Elden Ring

 PlayStation 5
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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 12214 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 2,341 out of 12214
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  1. Slashgr86
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    OK I'll try to be honest here. I have to say that this game is the BEST I've seen in years... It's massive its combat is great its rewarding and honestly is addictive. I don't get how ppl rate this badly, maybe it's not for every1 idk... Only bad thing is that after playing and finishing this every other game is gonna feel like pacman. 10/10 for me!
  2. jortegag81
    Feb 27, 2022
    9
    Excellent game, very fun. You are bound to die a looooooot of times, but that's part of the fun, as you will learn from your mistakes and eventually overcome all difficulties. Loving it so far.
  3. PhilScoresStuff
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    A dream come true for Souls fans. Elden Ring perfected nearly every feature.
  4. Eldenring3106
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    This is perfect. I really really love this kind of games I think except the optimization problems everyone would enjoy it much better than now
  5. Bustweiser
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    12 hours in and I’m not even close to being done. Do not worry about optimization that’s really only on pc and somewhat on Xbox. The ps5 is the best way to play and oh my god is it a masterpiece of gaming. You can do what you want at any time you want. It is difficult yes but manageable it just takes time. The people complaining about it being too hard just don’t have enough patience. It’s12 hours in and I’m not even close to being done. Do not worry about optimization that’s really only on pc and somewhat on Xbox. The ps5 is the best way to play and oh my god is it a masterpiece of gaming. You can do what you want at any time you want. It is difficult yes but manageable it just takes time. The people complaining about it being too hard just don’t have enough patience. It’s not a copy paste of Ds3 the people only played like 3 minutes of Both games. It’s a great game. The optimization IS NOT A PROBLEM ON PS5. The people talking about it are probably talking about the pc port. They just don’t realize they are on the ps5 copy of the game… Expand
  6. LovingDan
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    This game is a masterpiece, but due to technical problems, they cannot be enjoyed.
  7. 5551raul
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Probably one of the best if not best game I have played of all time, really
  8. ozeearts
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    It has everything I love about souls games, but on top it has exploration like BotW and Skyrim. It's a dream come true imo. This is as good as it gets for me. 10/10.

    60fps arent stable on PS5. It dips to the 40 and 50s occasionally, but that doesn't affect my enjoyment of this game at all.
  9. Teroniss
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Enjoying the game. Has a lot of content and feels slightly overwhelming at times. Right amount of Souls level nonsense to scratch my itch
  10. Plaminator
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Awesome. Just awesome. This game is the epitome of from software creativity. If you enjoyed Dark souls, Bloodborne or even Sekiro you will like this. Don't listen to all these noobs saying the game is bad, just because they suck at it.
  11. Just-hunter9
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    What a wonderful game i cant explain this masterpiece 10/10 The best game from fs
  12. broodey
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    beautiful world , lack of boring dialogue , pushes you to adapt different strategies , huge variety of weapons and skills . it is a great game
  13. MathiasBS
    Feb 26, 2022
    8
    I’m an avid From Software player, having beaten all their previous Soulsborne games. I’m currently 8 hours into Elden Ring, and I think it’s great. It’s basically Dark Souls with some Sekiro and Bloodborne elements, set in an open world.

    However, as some of the more critical people are stating, I agree that the open world is actually TOO big for it’s own good. Even though the dungeons are    I’m an avid From Software player, having beaten all their previous Soulsborne games. I’m currently 8 hours into Elden Ring, and I think it’s great. It’s basically Dark Souls with some Sekiro and Bloodborne elements, set in an open world.

