Demon's Souls

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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 3618 Ratings

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  1. Volchek
    Nov 26, 2020
    10
    fantastic game, bluepoint has made a great job with preserving the gameplay, i think it's the best souls like ever made even if it's a remake
  2. Gdgamer
    Nov 26, 2020
    1
    Набридли рімейки, ремастери та спінофи, почніть робити нові ігри, Соні.
  3. onfire1229
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    As a soulsborne veteran who has played all of FROM Software's titles multiple times, I can say that Bluepoint did a phenomenal job preserving the original vision of the game while brining it into the modern era. The mechanics are maintained and preserved (with some quality of life improvements that were very much needed) while the visuals and audio are updated in a way that makes the gameAs a soulsborne veteran who has played all of FROM Software's titles multiple times, I can say that Bluepoint did a phenomenal job preserving the original vision of the game while brining it into the modern era. The mechanics are maintained and preserved (with some quality of life improvements that were very much needed) while the visuals and audio are updated in a way that makes the game far more immersive. I highly recommend this for everyone, whether you're a FROM Software fan or are new to the series.… Expand
  4. Denisguitar_br
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    Jogo perfeito!!! Graficos sensacionais e gameplay top, experiencia com o controle dualsense e sem igual
  5. Eissa1996
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    Oh my god just like the ps3 version this one is truly a work of art amazing all around a game that made its own genre the original was already a masterpiece and this is even better a system seller indeed
  6. CAIN
    Nov 25, 2020
    9
    It's hilarious that the first +50 "helpful" reviews are all completely bombing the game. Logically, that means that the haters specifically go through and disproportionally like all the negative reviews lol how truly said. And even with that, the game still has amazing ratings. Should tell you something.
  7. Brimac
    Nov 25, 2020
    5
    Absolutely Phenomenal remake of the original. Having a blast replaying this in all of it’s modern day Next Gen glory. Sony definitely needs to add Bluepoint to their team.
  8. Edrick78
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    Super well crafted remake. One of my best game of all time with superb graphics and sound
  9. Jernity
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    10 hours in and i can safety say this is a AAA game.
    10/10 graphic
    9/10 gameplay
    9/10 story
  10. Deathboii
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    As a big soulsborne fan, I enjoyed this game. People who say it lost the "atmosphere" or isn't same as before are full of bs. I really hate the excuse of "nostalgia" they keep giving. Get over it; you'll never experience a game that you played before as if it was the first time. Anyway, I never played the original, but I've seen gameplay of it. And I wouldn't say I liked it. Same as darkAs a big soulsborne fan, I enjoyed this game. People who say it lost the "atmosphere" or isn't same as before are full of bs. I really hate the excuse of "nostalgia" they keep giving. Get over it; you'll never experience a game that you played before as if it was the first time. Anyway, I never played the original, but I've seen gameplay of it. And I wouldn't say I liked it. Same as dark souls 1, people also kept telling me its the best and most challenging soulsborne game. And when I tried it, it was the worst and easier compared to others. If you're a new soulsborne fan who has never played demon's souls, I recommend it to you. Though a little warning, ⚠️ it reminded me of DS2. Easy bosses but more difficult maps to walkthrough.… Expand
  11. JoseofCatarina
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    I'm giving it a 10 because imo the original Demon's Souls is the greatest game ever made, and I think Bluepoint Games did a decent job with this huge undertaking. I hope everyone struggling with this game, is able to feel the huge sense of accomplishment after beating it, and then play the original.
  12. luigg
    Nov 24, 2020
    8
    No es como la prensa lo quiere hacer ver, sin duda es un buen juego pero no es nada del otro mundo
  13. TalionSwift
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    This remake was great In my opinion. The Graphics are great, and the 60 fps is consistent and just feels very good. The spell effects and Haptics where great together and not gunna lie i wasn't sure how good the Haptics would be but having gone back to games without it just feels off, its amazing in Demons Souls. The games feels in alot of ways like the original and many they were notThis remake was great In my opinion. The Graphics are great, and the 60 fps is consistent and just feels very good. The spell effects and Haptics where great together and not gunna lie i wasn't sure how good the Haptics would be but having gone back to games without it just feels off, its amazing in Demons Souls. The games feels in alot of ways like the original and many they were not lying that the enemies have the same AI even replicating some of the weird things in the original. Now in some small ways they did change some small things that i liked in the original but still they did a bang up job overall.… Expand
  14. MetaMach
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    One of the BEST remakes ever made, if you loved the original, you'll love this one. Must buy, and 2021 GOTY contender.
  15. JJTH
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    De lo mejor para inicio de generación en PS. Fiel al original y un apartado técnico increíble ... buen juego.
  16. FranciscoHaro
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    increíble juego, me hace sentir que de verdad estoy jugando y que estoy aprendiendo a jugar
  17. CEZMARK2
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    One of the best remakes of all time. Bluepoint really did a remarkable job.
  18. Hyper-Dash
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    I've never beaten the original game on the PS3, but today, with so much insights about the Souls formular that I've gained over the years and with the right mindset, I've finally managed to beat it.

