, 2021
    10
    Obra maestra , uno de los mejores juegos de la historia, no hagan caso a las notas de usuarios ni a las de la prensa, compruebenlo ustedes mismos, gran combate, gran banda sonora y magistral diseño de niveles.
  99. Astulfo
    Apr 16, 2020
    10
    È stata un ottima idea creare una remastered di questo capolavoro. Questo gioco è quasi perfetto giocabile tranquillamente anche ai giorni nostri
  100. DespairZz
    Dec 3, 2019
    9
    Great game! Wonderful world and brilliant fought system make this game one of must have game for any player who want to play and enjoy gameplay process. One of that game what make game industry move forward to progress!
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 53 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 48 out of 53
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 53
  3. Negative: 0 out of 53
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Dec 31, 2018
    60
    Rather than a remaster, it's a port. It will entertain mainly rock fans who want to have a complete collection on a new console or complete Souls novices. [Issue#287]
  2. Worth Playing
    Sep 26, 2018
    85
    Dark Souls Remastered doesn't make any dramatic changes to its original release several years ago. The struggle to progress is constant, but just as every moment could be another death, it could also be a moment of great triumph and self-accomplishment. Playing at 60fps makes me wonder how I ever managed to play at half of that rate several years ago. It's a beautiful remaster, even if it isn't a complete overhaul. It's a great entry for newcomers or a great walk down memory lane for fans of its original release.
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  3. Gamers Heroes
    Aug 26, 2018
    80
    Dark Souls Remastered has aged well, despite the progress of its successors. Newcomers might fight it abrasive, but it is still worth a pickup for old fans and new alike. Here’s to a release of Demon’s Souls Remastered.
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