DOLMEN

 PlayStation 5
Metascore
60

Mixed or average reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 30
  3. Negative: 6 out of 30
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  1. Gaming Nexus
    May 19, 2022
    49
    I had a lot of high expectations for Dolmen, considering the premise and gameplay genre. Unfortunately, it botches just about every aspect of being a Souls-like game. There were many concerns that I could look past in the demo, but are inexcusable in a full release. Not only are the technical mechanics poorly implemented with inaccurate hitbox detection and animations, the artificial difficulty and long spans of nothingness make the game frustrating for all the wrong reasons.
  2. PlayStation Universe
    May 19, 2022
    45
    Dolmen attempts to add some potentially good ideas into the Soulsborne formula. Unfortunately, it misses the mark far too many times in important areas to make it worth the effort you need to play it. Great level aesthetic and enemy design are wasted on far-too-flawed combat. With so many other Soulsborne clones available, Dolmen can easily be passed up.
  3. Games.cz
    Jun 10, 2022
    40
    For every Elden Ring, there are many Dolmens. That doesn’t mean you should waste your time playing them.
  5. PlayStation Country
    May 31, 2022
    40
    Wearing its inspiration on its sleeve, Dolmen is a clear attempt at bringing the Souls-like to a sci-fi setting. However, the experience is hurt thanks to shoddy execution in almost all aspects. Featuring a non-committal narrative, poorly paced difficulty, and a general lack of polish in both single and multiplayer modes. Dolmen is difficult to recommend, especially when considering the competition out there, whether that be from more capable clones or From Software. We can only hope that the rare, good aspects are carried over into more proficient titles which are no doubt coming in the future.
  6. IGN Spain
    May 19, 2022
    40
    Dolmen arrives to the crowded soulslikes field with some valid ideas, but failing in the execution of each of its sections. If you're a fan of the FromSoftware formula, you'll find a few things to rescue, otherwise, I don't think this game is for you.
  7. PC Games
    May 19, 2022
    20
    I’ve played all sorts of Souls-likes, including some made primarily for mobile platforms, which is to say that I don’t necessarily need the highest production standards to enjoy the core formula. I’d be willing to forgive the laughable presentation, if the gameplay wasn’t equally bad. The game feels bad to control, the animations are stiff and clunky, the user interface is a farce, the level environments are criminally boring, crafting equipment is annoying and tedious, the bossfights are terribly designed – there’s next to nothing here that isn’t subpar. Granted, there are a few good ideas and boss mechanics in there, but all of them are either poorly executed or half-hearted. Dolmen is not only the worst Souls-like I’ve played yet, it’s also a good contender for one of this year’s worst games.
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  1. 3DJuegos
    May 19, 2022
    Dolmen is not the best SoulsLike ever, but if you love the genre and the sci-fi you may enjoy it.

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User Score
6.5

Mixed or average reviews- based on 24 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 24
  3. Negative: 8 out of 24
  1. Sikevillian22
    May 22, 2022
    2
    Dolmen is a ripoff soulslike clone that puts other soulslike games I enjoy to utter shame. Awful janky combat with overbloated enemy healthDolmen is a ripoff soulslike clone that puts other soulslike games I enjoy to utter shame. Awful janky combat with overbloated enemy health bars in trash mobs with the worst stamina regen I've seen yet. Bad checkpoints that leave you frustrated & forcing you to teleport back to the base all the time if you wanna upgrade or tinker with crap you never was explained how to use in the first place..Obnoxious untelegraphed attacks from enemies with BS One shot kill mechanics built to waste your time... The UI & Hud are a eyesore.. Besides all the buggy glitchy filled mess I experienced in just the first 30 mins of the game to my character locking up unable to attack or dodge attacks to a sound glitch that mutes all sound as your playing the game forcing a restart. There is also a game breaking bug that can erase all your progress upon teleporting during specific places. I can understand what the Devs were trying to accomplish but I think they missed the point out what makes a decent soulslike. Very disappointing and the worst soulslike game I've ever played.… Full Review »
  2. Gamer69420
    May 21, 2022
    10
    ONE DOLMILLION COPIES SOLD!!! ONE OF THE GREATEST GAMES EVER CONCIEVED! ELDEN RING MORE LIKE DOLMEN RIPOFF! this game is bad dont buy it
  3. PMG-Writer
    Jul 3, 2022
    7
    At the same time, "Dolmen" should be a really good game. The story is well told and drives you through the game. Currently, there are someAt the same time, "Dolmen" should be a really good game. The story is well told and drives you through the game. Currently, there are some bugs and coordination problems in the game. However, if you bravely fight your way through, you will be graced with a good combat system and interesting levels. Nevertheless, you will experience frustrating moments throughout the game. On the whole, "Dolmen" is successful, but also has some weaknesses. Currently, fans of the genre should rather go back to the title "Elden Ring" and hope for patches.… Full Review »
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