    The game hasn't lost its appeal a single bit. There are deceptions and mysteries everywhere you go; nothing is ever quite obvious. This is the beauty of Demon's Souls. The combat is as tight    I've never beaten the original game on the PS3, but today, with so much insights about the Souls formular that I've gained over the years and with the right mindset, I've finally managed to beat it.

    The game hasn't lost its appeal a single bit. There are deceptions and mysteries everywhere you go; nothing is ever quite obvious. This is the beauty of Demon's Souls. The combat is as tight as ever; BluePoint kept all the attack frames the same as the original so veterans will feel right at home.

    With 60fps, haptic feedback, and 3d audio this game has come back to life with new vigor and impressively demonstrates what we can expect for upcoming future titles on the PS5.

    I'm really hoping that FromSoftware will give permission to BluePoint again to remake the original Dark Souls. That's the only Souls game that I've never played, and I can't wait to get my hands on that classic with new technological improvements.    … Expand
  19. Guh_
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    a must-have game for anyone who buys a PS5, a game with a wonderful setting.
  20. aks287
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    This game is a showcase of ps5's power, Bluepoint's talent and Fromsoft's genius.
  21. Johnny-
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    A classic reborn. Undoubtedly one of the best remakes ever created, it stays true to the original while still improving its archaic mechanics and making it more pleasant to play. The visuals are outstanding, Bluepoint Games has very talented artists and cutting edge tech. The best showcase of what early PS5 games should aim for.
  22. JayySunBro
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    This game is an absolute masterpiece everyone should experience at least once. The game is only improved from it's Ps3 predecessor and has many added quality of life features under a beautifully new coat of paint.
  23. Trockel
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Simplesmente um jogo lindo, fluido, animações muito bem feitas e que te passam uma imersão sem precedentes... A mecânica desse jogo te dá uma sensação de realidade fora do comum. O jogo inaugura a nova geração de jogos com maestria, sem falar dos loadings fantasticamente rápidos que te deixam mais imerso no jogo... E jogar com PIP do amigo na tela é muito bom... O PS5 já se pagou com esseSimplesmente um jogo lindo, fluido, animações muito bem feitas e que te passam uma imersão sem precedentes... A mecânica desse jogo te dá uma sensação de realidade fora do comum. O jogo inaugura a nova geração de jogos com maestria, sem falar dos loadings fantasticamente rápidos que te deixam mais imerso no jogo... E jogar com PIP do amigo na tela é muito bom... O PS5 já se pagou com esse jogo, sem dúvidas...… Expand
  24. chuydavid
    Nov 23, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It doesn't worth what I spent on it. $80 Euros, no thanks! It's not that good.… Expand
  25. Themaddoc
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    I waited 30 years to experience gaming like this and to do it with Demon souls is a joy. I feel lucky to have had a PS5 pre-order and Demon Souls pre-order to go with it. After spending 40 hrs so far in the game I can say it’s everything I wanted and more. They stayed true to the original game item placements bosses gear snd all. And if the older players like me wanted to experience theI waited 30 years to experience gaming like this and to do it with Demon souls is a joy. I feel lucky to have had a PS5 pre-order and Demon Souls pre-order to go with it. After spending 40 hrs so far in the game I can say it’s everything I wanted and more. They stayed true to the original game item placements bosses gear snd all. And if the older players like me wanted to experience the original with a touch up there’s different filters including Classic. So it will look as it did on the PS3 but with loading times so quick if you blink you will miss it. In 2008 I remember getting this from Japan as it we couldn’t buy it in the EU then, there was just these odd posts online on forums of this cult unforgiving game. I loved it and got the platinum one thing I didn’t was every time I died looking at the loading screen of a picture of one of the NPC for 60 seconds or more each time. Anyways this is about Bluepoint and I have to say to give this little known studio credits they have done the best remake I’ve seen since 30 plus years of gaming on the NES Windows 95 and through to this new current generation. Everybody goes on about Dark Souks but 85% of the current player base were late to the party. Demon Souls was the Father that birthed the soulsbourn games and it’s more unforgiving more mistakes or deaths. The more you die in human form the harder enemy’s get but more loot they drop. Or play through the game in soul form with 1/3 of the health 2/3 with a ring and when you die the world won’t change for the harder. But there pros to each as both ends of the scale each map will have 2 events tied to that mechanic. So do you have what it takes to take on Dark Souls big brother. Enjoy Bluepoint have outdone themselves and can’t wait to see what this generation has coming and what Bluepoint do next.… Expand
  26. MadMatt_36
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Amazing game.. Bluepoint made a fantastic job with this remake.
    Best PS5 game so far !
  27. Juless
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Amazing game. Only real next gen game on the market right now. Playing on performance mode, PS5, it looks and plays perfectly.

