Elden Ring

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7.8

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  1. Cthuluinabasket
    Mar 8, 2022
    8
    It's Dark Souls 4 but I didn't expect anything different other than the journey. I see loads of criticism about graphics when this was made for last Gen. I also see a lot of criticism for map markers and quest logs which have never been in a FromSoft game. I personally haven't experienced any bugs after 50 hours of gameplay, no pop ins, not even a framfrate drop but I am on PS4. IIt's Dark Souls 4 but I didn't expect anything different other than the journey. I see loads of criticism about graphics when this was made for last Gen. I also see a lot of criticism for map markers and quest logs which have never been in a FromSoft game. I personally haven't experienced any bugs after 50 hours of gameplay, no pop ins, not even a framfrate drop but I am on PS4. I appreciate this isn't a perfect 10 and I put that down to the PC release being awful.… Expand
  2. HyprooX
    Mar 8, 2022
    8
    Elden Ring is really good game until the late game which is quite unbalanced which kinda ruined some of my experience.
  3. Luka-
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    Game where you have to actualy explore the world with only one task to become elden lord noting to add more just amazing world, bosses, items, weapons and armors, no stupid 'west' like open world desing where you follow pointers skip dialogs, bilions of collectables, this is not a game for normies, played for about 100h now and enjoying it like hell
  4. reviewbolight
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    I've not been so addicted to a video game in my whole life. Somehow this game only gets more and more engrossing as you play. There is so much incredible content - meaningful rewards, cool bosses, diversity of enemies, crazy environments, interesting quests. Hard to imagine a better game.
  5. KorbenDallas89
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    This game is everything i wanted it to be, perfect blend of everything From Software have produced over the years. This scale of this game is impressive, so much to explore throughout the world which you can get lost in for hours. The game is difficult but not too difficult to overcome with patience and learning. Well done From Software!
  6. hamu
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    The greatest video game ever created. Its world designs are especially amazing.
  7. Dredanox
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    Reached the end in 63 hours.. this is really a Masterpiece and I'll play at least 300+ more hours
  8. ItsKennyBoi
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    10/10 Absolute masterpiece. Visually stunning and fantastic musical score. Like a love child between Darksouls and Skyrim!
  9. Coyot3
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    This is by far the best open world game since Red dead. Fromsoft polished their formula to a point that i cant see it getting better .10/10
  10. EddieMcZort
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    Macht absolut süchtig wenn man auf die bewerte Souls Formel steht und hat mich ein anderes sehr gutes Spiel auf Anhieb abbrechen lassen. Das macht es für mich zu einer 10!
  11. Tony0134
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    Un juego muy bueno, con una dificultad digna de un souls que no te aburre por mas que explores el mundo abierto, y aunque haya mucho por hacer no es agobiante como pasa en otros juegos.
  12. LukeFS
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    This is a great, great game.
    Great visuals, great lore, music, engaging gameplay, I just absolutely love it. There's A LOT of variety for character builds, a TON of replay value. An absolute masterpiece of a game.
    Of course, some will complain it's difficult, but even for the more casual gamer, you can just go elsewhere & level up if you're struggling in some area. And of course, soon    This is a great, great game.
    Great visuals, great lore, music, engaging gameplay, I just absolutely love it. There's A LOT of variety for character builds, a TON of replay value. An absolute masterpiece of a game.
    Of course, some will complain it's difficult, but even for the more casual gamer, you can just go elsewhere & level up if you're struggling in some area. And of course, soon enough there will be tons of walkthroughs & tips on the internet. Me I love having to overcome a challenge, it's a lot more rewarding.    … Expand
  13. rocketjohnatar
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    Elden Ring is the ultimate gaming experience I have seen for an ARPG. Everybody talked about the greatness of the open world, but the game design completely separates this one from the other open world titles, where it tells the story about the world in a very subtle way. You actually play to see whatever the game tells you, and you will have very different experiences compared otherElden Ring is the ultimate gaming experience I have seen for an ARPG. Everybody talked about the greatness of the open world, but the game design completely separates this one from the other open world titles, where it tells the story about the world in a very subtle way. You actually play to see whatever the game tells you, and you will have very different experiences compared other players not because of choosing different dialogue options, but actually exploring the different paths in the game with your varying character. That is why I recommend people who haven't bought this game yet not to check anything about the content of the game from youtube other social media platforms before playing it, for at least 20-30 hours. After that you can somehow sense the patterns in the game, and you can benefit from some information online to make your life easier without spoiling the game for yourself.

