Demon's Souls

 PlayStation 5
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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 3618 Ratings

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  1. ccmillertx
    Dec 20, 2020
    9
    I am really enjoying this game despite how bad I suck at it. I never explored the Souls series before Demon Souls on PS5 but the sheer lack of titles this early on for ps5 led me to give it a try.

    Its hard! Really hard for me. I rarely stray from sports titles and the odd shooter so the whole concept was slightly new to me going in. I bought it the first weekend PS5 was out and I have    I am really enjoying this game despite how bad I suck at it. I never explored the Souls series before Demon Souls on PS5 but the sheer lack of titles this early on for ps5 led me to give it a try.

    Its hard! Really hard for me. I rarely stray from sports titles and the odd shooter so the whole concept was slightly new to me going in. I bought it the first weekend PS5 was out and I have yet to beat The Lords Path or even get into the online parts of the game ( someone showed up and killed me. I dont even know why they bothered) . Despite my slow progress Im loving every minute of it. I love cruising through Gates of Boletaria knowing whats around every corner. I havent even begun to explore the other worlds/archstones. Like I said, I suck at this game but sucking has never been so much fun.

    Main reason I didnt give it a 10 was the lack of a way to delete old character and to a lesser extent the camera gets a little unstable at times.    … Expand
  2. DiS82
    Apr 6, 2021
    10
    Whats wrong with all those 0 reviews? Lol? Game is masterpiece and Forms best Soulsgame to date. Maybe Bloodborne is only one that can rival it. And this remake looks and plays absolutely beautiful.
  3. mikas323
    Mar 19, 2022
    0
    I tried to like this game but the souls formula in this game is pretty bad...very slow fight and long distance to run for next boss battle is boring, they could at least change the formula for better...
  4. Dinosaur83
    Dec 22, 2020
    10
    Greatest launch title of all time in my opinion! I’m a massive souls fan and was always getting a PS5 so this was an absolute no brainer, plays amazingly, graphics are immense, and just a wonderful experience from start to finish. I finished the game and collected all trophies without any guides etc, and took me 85 hours, and even up until the end of my 3rd playthrough, i did not want itGreatest launch title of all time in my opinion! I’m a massive souls fan and was always getting a PS5 so this was an absolute no brainer, plays amazingly, graphics are immense, and just a wonderful experience from start to finish. I finished the game and collected all trophies without any guides etc, and took me 85 hours, and even up until the end of my 3rd playthrough, i did not want it to end, its all i have been playing for the last month, and now its over theres a giant hole that needs filling!!!… Expand
  5. HellsaintED
    Jan 20, 2021
    10
    It was my first ever contact with Demon's Souls, despite having played all Dark souls and Bloodborne, and this game is now probably one of my favourite from the souls series.

    Stunning visuals and sound design, smooth gameplay and overall a really fun and addictive experience that I spent 70+ hours immersed in so far.
  6. jimmate
    Dec 2, 2020
    10
    this game is so good. if you played the original demon souls back in 2009, this is what the game was like in our imaginations. this is the definitive next gen experience for any fan of challenging games. pretty much everything is in exactly the same spot as the original demon souls but is just reworked so fantastically, honestly i don't know what they could've done better. it's an easythis game is so good. if you played the original demon souls back in 2009, this is what the game was like in our imaginations. this is the definitive next gen experience for any fan of challenging games. pretty much everything is in exactly the same spot as the original demon souls but is just reworked so fantastically, honestly i don't know what they could've done better. it's an easy 10/10. people who are giving it a 1 and 2 rating are either salty they didn't get a PS5, or can't get past phalanx.… Expand
  7. Valvados
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Bluepoint dit it again, they managed the unmanageable and created a masterclass remake. I'm a die hard Demon's Souls fan and I love this game. Thank you!
  8. Vlad101
    Dec 23, 2020
    10
    На данный момент (декабрь 2020) - это единственная, нестоящая игра нового поколения.
    И Блюпоинст с Джапон студиус сделали очередной ремейк, невероятного уровня качества.
  9. jrow
    Jan 25, 2021
    10
    Can’t help, I’m addicted to this game. Don’t listen to the haters, games like these are not created for them. It is a beautifully designed remake and has everything a souls fan can dream of. Performance on PS5 is also absolutely great, almost no loading times, great visual effects, smooth 60 FPS. Probably never enjoy a souls game more.
  10. ARTORIASSIF
    Dec 4, 2020
    10
    This game is probably one of the best this year, and perhaps even the best in the series, because the developers have made great gameplay, good graphics, and great battles.
  11. SaintTeemo
    Dec 20, 2020
    10
    What an experience, from the very first cutscene, to your first boss encounter(ouch) to being thrown into the world of demon’s souls ready to explore, conquer, unlock hidden doors and discover the secrets that lies within, being a lunch title makes it even more impressive, the game looks absolutely breathtaking, plays and feels so good, the score is incredible and very captivating, as aWhat an experience, from the very first cutscene, to your first boss encounter(ouch) to being thrown into the world of demon’s souls ready to explore, conquer, unlock hidden doors and discover the secrets that lies within, being a lunch title makes it even more impressive, the game looks absolutely breathtaking, plays and feels so good, the score is incredible and very captivating, as a new comer to the souls genre, I’m so hooked on it I’m now exploring the other souls game, this is a great game, at least in my experience, and I really do recommended it just for its next gen feel, a quality product overall… Expand
  12. bandito925
    Apr 13, 2021
    10
    The people who rated this game poorly are hilarious.

