Demon's Souls

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  1. Valkillmore
    May 30, 2021
    9
    As of writing this review Demon's Souls in the only truly next gen looking game, Bluepoint absolutely knocked it out of the park with the graphics in this **** That said it is by no means a "Perfect" remake it has its issues with losing some of the originally intended Tone and Feel of some zones (Specifically The Valley of Defilement) but man this is one of the greatest attempts i've everAs of writing this review Demon's Souls in the only truly next gen looking game, Bluepoint absolutely knocked it out of the park with the graphics in this **** That said it is by no means a "Perfect" remake it has its issues with losing some of the originally intended Tone and Feel of some zones (Specifically The Valley of Defilement) but man this is one of the greatest attempts i've ever seen at a remake and i wouldn't want anyone other than Bluepoint, truly masters in their craft at this point.… Expand
  2. SprigganXIII
    Nov 17, 2020
    9
    @ ALL GAME DEVS OUT THERE! This is how you do a Remake/Reforge/Reboot or whatever else you want to call it!
    After all the resent sloppy/horrible remakes of late I had no hope for Demon's Souls, glad Bluepoint showed the industry that remakes can be done right!
    Souls... you either love them or hate them.
  3. Papas_Fritas
    Aug 17, 2021
    9
    Probably the easiest Souls-Bourne game. Graphically it's an absolute masterpiece and if you want to get your feet wet in this series this is best place to start in my opinion.
  4. CFMCritic
    May 16, 2021
    9
    Blupoint succeeded at remaking this classic fromsoftware game and improving it for the new audiences. Demon's Souls Remake is a worthy PS5 title, it might not be as modern amd complex as the latest fromsoftware titles but it still does a great job.
  5. Darkula666
    Jan 7, 2021
    9
    Absolutely amazing game. My first souls game. It’s hard, ver hard.

    The better you get and as you progress the game gets better and better. I wish I got this on launch date. The graphics are gorgeous, and I am Playing on 60 FPS which is even nicer. Loading times are 4 seconds max, which matters a lot in a game Like this. Honestly even if you are new to Souls games ( like me) give it a    Absolutely amazing game. My first souls game. It’s hard, ver hard.

    The better you get and as you progress the game gets better and better.

    I wish I got this on launch date.

    The graphics are gorgeous, and I am
    Playing on 60 FPS which is even nicer. Loading times are 4 seconds max, which matters a lot in a game
    Like this. Honestly even if you are new to Souls games ( like me) give it a try.

    Once I finish; I will get bloodborne and dark souls remake    … Expand
  6. Xavion
    Nov 13, 2020
    9
    I am not sure what else to say other than this game is absolutely beautiful and smooth to play.

    As a massive souls fan I cannot recommend this game enough, the environments and atmosphere are amazing. The combat feels good and build diversity is high My only knock on the game is item weight, I really feel this one thing is just a bad design, I did not play the original but I saw    I am not sure what else to say other than this game is absolutely beautiful and smooth to play.

    As a massive souls fan I cannot recommend this game enough, the environments and atmosphere are amazing. The combat feels good and build diversity is high

    My only knock on the game is item weight, I really feel this one thing is just a bad design, I did not play the original but I saw others voice their displeasure over keeping it as well

    If you are a fan of the soulsborne series then I highly recommend you give this game a playthrough, with the active online community its going to be a blast    … Expand
  7. Dom007
    Mar 28, 2021
    9
    The graphics are downright amazing and there are overall improvements on the original game with it being overall more cinematic, some boss fight improvements and making the weaker areas/ environments better than what they once where. The combat has only improved with better actions and more fluid combat and this makes it more enjoyable to play than the original which has some outdatedThe graphics are downright amazing and there are overall improvements on the original game with it being overall more cinematic, some boss fight improvements and making the weaker areas/ environments better than what they once where. The combat has only improved with better actions and more fluid combat and this makes it more enjoyable to play than the original which has some outdated mechanics. My only issue with the remake is the fact it has lost some of its charm it once had. The soundtrack whilst impressive as a score is not very memorable or fitting since all the tracks are mostly orchestral. The original had such good variety in its music and some of the boss soundtracks are totally inferior in the remake. As a result I can't really memorise the music in this game. On the other side of things some places have lost the atmosphere they once had. Not sure if it's the modern graphics or the redesign but this also takes away some of the charm. Overall however it was overall a solid game.… Expand
  8. Lyanmatta12
    Nov 13, 2020
    9
    Ya termine el juego y me parece bastante realista a cuanto a su juego original y bastante leal hay algunos jefes que se sienten distinto a lo que eran en su anterior entrega
  9. Abovewater
    Nov 13, 2020
    9
    Among a sea of fanboys on both sides, this review is the safe haven you are looking for. So hello my friend, stay awhile and listen.