    However, as some of the more critical people are stating, I agree that the open world is actually TOO big for it’s own good. Even though the dungeons are super neat, I feel like I spend too much time riding around aimlessly on horseback looking for secrets. There is a lot of secrets to find though, but there’s also plenty of big empty areas littered with ruins that look like they could be explorable, but they are not. The horse combat also holds it back a little; when riding a horse, many of the bosses and enemies in the open world becomes very easy and requires little skill, which I think is a shame. Having just finished Sekiro before this, I also feel like that combat is a step back in terms of clunkyness. That being said, it’s still really good and the sense of discovery and wonder is amazing. Not a 10/10 in my book (so far), but still a damn good game.    … Expand
  14. SBH313
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Such a masterpiece!!! Its amazing in all parts except stability and performance.
    Ps5 version running acceptable on performance mode but could be better.
  15. fatmoron
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    I'm about 15 hours in and confident that by the end of my playthrough I'll consider this my favorite FromSoft game (I've played and loved all of them since Demons Souls). This is their formula at its best, adapted thoughtfully to an expansive and captivating open world environment. While it's not for everyone, I do think it's the best entry point for anybody new to the franchise.
  16. Areegos
    Nov 27, 2022
    10
    we need games like this, this game has very cool and beautiful artdesign, hard and interesting gameplay, i love this game
  17. Marwan95
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    This is the game i have been waiting for
    The graphics are nice and the world is so huge that i can take hours and hours to go through it
  18. Odyus
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    The game is still full of glitches but once they are all patched this will be one of the greatest games to ever exist
  19. BanzBanana
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Elden Ring is the best game of this year so far no doubt. The Gameplay is so good! The freedom of open world is astonishing asis the world. By playing Astrologer it allows you to enjoy this World without getting your ass kicked every time. Great Game. I am like 25 hours in and I love it. It pretends to be the best game ever for me. But so far Witcher 3 keeps its position. As of right nowElden Ring is the best game of this year so far no doubt. The Gameplay is so good! The freedom of open world is astonishing asis the world. By playing Astrologer it allows you to enjoy this World without getting your ass kicked every time. Great Game. I am like 25 hours in and I love it. It pretends to be the best game ever for me. But so far Witcher 3 keeps its position. As of right now it is second when it comes to Gameplay and beauty of the world.
    Edit: I finished it. Took me like 90 hours but it was totally worth it. Made all 3 endings and got the platinum trophy om ps5. Game is astonishing. I keep to everything I wrote above. I highly recommend playing it.    … Expand
  20. dairyisfine
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    the video game is good. i like the horsie and how you can swing your sword around. i'm only docking 0.0000000000001 points because there is a lack of monster trucks and hot babes in this video game. overall, very cool. good amount of water.
  21. Pizzawhere
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Fromsoftware's Magnum Opus! Absolutely beautiful.
    Haters - Try pickle or git gud.
  22. likea24
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    This game has a pretty world with bosses to encounter. One of the best fromsoftware games to date
  23. Zski
    Mar 20, 2022
    10
    For full transparency, I never liked any of the other Souls games. This is my favorite of the Souls games that I have played. This is because the game feels easier, with many battles being optional and the open world allowing for stealth approaches, so it’s more welcoming to people who aren’t diehard fans like myself. The open world definitely makes this the most accessible of all theFor full transparency, I never liked any of the other Souls games. This is my favorite of the Souls games that I have played. This is because the game feels easier, with many battles being optional and the open world allowing for stealth approaches, so it’s more welcoming to people who aren’t diehard fans like myself. The open world definitely makes this the most accessible of all the games, and the way they drop you into the open world with minimal guidance or objectives is very cool. The game forces you to explore which is a pleasure because the world is beautiful. I also like how they encourage natural exploration and curiosity unlike other open world games which flood your minimap with 20 different icons. The game really shines in the aesthetic design of the world and it really feels like it captures the dark fantasy theme, especially the color palettes - the first area has the green colored skies and the golden colored clouds, it almost looks like a metal album cover. The world really is visually stunning, and with each additional section of the map that you uncover, you begin to realize how vast and varying the environments are. The game has interesting lore, but the very spread out story and lack of opportunities to learn more about the lore just make it a visual experience. Even the rare NPC that yoy come across doesn’t really offer anything of interest. The graphics are good, and really add to the intrigue of the world. While it is beautiful and has interesting lore sprinkled throughout, it feels like a bit of a boring world. It’s big, it’s empty, the enemies are randomly scattered throughout, but there isn’t much substance there beyond the visuals. There are few random NPCs, and if you find any, usually it’s one person standing in the middle of nowhere. I do love the aesthetics of the world, unfortunately it’s just a bit of an uninteresting world because it’s rather empty and the lore is way too spread out. The sound is terrible - limited music, repetitive sound effects, generic ambient noise, it’s almost necessary to listen to a podcast or music when you play this game. One thing I always hated about the Souls games was the controls, and there are no different here. It always feels like it’s lacking any fluidity and it feels very rigid, and I don’t understand the praise Souls fans give these robotic motions. Even the button combinations are very confusing - even after ten hours of gameplay I still do the incorrect input during the heat of battle. The AI is also brick stupid, enemies will stop in their tracks to look at you, and if you step back, they just continue following their assigned path. The only major issue I had with the game was that it explains so little, I felt that I had to spend way too much time on Google figuring out how to do something simple like equip a spell. The entire game has a long learning curve - I didn’t care for the first 5 hours of the game at all, but when it clicked with me, I started enjoying it.

    All in all, I enjoyed the game more than any of the other Souls games, and I generally disliked most of the others. Adding the open world to the Souls formula was a necessary change to capture a wider audience like myself. I’m hoping future Souls games keep the open world. While the game is nowhere near as good as Breath of the Wild, it does replicate similar feelings of exploration, which I don’t think many games have captured. It’s a good game with a lot to offer, but to call this a perfect game is simply inaccurate. It’s big, it’s beautiful, it’s empty, and it’s clunky.

    EDIT: I left my same review up but increased the score from a 7 to an 8. It finally clicked with me. Still not worthy of anywhere near the 97 critic score, but it’s a great game. The bread and butter of the game is its ability to sow natural curiosity and exploration.

    EDIT 2: I have never revised an interview once, let alone twice, but I felt compelled to increase the score from an 8 to a 9. The learning curve is brutal, but once it clicks, it’s fantastic. The world is much larger than I initially expected, and I want to continue seeing what more there is, especially since I know I’m nowhere near halfway through the game. Unfortunately I don’t think I’ll ever give it a 10, the narrative is weak, I still find the controls to be cumbersome, I still find the world to be a little too empty. But this game really did blow me away.    … Expand
  24. BigBoss1
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    A masterpiece that will go down as one of the best games ever made great world building and lore satisfying gameplay great bosses amazing level desing ... just about everything is great.
  25. Tal_Do_Pao
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    O jogo está incrível, compre sem medo e não irá se decepcionar. Chora mais, hater nutella
  26. vyakopov
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    It's a perfect mix of Dark Souls and OpenWorld, the Performance is good (Gtx 1070) but maybe I got lucky this time xd.
  27. gamerguy90
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    I’m an avid lover of all things SoulsBorne and Elden Ring is the magnum opus of From Software. This isn’t just the best From Software game, it’s quite literally one of the best games I’ve ever played.
  28. Ahmedirk
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    One of the best games i have ever played
    the background and lore of the game. Each of the locations, objects, characters are in one place for a reason.
    Elden ring has the best "feeling" combat out of all of Fromsoftware games.
  29. NathanDrake3
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    One of the best games i ever played Fromsoftware again with a masterpiece that sets a standard in open world design.
  30. Falstrad
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    One of the best games from FS, an open world that is fantastic and an exquisite artistic desing. FS in high level. Well, nothing to say, i will go to play more.
  31. Casjamin
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Amazing. One of the best games ever made, No doubt. Combat, Music and the lore. All of it is amazing
  32. Dom007
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Fantastic game. Screw the haters. Yes there are some stutters but they don't occur very often. The exploration and combat are god tier. I've cleared out two major areas and the amount of variety in content is amazing. I'm giving this game a 10 now because I know it will be a 10 when I finish it. Its only going to get better from this point from what I've heard.
  33. Nightinegale
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    At first, I was skeptical about From Software adding an open world to this game but I have to say I am very happy that they did because there are so many meaningful rewards around every corner. Like, unique things to find that can be game-changing and a lot of it is optional or hidden. It is definitely one of the best games that From Soft has ever made.
  34. unsunghero14
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Of all the games I've played recently, never has a game gave me so much fun than Elden Ring. Granted that there are glitches, I am relieved that Fromsoft is developing patches to fix said bugs.