    This is a Dark Souls game, gameplay and objectives wise, as you will be clearing dungeons, killing some very hard bosses and die a lot until you finish the game, with a comparably under-skilled character having the only advantage with i-roll frames. But the caveat here which made me play this game and not finishing the DS games, is you won't be tracing through whole dungeons because your hand slipped in a life saving roll. Most bosses have respawn points nearby and although some may take time, the game progression is not related to most bosses, you can go somewhere else and try it later with better weapons, higher level etc. This removes the wasting time aspect of the game, with adding the feeling of freedom (I cannot emphasize enough) actually makes the perfect DS game.

    I cannot understand the mindset of review bombers because of graphics. There are a lot of games which does not even have 3D graphics, like Hollow Knight (which I think is strangely similar to this game with the feeling of exploration and challenging bosses), and making it to masterpiece category. I understand the reasoning behind it (outdated textures cannot kill me) but I cannot remember the last time when a game made me say "wow" as Elden Ring (I have been playing games for more than 20 years, from every genre). It really made me feel mesmerized, stunned or disgusted (you will know the place when you see it) the moment I stepped into regions, and the bosses of the game are so well designed, I died multiple times while checking some of the details of the bosses' looks. And it can be played on a lot of platforms, mostly well. Frame drops here and there, some freezes occasionally are not much of an issue compared to fun I am having from this game.

    A 10/10 game does not be a perfect software. It should be a video game where it makes me want to play because of the challenge, because of the situations that it put me in. It should make me both think and feel, and take me to a roller coaster of emotions. This game perfectly does that. I want everybody to have a taste from this game, one way or another, even if you won't play, just check the artwork, it may inspire you on your life somehow.

    Although I really, really like Elden Ring, there are some people that I cannot recommend to. If you like cars and guns but not dragons, look for something else matches your taste in theme. If you want to see a lot of dialogue, map indicators or cinematic story telling, you may have a bad taste playing this game as it does not tell you much about what is happening verbally, or UI wise. If you are a person who really enjoys having a very fast and acrobatic character with cancellable actions in platformers or other action games, your Elden Ring character will feel clunky and you may not enjoy the action part that much. If you are a person who are on the very casual side of gaming, coming from mobile match-3 titles to AAA games this one may not be for you, at least at first. Other than that, just try this game one way or another, play at your friend's house, rent a PS or just get on Steam then refund it if you don't like it. Just play at least once.    … Expand
  14. Justinn231
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    The last time I felt this way about a game was when the Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim came out- I was nine years old. Every day when I leave work, I have a smile on my face. I enjoy the drive home just a little more, because when I get home, I feel like a kid again. Past every cave opening, across every ridge, a small piece of adventure is waiting. Every other game feels like a child's gameThe last time I felt this way about a game was when the Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim came out- I was nine years old. Every day when I leave work, I have a smile on my face. I enjoy the drive home just a little more, because when I get home, I feel like a kid again. Past every cave opening, across every ridge, a small piece of adventure is waiting. Every other game feels like a child's game compared to Elden Ring. Other games feature simplistic combat that is mastered in minutes, they spell out their story so you don't have to pay attention, they give you a big red arrow telling you what to do next. Elden Ring doesn't do that, it roovides you a vast open world, dense with personality, and tells you "go kill some ****… Expand
  15. jdub24
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    Easily the greatest game ever made, ignore the review bombers they don't know what they are talking about.
  16. fishorsomething
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    Easily the best game released in the past few years. The open world feels unique, filled with content. Exploration has never been so exciting and rewarding in a videogame before.

    Unlike previous soulsborne games, Elden Ring encourages the player to try out different playstyles (builds, weapons, equipments, consumables etc). Although at first it seems like the game isn’t beginner    Easily the best game released in the past few years. The open world feels unique, filled with content. Exploration has never been so exciting and rewarding in a videogame before.

    Unlike previous soulsborne games, Elden Ring encourages the player to try out different playstyles (builds, weapons, equipments, consumables etc).

    Although at first it seems like the game isn’t beginner friendly, if the player is willing to learn, it quickly becomes obvious that the game is much more forgiving than previous From Software games. Usually there are a lot (sometimes it may even be overwhelming) of paths/choices to take. This means whenever someone is stuck, they can just find something else to do and come back later.

    The storytelling is not explicit but the lore is huge and really interesting. This makes figuring out the story (through dialogues, item descriptions, environmental storytelling) a unique and great experience.

    The bosses and enemies are designed very well. Being a from software game, it is obviously not an essy one, but definitely easier than their previous games.

