Dark Souls Remastered

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 1603 Ratings

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  1. Raziel72
    Aug 7, 2022
    10
    Очень красивая игра! Очень много оружия и брони! Просто великолепно проложенный мир. Прошел 2 раза, т.к. при первом прохождении упустил DLC, не повторяйте моих ошибок)) посмотрите как его не пропустить)
  2. Reydriar
    Nov 12, 2022
    10
    This game has some jankiness like 4 dodge roll directions while locked on etc but easily has the best world out of all games considering all the short cuts and level transitions.
  3. WowzifXD
    Apr 5, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Para empezar esto resulta ser mas un port y no un remastered, no hay muchos cambios fuera de la optimizacion y mejor resolución, y aunque sean pocos cambios se agradece poder jugar el juego sin caídas de fps a diferencia de la versión original, ahora si voy a dar mi opinión del juego como tal. Dark souls al igual que los demás souls, siguen la fórmula vista en demon souls. Pero este logró perfeccionar aquellas cosas que demon souls no hizo tan bien como su diseño de nivel ahora con un mapa vertical muy bien interconectado que nos permite alternar diferentes rutas y atajos para llegar a nuestro objetivo, otorgando una sensación de exploración que pocos juegos consiguen, el lore como es costumbre busca ser lo más confuso y complejo posible para que el jugador tenga que arreglárselas para averiguar el trasfondo del juego con la poca información que tenemos, los controles pueden sentirse algo anticuados a día de hoy al parecer más lentos que muchos otros juegos más actuales. Sin embargo el diseño de combate que tiene este juego es único. Hay una gran cantidad de armamento y objetos que podremos utilizar para superar los desafíos que nos ofrece el juego, dando una gran libertad al jugador para poder jugar a la manera que más vea conveniente, la ambientación es decadente y melancólica, en todo el juego no habra ningun sonido de fondo a excepción de momentos puntuales como bossfights, y solo escucharemos nuestras pisadas haciendo que se sienta una gran soledad y tristeza en la mayor parte de nuestra aventura, tambien habrán npc's que se cruzaran en nuestra aventura y dependiendo de nuestras acciones esto puede afectar el final de estos. Y ahora voy a hablar del aspecto que más se ha criticado del juego y ese sería su segunda mitad. Después de derrotar a orstein y smough y hablar con gwynevere, la princesa de la luz solar y una de las hijas de gwyn, nos entregara la vasija del señor, con la que podemos teletransportarnos entre hogueras, y ahora finalmente podemos enfrentarnos a los grandes señores de los que tanto nos hablaban, sin embargo el recorrido hacia ellos en la mayoría de casos resulta ser tedioso y la gran calidad en la que sobresalió la primera mitad aquí ya no esta. Con zonas como izalith perdida que reciclan muchos jefes anteriores y ahora los hacen como enemigos normales demuestra que se quedaron sin tiempo para sacar el juego. Y ni hablar de la tumba de los gigantes que en pocas palabras es tediosa y aburrida, ya que sin algunos objetos no seremos capaces de ver absolutamente nada. Y me parece algo triste para un gran juego como este, sin embargo la segunda mitad personalmente no me parece tan mala ya que también hay zonas bastante decentes como los archivos del duque y las ruinas de nuevo londo. Lo bueno es que tiempo después sacaron un dlc que nos hablaba más a fondo de otros personajes que no pudimos conocer en persona en el juego base, como por ejemplo artorias, ya que habíamos escuchado sobre su leyenda y ahora finalmente nos enfrentamos a él. Despues de derrotar a los señores y colocar sus almas en la vasija finalmente llegaremos al lugar mas importante del juego, y ese es el horno de la primera llama, y despues de cruzar un camino con caballeros negros muy peligrosos llegaremos finalmente al jefe final. A diferencia de otros juegos en donde esperariamos a un jefe final epico aqui solo quedan cenizas de lo que una vez fue gwyn el señor de la luz solar, el combate simplemente es triste y la banda sonora con esa melodia tan melancólica es muy conmovedora, y despues de derrotarlo tendremos la opción de sacrificarnos como combustible para extender una vez mas la edad del fuego en donde solo retrasamos la llegada de algo inevitable, o gobernar como el señor de una nueva era de oscuridad. Despues de poner a parir a dark souls mi conclusión final es que es una obra maestra que recomiendo a todo el mundo, y aunque ya tenga muchos años desde que salio en 2011 sigue siendo una experiencia inolvidable la cual se debería dar una oportunidad, y definitivamente dark souls es el dark souls de los videojuegos.… Expand
  4. crazyfrooggrazy
    Oct 31, 2022
    10
    Dark souls remastered is my opinion the best game in the series it has the most iconic endboss the best Soundtracks and this game is a must play
  5. Gia0
    Jan 31, 2023
    10
    Dark Souls è storia del videogioco. Ha dato inizio a un nuovo modo per vedere un'opera videoludica. Non che prima di esso non esistessero capolavori videoludici, ma è comunque una rivoluzione di qualche tipo. Mi fa strano vederlo così basso di rating. Vabbè chissene frega tanto i voti ai videogiochi sono una cosa vacua e infantile. 10.
  6. Joe2539
    Jan 2, 2023
    10
    Very Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good
  7. Andreus_Tatus
    Feb 2, 2023
    10
    I'll keep it short and simple. This was a great way of experiencing one of my all time favorite games all over again.
  8. AnderzinhoLoko
    Feb 12, 2023
    10
    Jogo Incrível, Parabéns ao Gênio Miyazaki, Sem Dúvidas a Melhor Franquia de Todos os Tempos.
  9. AdoMobA
    Mar 16, 2023
    10
    Pros
    - slower paced combat that feels amazing to master
    - the best level design in gaming with a world that turns back on itself in a way that actually makes sense - some of the most iconic bosses the series ever had - some of the best environmental storytelling ever Cons - the lack of omnidirectional rolling is sad for a remaster - the dreaded Demon Ruins/Lost Izalith como still    Pros
    - slower paced combat that feels amazing to master
    - the best level design in gaming with a world that turns back on itself in a way that actually makes sense
    - some of the most iconic bosses the series ever had
    - some of the best environmental storytelling ever