    50% of them are allegedly upset because they this game is nothing new. Bluepoint essentially remade the same exact game so it isn't worth the money. The other 50% of them are allegedly upset because Bluepoint changed too many things. They feel like Bluepoint should have just rereleased the same exact game with a better resolution.    The people who rated this game poorly are hilarious.

    50% of them are allegedly upset because they this game is nothing new. Bluepoint essentially remade the same exact game so it isn't worth the money.

    The other 50% of them are allegedly upset because Bluepoint changed too many things. They feel like Bluepoint should have just rereleased the same exact game with a better resolution.
    So of these people are also saying that they are upset that Bluepoint made the game 60fps. According to them, this game was designed as a 30fps game, so Bluepoint made the game worse by making it 60fps (keep in mind, anyone that actually bought and played this game would know that there is literally an option in the menu to run the game in 30fps.
    Strange how they wouldn't know this when they allegedly own and played this game?

    The best was from "SoundOfTheSun". This user thinks this game's graphics are average or a little above average, which is hilarious considering that literally everyone who actually played this game would immediately notice that this game has easily the best graphics out of any console game.
    It could be argued that the graphics are better than any PC game as well. So this was a very strange opinion.

    I have a sneaking suspicion that most of the people writing bad reviews are people that are, in reality, simply upset that they will never be able to actually play this game. This game was originally accidently announced as a multi-platform game, meaning it would come out on Xbox and PC.

    However, when Sony cleared up this error and confirmed it was a PS5 exclusive, a large number of Xbox & PC owners were strangely upset.

    This is literally one of the best games out right now and you would be doing yourself a disservice by skipping out on this game    … Expand
  13. DSouls_guy
    Feb 26, 2021
    10
    Demons souls on ps3 was already a piece of art, and the remake on ps5 has improved everything from the original!!! Best remake I've ever had the honor to play. Ds is an 11 out of 10!!!
  14. MickeyBrownEyes
    Feb 12, 2021
    10
    Exquisite game, it masterfully preserves all the magic from the original and brings it to the next gen. What a lot of good memories, all remade and recrafted to bring us an unforgettable adventure again!
  15. Kamikazeshocki
    Jun 4, 2021
    9
    My last missing Soulsborne game. Awesome graphics, Dark Souls through and through. Though the level design of the latter and Bloodborne is superior and it's a bit shorter. Must have for PS5 owners that can take a hit and any Dark Souls fan.
  16. DaddyOtis
    Dec 22, 2020
    9
    When I first started playing I was unaware of the “souls franchise” way of doing things. After finally understanding the mechanic of leveling up, getting to that next short cut and being able to finally beat an intimidating boss.... I love it! From soft made a fantastic game, and Bluepoint delivered on the next gen remake!
  17. Edgard86
    Dec 16, 2020
    9
    Remake maravilhoso, extremamente fiel ao original porém mais bonito e sem bug. Achei que o game ficou mais fácil em alguns chefes, mas não tenho certeza.

    Defeito: Modo resolução do game não entrega nem 30 fps, impossivel jogar.. Não houve um tratamento de suavização nos frames, parece que fica em 20 fps... Nao da nem pra cogitar em não jogar no modo performance. PSN: Edgard_1986
  18. DOLLAR_376
    Apr 27, 2021
    10
    Incredible remake that sets a new standard for soulslike games. Not only it retains the essence of the original, but it improves key aspects and puts it into a whole new level.

    - Story: same as the original, great and more explicit than in other souls, with more explanatory cinematics. - Gameplay: same as the original, but with more precise controls and lots of new animations, as well    Incredible remake that sets a new standard for soulslike games. Not only it retains the essence of the original, but it improves key aspects and puts it into a whole new level.

    - Story: same as the original, great and more explicit than in other souls, with more explanatory cinematics.
    - Gameplay: same as the original, but with more precise controls and lots of new animations, as well as nice controller effects (precise vibration and adaptative triggers).
    - Graphics: Absolutely incredible. One of the best looking games ever made. Physics have also been redone and are now more realistic. Lightning is way better than the original, giving each area its different tone and proper global illumination (no RTX, mind you).
    - Sound: The best sound in a game I've ever heard. Play this with headsets, as it sounds like movies do in theaters.