    Now on to the aspects of the game. The Gameplay is top notch boss battles keeps you at the edge of your seat and certainly incredibly fun! Graphics are jaw dropping and music is so good. If you    Of all the games I've played recently, never has a game gave me so much fun than Elden Ring. Granted that there are glitches, I am relieved that Fromsoft is developing patches to fix said bugs.

    Now on to the aspects of the game. The Gameplay is top notch boss battles keeps you at the edge of your seat and certainly incredibly fun! Graphics are jaw dropping and music is so good. If you wish to start a Souls game then definitely Elden Ring is for you. Dont pass up this incredibly fun game just because of difficulty. Anyone can overcome it with patience and perserverence. 10/10 indeed    … Expand
  35. Leandroalexis
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Outstanding gameplay mechanics - Fromsoftware brings key elements from previous games and implements them on a very thoughtful manner on elden ring. Superb gameplay, impressive open world, amazing weapons and mechanics (love the mounted fights) and new characters introduced.

    A dream for the souls fans, and a friendlier welcome to new players as well. If you’re hoping only for top notch    Outstanding gameplay mechanics - Fromsoftware brings key elements from previous games and implements them on a very thoughtful manner on elden ring. Superb gameplay, impressive open world, amazing weapons and mechanics (love the mounted fights) and new characters introduced.

    A dream for the souls fans, and a friendlier welcome to new players as well.

    If you’re hoping only for top notch graphics and movie-like storytelling, this game is not for you. It is a gameplay-focused game.    … Expand
  36. Nitokaise
    Feb 26, 2022
    9
    Yup, its good .
  37. PunishedAres
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    If you enjoy the Soulslike Genre of video games, this is the ultimate version of said experience. Hidetaka Miyazaki and George R. R. Martin built a vastly unique and explorable open world where every corner is packed with content.

    Must buy!.
  38. ArcangelBack
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    El juego está muy bueno, no es dark souls y de ahí toca partir, los gráficos están buenos y el mundo abierto es interesante de explorar, como todo juego no es perfecto desde su lanzamiento, estoy seguro que irá mejorando.
  39. FalkP
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Absolute Masterpiece. Best of all Soulsborne games mixed with a wonderful open world.
  40. Passionjvoe78
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Jeux excellent vraiment très grand jeu stop les avis des haters vraiment un grand qui restera longtemps dans le jv
  41. Wunpleum
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    It's my second time playing game from From Software (the first one is Bloodborne) but man this game is so beautiful. It's hard but it's calm and the environment is gorgeous.
  42. tiwi110197
    Mar 22, 2022
    10
    Incredible game with amazing art direction, amazing atmospher, and great soundtrack.
  43. EFOMA
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE!!!
    10/10 I recommend it yo everyone And also for performance it works incredibly well,
  44. F3sh1n0d4
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Maior obra prima da Fromsoftware, mundo massivo com muitos itens e segredos, dificuldade como sempre balanceada, diversos tipos de inimigos e builds, e os cenários mais lindos de todos os tempos em jogos da From
  45. metallord1968
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    In this day and age, games that have massive amounts of hype often don't deliver (I am looking at you Cyberpunk 2077 and Anthem) However, Elden Ring is thankfully not one of them and has not only delivered but surpassed my expectations. It takes everything that made each Soulbourne games good and combines into one package with a beautiful open well to explore. However, there's just oneIn this day and age, games that have massive amounts of hype often don't deliver (I am looking at you Cyberpunk 2077 and Anthem) However, Elden Ring is thankfully not one of them and has not only delivered but surpassed my expectations. It takes everything that made each Soulbourne games good and combines into one package with a beautiful open well to explore. However, there's just one issue and that's performance which isn't ideal but, does it deserve being review bombed? absolutely not as it will more than likely be ironed out with a few patches. I don't understand why gamers can't accept that some games will have slight issues and isn't going to be perfect at launch and it's not like it's completely broken either.… Expand
  46. helpermonkey
    Mar 4, 2022
    10
    Lol, the User Score Wars continue. "If I feel disappointed in any way then it's a 0/0 score!" Look, this is absolutely a 10/10 game *if you like Souls games*. Yes it's only a moderate upgrade to DS3 graphics and the gameplay is very similar to previous FromSoftware Souls games but what did users expect it to be? Of course that's what it is. All the gameplay footage and teasers showedLol, the User Score Wars continue. "If I feel disappointed in any way then it's a 0/0 score!" Look, this is absolutely a 10/10 game *if you like Souls games*. Yes it's only a moderate upgrade to DS3 graphics and the gameplay is very similar to previous FromSoftware Souls games but what did users expect it to be? Of course that's what it is. All the gameplay footage and teasers showed exactly that. Why would all these users giving it a 0 or 3 think it was supposed to be something that it has never claimed to be? Again, if you like previous Souls games, this is a fantastic entry. It has all the mechanics explored in DS, Bloodborne and Sekiro thrown into a fun and addictive open world platform. If you disliked those games, you'll dislike this one. If you're simply giving it a 0 score because it was "overhyped" then you weren't paying even a little attention to its development. If you expected "Skyrim" gameplay or "Horizon" graphics then you know nothing about FromSoftware.
    It's a great game for Souls fans exactly in the way all the previous Souls entries have been great.    … Expand
  47. ScottyTB
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    One of the Greatest video games I have played since I first played Pong on Atari. Amazing where technology has come in the last couple decades. I really hope this paves the way for companies to continue to push the limits and take the time needed to create amazing titles.