    All in all it is an amazing game, a really unique and addictive experience. It’s not for everyone (just look at the mindless, salty reviewbombers), but it is worth a try.    … Expand
  17. shelll
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    Single greatest game of all time. If you're a fan of LOTR, DnD, or anything fantasy stop reading this and go play this right now. I couldnt get into dark souls as I kept getting stuck. With this game it is very challenging at moments but being free to go off and get the item that can boost your stats or grind xp has helped me tremendously in progressing.
  18. saoirse73
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    This is the my ultimate game, best game and only game for some time. If you've never played a souls game you might not understand and that's OK because this is way more approachable than previous titles.
    Its amazing, its deep, its long and it can be difficult but unlike past FromSoft titles you can go around harder parts, level up and go back... that is the easy mode along with blocking    This is the my ultimate game, best game and only game for some time. If you've never played a souls game you might not understand and that's OK because this is way more approachable than previous titles.
    Its amazing, its deep, its long and it can be difficult but unlike past FromSoft titles you can go around harder parts, level up and go back... that is the easy mode along with blocking counters that can easily get you through early game and it almost makes early game too easy once you unlearn what you had to do in past titles. The counters really don't help later on (I am about 60 hrs in and going slowly and enjoying every minute)
    The only bad part of this whole release is that I may never go back to DS1,DS2or DS3 and that is a bit sad but this game is honestly all 3 and then some .    … Expand
  19. gintamatrash
    Mar 8, 2022
    8
    This game has been so much fun! I prefer to play with my partner and exploring the open world and fighting all the neat looking bosses has been a blast! I really enjoy doing all of the NPC quests and getting to know them and their back stories. My only gripe is that if you kill maybe a certain boss, or a certain amount of bosses in the open world, it will lock you out of playing co-op withThis game has been so much fun! I prefer to play with my partner and exploring the open world and fighting all the neat looking bosses has been a blast! I really enjoy doing all of the NPC quests and getting to know them and their back stories. My only gripe is that if you kill maybe a certain boss, or a certain amount of bosses in the open world, it will lock you out of playing co-op with the specific person you've been playing with.. It kind of does ruin the experience a bit.. If they were to change that, I'd give it a 10/10!… Expand
  20. Skarloc
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    The culmination of everything FromSoftware has learned about making good games since Demon's Souls. The open world feels alive and full of places to explore and treasures to find, as well as terrifying monsters to overcome and friends to make.
  21. Jimmyborealis
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    This is probably the game of the decade for me. If you are looking for a triple A title to hold your hand, look elsewhere. It’s not for everyone. From soft has perfected the sense of adventure and curiosity with such a dense world. It is a challenging game that fills you with adrenaline when you overcome it. There’s a lot of talk about accessibility but out of all the from soft games, thisThis is probably the game of the decade for me. If you are looking for a triple A title to hold your hand, look elsewhere. It’s not for everyone. From soft has perfected the sense of adventure and curiosity with such a dense world. It is a challenging game that fills you with adrenaline when you overcome it. There’s a lot of talk about accessibility but out of all the from soft games, this one is the most flexible and easier to follow. If you are having a hard time, explore, level up, get better gear or upgrade, play with friends or strangers. There are tons of options and customizability. Magic feels great, tanking feels great, weaving in and out feels great. And you can respec 1/3rd in the game, if you change your mind on a build. For old fans of the genre, this is like a celebration of everything that was loved about the previous games. 10/10 for me. Easy.… Expand
  22. Marcoin
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    Amazing job by from software, in a time where games are released too soon they delivered once again!
  23. Ikillsheep4u
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    From software games will always hold a special place for me. I’m not even past the first area just exploring endlessly for hours uncovering quests and new enemies and loot. The open world brings me back to the og dark souls interconnected level design and is a vast improvement. 10/10 all day PRAISE THE SUN.
  24. 420praiseit
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    This game saved my marriage, I don’t even miss the love and intimacy I was lacking. I’m too buisy dying to tiny stone gargoyles to even care that my wife has a boyfriend.
  25. Mishal9898
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    This is my first time rating a game in my life elden ring deserves the praise and high ratings good job fromsoftware and Miyazaki
  26. Bflynn1123
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    Of the soulsborne games, this is the only one I’ve ever actually played and thoroughly enjoyed.
    I hated anything related to souls ‘blank’ or ‘blank’ souls.
    Never could understand the mechanics. Now enter Elden Ring, and this game has blown me away. I love the simplistic ui. Nothing to tell me where to go or what to do. I love the change. I love figuring things out for myself and this is    Of the soulsborne games, this is the only one I’ve ever actually played and thoroughly enjoyed.
    I hated anything related to souls ‘blank’ or ‘blank’ souls.
    Never could understand the mechanics.

    Now enter Elden Ring, and this game has blown me away.
    I love the simplistic ui. Nothing to tell me where to go or what to do. I love the change. I love figuring things out for myself and this is simply perfect.
    The games combat mechanics are not for the faint of heart and take some getting used to.