    From Software better adopts some of the changes Bluepoint has made in this remake into their next game, as some of the elements introduced here are truly gamechanging.    … Expand
  19. Lupitayoh
    Dec 17, 2020
    10
    Terminado y ya estoy buscando el platino:
    Gráficamente es una maravilla, los efectos de luz son sorprendentes desde las primeras imágenes, y las texturas del entorno es de lo mejor que he visto desde TLOU2, técnicamente esta bien hecho
    En todo lo que llevo jugado solo ví una ocasión donde tuve caídas de frames, pero en general el juego va de lujo a 60 estables, obviamente lo jugué en    Terminado y ya estoy buscando el platino:
    Gráficamente es una maravilla, los efectos de luz son sorprendentes desde las primeras imágenes, y las texturas del entorno es de lo mejor que he visto desde TLOU2, técnicamente esta bien hecho
    En todo lo que llevo jugado solo ví una ocasión donde tuve caídas de frames, pero en general el juego va de lujo a 60 estables, obviamente lo jugué en modo rendimiento
    Algo que he leído mucho es que le tienen miedo por la fama que tiene un souls, si es la primera vez que tocas este tipo de juegos, sí se te hará difícil, si es así te recomiendo la clase mago o mas fácil: Aristócrata. La magia te hace un guerrero muy poderoso
    Pero en sí el juego es bastante equilibrado, solo es cuestión de prueba y error, de que analices debilidades, farmees un poco, aprendas movimientos del enemigo, y te encontrarás con un gameplay adictivo y totalmente divertido
    Destaco sobre todo el sonido, usando audífonos es una experiencia totalmente inmersiva, puedes escuchar si se acerca un dragón y desde donde viene, si hubiera estado nominado a en los TGA en esa categoría ganaba sin dudar
    Acerca del dualsense, no lo utiliza al 100% como Astro's bot, pero debo señalar que igualmente sientes la diferencia de estarlo jugando con este control, por ejemplo, puedes sentir cuando un enemigo enciende su bomba para lanzarla
    Como punto negativo, le pondría la IA, entiendo que es un remake y que asi estaba programado originalmente, pero siento que es algo en lo que pudieron meterle mano, porque si se siente anticuada, malita
    En general es un remake totalmente pulido, con animaciones muy bien hechas, muy buen doblaje tanto inglés como latino (por ahí anda Vegetta), una dificultad equilibrada y totalmente adictivo, le doy un 100!    … Expand
  20. TheIntrovert
    Dec 15, 2020
    10
    Simply breathtaking! Visuals and music were amazing! Gameplay was difficult but a blast to master!
  21. Jaimeastur
    Feb 15, 2021
    10
    BUENÍSIMO! Me ha tenido súper atrapado de principio a fin, una obra maestra
  22. Christo1
    Aug 3, 2021
    10
    It took me some time to truly appreciate the difficulty of this game and it’s mastery level, but once you do that you see what a true gem Demon’s Souls really is. This is one hundred percent a masterpiece and I hope they make a new installment in this series on the Ps5 again soon!!!
  23. Vetalja83
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    This is how you start next gen guys!!I played the original but never liked it and this one i felt in love with!IMO this is how all the remakes should be!!!
  24. Khnemu
    Feb 4, 2021
    10
    Remake 1:1 perfeitinho com gráfico lindo demais e otimizações. Combate delicioso, desafiador e viciante, com aquela atmosfera souls espetacular.
  25. PhillusMaximus
    Apr 14, 2022
    6
    I liked the original one more.

    Yes it is visually magnificent, but playing this remake - kinda felt off. Like, it doesn't fit the scenery imo. It is just "too crisp" and looks at times "too realistic" for this dark fantasy epos the souls series has created. Even the sound desgin, which is objectively phenomenal, smh misses the vibe. I mean it's just a little magic beam, not a ****    I liked the original one more.

    Yes it is visually magnificent, but playing this remake - kinda felt off.
    Like, it doesn't fit the scenery imo. It is just "too crisp" and looks at times "too realistic" for this dark fantasy epos the souls series has created.
    Even the sound desgin, which is objectively phenomenal, smh misses the vibe.
    I mean it's just a little magic beam, not a **** laser blaster.
    Why give it such a heavy explosion sound.
    Made me think what the harry potter films would have been like, if they were made by Michael Bay..

    Last thing that got me a little upset is, that it seemed like they really put 98% of their budget into the graphics and sound rework.
    There were (and still are) so many bugs and glitches that already occured in the original one, that just got imported into better graphics.

    I would have much rather seen a completely new game with these graphics and sound design, which wouldn't even have taken that more effort than this remake (concept design aside).
    But I know that wasn't possible, as it was sony that wanted this remake to happen and bluepoint just got the acceptance.
    So I'm excited what the game they now started to develop (hopefully a fresh IP) is gonna turn out, as their work an Demon Souls seem to have gotten more acknowledgement than their previous reworks / remastereds.    … Expand
  26. GoldMiner32
    Dec 2, 2020
    10
    The first true next gen game. If you played the original game then don't expect much in terms of story, it is identical to the first game. However, the graphics, gameplay, sound design, music are phenomenal. This is the only true next gen game available. Highly recommended for fans of the original for those who have not played the original on PS3!

    Some are trying to review bomb this    The first true next gen game. If you played the original game then don't expect much in terms of story, it is identical to the first game. However, the graphics, gameplay, sound design, music are phenomenal. This is the only true next gen game available. Highly recommended for fans of the original for those who have not played the original on PS3!

    Some are trying to review bomb this game and I bet none of those who gave the game zero actually own a ps5    … Expand
  27. Katalas
    Dec 2, 2020
    10
    This was an incredible game to play through, the atmosphere is so good and it looks absolutely amazing. The bosses were not that hard, I only had problems with two bosses, I died a lot trying to get them though. I have played Dark Souls 3, Sekiro and Bloodborne before this, not the original DS.
  28. Thaksin
    Dec 13, 2020
    10
    Я играю, мне нравится.
    Не играл в пред. версию для PS3, кроме как других игр soul`s like и если проводить эту параллель , все в духе и на высшем уровне с точки зрения картинки.
  29. El_Chuapnibre
    Dec 25, 2020
    10
    Криворукие. Сколько лет уже прошло, а сетевой код до сих пор обезьяны пишут.
  30. PeinLankaster
    Dec 3, 2020
    10
    Прекрасный ремейк прекрасной игры.
    Обожаю игры Фромов, надеюсь жанр который они изобрели будет жить вечно.
  31. Andresu
    Dec 10, 2020
    10
    The currently best game on PS5. Gorgeous looking remake of the original PS3 game.
  32. Akira85
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    This PlayStation 5 remake is a blessing for those of us who traveled through Boletaria 11 years ago
  33. redscauser
    May 4, 2021
    10
    Как фанат soulsbornelike игр, не мог пройти мимо, тем более к своему упущению не играл в оригинал с ПС3, так что это первое слепое прохождение как обычно дарит кучу эмоций. Графика, звук, эффекты в игре на высоте, погружают с первой минуты в Болетарии. Спасибо Сони за сочный ааа на старте поколения!Как фанат soulsbornelike игр, не мог пройти мимо, тем более к своему упущению не играл в оригинал с ПС3, так что это первое слепое прохождение как обычно дарит кучу эмоций. Графика, звук, эффекты в игре на высоте, погружают с первой минуты в Болетарии. Спасибо Сони за сочный ааа на старте поколения!
  34. ConanTnT
    Dec 20, 2020
    10
    One of the best experiences you will have playing a souls game. It just isn't better as it is exclusive to the PS5. I am waiting for a version for the PC.
  35. DankulusMemus
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    This game is getting review bombed by Sony haters but this game is amazing and worth the 70$ price tag
  36. huggg
    May 2, 2021
    10
    The game looks and feels amazing, it's a difficult game at first but then the game gets easier and easier.
  37. Tirado148
    Dec 15, 2020
    10
    An absolutely amazing game through & through, most gorgeous Souls game by far.
  38. 69_andry_69
    Dec 10, 2020
    10
    Великолепная игра, хз что ещё добавить, но пишет что символов мало, о теперь достаточно
  39. The_Juk3z
    Dec 16, 2020
    9
    I have not played the original. I easy passed Bloodbourne and Sekiro, but this game is total unfriendly to player.
    Bbosses are easier to kill, but path to them is much more difficult than in ds3/bloodborne/sekiro.