    As a side note.. they should require people to play for a certain time frame before being able to review. All games    One of the Greatest video games I have played since I first played Pong on Atari. Amazing where technology has come in the last couple decades. I really hope this paves the way for companies to continue to push the limits and take the time needed to create amazing titles.

    As a side note.. they should require people to play for a certain time frame before being able to review.
    All games suck in the first hour you play them... generally you need to give at least 5 hours of your time to give an accurate assessment IMO    … Expand
  48. Enhok
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Simple as that, one of the best game of this generation, if not the very BEST.
    Graphics (on pc) are exceptional with high framerate on medium/high end pc, sounds it's perfection, the world is astonishing and the gameplay is simply perfect, A MASTERPIECE, don't trust people who give less than 10 as a vote, cause this is the ULTIMATE souls experience.
  49. aleral
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Top 3 best games ever made, easily. I havent felt this hooked to a game in YEARS! 10/10
  50. MatthewDavisMed
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    Oh yes! If you've been a long time fan of FromSoftware, then this game has everything a fan could want. Insane difficulty, a gorgeous setting, epic bosses, and tons of quests that'll keep you playing 'til the end of time. This is easily FromSoftware's best since Bloodborne. (Perhaps even a little better than that.)
  51. Antares_87
    Nov 13, 2022
    10
    Much better than God of war ragnarok, Elder Ring it's a true videogame not an interactive movie
  52. clippers334
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    A masterpiece. Only people who don’t like it are people who can’t get good.
  53. suli559
    Mar 22, 2022
    10
    Incredibly well made game. Never have i ever enjoyed exploring as much as i did in this game. Finally a map with not a single icon on it, you start with an empty map, whatever you explore gets added to the map. The online mode is also incredibly fun. Deserves all the perfect scores it got.
  54. Stevie-e
    Apr 10, 2022
    10
    Outstanding game. People putting zero score reviews are just moronic... Put down your controllers and go find another hobby.
  55. Scofieldelux
    Mar 2, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Garbage why? Because its ds game and ds game ı'm very hate 0000000000000000… Expand
  56. Teeus
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The greatest game I have ever played. The level design is the finest I've seen in any game and the main bosses are phenomenal. Every student studying game design should look to this game as an example of how non-linear level design should be approached.; Lyndell especially. The music is on-point with some of the finest boss themes I have ever heard (Godrick, Godfrey, and Mohg especially). What From has managed to accomplish here will go down in the annals of gaming history as a timeless masterpiece.… Expand
  57. Susssy
    Mar 2, 2022
    10
    50 hours in, still only beat 2 main dungeons.
    This game is so dense with content, filled to the brim exactly the right ammount of content a open world should have, despite trying so hard to hide it all from you.
    The game is as a friend that i was playing with said"a screenshot generator". Absolute masterpiece.
  58. Oldman09
    Mar 2, 2022
    10
    First time playing a FromSoftware game and I am absolutely amazed by the game. I will admit, the game is hard, but it allows you such freedom to explore and come back later to those "hell areas", making them more manageable once you are better prepared. Been a while since I have been so submerged in a game. Definitely worth the purchase.
  59. Oscargogo123
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    Bets game ever, best open word map! Marry Ranni won’t you? Hard game to play, but enjoyable
  60. bigdc666
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    Nostalgia. It's big business now. Seems like everyone is cashing in on 80's and 90's kids childhoods. But why? Why are people willing to pay money for something old and possibly obsolete? The simple answer is bliss. That exhilaration of feeling something new, The unlimited Thrill of receiving a reword for achieving what felt like an imposable goal that only a child can know. The first timeNostalgia. It's big business now. Seems like everyone is cashing in on 80's and 90's kids childhoods. But why? Why are people willing to pay money for something old and possibly obsolete? The simple answer is bliss. That exhilaration of feeling something new, The unlimited Thrill of receiving a reword for achieving what felt like an imposable goal that only a child can know. The first time you were excited and scared at the same time, The friendships...friendships before drama, when the only thing required to be friends was that you were all young and ignorant of an adult world. As we know being an adult isn't nearly as exciting and is rarely fun. So of course people (like me) in there 30's 40's and 50's will pay cash for a chance at feeling that bliss, if only for a single second, if only one more time.

    Video games were my very first love. Karate Kid on the NES is the first game I remember playing. And it called to me. The colors racing by, the thrill of surviving one more screen as I scrolled right kicking and punching. Then at the local arcade it was WWF Wrestlefest and Afterburner that gave me that same thrill, That sense of pure bliss. Other games made me feel that way over the years. But it came fewer and farther between as I got older. And it wasn't just games feel this way. It was going to a new friends house for the first time, playing in a construction area at night, riding my first wheelie on my bike, my first ollie, exploring abandoned houses with my friends. when we were kids it was pure bliss all the time.

    As life carries on, there are still wonders. the first time being intimate with someone, falling in love, your first promotion at work. But for most of us our day to day life's have become the status quo, go to work, be a good parent, and a good spouse. But no matter how good your life turns out, for a lot of us there will always be a longing for that bliss. That feeling of discovery we had so many years ago.

    Eldon Ring absolutely makes me feel that way again. I cant exactly say why. I never liked any of the other games made by FROM software. In fact I disliked them. But this game has kept me on the edge of my seat for the 30 hours I've put into it. I'm glued to my TV in a way that I haven't been for years. My heart races, and my adrenaline has been off the charts! Not just the game either, I've had my laptop In front of me the whole time, on forums, wiki's, and watching YouTube videos. Its the most "fun" I've had as long as I can remember. Around every corner is something new and exciting, every cave, Ruin, or castle is just absolutely filled with discovery. The constant fear of losing your progressions is ever looming giving this game that fear and excitement feeling from my youth. There is nothing like discovering an area with no messages anywhere and knowing you might be the first player to ever find this place. It's constant exhilaration.