    It’s far from fast paced. Everything done in this game from designing your character to combat has to be thoroughly thought over and planned.

    I love this game.    … Expand
  27. pineapplelover
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    Simply amazing. breathtaking world, rich story, deep and rewarding gameplay, perfect level of challenge, and “figuring it out on my own” moments. a must play for any gamer. even non souls fans need to try this game.
  28. Pookiebear0690
    Mar 8, 2022
    9
    Great game from an amazing team. Yes it's hard, but it's also a fair starting point for new players. Just go into it knowing that you will definitely die a lot. Highly recommended.
  29. Komoho23a
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    pretty good game , love the the bosses , the weapons , the build and the beautiful graphics of this game
  30. adfes3
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    eldering is an amazing game that isn't afraid to hide stuff from players like quest lines
  31. seger33
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game. I agree 100 % with the professional reviews. Don't listen to the ratings below < 5. The game was review bombed and I'm sure many of those kids haven't played the game for one hour.
    I experienced no performance issues in my first 10 hour and the graphik looks great. The open world is not empty. In fact there is sometimes too much going on, considering that you cannot pause the game. You will be lucky to to find a place without enemies where you can rest.    … Expand
  32. RULikeME
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    game very good. don't believe lying reviews. souls veteran or not you should try it out.
  33. Dio_2
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    This game is Amazing fr it was hella fun playing. Im almost finished now and it definitely is one of the best games ive ever played. Bought it for Pc first and it didnt run that well so I just bought it for PS5 wasted a bit of money on the pc version 10/10 tho
  34. Nerdhase
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    I have never played a souls game in my life but when I bought this game I have fell in love with it. From the graphics to the enemies everything is amazing!! The boss fights are phenomenal and crazy hard but that’s the fun of it. It’s the satisfaction of finally beating the boss you’ve been stuck on for a long time. 10/10 Definitely one of my top 5 favorite games!
  35. Anderguedes
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mecânicas souls like que funciona muito bem com um mundo aberto muito vivo e muito divertido… Expand
  36. Jujshin
    Mar 9, 2022
    9
    This game is full of adventure and there’s almost never a boring moment. Exploration and combat is fun but it’s a difficult game to pick up. I had only played dark souls once or twice before and it took hours just to understand the game, which made me almost stop playing. Once you figure it out it’s definitely worth the struggle and frustration in the beginning and has more than enoughThis game is full of adventure and there’s almost never a boring moment. Exploration and combat is fun but it’s a difficult game to pick up. I had only played dark souls once or twice before and it took hours just to understand the game, which made me almost stop playing. Once you figure it out it’s definitely worth the struggle and frustration in the beginning and has more than enough content in the starting area alone.… Expand
  37. Gaming_Potato
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    This game is a masterpiece and deservers the score. It's probably the best game I've ever played and I have already over 100 hours.
    The gameflow, gameplay, combat is perfection. They took the best from all souls games and created a magnum opus in terms of combat.
    The enemys/bosses and areas are so amazing and detailed that I am still stunned when I look at it. Cinematics are awesome and it    This game is a masterpiece and deservers the score. It's probably the best game I've ever played and I have already over 100 hours.
    The gameflow, gameplay, combat is perfection. They took the best from all souls games and created a magnum opus in terms of combat.
    The enemys/bosses and areas are so amazing and detailed that I am still stunned when I look at it.
    Cinematics are awesome and it has so much good content, that it blew my mind.
    The quests and story is also wonderful and I was never more into a game as Elden Ring overall. Definetely a 10/10.

    Now lets talk about the current "controvery":
    Some Game devs (Especially the sore loosers at ubisoft) badmouthed this game with various untrue reasons like: missing UI, bad graphics, overhyped by game critics and so on (,while being unable to make good games theirself).
    Saddest part is, that some ubi-fanboys are reviewbombing this game and giving their favourite "open world game" perfect score. They usually copy ubisofts and over devs words and just add the "bad performance" part for PC, which mostly has been fixed for people above min. reqiurements.

    If you don't like it or even hate the game, I guess it's okay if you give like a 5. But it shouldn't be objectively possible to give below 5 because it's in every aspect amazing. Now to all the Fanboys/Clowns: If you really hate it, it's okay. Taste is objective.
    If you think the game is bad because of gameplay or graphics then you didn't know what game you bought in the first place and you are a fool.
    If the game doesn't run smoothly, next time read the System requirements, which they posted like 1 week even before release.

    If you cry about UI, lore or just copy the stupid/false words from the "devs", just go to your corner and play your easy/boring/bad microtransaction games with 800 questmarker/waypoints on the map where you just follow a path like a bot without thinking/playing yourself. If that's the case, you are the reason why gaming gets bad and gives money to those big "triple A" companys, who exploit clowns like you.