    aslo visual is amazing.
  40. srinu634
    Feb 4, 2021
    10
    Demon's souls is a very game with stunning visuals and grueling atmosphere. Bluepoint Games has done a great job with the remake and it looks visually so pleasing. Also, it's so nice to have the option of selecting Performance vs better graphics and the 60 fps performance mode runs so smoothly on ps5.

    What differentiates this game from Dark souls 3 is that, In Dark souls 3, the bosses    Demon's souls is a very game with stunning visuals and grueling atmosphere. Bluepoint Games has done a great job with the remake and it looks visually so pleasing. Also, it's so nice to have the option of selecting Performance vs better graphics and the 60 fps performance mode runs so smoothly on ps5.

    What differentiates this game from Dark souls 3 is that, In Dark souls 3, the bosses are pretty difficult but I personally found them to be easy in Demon's souls. Also, Demon's souls has better level design which vary from tunnels to prisons to swamps. The combat of Dark souls 3 felt faster compared to Demon's souls. Of course, this is a personal opinion.

    As per cons, I noticed that the locking mechanism sucks in this game. It's frustrating and sometimes just doesn't work when each split second matters but you are trying to lock onto the enemy and end up dying :| .    … Expand
  41. Evelyn_Schwab
    Dec 3, 2020
    10
    Absolutely stellar remake. Keeps the core atmosphere and gameplay of the original with some great quality of life changes, and, I believe, is the most visually and graphically stunning game yet released.
    As a game that came out on a more recent console, the original demon's souls is more in line with the gameplay styles expected by modern players and is less comparable to other    Absolutely stellar remake. Keeps the core atmosphere and gameplay of the original with some great quality of life changes, and, I believe, is the most visually and graphically stunning game yet released.
    As a game that came out on a more recent console, the original demon's souls is more in line with the gameplay styles expected by modern players and is less comparable to other contemporary remakes such as Resident Evil 2 and Final Fantasy 7. The gameplay of those game's original counterparts are bogged down by conventions that are rarely seen in recent titles (tank controls and slow paced turn-based combat respectively). The original Demon's Souls does not consist of gameplay that has been primarily thrown out over the years, instead being the beginning of an entire sub-genre innovated from the conventions it started.
    Demon's Souls is similar to Shadow of the Colossus in this way. The gameplay has not grown so dated that it needed to be fully overhauled, and the vast majority of core fans did not want drastic changes to the gameplay (as seen in the souls Sub-Reddits and other social media). However, if Sony and Bluepoint wanted to attract more new fans, the gameplay could have been innovated on.
    In the end, it's lose-lose situation. Either they isolate classic fans, or disappoint new players. If the decision they went with was the right one, no one can say, but, as a fan of the original, I am glad they went the way they did.
    Visually, the game is stunning. The PlayStation 5's boost in processing power over previous gen really shows in the amount of objects and tessellation seen in every scene, with displaced materials adding a sense of depth to even the flattest objects. The lighting and atmosphere is sublime, and stays true to the original in most cases and even improves it in some. Performance mode is as impressive as was stated in promotion, but as a primarily PC player, it was at times frustrating to have to choose between 4k and higher sub-division or 60 frames (Por qué no las dos?) but, with the state of console gaming, it's a compromise we have to live with.
    On the note of the main "controversies", exclusivity and price: Console manufactures need to sell exclusives to move units. That's the reality of it, and the practice of exclusivity (and the funding for devs that comes with it) has needed us some of the greatest games on every platform. The idea that exclusive are "consumer unfriendly" is a small-minded take and fails to look at the bigger picture. it would be nice if any game could be made for any platform without financial backers needing intensives, but that isn't reality. Now, on the price increase: I live in Australia where our prices on electronic goods, both physical and digital, are taxed and hiked significantly. Previously, AAA games cost around $100 AUD ($75 USD at the time of writing) - now they cost up to $120 AUD ($90 USD). I think this price jump is going to be a somewhat standard thing as we go into the future, and I for one.. am OK with it - in cases like this. Single player experiences need a way to compete with microtransaction-ridden multiplayer juggernauts, and if a price hike is the way to do it, then that sits fine with me (same goes for the digital deluxe edition). Problem is, we're already seeing that price hike carry over to games such as NBA 2K21 (A game with intrusive ads and literal slot machines), and I find that very distasteful. I don't play games like this so the price jump doesn't effect me directly, but if single-player games continue to earn dramatically less than multiplayer, it makes me worried for the future of this industry - especially as a student developer.    … Expand
  42. Malim100
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    El juego es una obra de arte, artísticamente es sublime, técnicamente es un titán sólido y la diversión es de 10, el padre de los Souls. Repugnante ver tantos comentarios de haters, envenenados porque no pueden jugarlo.
  43. Luger86
    Dec 10, 2020
    10
    Grate game! Perfect graphics! My first souls like game. Now I'm ready to Bloodborne! )
  44. GameFan8567
    Mar 23, 2021
    10
    Great Remake! I bet all the low scores are casuals getting destroyed. Loved the original and love this too!
  45. moscowdynamics
    May 5, 2021
    9
    Очень крутая игра, прошел с большим удовольствием! Рекомендую! Прошел за мага
  46. Airamleb
    Dec 15, 2020
    9
    Very good game. As a fan of souls games, I'm enjoying this title very much. I didn't play the original son it's completely new for me
  47. 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
  48. Callly
    May 11, 2021
    9
    The remake of demon's souls surpasses the original in every way, bluepoint has done a great job.
  49. Jms91
    Dec 14, 2020
    10
    Let me start by saying that I am no “SoulsBorne” expert. I pretty much didn’t start playing these types of games until this year, but in my time playing this game (and some bloodborne) I have become addicted to the genre. This game is one of the most exciting experiences I have had while gaming. I absolutely love the way I always feel on the edge of my seat while exploring. Whether yourLet me start by saying that I am no “SoulsBorne” expert. I pretty much didn’t start playing these types of games until this year, but in my time playing this game (and some bloodborne) I have become addicted to the genre. This game is one of the most exciting experiences I have had while gaming. I absolutely love the way I always feel on the edge of my seat while exploring. Whether your new to the sub genre like me or a vet at these games, everyone should give this game a shot.… Expand
  50. CoDemos
    Dec 4, 2020
    10
    Demon's Souls on PS5 is a spectacle to see and play. It feels all too familiar to those of us who trudged through the PS3 version of the game but at the same time feels new and fresh thanks to the beautiful updated graphics, new animations (NPCs and enemies alike now have facial animations and so on...)the lighting and atmosphere are better than ever and to my to my first gripe be itDemon's Souls on PS5 is a spectacle to see and play. It feels all too familiar to those of us who trudged through the PS3 version of the game but at the same time feels new and fresh thanks to the beautiful updated graphics, new animations (NPCs and enemies alike now have facial animations and so on...)the lighting and atmosphere are better than ever and to my to my first gripe be it miniscule..I miss the original soundtrack at times but the new ST works and sounds more like a newer Souls game than the PS3 OST did. The game also feels much less clunky than the original and the new PS5 controller may be part of the reason why. Another small grip is some of the art direction has changed but it honestly doesn't bug me like some others. As a whole it feels great to be playing through Demon's Souls once again and Blue Point nailed the remake of it with gusto.… Expand
  51. ChemicalRose
    Dec 7, 2020
    10
    Bluepoint needed to prove themselves handling this classic game that started a phenomena and created a genre.