    I could get into the mechanics, the graphics, what features the game has or lacks. But I wont. I could talk about the length of the game. But I also wont, Because for me it doesn't matter. Im 30 hours in and if the game ended now, or lasted another 100 hours I would consider it the greatest game ever made. What I do care about is how this game makes me feel. And it makes me feel like a kid again. Not for a second, but for hours. I never thought I would feel these kinds of emotions again. And for that I am so thankful.

    I usually dont write reviews, But I had to let someone somewhere know how amazing this game is. In my opinion this game is without a doubt the G.O.A.T..    … Expand
  61. Jack_The_Ripper
    Mar 20, 2022
    10
    Fantastic game! Lots of content, challenging combat, many combinations of creating characters and huge open world. Money well spent!
  62. DexEngineer
    Mar 8, 2022
    9
    Great game, joy of playing rpg I haven't experienced for some time. no grphic issue on my machine. if you like fantasy rpg, definetly try this one. thumb up!
  63. Sfafard
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    A Souls game to it's core, with the most breathtaking world design I have ever explored.
  64. raiden5
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    The game is perfect, the sense of exploration and lost is great, the feeling of danger and lonely, the mystery and the very deep combat mechanics...all is so simple and so... magical. The powerful boss and the feeling you must be stronger and stronger to make it is so excite. Thanks From software, your games is always so special and different, stay on that way. Stay close with your fansThe game is perfect, the sense of exploration and lost is great, the feeling of danger and lonely, the mystery and the very deep combat mechanics...all is so simple and so... magical. The powerful boss and the feeling you must be stronger and stronger to make it is so excite. Thanks From software, your games is always so special and different, stay on that way. Stay close with your fans and close your ears to all others.… Expand
  65. xeenis
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    The definition of a Masterpiece game. An endless world with the best story telling of all souls game
  66. Clerville
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    I think that everyone is entitled to their opinion, but when reviewing a game you shouldn’t rate a game extremely low just because it wasn’t your cup of tea or it was too difficult. This game achieves SO much on so many fronts, and the love and care that went into making the game is SO apparent from the moment you step out into Elden Rings’ expansive, giant, monumental, unfathomable world.I think that everyone is entitled to their opinion, but when reviewing a game you shouldn’t rate a game extremely low just because it wasn’t your cup of tea or it was too difficult. This game achieves SO much on so many fronts, and the love and care that went into making the game is SO apparent from the moment you step out into Elden Rings’ expansive, giant, monumental, unfathomable world. Yes, this may not be your type of game, but that doesn't mean it is a bad game or that you should rate it low. I believe this game is a monumental achievement in gaming and ON TOP OF THAT I enjoy every single little thing about it. Put both those things together and you have a 10/10 game from me. Can't wait to stop writing this and go back to playing.… Expand
  67. OdoubleP
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    The greatest souls-like of all time created by the creators of the soul-like genre, who could’ve guessed? If you don’t like souls-like games, then no this game is not for you. However the rest of us? We’re eating good right now! What a game. I know PC players are having optimisation problems which I’m sure FS will address asap. However on the PS5, despite what you’ve heard, the only issuesThe greatest souls-like of all time created by the creators of the soul-like genre, who could’ve guessed? If you don’t like souls-like games, then no this game is not for you. However the rest of us? We’re eating good right now! What a game. I know PC players are having optimisation problems which I’m sure FS will address asap. However on the PS5, despite what you’ve heard, the only issues I’ve had after 20+ hours of gameplay is minor frame rate drops… and I do mean MINOR! I’ve had more technical issues with Horizon: Forbidden West (another incredible game btw) than I have with this game. Once again, incredible game. 10/10… Expand
  68. Otacon_
    Mar 6, 2022
    10
    It's breath of the ring. What more could you possibly want? Absolute masterpiece.
  69. srafdssa
    Sep 11, 2022
    10
    Pure class, the best game From Software so far, for me personally nothing will be better then Bloodborne design but Elden Ring its like bigger game. GOTY 2022.
  70. Yaozza
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    So I have had a colossal amount of fun with this game and went on here to read what others are saying and boy was I surprised, until I read the reviews. They have fundamentally misunderstood what this game is, and isn't. And some complaints are just petty.

    Most of the negative reviews seem to not understand the well established formula that FromSoftware games have had for 15 years. Why    So I have had a colossal amount of fun with this game and went on here to read what others are saying and boy was I surprised, until I read the reviews. They have fundamentally misunderstood what this game is, and isn't. And some complaints are just petty.

    Most of the negative reviews seem to not understand the well established formula that FromSoftware games have had for 15 years. Why would they change it now?

    No the game doesn't have a quest-log. For me this adds to the immersion and my curiosity. How do I reach that tower? Where did that NPC say he was going next? This is also a formula that FromSoftware has worked with since Demon's souls and harkens back to RPG:s and adventure games from the 1990:s so I don't understand the outrage.

    The game can be hard, yes, but why should all games be for all people? I don't particularly like Naughty dogs games but if you do then more power to you. I'm not gonna write a review on Uncharted saying I wish it had enormous swords instead of guns and rate it 0. That would be dumb. I understand that those games are not for me.

    There most certainly is a story. Again, this storytelling technique might not be for everyone but it has worked for FromSoftware for a long time and I for one quite like it. Why do people think they would then release a linear cinematic experience when that is not the kind of game they make. This honestly baffles me.

    This is already my favorite game of the last few years and on my top ten. And I'm not even close to done with it. There's so much to explore, bosses to kill and upgrades to get. It has given me a sense of childlike wonder like no other game has for ages.