    If you want to fight me in an argument about this, just add me on steam or write me a comment there. Can't wait how many clowns are going to write "interesting stuff" and white knight their favourite game in comparison to elden ring.
    https://steamcommunity.com/id/Gaming_Potato    … Expand
  38. dilltylerw
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    All of the best aspects of Demon's Souls, the Dark Souls trilogy, Bloodborne, and Sekiro are culminated in this game within a massive open world. Fans of the series will absolutely love it. It's incredibly unique, challenging, and satisfying. The story is intriguing and told similarly to the previous games. While I think review bombing on this game is a little unnecessary, I do understandAll of the best aspects of Demon's Souls, the Dark Souls trilogy, Bloodborne, and Sekiro are culminated in this game within a massive open world. Fans of the series will absolutely love it. It's incredibly unique, challenging, and satisfying. The story is intriguing and told similarly to the previous games. While I think review bombing on this game is a little unnecessary, I do understand how newcomers to this series will find this game daunting and asking perhaps a little too much. It's never been for everyone, but in a game that you will at least need to commit 70+ hours to, it can be a tall order. But for me, as a huge fan of the series, it ticks every single box I have for a video game. I am confident I'll be playing this one repeatedly for years.… Expand
  39. Maidenless
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    This Game is not for everyone. Its for those who want an adventure to explore a beautiful world that shroudded with mystery. Its for those who like to find and reveal secrets without any help or guide. Its not about the difficulty its about the challenge.
  40. logan1619423
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    absolutely amazing goty 2022 BABYYYYYY best game for awhile what a journey you just gotta get good on my second play through now
  41. Roggier
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    Fromsoftware delivered again. Its the most dense and beautiful open world yet, it's full of moments that will make you surprised, from the beginning to end.
  42. ThisIsCryptic
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    „Waaaa Waaa copy paste sounds waa“
    „Waaa no story waaa“
    „Waaa it‘s hard waaa“
    Best Souls Game ever. Get good and don‘t fight Tree Sentinel first and say the game is bad. Game of the Year.
  43. K4LUP3R
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    Ich find das game wirklich unglaublich und die 70€ die man dafür zahlt ist jeden einzelnen cent wert
  44. Raimundopaneto
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    Jogo espetacular! Os problemas técnicos do jogo não irrelevantes frente a magnitude do produto entregue! Parabéns aos envolvidos! E me arrisco a afirmar: Compra obrigatória!
  45. Zyed
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    It is a 10 out of 10 game, the world is so huge and full of stuff to explore IDK why some peopel gives it 5 or 6 without a good reason, the combat is great and also the weapons are so unique and there something called "Ash of war" it is a thing u can add to your weapon so it can preform a unique skill.

    The boss are so fu*king epic and their cutscene are a piece of art, u have a lot of    It is a 10 out of 10 game, the world is so huge and full of stuff to explore IDK why some peopel gives it 5 or 6 without a good reason, the combat is great and also the weapons are so unique and there something called "Ash of war" it is a thing u can add to your weapon so it can preform a unique skill.

    The boss are so fu*king epic and their cutscene are a piece of art, u have a lot of ways to fight them weather it was ranged or close fight.

    And the best thing about this game is the freedom it gives u almost at the start of game u can go anywhere u want , find a new Npc or go to a cave fighting a boss or farming to get stronger or maybe finding new spells or geting a new weapon.

    The Lands between is yours to exploer u can do anything you want.

    The npc are very interesting and have their own story to tell some of them will have a sad fate and some u can help them to achieve what they want the game does not forc you to do any of this, it completely your chose.