    They were successful.
  52. AndrewUsher
    Dec 11, 2020
    9
    True the original with a few modifications. Looks stunning and plays exceptionally well.
  53. Jaquez_
    Dec 16, 2020
    10
    Been a huge fan of the soulsborne games, including Sekiro and Nioh. Nevertheless, I haven't ever had the chance to dive into Demon's Souls. It's amazing. It's perfect. I don't know how the original was but right now, Demon's Souls is my favorite game by FromSoftware.
  54. PARTlZAN
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    can say nothing this game is masterpiece, the game visually is completely next gen and gameplay is so smooth and good. if you wanna buy ps5 you have to buy this game to
  55. Peculiarer89
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    This is a blueprint for next-gen games remake. Thank you bluepint. The best soul game ever since 2009.
  56. Labyuser
    Dec 22, 2020
    10
    A really masterpiece! It is high quality and plays wonderfully. I can recommend it to everybody.
  57. Stjepan3203
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    This game is absolutely AMAZING. Great soundtracks, visuals are netx gen same for Cyberpunk 2077 on my high end PC. This is basically the one remake I always wanted! Is a Souls game so keep in mind if you want jump in those games never show mercy. If you make a mistake you DIE. The point of those games is to learn learn and get better. You need learn from your mistakes that's the wholeThis game is absolutely AMAZING. Great soundtracks, visuals are netx gen same for Cyberpunk 2077 on my high end PC. This is basically the one remake I always wanted! Is a Souls game so keep in mind if you want jump in those games never show mercy. If you make a mistake you DIE. The point of those games is to learn learn and get better. You need learn from your mistakes that's the whole point of those games. So if you like a good challenge and you want jump in I can totally recommend this game. For me this is a clear 10/10.… Expand
  58. RowdyDarwin
    Dec 13, 2020
    10
    My first Soul’s game. Was very cautious about buying this because of how much people went on about its difficulty. I am SO glad I did!

    What a fantastic game! yes it’s unforgiving but I am now seeing that is the fun of it. It genuinely gets my heart racing and I can feel myself learning from my mistakes. On top of that it’s beautiful and melancholy and I highly recommend playing with    My first Soul’s game. Was very cautious about buying this because of how much people went on about its difficulty. I am SO glad I did!