    Scrolling through the abyss of reviews on here, my eyes were being assaulted by demons. I looked to the left and see "SoNy SuCks, 0 out of 10" I then looked to my right and saw "SoNy iS ThE BeSt 10 out of 10". It was at this moment I realized I must    Among a sea of fanboys on both sides, this review is the safe haven you are looking for. So hello my friend, stay awhile and listen.

    Scrolling through the abyss of reviews on here, my eyes were being assaulted by demons. I looked to the left and see "SoNy SuCks, 0 out of 10" I then looked to my right and saw "SoNy iS ThE BeSt 10 out of 10". It was at this moment I realized I must undertake a quest and purge the Metacritic of these Demons.

    I see the Old one, the greatest demon of all, his fog has now reached the gates of our real world and is affecting poor souls in this world. Remember, a hunter is a hunter, even in a dream.

    Let us purge the dross away and begin with The Good.

    Visuals. Demon's Souls for PS5 is an absolute visual feast. The attention to detail is simply breathtaking. Every brick has character and life in it. The fire affects are the most realistic fire effects I have ever seen in a game. The actual character models look like real people and not horrid creatures. One example of great detail is dragon fire breath hitting a wall and starting a banner on fire, and you can watch the banner slowly burning away on the wall until it disappears. And that's just in the background, it wasn't pointed out to the player specifically by the game. It is something a lot of people could miss, but they put that kind of detail and effort into it anyway. The environments look stunning and make you believe this place really exists and truly pulls you into the world.

    The sounds, especially the 3d audio are just as good, if not better than the visuals. The sound effects are absolutely amazing. You can hear the bone crunching on deep hits such as backstabs and ripostes. The audio sounds very crisp and clean. Audio really hasn't sounded next gen until now, just a layer of depth that brings everything to life.

    The controls. The haptic feedback and rumble are great features. Every hit you can feel. But it's the depth of it that is amazing. Hitting a wall with your sword feels a lot more different than hitting metal armor, which again feels different from hitting flesh. You can even feel it when you are running on sand, the controller rumble gives a subtle feeling of running on sand (hard to believe and describe but its there). When enemies are about to throw fire at you, you can feel the rumbling of fire permeating through the controller. Actual controls are very responsive and intuitive as well.

    Performance. Playing this game in performance mode is silky smooth. This game runs at a locked 60 fps, with only very tiny occasional drops to the framerate which rarely ever happen and aren't very noticeable. This game feels like playing butter, if butter was a game in which one could experience. But very smooth gameplay and responsive gameplay.

    Okay now on to the bad. There are a couple things in which I want to address. I personally do not like how some of the menus, text and hud look. It's a personal opinion but I feel it is very generic and doesn't have much "soul". It especially stands out cause the rest of the game looks phenomenal. Some of the voice acting is a little bland. Especially compared to the original. Even when some of the original people were brought back to voice act, some of the iconic lines don't have the same feeling to them anymore. The other thing I want to address is having exclusive content locked behind buying a pre-ordered deluxe addition. One of the weapons especially received is extremely OP with almost no stat requirements and does a lot of damage and has crazy reach. I feel this is wrong to do to players and consumers.

    Other than those things, this game is truly an amazing game. Whether you are new to souls games, a veteran of souls but new to Demon's Souls, or an OG Demon's Souls player, this game is truly an amazing game and worth playing. If you are new to Souls, this game will be a challenge, just a warning. So that's it, I know this review is longer than 2 sentences like 95% of the reviews here. But if you are reading this, it means you have a brain and are choosing to read something a little different. Thank you for reading.