    It does have some performance issues but I haven't encountered any game breaking or lasting issues on PS5. I'm also sure that the frame rate issues are gonna get patched out in a matter of weeks.

    This game is huge and is getting bigger with every stone I turn. I accidentally found a huge hidden city with two boss fights in it. I was in that moment awestruck by the sheer scale of this game. In my opinion, if you like RPG/adventure games and is OK with dying as a game mechanic, this game is a must play and for me the experience is a 10/10.

    Sorry for the long post. I got so confused by the reviews I had to write down my thoughts.    … Expand
  71. Crimson83
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    So either there are a lot of trolls or a lot of people who started the game died a couple times and then came here to leave a 0. This game is fantastic and this is coming from someone who has only completed one FromSoft game with it being Sekiro. I have played the other games and own most of them. And anyone saying that these games don't innovate have zero idea what their talking about.So either there are a lot of trolls or a lot of people who started the game died a couple times and then came here to leave a 0. This game is fantastic and this is coming from someone who has only completed one FromSoft game with it being Sekiro. I have played the other games and own most of them. And anyone saying that these games don't innovate have zero idea what their talking about. The reason this game works so well is because it is using and fine-tuning everything that came before it. Someone on here says, "All you do is spam L1 and R1". Yeah good luck breaking enemy guards without using shield parries, jump attacks , charge attacks, and your special abilities. "The world is boring" You must not have left the main menu. This is the most natural and varied world design of any open world game. Period. You can't go five minutes in any direction without running into something of interest, whether that be an enemy, hidden area or even just an amazing view. Sure the engine they use is dated and needs some serious updating. But they used their art direction to it's fullest and the game looks gorgeous for how old the engine is. The game has bigs and stutters but nothing I have seen on my Base PS4 that leads me to feel it can't be fixed with a patch or two. The music, character and monster design, the world flow and design. All of it is top notch. And then you have the different builds and abilities you use that give each character numerous ways to play. They also changed how progression works. Before if a boss was too hard you were pretty much stuck until you could get past them. Now if someone is kicking your teeth in, just leave. Yup. Go adventure. Find other things to do. Find new gear and spells. Come back when you're more prepared. That takes a massive load of of any new players because the fun isn't just put on hold until you can beat this boss. You can go have fun elsewhere. So yeah, as someone who was very skeptical if they would like this game let me say that this is a game that needs to be experienced and don't let some troll tell you otherwise.… Expand
  72. GeaKay
    Mar 6, 2022
    9
    This is one amazing game. I had to request a refund on PC and buy it for PS since the PC port was horrible. The game would not even start.
    However, now I'm playing it on PS and I am enjoying it so much. The design, game play, lore, and the secrets and the scenery are simply impressing. By the way, there is no "surprise mechanics" in this game, so Dice, EA and many others should start    This is one amazing game. I had to request a refund on PC and buy it for PS since the PC port was horrible. The game would not even start.
    However, now I'm playing it on PS and I am enjoying it so much. The design, game play, lore, and the secrets and the scenery are simply impressing. By the way, there is no "surprise mechanics" in this game, so Dice, EA and many others should start taking notes!
    The inventory system needs some updates, the community of Elden Ring is strong and very helpful, and this is definitely not a game you want to rush. Take your sweet time because you are not competing with streamers, enjoy it at your own pace. Good luck and have fun.    … Expand
  73. Daimoz
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    This is my first souls game and i totally hated it,but then i put 10 more hours into it and i love it and its one of my favorite games of all time.So much to explore,learn,build.
  74. AL4I
    Mar 2, 2022
    10
    well well where to start
    havent finished the game yet but as far as I progressed the game looks stunning with lots of stuf to discover, explore and much more this is one of the best games of all time
    and please dont look at some people give such scores as 0 1 or things like that thet bought the game just cause of the meta and didnt know whats this game is about they dont know soulsborne    well well where to start
    havent finished the game yet but as far as I progressed the game looks stunning with lots of stuf to discover, explore and much more this is one of the best games of all time
    and please dont look at some people give such scores as 0 1 or things like that
    thet bought the game just cause of the meta and didnt know whats this game is about they dont know soulsborne so yeah they do that    … Expand
  75. juanamor
    Mar 2, 2022
    10
    It's massive and yet it always distills quality. Insane level design and open world. Constant surprises. Dreamlike artwork.
  76. pjtaylor2011
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    From Soft have taken the best bits of their previous games, the variety of Dark Souls environments, the more aggressive combat system of blood bourne and the stealth and traversal systems of Sekiro. Dumped them into a open world you cant not want to explore and added some new mechanics, such as horse combat, ashes of war and spirit summons. The result, (if you're a fan of the gruellingFrom Soft have taken the best bits of their previous games, the variety of Dark Souls environments, the more aggressive combat system of blood bourne and the stealth and traversal systems of Sekiro. Dumped them into a open world you cant not want to explore and added some new mechanics, such as horse combat, ashes of war and spirit summons. The result, (if you're a fan of the gruelling nature of the games) is a opus magnum, a game that will be referred to in years, not months, to come. Some New players will undoubtedly overwhelmed by the mass of unexplained menu mechanics..It took me 15 minutes to realise I had the ability to summon my steed and then had to work out how to equip the ability. My best advice to newbies is to realise the biggest attribute to level up isn't your strength or Intelligence of your avatar, rather than level up the actual players patience level.. If you're not patient, the game will destroy you...Enjoy :)… Expand
  77. GamerZero
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    I love, love, love this game. Playing Elden Ring is like playing a work of art that lets the player experience development rather than just the character. No elitist woke preaching, no agendas, just an amazing game worth every penny and second.
  78. albodoin
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    The best Souls game if not the best open world I have ever played. Mysterious, challenging and full of surprises. This is what I was waiting for since they announced it few years ago and they did deliver a masterpiece. I saw many users reviewing this game les than 5 for stupid reasons, don't listen to them and praise the sun!
  79. mvnu
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    elden ring is simply the best videogame ever made, is as simple as that. eternally thankful to miyazaki and the from crew
  80. dndb301
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    I can't stop playing this game.
    I'm completely fascinated by a world full of exploration that reminds me of the Elder Scroll series.
  81. Spikeygiant
    Mar 10, 2022
    9
    Extremely entertaining! Good learning curve and the world design is amazing.