    A perfect remake of a classic that couldn't be any better. The new dual sense controller makes it even better.

    PLAY THIS!
  28. Game_Critical
    Nov 23, 2020
    5
    Demon's Souls is a remake of the classic PS3 game from 2009 made by Bluepoint, not From Software.
    This game is a mixed bag, the graphics are of course great. The use of light and dark gives a good and creepy atmosphere. However they took some liberties and some area's look quite different from the original which is a minus.
    The game runs smooth on performance mode, however it's too bad    Demon's Souls is a remake of the classic PS3 game from 2009 made by Bluepoint, not From Software.
    This game is a mixed bag, the graphics are of course great. The use of light and dark gives a good and creepy atmosphere. However they took some liberties and some area's look quite different from the original which is a minus.

    The game runs smooth on performance mode, however it's too bad they somehow can't make it work with the best graphics. The difference isn't that great so i'd recommend to keep it on performance mode.

    The game plays nice, the combat feels impactful and the different classes are fun to play.
    This comes with a big downside: The AI.

    Demon's Souls is a remake of the original in every sense of the word, which means that the janky AI and unrewarding PvP is still part of the game.
    AI glitches from the original still work and the enemies still get stuck everywhere because of the bad pathing which really throws you off. PvP is still as janky as the original, it rewards exploiting lag and bad mechanics and punishes skillful play.

    Hardcore souls fans will be fine and they'll enjoy it, but for me it was disappointing. This was the perfect chance to elevate the game to a higher level, but Bluepoint/From completely missed this chance.    … Expand
  29. tstempert
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    You mean, our characters will look like real people in a souls game?! Yup! Blue point games made an effort to stick to the intent and atmosphere of the original, and it shows. This is a good introduction to souls for those who have never played one before. In my opinion, to criticize this remake is to criticize the original.

    Very minimal changes. Not to mention, load times are cut    You mean, our characters will look like real people in a souls game?! Yup! Blue point games made an effort to stick to the intent and atmosphere of the original, and it shows. This is a good introduction to souls for those who have never played one before. In my opinion, to criticize this remake is to criticize the original.

    Very minimal changes. Not to mention, load times are cut substantially due to PS5 capabilities. The visuals are beautiful and the 3D audio sounds fantastic.    … Expand
  30. XfighterX
    Nov 22, 2020
    1
    I'll be completely honest, i'm not impressed. As a longtime souls fan i was actually confused why even remake it? Original is perfectly fine, but i was like "fine, i will try it". Even tho it's 60fps, it doesn't feel "extremely smooth". It just doesn't add enough to justify this remake compared to other high quality remakes.
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  1. CD-Action
    Jun 9, 2021
    90
    It’s a perfect remake and I think the only people who might be disappointed with it are… the die-hard FromSoftware fans. You see, the new Demon’s Souls shows clearly how much Miyazaki’s games have evolved throughout the years. The Dark Souls series simply does everything better. The remake looks like a prototype in comparison, while still being way ahead of other developers’ achievements in this genre. [01/2021, p.46]
  2. Forbes
    Mar 29, 2021
    90
    Overall, Demon’s Souls is still the most interesting and varied game in the Souls series. This remake not only looks lovely on the PlayStation 5 but is also a joy to play with all the tweaks and improvements that have been introduced. Now if only people would look past its supposed difficulty and see its carefully crafted intricacy instead.
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  3. WellPlayed
    Feb 10, 2021
    99
    I went in expecting the world out of the Demon’s Souls remake and it delivered me the galaxy. I don’t normally speak this highly of games, but this is the one exception. Absolutely every facet of the original has been enhanced and it has stood the test of time. Bluepoint has done an incredible job at not only reinvigorating an underappreciated gem, but also leveraging the new technologies afforded to them with Sony’s new system. While there are a couple of minor technical blemishes, they don’t take away from how good of an experience this game is and Bluepoint’s diligence as a developer will surely see these kinks ironed out. This game is a system seller.
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