    Remember that you have a heart of gold, don't let them take it from you. Praise the Sun and Umbassa.    … Expand
  10. IamaWizardAMA
    Nov 13, 2020
    9
    Overall, a better game than the original, and that's saying something. Though the original holds a place in my heart, the remake will be the one I'm coming back to time and time again from here on out.
  11. SeaSphynx
    Jan 26, 2021
    9
    One of the most fine-tuned experiences I’ve had in video games yet. Never really like souls-type games until this. No matter how many times I died I loved getting back in to try again harder and more carefully. Absolutely amazing (and addicting) game.
  12. yann54280
    Nov 14, 2020
    9
    ce jeu est beau fluide
    C"est un peux une vitrine visuel de la PS5 par contre il est relativement dur a ne pas mettre dans toutes les mains , mais il est gratifiant
  13. Siriusblack058
    Nov 14, 2020
    9
    No le haga caso a las criticas negativas, ellos no saben de lo que hablan, son personas con un bajo CI, si no llegaste a jugar el titulo de ps3, esta es tu oportunidad, el juego luce brutal, tiene unos graficazos de otro nivel, jugablemente es una delicia, seas o no fanatico de la saga Dark Souls, te va a encantar, el juego esta excelente y aspira a ser de los mejores titulos exclusivos deNo le haga caso a las criticas negativas, ellos no saben de lo que hablan, son personas con un bajo CI, si no llegaste a jugar el titulo de ps3, esta es tu oportunidad, el juego luce brutal, tiene unos graficazos de otro nivel, jugablemente es una delicia, seas o no fanatico de la saga Dark Souls, te va a encantar, el juego esta excelente y aspira a ser de los mejores titulos exclusivos de ps5, el juego no es perfecto, pero vamos, nada que ver las criticas de los otros usuarios. Toda una experiencia jugar a este gran juego… Expand
  14. phantomthread
    Apr 30, 2021
    9
    Absolutely gorgeous
    the game has a pretty fresh feeling compare to old one .
    visuals , graphic. character creation , some new details, new parry/back step animations for each weapon, fixing glitches and bugs and making masterpiece new soundtracks for bosses puts the game where it deserves . although the pvp system is not a good deal because of dividing players of different regions    Absolutely gorgeous
    the game has a pretty fresh feeling compare to old one .
    visuals , graphic. character creation , some new details, new parry/back step animations for each weapon, fixing glitches and bugs and making masterpiece new soundtracks for bosses puts the game where it deserves .

    although the pvp system is not a good deal because of dividing players of different regions and unbalanced build like magic build i wish they made the system like ds3

    9/10    … Expand
  15. Logan_L1V3S
    Nov 15, 2020
    9
    Incredible remake! I’m having such a good time with this game, it’s absolutely stunning and combat is much more fluid than meets the eye. I see a lot of user reviews stating they ruined the original and absolutely baffled that this game is getting anything less than a 6 by these hardcore originalists, it makes no sense for a game that has kept 98% of things intact. The only changes are theIncredible remake! I’m having such a good time with this game, it’s absolutely stunning and combat is much more fluid than meets the eye. I see a lot of user reviews stating they ruined the original and absolutely baffled that this game is getting anything less than a 6 by these hardcore originalists, it makes no sense for a game that has kept 98% of things intact. The only changes are the significant aesthetics and quality of life improvements. It’s no where of a deviation to the original, but to each it’s own. This is a must buy for sure (if you’re into punishing games!) The only thing stopping me from giving it a 10 is the HUD, wish it was modernized as it clashes a bit with everything else.… Expand
  16. Vris
    Nov 15, 2020
    9
    This is how a Remake is done.

    Amazing graphics, upgraded gameplay and movement, same good ol' feeling. The only game thus far into this new generation that actually FEELS next gen, sure, some redesigns are kinda odd, and the soundtrack may not be for everyone, but goddamn, THIS is a launch title done right. If you're getting a PS5, this remake is a MUST play, wether you're into Souls    This is how a Remake is done.

    Amazing graphics, upgraded gameplay and movement, same good ol' feeling.

    The only game thus far into this new generation that actually FEELS next gen, sure, some redesigns are kinda odd, and the soundtrack may not be for everyone, but goddamn, THIS is a launch title done right.