    But would have loved some more non aggressive npc's.
  82. plavor
    Mar 1, 2022
    10
    Definitely is the best game I've ever played. FromSoftware thank you for this masterpiece!!
  83. hosekisho
    Mar 4, 2022
    10
    The best open world game I've ever played. It has exceeded all of my expectations.
  84. Samyar91
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Well…after many years..now we can play Souls game like they meant to be from the start..you’re gonna get shocked when you play this game..like how strange and artistic this game is..surreal and a gift from another world
  85. Itsmebani
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    Yess yessss yesssss.. yesssssss…. The best!!!!!!!!!!!! Loving it! No complaint!
  86. Jkregers
    Apr 10, 2022
    10
    Easily one of the best games ever made and quite possibly the best game ever made. A true masterpiece and a must buy!
  87. ZarakiSM
    Mar 2, 2022
    10
    Elden Ring é simplesmente um dos melhores se não melhor game que joguei até hoje! Como sempre a batalha do game é impecável, o nível épico nos faz suar e gritar ao derrotar cada chefe, o desafio ao nível darksouls é superável e prazeroso, a trilha sonora marcante como sempre, um game com conteúdo para mais de 500 horas de gameplay. Graficamente o game está lindo por se tratar de um gameElden Ring é simplesmente um dos melhores se não melhor game que joguei até hoje! Como sempre a batalha do game é impecável, o nível épico nos faz suar e gritar ao derrotar cada chefe, o desafio ao nível darksouls é superável e prazeroso, a trilha sonora marcante como sempre, um game com conteúdo para mais de 500 horas de gameplay. Graficamente o game está lindo por se tratar de um game projetado inicialmente para PS$ e Xone. Quanto as otimizações e framerate, nem de longe chegam a atrapalhar a jogatina, o jogo é imenso desafiador e épico, é possível perceber o cuidado da equipe em cada detalhe!! Um game a nivel Goty, e candidato a melhor game de todos os tempos. 10/10.… Expand
  88. VitinhoCL
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    The next level adventure that all soulslike players need. New horizons to make every gameplay fresh, but old roots that will take all old fans antention in the firs hour of gameplay
  89. Pookytookybaby
    Mar 6, 2022
    10
    Great game. Still surprising me after 100 hours. If you are a fan of souls like genre, you will love this game. It's truly massive and a masterpiece.
  90. JagWar
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    These user reviews is proof user reviews shouldn’t exist. I doubt any of them beat the game. This is one of the best games i ever played. Don’t listen to these peasants.
  91. Shafi5557
    Mar 1, 2022
    10
    Imagine the entire Dark Souls 1+2+3 but 50 times bigger and 5 times more good looking.

    The story is complicated. The gameplay is hard but rewarding. The open world-ness is on per with Botw.. The background music does not distract you from combat and bosses move in rhythm to music. I haven't finished the game and I already think this game is the best game of all time. Only reason it's    Imagine the entire Dark Souls 1+2+3 but 50 times bigger and 5 times more good looking.

    The story is complicated. The gameplay is hard but rewarding. The open world-ness is on per with Botw.. The background music does not distract you from combat and bosses move in rhythm to music.

    I haven't finished the game and I already think this game is the best game of all time. Only reason it's getting negative reviews is that it's too hard for casual gamers and because people don't have a good enough system to play the game due to chip shortages and scalping..

    Because of Covid a lot of casual gamers are joining the gaming community but this game is made more for hardcore gamers.    … Expand
  92. Grownmangrumble
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    I expected this to be great but it surpassed all my expectations. The sense of exploration is unparalleled. The map opens up before you and distant features beckon you onwards. Sneaking throw forests and swamps, scratch plans ara abandoned to the intense curiosity that comes with discovering an unexpected ruin, spectral boatman, cave or castle. Razor-sharp combat mechanics rewardI expected this to be great but it surpassed all my expectations. The sense of exploration is unparalleled. The map opens up before you and distant features beckon you onwards. Sneaking throw forests and swamps, scratch plans ara abandoned to the intense curiosity that comes with discovering an unexpected ruin, spectral boatman, cave or castle. Razor-sharp combat mechanics reward perseverance and skill whilst punishing the impulsive with the swift admonishment of death. There is almost too much to do yet still, there are no dull moments. A masterpiece of game design and ingenuity. it is hard to see how anything can stop this from being GOTY.
    Indeed, it may well be the greatest game ever made.    … Expand
  93. Baggy11
    Mar 7, 2022
    9
    Great game!! Very hard not for everyone but for the players who honestly what to give it ago and up for a challenge with game that does hold your hand 24/7 then this is for you!!!

    Graphic not out of this world but no From Software game is like that...
  94. quborland
    Mar 2, 2022
    10
    Anyone giving this game a bad review is a filthy casual unworthy of it's glory. This game is not for everyone, but for those that have willpower and an appreciation for art. Easily one of the best games I've played.
  95. D3NGZ
    Apr 15, 2022
    10
    once in a few years a game comes along that just pushes every button... Elden Ring is one of those games. they combined the meticulously designed "dungeons" of previous games perfectly into an open world setting, then filled it with wonder evoking and visually stunning "points of interest" seriously the way this game just pulls you into it is remarkable.. the gameplay loop is always freshonce in a few years a game comes along that just pushes every button... Elden Ring is one of those games. they combined the meticulously designed "dungeons" of previous games perfectly into an open world setting, then filled it with wonder evoking and visually stunning "points of interest" seriously the way this game just pulls you into it is remarkable.. the gameplay loop is always fresh with the build options and cool enemies to fight with.