    Hope this helped you    … Expand
  46. Ice_T46
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    #GOTY2022
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  47. grantkm0
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    I really like it. It’s fun, and difficult. I see why everyone says that it’s just the same as the other souls games, but it’s a formula that works, similar to call of duty.
  48. marty88
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    It's a great game! All you review bombers are loses!!! I've played hundreds of games and this is by far one of the best.
  49. 89135393383ele
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    the game is super fun. the graphics are simply amazing. definitely one of the best games I've ever played in my life.
  50. DrAAKhan
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    The culmination of FromSoftware's decade long game out-of-the-box game development. Not for people who have never played or liked games in the genre and are content with the heavily cluttered open worlds, spoon fed exploration, mile long quest logs and rerewardless combat. For all the others, this is life!
  51. Moosedrool
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    Fromsoft has masterfully taken staple soulsborne mechanics from previous games and expanded upon all of the best facets of their previous designs by incorporating them into one experience. Both players who enjoy a very difficult game and those looking to take it a bit easier can enjoy Elden Ring, as it caters to both interests while still maintaining the stellar genre blueprint that hasFromsoft has masterfully taken staple soulsborne mechanics from previous games and expanded upon all of the best facets of their previous designs by incorporating them into one experience. Both players who enjoy a very difficult game and those looking to take it a bit easier can enjoy Elden Ring, as it caters to both interests while still maintaining the stellar genre blueprint that has made Fromsoft games so popular.… Expand
  52. hatemachine07
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    best souls game i have ever played. Amazing open world, bosses, lore. 10/10 would recommend
  53. Chi11
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    Never tought I would see Dark Souls mixed with open-world and the fact that it somehow works? Amazing game, the only thing I can bring up against is the performance, but FS is already working on it and for me at least it isn'T that bad.
  54. Phox_
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    The perfect amalgamation of all the previous souls games. They took the best parts of bloodborne and ds3 and combined it with some new mechanics. Finally we are able to more freely play with build experimentation in a single play through. No limits to respects mean every time you want to adjust or change your build you can. Map traversal is more rewarding than ever for exploration and atThe perfect amalgamation of all the previous souls games. They took the best parts of bloodborne and ds3 and combined it with some new mechanics. Finally we are able to more freely play with build experimentation in a single play through. No limits to respects mean every time you want to adjust or change your build you can. Map traversal is more rewarding than ever for exploration and at the same time more simple thanks to statues and graces being so abundant. Not having to run back through whole levels just to get back to a boss is a huge improvement from previous titles. I think they’ve proved you can have a open world game that’s not just the same copied garbage over and over. I’m over a hundred hours in and I still keep finding secrets that I missed and encounters that I wouldn’t expect out in the middle of seemingly nowhere. To date, this is the best game in the franchise, and that’s saying something since bloodborne is still my favorite game.… Expand
  55. Mugix
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    Please, do not listen to the resentful people who criticize this game because they are not able to pass the first zone of the game because it is too difficult or because the game has a fps pull every 7 hours. This game is a masterpiece regardless of whether you like it or not, just as you may not like classical music but no one would say that Beethoven is overrated, the experience thatPlease, do not listen to the resentful people who criticize this game because they are not able to pass the first zone of the game because it is too difficult or because the game has a fps pull every 7 hours. This game is a masterpiece regardless of whether you like it or not, just as you may not like classical music but no one would say that Beethoven is overrated, the experience that Elden Ring offers you is simply spectacular. It has flaws like any game but the positive things it offers far outweigh the small flaws, spectacular atmosphere, unique scenario design, epic confrontations, just enjoy and stop insulting something you don't understand.… Expand
  56. Newklear_Phil
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    The design of this game is just on another level. Only complaint might be some needlessly complicated mechanics/lack of explanation, but this may be just a challenging aspect to learn. In fact my entire playthrough so far has been a learning experience, which is so unlike most other games today in which you aren't required to be engaged and thinking to advance. Beautiful graphics,The design of this game is just on another level. Only complaint might be some needlessly complicated mechanics/lack of explanation, but this may be just a challenging aspect to learn. In fact my entire playthrough so far has been a learning experience, which is so unlike most other games today in which you aren't required to be engaged and thinking to advance. Beautiful graphics, compelling story, stellar gameplay, vast sense of continual discovery and progression, one of the greatest of all time.… Expand
  57. randomgamesokay
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    This was my first Soulslike game since i always kind of thought the gameplay and combat would be clunky and that would be the main thing why these games were difficult. But this game might have my most favourite combat out of all games i have played. The bosses are amazing, the world is so beautiful, mystical and unique with so much to explore and the many ways the story of the world wasThis was my first Soulslike game since i always kind of thought the gameplay and combat would be clunky and that would be the main thing why these games were difficult. But this game might have my most favourite combat out of all games i have played. The bosses are amazing, the world is so beautiful, mystical and unique with so much to explore and the many ways the story of the world was told made me engage with the game in a way I have never before.… Expand
  58. Marlandis_TTV
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    Greatest game in a decade. Elden Ring divers on all fronts, allowing freedom to explore while also sharing a wondrous world with anyone brave enough to explore it.
  59. JONXJON
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    Elden Ring is the magnum opus from developer From Software and delivers in every facet. BUT, if you are not accustomed to Souls games or have trouble being left alone in a game with no help this game might not be for you. It's a shame though that people are giving this game negative reviews for minute details such as frame rate drops and difficulty but then negating the vast open world,Elden Ring is the magnum opus from developer From Software and delivers in every facet. BUT, if you are not accustomed to Souls games or have trouble being left alone in a game with no help this game might not be for you. It's a shame though that people are giving this game negative reviews for minute details such as frame rate drops and difficulty but then negating the vast open world, deep combat system, gameplay mechanics, lore, music, art design, and the many other things this game delivers on. I have played every From Software game and can easily say Elden Ring is the hardest, but if you dedicate your time to exploring the world and the treasures it has to offer, you can easily level up enough to make any boss a cake walk. To touch on the exploration aspect of the game if you choose to not explore the world and rush your way through onto the main bosses you are missing the quintessential part of Elden Ring, the discovery and unfolding lore of the Lands Between. While you ride your spectral steed Torrent you'll see vast mountains with castles, forests, dilapidated churches, and if you can see it you can you can explore it. Much of the gameplay is spent through finding places to loot for items that will make your character stronger to inch their way towards becoming the Elden Lord. The bosses are some of From's best ever, many of them in my most difficult bosses in any game. The side characters give you so much information about the world helping paint the broken fragments of the Lands Between. I can say so much more to exemplify why this game truly is a masterpiece, but my biggest compliment is that I have beaten the game 3 times, earned 100% completion, collected every item, and I cant wait to do it all over again. If you can handle the difficulty and lack of hand holding Elden Ring is a must play game that truly is era defining.… Expand
  60. bingo26
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    open world masterclass. game is challenging but just as rewarding. Doesn't hand hold your way through the game, devs weren't afraid to create a world where the gamer may miss some of the things they worked hard on, the penultimate goal was creating a vibrant open world where the user is involved. NPC's feel like people living in the world rather than checkpoints or worse, random pixels onopen world masterclass. game is challenging but just as rewarding. Doesn't hand hold your way through the game, devs weren't afraid to create a world where the gamer may miss some of the things they worked hard on, the penultimate goal was creating a vibrant open world where the user is involved. NPC's feel like people living in the world rather than checkpoints or worse, random pixels on your screen made to look like a human.