    If you're getting a PS5, this remake is a MUST play, wether you're into Souls games or not.

    Only downside to it is... Some weapons and armors are locked exclusively behind the Digital Deluxe edition, and that is a really **** practice.

    Anyhow, bravo for BluePoint.    … Expand
  17. hernani
    Nov 16, 2020
    9
    Nota 9 ! Jogo Top, Remake Top! Nem sei porque tem gente a colocar nota 0 em fim
  18. Teslacooler
    Nov 16, 2020
    9
    This game is nothing short of incredible. It's probably the best looking game on a console right now and it's a remake of a PS3 game. Some artistic decisions like the soundtrack and visual atmosphere have changed slightly from the original. The original developers had nothing to do with the project, so I think it's commendable that Bluepoint was able to go as far as they did while keepingThis game is nothing short of incredible. It's probably the best looking game on a console right now and it's a remake of a PS3 game. Some artistic decisions like the soundtrack and visual atmosphere have changed slightly from the original. The original developers had nothing to do with the project, so I think it's commendable that Bluepoint was able to go as far as they did while keeping the base game's tone relatively intact. You can tell it wasn't for lack of effort either. The amount of detail and effort on display is staggering.

    With gameplay, I would say it is extremely faithful to the original. To a fault. The core combat is unchanged, in fact it's running the same code from my knowledge. This means that things like instant backstabs are still there, which could have been tweaked. Still, the original's core combat was exceptional and still holds up today. Additions like omnidirectional rolling, faster ladder climbing, limits to healing items you can carry, and a tweaked item burden system are welcome additions that improve the gameplay sandbox.