    What a fantastic game! yes it’s unforgiving but I am now seeing that is the fun of it. It genuinely gets my heart racing and I can feel myself learning from my mistakes. On top of that it’s beautiful and melancholy and I highly recommend playing with headphones because the audio is sublime.    … Expand
  59. artemilka
    Dec 13, 2020
    10
    Мне понравилось очень хорошая игра так как не потеряла всю хардкорность этого жанра и атмосферу
  60. bbsriad
    Dec 13, 2020
    9
    The game is amazing for someone that didn’t play the original and a good souls game.
    It is a game where you need to choose wisely on how you approach your enemies. Any monster can kill you and you can kill any monster if you are patient enough.
    The only negative point is that the game doesn’t warn you or hint you that you shouldn’t use certain items as you won’t be getting them again    The game is amazing for someone that didn’t play the original and a good souls game.
    It is a game where you need to choose wisely on how you approach your enemies. Any monster can kill you and you can kill any monster if you are patient enough.

    The only negative point is that the game doesn’t warn you or hint you that you shouldn’t use certain items as you won’t be getting them again until your 2nd run. It is part of the game but it would be nice to add small warning before using something that has more use somewhere else. Simply the game is amazing and makes you come back to it every time you die with the fast loading screen, you won’t be quitting easily, but sometimes taking a step back will help you assimilate the strategy needed to defeat certain enemies, the game shines at Performance mode introducing capped 60fps with amazing graphics on PS5. Must to play.    … Expand
  61. StalkerMT
    Dec 15, 2020
    9
    si la saga souls te gusto este titulo es simplemente obligatorio para ti

    POSITIVO -la personalizacion mejora mucho respecto a anteriores titulos de la saga -el combate es fluido -los jefes son impresionantes -la ambientacion es buena -el apartado grafico es increible al igual que las texturas NEGATIVO -El precio a dia de hoy es muy alto -probablemente si finalmente es lanzado    si la saga souls te gusto este titulo es simplemente obligatorio para ti

    POSITIVO
    -la personalizacion mejora mucho respecto a anteriores titulos de la saga
    -el combate es fluido
    -los jefes son impresionantes
    -la ambientacion es buena
    -el apartado grafico es increible al igual que las texturas