    PS5 performance isn't ideal, some hang ups but the game looks gorgeous (especially on HDR)    … Expand
  61. Tubbs4619
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    This game is extremely fun! I've never played a dark souls game so I was intimidated by the difficulty of elden ring, but I broke down and bought it and I am glad I did. I got slaughtered by everything at first but with some time roaming the beautiful open world, and upgrading my character I was able to beat some of the bosses with ease.
  62. frigidrooster
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    A genre re-defining game. The amount of care and thought put into this game is ridiculous. Souls veterans will feel right at home while newcomers have the accessibility to jump on in. From world building to design the game is damn near perfect. One of the best games made.
  63. Broth2245
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    GREATEST open world I've played.

    There is a lot of content, im talking hours of stuff to do. Really enjoyed!

    Some same weapons and spells from dark souls series, but if its not broken then don't fix it. Love the ability to customize weapons. This make an endless amount of builds

    To those giving this game a 0 because of difficult bosses, heres sum advice:

    Git Gud :)
  64. NegritoBimbo
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    Amazing game, a simple Dark Souls game but very entertaining, full of references to other video games, mangas and tv shows, this game simply makes me wanna play forever, the attention to detail is very good, the battle bosses are very entertaining, exiting and skillful, loved this game, has to be a Goty
  65. Mikemac00000
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    Really love this game. I never played a souls game before and it is as difficult as I heard, unless you over leveled. The open world is amazing. The game doesn't really lead you to anything so some things may require a quick google or YouTube video. All the variety of weapons are super fun. A couple seemed a little OP, but they could be patched at some point. Really no complaints, once youReally love this game. I never played a souls game before and it is as difficult as I heard, unless you over leveled. The open world is amazing. The game doesn't really lead you to anything so some things may require a quick google or YouTube video. All the variety of weapons are super fun. A couple seemed a little OP, but they could be patched at some point. Really no complaints, once you learn you can't go balls out every time and have to play strategically it gets even better. And killing your first boss is super rewarding. So if you don't mind alot of trial and error and very little to no hand holding definitely give this game a go.… Expand
  66. Fahad33
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. sooo beat full time and play games for free on Friday nights and Sunday night for sure and we can do it Saturday night… Expand
  67. Emir008
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very interesting game download and play enjoy i spend my a lot of time tonplaying this game because it is so amazing… Expand
  68. ceifador3krl
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Um dos melhores jogos que já joguei, durante esses anos onde tantos jogos foram lançados incompletos por assim dizer, a from trouxe elden ring de uma maneira quase que impecável, tanto que outras empresas que não conseguem lançar seus jogos completos ou em perfeitas condições para ser jogados, estão reclamando de elden ring, chola mais, verdades sejam ditas o jogo esta muito divertido e SIM tem o seus problemas como todo jogo mais eles não atrapalham sua experiência no game, super recomendo a todos essa experiência incrível que estou tendo no game!!!… Expand
  69. mterziisky
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Easily the best game I have ever played and I've played a lot. There are no performance problems on PS5. Graphics are amazing. Real souls fans will definitely love this game.
  70. franckybee
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Superbe open world ! immense ! gameplay excellent et exigeant, une direction artistique de folie ! Culte tout simplement !!
  71. Juubix
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Story 9/10
    Graphics 8/10
    Gameplay 9/10