    Pros :

    - deep fun and varied combat system. so many builds weapons and spells to choose from.
    - interesting Lore and Characters.
    - Impressive World Building and design.
    - the Graphics design of the enemies and locations you see surpasses "better looking tech wise" games, the art design just carries it. it looks AMAZING.
    - Story is good although its kind of hidden away in items and "make your own conclusions" but that is part of its charm.
    - Animations of enemies etc are phenomenal.
    - Voice Acting are some of the best in the industry.
    - Soundtrack is again a masterpiece.
    - Open world that rewards exploration.
    - extremely vertical and layered open world.

    Cons :

    - slight frame rate issues    … Expand
  96. BrightAbyss
    Mar 1, 2022
    10
    This is what happens when a Fromsoftware game goes mainstream, it gets review bombed. This is probably the most mainstream Fromsoft game to date, as I have many friends who have messaged me about the game who normally don't even consider these types of games. That's great, because I love seeing this community grow and many more people will be drawn into these games because of Elden Ring,This is what happens when a Fromsoftware game goes mainstream, it gets review bombed. This is probably the most mainstream Fromsoft game to date, as I have many friends who have messaged me about the game who normally don't even consider these types of games. That's great, because I love seeing this community grow and many more people will be drawn into these games because of Elden Ring, but I don't think some people really understand what they are signing up for. I have about 40 hours into the game, and I can say that if you are a Fromsoft fan, this will be heaven. World is engaging and full of secrets, progression and builds feel personalized and unique, and the bosses are top tier quality. I personally have not experienced framerate drops, but I know that it is an issue for some players so keep that in mind. Everything about the game feels nearly perfect. The combat is fun, the world is engaging, and I've had a great time playing with some of my newer friends just messing around in The Lands Between. The only con (minor) I have of the game is the size of it can get confusing, which tbh is nothing new for a Fromsoft game, but because of Elden Ring's sheer size, at times I can go like an hour not finding anything and have to resort to a guide to figure out where to go. Overall this game is fantastic and deserves all of the praise (unless you are experiencing technical issues but those will be fixed). The main reason for the review bombs are new players coming into the game expecting it to be something like GTA with swords. It's not, it's a Fromsoft game. Stop crying about the first boss being too difficult and actually try to learn the fight. The first Fromsoft game you play will be your hardest, but thanks to how popular Elden Ring is, there will be more than enough people ready to help you on your journey. Trust me, if you are persistent enough, you will overcome the challenges of this game and feel like a badass, but hey if this style of game isn't for you, then it isn't for you. No harm done. Just for the love of god please don't take it out on metacritic.… Expand
  97. Hoonter10
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    The game has very minor pop ins with the landscaping. That is all. I have had zero frame rate drops on PS5… Zero… This game is an absolute masterpiece. It is definitely not a 0. Salty as scrubs don’t like this game. It’s brutal and hard. Sorry… I have put 16 hours into just a small area and there are dungeons, churches, caves etc… Exploring is like breath of the wild and there areThe game has very minor pop ins with the landscaping. That is all. I have had zero frame rate drops on PS5… Zero… This game is an absolute masterpiece. It is definitely not a 0. Salty as scrubs don’t like this game. It’s brutal and hard. Sorry… I have put 16 hours into just a small area and there are dungeons, churches, caves etc… Exploring is like breath of the wild and there are important game items, weapons, armors etc to find. Exploring is absolutely wonderful. I was exploring and ended up in a cave I could not fast travel out of. I had to trek my way out and it was insane. Please do not believe the 0 scores. But I will warn you that the game is definitely hard. But… you can summon friends, npcs, and spirits. The game is absolutely a masterpiece. But again it will kick your butt sometimes. 10 out of 10 and I’m not even close to done. I can’t wait till I can’t experience what I’ve heard about the game as it progresses past 40 and even 60 hours.… Expand
  98. LuciusCarluswig
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    Je met 10 en sachant bien évidement que le jeu à des défauts, mais force est de constater que FromSoftware reste fidèle à eux même et dans un monde du tout accessible sans efforts c'est une exellente choses !!
  99. Arucon
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    After getting the plat i can safely say that the game is incredible. The performance isn't flawless on ps5 but the Gameplay, World, OST and Story overshadow this flaw entirely.
  100. fantome2024
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    Really enjoying Elden Rings, as someone that "liked" Dark Souls I really love Elden Ring. The minimalist UI makes you pay attention to the environment even more. The boss battles are great and challenging.
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  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 30, 2024
    100
    Elden Ring is simply a game that the player naturally adapts to their own style of play. Challenging at times, vicious at others, but mostly incredibly fun. The enjoyable pace makes the hours of play pass by like water, and each path opens up a few more, only to come together again after a fair amount of exploration before the next big reveal. [Issue#318]
  2. Cubed3
    Jun 2, 2023
    90
    Elden Ring serves as a testament to open world video game design. There is a true sense of accomplishment once that rock-hard enemy has been slain and, something that compels a player to relentlessly do it over and over again until they succeed is truly rewarding. The world is humongous and an epitome of how exploration should be encouraged, by intriguing players to see what is over the hill. Elden Ring is an unmissable, must-play, gaming experience with surprises galore.
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  3. T3
    Aug 11, 2022
    80
    Elden Ring's engaging combat, mythology and dynamite orchestral soundtrack goes a long way to overshadow an aggressive open world that punishes exploration from the beaten path. Fans of the Souls genre are in for a treat, while newcomers will need to persist to reap the benefits.
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