    NEGATIVO
    -El precio a dia de hoy es muy alto
    -probablemente si finalmente es lanzado en pc su rendimineto sea mucho mejor
    -no consigue la atmosfera siniestra del titulo original de ps3
    -los jugadores esperaban mas de este remake    … Expand
  62. NikitaKhirinski
    Dec 15, 2020
    10
    The first project by Hidetaka Miyazaki came out absolutely unique. The experience from which he himself draws inspiration, over and over again returning to the ideas laid down here. I was surprised to find that in each of Miyazaki's next games there are echoes, references and outright borrowing from DemSouls. The game is chamber-based, but due to the well-thought-out game design, it isThe first project by Hidetaka Miyazaki came out absolutely unique. The experience from which he himself draws inspiration, over and over again returning to the ideas laid down here. I was surprised to find that in each of Miyazaki's next games there are echoes, references and outright borrowing from DemSouls. The game is chamber-based, but due to the well-thought-out game design, it is impossible to pass it quickly from the first playthrough. The art design of everything is also striking. Only for the sake of it is worth enduring all the pains of passing, because the design and stories in the game are engraved in the memory forever. From the pros: design, flexible roleplaying, world stories, a variety of locations, bosses and small enemies, each boss has an unobvious weak point, in some places music. Disadvantages: in places poor optimization, crookedness, in places unbearably complex game design (locations and placement of enemies are some of the most difficult in From games, while bosses are almost all easy), little usable music, some gameplay features (quickly breaking weapons, cutting HP) , no bonfires between bosses, you have to farm a lot. One of the main, at the moment, PS3 exclusives, not devoid of flaws and curves, but with a unique face, which later became a phenomenon and one of the most important, complex and deep games of recent years.… Expand
  63. alixmyres
    Dec 19, 2020
    9
    Amazing remake, not much bad can be said. Well done Bluepoint for treating the community with utmost respect.
  64. MichaelChill
    Dec 20, 2020
    10
    The game itself is a MUST, the original I mean. They have done an amazing work with the remaster. It runs solid as a rock at 60 fps making a big pleasure to play it. Graphics are outstanding and the quick loading of the maps and the nexus gives a very pleasant feeling during all the game. For me is the best PS5 game you can play at this moment.
  65. YoelofLothric
    May 11, 2021
    9
    The remake is so beautiful , the Gameplay could have used some work but i love the fact that they kept it the same, i hope this souls title brings joy to every gamer out there, hope one day it comes to PC.
  66. KeeperDV
    Dec 23, 2020
    10
    Magnificent journey that brings challenges hard enough to throw you into the spiral of joy. The remake has redefined many aspects of the game but those are mostly small details and changes that will be noticeable to the true veteran of the game. The lore still gives so much by telling so little , some bosses question the very purity of your journey and the final difficulty crescendo is aMagnificent journey that brings challenges hard enough to throw you into the spiral of joy. The remake has redefined many aspects of the game but those are mostly small details and changes that will be noticeable to the true veteran of the game. The lore still gives so much by telling so little , some bosses question the very purity of your journey and the final difficulty crescendo is a cherry on a pie. The Old One. The Maiden in Black. And you, the slayer of demons, eternally bound to the nexus. It’s strangely fresh and visually stunning thanks to the next gen. Must buy. And of course remember, you have a heart of gold and don’t let anyone take it from ya.… Expand
  67. flashstep111
    Nov 7, 2021
    10
    This game is worth every penny. A must own for any PS5 owner that loves adventure RPG and a challenge. The graphics and sound design are amazing. This was the first game I've ever played of the dark souls like games and I fell in love once I learned how to play the game. It just got better and better with each time I continued to play it. The satisfaction you get from overcoming anThis game is worth every penny. A must own for any PS5 owner that loves adventure RPG and a challenge. The graphics and sound design are amazing. This was the first game I've ever played of the dark souls like games and I fell in love once I learned how to play the game. It just got better and better with each time I continued to play it. The satisfaction you get from overcoming an obstacle or challenge is so rewarding. I highly highly recommend this game to anyone looking to delve into the genre. Lots of replayability, challenging, beautiful graphics, sound design and awesome gameplay. 10/10… Expand
  68. adamgamage
    Apr 11, 2021
    10
    This has to be my favorite game of the year and I doubt anything will surpass it!
  69. PadawanoTano
    Feb 3, 2021
    10
    I die way too much in this game but I absolutely love it!!!! It's done with so much love for the details Definitely a must play on the Ps5!
  70. TheOldHunter
    Feb 9, 2021
    10
    Fantastic remake of a great classic game, absolutely a must buy for anyone getting a PS5 :)
  71. Simsim1991
    Mar 23, 2021
    10
    This game is amazing! If like me you have never play to Demon's souls before this remake on PS5, when you start the game you will be annoying by the difficulty of this game and you will surely want to resell this game because it is to difficult. But if you decide to continue, you will understand the incredible pleasure that this game brings.
  72. RockFigo
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    Un juego con historia muy buena, apartado gráfico asombroso, dificultad elevada y muy buen sonido. No tiene errores y se disfruta mucho aunque por su dificultad se puede requerir una gran cantidad de horas.
  73. NikoSaki
    Jun 10, 2021
    9
    Great souls game. The graphic and gameplay are great. Very well put together game. A must play for souls fans.
  74. xbox_sucks_666
    Jul 27, 2021
    10
    PS exclusive games are always better than Xbox tras* games.
    These are just facts.
  75. VGConsoleAPE
    Sep 27, 2021
    10
    The launch title that singlehandedly took a dookie on Xbox Series X! I know Phil was in shambles when this one got announced. An incredible from the ground up remake of the game that started it all. Incredible presentation and audio with tight controls and fantastic gameplay. This is a must play for all PS5 owners! Great work Jim Ryan.
  76. Talitor
    Dec 4, 2020
    10
    A proper evolution of a classic game. With plenty of quality-of-life updates, it will feel just about as fresh as it did back in the day. The remaster missed a good opportunity to fix some of the issues that were very apparent in original Demon's Souls PvP, but purists would consider this being a good thing. With otherwise lackluster launch lineup, Demon's Souls brought it home. I can seeA proper evolution of a classic game. With plenty of quality-of-life updates, it will feel just about as fresh as it did back in the day. The remaster missed a good opportunity to fix some of the issues that were very apparent in original Demon's Souls PvP, but purists would consider this being a good thing. With otherwise lackluster launch lineup, Demon's Souls brought it home. I can see myself playing this for years to come.… Expand
  77. somegoodstuff
    Aug 22, 2021
    0
    Easily worst souls game of all time. It's just so empty and boring, as remake it should innovate, but it didn't at all.
  78. Gdgamer
    Nov 26, 2020
    1
    Набридли рімейки, ремастери та спінофи, почніть робити нові ігри, Соні.
  79. Fallen_Demon
    Nov 30, 2020
    2
    Extremely meh and 70 dollars for this? How about 40? That would be more fair. I have nothing against souls games, but this one is just awful.
  80. OdinsFox
    Dec 1, 2020
    10
    Pure amazing remake, so much better and easier to understand than the original. 3d audio is amazing as well from the controller
  81. Darkvenom39
    Apr 7, 2021
    9
    FAN FREAKING TASTIC!!! I just enjoyed every bit of it from start to finish and NG+.
    This game truly delivers on where the souls franchise could go on next with the new generation of hardware. 4K 60FPS and advanced textures make it seem so beautiful and the attention to detail is brilliant!
    If you own a PS5, then this is a MUST BUY! even if youre not much into souls games you still need    FAN FREAKING TASTIC!!! I just enjoyed every bit of it from start to finish and NG+.
    This game truly delivers on where the souls franchise could go on next with the new generation of hardware. 4K 60FPS and advanced textures make it seem so beautiful and the attention to detail is brilliant!
    If you own a PS5, then this is a MUST BUY! even if youre not much into souls games you still need to check this game out. It truly sticks to the root and original and delivers more to it with added stuff and secrets.
    Overall as someone who has played many souls games and im jumping into the father of souls games for the first time, i have to say that i am truly amazed!