    Cons
    - the lack of omnidirectional rolling is sad for a remaster
    - the dreaded Demon Ruins/Lost Izalith como still feels unfinished on every playthrough

    The original Dark Souls has become an iconic entry for the series and for a good reason. The game oozes its own personality and presents you with what it is right off the bat. It has no issue punishing your bad decisions.

    More than any other entry, the combat puzzle in this game is slow and methodical, rewarding careful shield blocks and taking opportunities only when allowed by the enemy. Not getting greedy is beyond important in this game.

    When it comes to its world, no other game does level design like the original Dark Souls. Not even other Fromsoft games have ever recaptured the greatness that is this world. How a game released in 2011 still has yet to find an equal to this day is baffling to me.

    What also helps is the attention to detail when it comes to environmental storytelling. The missing statue in Anor Londo, Havels gear alongside the occult club and the armor of Iron Tarkus beneath the rafters. The world makes so much sense it is haunting.

    The one thing I wish was added with the remaster is omnidirectional rolling. I luckily played this as my first entry into the Souls franchise but I can see people coming back to this game from Dark Souls 2 and 3 and finding it super clunky thanks to it lacking this mechanic.

    Overall, Dark Souls is one of the best games ever made, from top to bottom just fantastic. I am not a person to replay games often, but I have 12 playthroughs of this game behind me and I know I will go for number 13 when a fancy for a new build strikes me. What a great start to a franchise.    … Expand
  10. Yellsirskii
    May 14, 2023
    10
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  11. Nevbear1206
    Apr 9, 2023
    10
    One of the most important video games of all time, Dark Souls remains the brutal, genre-inventing classic with refined visuals and perfectly smooth gameplay. A true stroke of RPG mastery.
  12. azba
    Jun 9, 2023
    10
    Easy 10/10 for me. Hands down one of the best games I ever played. Incredible atmosphere, very precise and satisfying combat. Great weapon and armor variety. Lots of it.
  13. Dercoolejostin
    Jun 9, 2023
    10
    As a remaster of the best game ever this is a easy 10/10
    Super fun fights Huge amount of possible builds
    Insane boss designs And probably the best world Design i have ever seen in a game
  14. malek_the_first
    Aug 29, 2023
    10
    the 60 fps make this game more accessible than before and the graphics upgrade are also a good point
  15. 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.
  16. Mahan_oltran1
    Jul 11, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece! Great story and level design wonderful lands and a bit of lovely characters!
  17. 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
  18. 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
  19. asonk1ng
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    I had grown tired of video games for quite some time until I stumbled upon this particular game, reigniting my passion for gaming. I played through all the titles in chronological order, with the exception of DS2, which I had played before DS1. I even went as far as renting a PS5 to play Demon's Souls and Bloodborne. Despite enjoying all of these fantastic games, I find myself consistentlyI had grown tired of video games for quite some time until I stumbled upon this particular game, reigniting my passion for gaming. I played through all the titles in chronological order, with the exception of DS2, which I had played before DS1. I even went as far as renting a PS5 to play Demon's Souls and Bloodborne. Despite enjoying all of these fantastic games, I find myself consistently crawling my juicy ass back to this one. Its lore, simplicity, and freedom are all profoundly captivating. It's an absolutely astounding game, with the only drawback being its occasional clunkiness, which I don't care for since the game is just that good.… Expand
  20. oldboy
    Sep 7, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's breathtaking!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! … Expand
  21. 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
  22. 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
  23. 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
  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. 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.
  26. 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
  27. 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
  28. 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
  29. Bunkum
    Jun 1, 2018
    9
    Dark Souls is the Dark Souls of Dark Souls

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  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
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Metascore
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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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