    Besides some missed opportunities and mistakes, I think Bluepoint knocked this out of the park. I would highly recommend this title if you have a PS5 and any interest in the Souls genre.    … Expand
  19. Invoked79
    Nov 26, 2020
    9
    Amazing remake of of great game. The graphics are simply stunning, tesselated high res textures everywhere while the game runs at a locked 60fps in performance mode. Simply amazing, seriously
  20. Estargus
    Nov 17, 2020
    9
    Una remasterización la cula me a dejado impresionado no solo por su apartado gráfico si no por su fluidez al jugar
  21. Sergio78
    Nov 18, 2020
    9
    Incredible as they are, the Soulsborne often encountered technical limitations that testified to FromSoftware's limited means.
    With this remake of Demon's Souls, these restrictions are now being broken. Incandescently beautiful, the kind that will fall for the next-gen on a whim, this remake transcends From's dark fantasy with every new place it passes through. And when you also know all    Incredible as they are, the Soulsborne often encountered technical limitations that testified to FromSoftware's limited means.
    With this remake of Demon's Souls, these restrictions are now being broken. Incandescently beautiful, the kind that will fall for the next-gen on a whim, this remake transcends From's dark fantasy with every new place it passes through. And when you also know all the masochistic pleasure it brings, all the gigantic challenges that await you, all the memories it brings back, you have only one desire: to force it between the pognes to (re)discover the power of the formula in the most beautiful of settings. Bluepoint Games has gone the extra mile to keep the experience almost intact while rethinking the overall ergonomics, with countless details that will delight veterans, and no doubt help the curious who will finally take the plunge - and what better time to do so.
    We also sometimes touch the limits of the remake exercise - if you still have a very precise memory of Demon's Souls, the surprise effect might be limited to the graphic part. But given the quality of the original game, that's not really a problem. When goldsmiths bend over a rough diamond, it's to make it the jewel in the crown.    … Expand
  22. tensioly
    Jun 6, 2023
    9
    Demon's Souls es el juego que dio paso a un género en si mismo como son los souls-like, la obra primigenia sobre la que se cimentan las bases de la jugabilidad de este tipo de juegos de rol y acción. Hablando primero sobre el remake (que me ha durado 30 horas), el trabajo realizado por BluePoint es soberbio, con una calidad gráfica que roza la perfección, unas texturas y modelados muyDemon's Souls es el juego que dio paso a un género en si mismo como son los souls-like, la obra primigenia sobre la que se cimentan las bases de la jugabilidad de este tipo de juegos de rol y acción. Hablando primero sobre el remake (que me ha durado 30 horas), el trabajo realizado por BluePoint es soberbio, con una calidad gráfica que roza la perfección, unas texturas y modelados muy cuidados y un apartado sonoro excelente. El estilo artístico también ha mejorado notoriamente teniendo zonas estremecedoras por su paisaje y siendo un juego mucho más bonito que el original de PS3. No se han retocado muchas cosas de la jugabilidad más allá de algunas mejoras de accesibilidad, lo que demuestra el respeto del estudio por esta obra de culto. Pasando al juego en sí, tanto la jugabilidad característica de los souls (con armas, hechizos y formas de personalización que dotan al juego de muchas posibilidades) como el diseño de niveles me ha parecido magistral, y que el juego esté dividido en zonas y que puedas jugarlas en el orden que quieras me ha parecido una gran idea. Los bosses en general me han parecido bastante sencillos pero con mecánicas interesantes. En cuanto a la historia y el lore del mundo, sigue un argumento bastante simple y fácil de entender pero creo que se podría haber explotado mucho más el contexto del mundo y los personajes. La banda sonora me ha parecido muy buena y acorde a la ambientación del juego. Pero para mí el punto débil del juego es sin duda el sistema de tendencias. Me parece absurdo que dependiendo de si mueres mucho o venzas a los jefes tengas una tendencia negra o blanca y te aparezcan enemigos durísimos o se te desbloquee contenido en función de eso. No le veo el sentido y no me ha gustado nada. Aun teniendo en cuenta esto, Demon's Souls es un juegazo y lo recomiendo a quienes les gusten los juegos desafiantes de acción. 8,7/10
    (04/2023)    … Expand
  23. KingKabeca
    Sep 21, 2021
    9
    Jogo incrível, assim como o original de ps3!!
    Gráficos perfeitos, jogabilidade excelente, um jogo totalmente refeito mas n acho que vale o preço cheio de 70 dolares, vale a pena esperar uma promoção.
  24. Koppyoda
    Nov 27, 2020
    9
    @Stefnr1 go play Pokémon bro! Demon's souls is the best game stop cry?! Umbasa!
  25. Callly
    May 11, 2021
    9
    The remake of demon's souls surpasses the original in every way, bluepoint has done a great job.
  26. skelly286
    Dec 7, 2020
    9
    The remake doesn't necessarily change any mechanical gameplay features but it is a friendly reminder and a very significant love letter of how far From Software has come.
  27. Papizza199
    Apr 28, 2021
    9
    It is a very very beautiful game, which hits the perfect difficulty spot for a soulsborne beginner. The game shows the full hardware potential of the PS5 and gets my hopes up real high for the future. The only critic i had is the length of game. I completed it in about 16 hours, which isn´t much for a 80€ game. But I have to say that the game has a lot of replayability with the many buildsIt is a very very beautiful game, which hits the perfect difficulty spot for a soulsborne beginner. The game shows the full hardware potential of the PS5 and gets my hopes up real high for the future. The only critic i had is the length of game. I completed it in about 16 hours, which isn´t much for a 80€ game. But I have to say that the game has a lot of replayability with the many builds and playstyles it offers to the player. So a nearly perfect game for me.… Expand
  28. J2ise
    Dec 9, 2020
    9
    So this Remake is just that a remake of the original with a few differences. This game has been fun to play. Its more clear to see in the dark then the original. I have made 3 builds and all are still fun.
    so the reasons it wont get a 10 is because its not done. seems like it being a ps5 game it dose lack some Umff im hoping there will be dlc and we finally get that world. Its a beautiful    So this Remake is just that a remake of the original with a few differences. This game has been fun to play. Its more clear to see in the dark then the original. I have made 3 builds and all are still fun.
    so the reasons it wont get a 10 is because its not done. seems like it being a ps5 game it dose lack some Umff im hoping there will be dlc and we finally get that world. Its a beautiful game and great job Bluepoint.    … Expand
  29. AndrewUsher
    Dec 11, 2020
    9
    True the original with a few modifications. Looks stunning and plays exceptionally well.
  30. Youngdonkeyy
    Apr 29, 2021
    9
    The dark atmosphere, and the amazing way this game potrays a dead kingdom is utterly amazing. The only thing i would just complain about is the fact that as a newbie, you need to watch on youtube how some things work
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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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