    Tho one drawback why it isnt a 10 is because the game instantly sends you to NG+ after finishing the game. So if there were items and sidequests you wanted to check out before you finish the game then you would have to do everything all over again. To i dont mind to be honest lol its such an amazing game and a very amazing experience.    … Expand
  82. Mmartinez
    Feb 23, 2021
    10
    This is one of the most beautiful and well done remake I've ever played, it is completely original and respects so much the original game, we could say this game is the father of souls game, go wherever site you want to go this game is amazing and everyone is loving it, ignore the critics of the salty xbox guys at this site.
  83. busylast
    Dec 1, 2020
    10
    Absolutely stunning game. I played the original way back on the PS3 and was worried that this one would ruin my fond memories, and was kinda reluctant to buy it, but dam I am glad I did. It is definitely going down as one of my favorite games of all time. The controls are crisp, and the fact you can move in 360 degrees as opposed to the 4 directions of movement in the original isAbsolutely stunning game. I played the original way back on the PS3 and was worried that this one would ruin my fond memories, and was kinda reluctant to buy it, but dam I am glad I did. It is definitely going down as one of my favorite games of all time. The controls are crisp, and the fact you can move in 360 degrees as opposed to the 4 directions of movement in the original is amazing... Umbasa!… Expand
  84. Arcadias
    Mar 19, 2022
    0
    Dark, dreary, and depressing. Some adjectives I would use to describe this game. Unless you're a Souls fan, stay away. Not only is this game boring and lonely, it's also not easy. It's just not my type.
  85. Northlighforge
    Mar 30, 2022
    3
    I was optimistic about this one but I just can’t seem to get into it. There’s nothing special or particularly fun about it.
  86. CourseCorrectio
    Nov 30, 2020
    1
    Souls games have actually really small audience and i mean people who actually like to play them not use immortality mode on PC. Whoever uses mods with these games to get past bosses is not actually fan of these games. Whole point of these games is that you die 100 times on one boss until you beat it and then you move on to next boss to die another 100 times. Not many people care aboutSouls games have actually really small audience and i mean people who actually like to play them not use immortality mode on PC. Whoever uses mods with these games to get past bosses is not actually fan of these games. Whole point of these games is that you die 100 times on one boss until you beat it and then you move on to next boss to die another 100 times. Not many people care about this type of gameplay and to most people it's just absolute time waste and generally not fun. I'm one of those who finds these games extremely boring and just complete waste of time and enegery. If someone likes them, that's fine, but like i said it's actually pretty small audience who really like these games. I think Bloodborne is different because they actually went deeper with that one and made overall world more interesting, so that's why it was obviously more popular. I also like Bloodborne and it's also only souls game i really care about. Demon's Souls remake is most basic souls game you can ever find. It manages to be more boring than any other souls game ever and after playing it for 4 hours i just gave up, it was so pointlessly repetitive.… Expand
  87. DoubleBlades77
    Nov 30, 2020
    1
    It makes no sense to make Demon's Souls as launch title and then basically that's it for like 2 months? Really Sony? U serious? Well i didn't like it and now i'm like, time to play Assassin's Creed Valhalla and Cyberpunk 2077 i guess.
  88. Persona9999
    Nov 15, 2020
    10
    Best lunch game in history of gaming. The gAme is hard for those who will play for the first time a souls game. The grafic in tue game is absolutely perfect and the 60 fps in the preformerce mood is stable and in cinematic is 30 fps stabale. The bosses is awesome.
  89. Nowhere_
    Dec 1, 2020
    1
    Very boring remake, if i'm completely honest. Actually regretting buying it, not worth it.
  90. Maxkho
    Nov 15, 2020
    7
    I feel like both the praise and the criticism are valid. It is true that the game's graphics are amazing, as is as the artstyle, as is the loyalty to the original game as far as core gameplay goes. On the other hand, it is also true that the game is soulless, repetitive, and feels much more like a glorified Mortal Kombat campaign than a true fantasy RPG.

    Overall, though, I'd say that if    I feel like both the praise and the criticism are valid. It is true that the game's graphics are amazing, as is as the artstyle, as is the loyalty to the original game as far as core gameplay goes. On the other hand, it is also true that the game is soulless, repetitive, and feels much more like a glorified Mortal Kombat campaign than a true fantasy RPG.

    Overall, though, I'd say that if you know what you are signing up for (which is taking down some bosses and NPCs in a Souls-like fashion and environment), this game is 100% worth getting, and it will probably exceed your expectations due to how good the presentation is and how well it plays; but don't expect it to captivate your soul or provide some unique gaming experience, because that's clearly not what the developers were going for when they made this game.    … Expand
  91. KeithMyAxe
    Nov 15, 2020
    9
    Exelent recreation of the old game. Stays true to the original, and does a very good job at making you feel like your playing a brand new game.
  92. ALEXX84290
    Nov 14, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un juego espectacular, bluepoint a sabido mantener un equilibrio entre jugabilidad y estética, adaptando a la perfección el juego a los tiempos modernos.
    La torre de latria es unos de los niveles que mejor adaptaron, replicando esa sensación claustrofóbica y fúnebre combinada.
    En otras palabras un trabajo digno de aplaudir.    … Expand
  93. 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
  94. spaznick
    Nov 16, 2020
    9
    Cons:
    -SJW character creator "body type" vs. Male/Female (keep politics out of games please)
    -Lost some of the lore in the character design
    -Soundtrack is great, but not as oddly alien as the original (perf the original)
    -No 6th Archstone

    Pros:
    -Literally everything else
  95. Keko_veve
    Nov 16, 2020
    9
    Começando a geração bem Graficos lindos porem achei o jogo meio facil em relação ao original
  96. veraliton
    Dec 1, 2020
    10
    Gran juego y un remake grandioso. Para mi el mejor juego de PS5. Jugar a 60 fps y un 4K es toda una belleza.
  97. Przemun1304
    Dec 26, 2020
    9
    Oh my god. I wasn't expected that would be look so amazing.
    I played on PS3 many years ago, this remake showing a player a totally different feelings.
    Beautiful and stunning game.
    BluePoint made it again! Thank you for this remake
  98. churros
    May 1, 2022
    10
    Pros:
    + memorable bosses
    + stellar graphics
    + amazing atmosphere
    + amazing ost
    + amazing combat
    + enemy positioning
    + interesting lore
    + balanced

    Cons:
    - no respec
    - no explaining of world tendency
    - no sixth archstone
  99. Othman-ll
    Mar 25, 2021
    10
    This is the best game on ps5 so far... a bit difficult but when u get used to it its amazing. btw im not a soul fan and this is my first soul game
  100. BrandonEmpire
    Dec 3, 2020
    10
    Es de los pocos remake que valen completamente la pena, 100% recomendado. Gráficos y sonido increíbles, además mantiene la escancia del original casi intacta.
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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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