    Absolute perfection of an RPG. Must play Souls- and Roguelike!!
  72. Lordofsouls
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Fantastic open world game. Plenty to do. Typical from soft challenge with plenty to master. Many ways to approach the game depending on play style with the ability to adapt and reset as you progress. Lots to try out building on the soulsborne formula. Graphics are decent but not up to bluepoint standard for dark souls remake.
  73. fishermanwillia
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    Over 100 hours of playable content and great boss design. The open world is attractive and difficulty can be easy to hard depends on whether you want to summon.
  74. kawahe
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It seems to be some emotional bounce reaction below for the game... feel sad to feel about it. Have been playing many 3A open world games, this is absolutely one of the master pieces and derseve a score at 97 (same level with RDR2, Zelda etc.) The world is stunning and beautiful to explore and maintains a high level of battle mechanism. Good story telling (though lack of necessary guidance but no t a big issue, people are too spoied by the questions marks and quest logs nowadays). I would absolutely give 10 to this one.… Expand
  75. readygame
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    The open world is very full, there are side missions everywhere, the boss fights are incredibly enjoyable, they have created a perfect game by blending souls mechanics with such a beautiful open world, everyone should try this game.
  76. Jsuiss
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    Great game. People say it's bad and it's too much like dark souls. It's a lot like dark souls just with an open world. Does that make it all of a sudden a game for everyone? Ofc not its still a Souls game. If you don't like souls games you probably won't like this game, but to act like it's objectively a bad game comes off as salty. If you put the time in to learn/grind the game willGreat game. People say it's bad and it's too much like dark souls. It's a lot like dark souls just with an open world. Does that make it all of a sudden a game for everyone? Ofc not its still a Souls game. If you don't like souls games you probably won't like this game, but to act like it's objectively a bad game comes off as salty. If you put the time in to learn/grind the game will reward you, if that's not your thing cool but that's always been how these games have worked.… Expand
  77. MandoCb
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    this game is simply a banger. Probably the best game I have ever played. All those haters are so ratio. they absolutely don't understand the value of the best game ever published. definitely a must play.
  78. Ne3
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What a great game. As someone with massive open world fatigue who struggles to enjoy objectively good games like Ghost of Tsushima due to repetitiveness, this game is engaging, and I enjoy every second int eh lands between. Every weapon is viable, every playstyle is viable and the combat is just incredible. The best part is when I beat a boss and lay down my summon sign to help someone else out. Beating Radhan for someone was very therapeutic after taking 15 tries to beat him myself. 100/100… Expand
  79. Spleenicus
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    Elden Ring is the simultaneous revitalization of the Soulsbourne genre and a masterclass achievement of game design. From Software have not only polished and refined their tried-and-true combat system, but breathed life into its gameplay via the greatest open world I have yet to play. The open world is neither the sole focus of the game nor a tacked-on gimmick: its a tool by which theElden Ring is the simultaneous revitalization of the Soulsbourne genre and a masterclass achievement of game design. From Software have not only polished and refined their tried-and-true combat system, but breathed life into its gameplay via the greatest open world I have yet to play. The open world is neither the sole focus of the game nor a tacked-on gimmick: its a tool by which the excellent gameplay can be experienced. At any point, you can choose to delve into the excellently designed dungeons of the Lands Between, or, if they prove too difficult for you just yet, venture into the bountiful yet still dangerous world to level up and unravel the world's mysteries. This is not an "Easy Mode" to just cheat away the difficulty of the dungeons with a Level 100 character: it is an option to alleviate and replace the difficulty of reflex driven combat with the critical thinking and adventure that well-designed open-worlds demand. Pardon the overused phrase, but in this way Elden Ring truly, has........a little something for everyone. (I'm sorry)… Expand
  80. MiamiPat
    Mar 14, 2022
    9
    This was the first From Software game I was actually able to get into. I’ve never played over 130 hours and still haven’t found everything to do in this game. I would’ve given it a 10 but there occasions on PS5 where I would get frame rate stutters even on FPS priority mode. This is one of the best games I’ve ever played.
  81. cHARLIEFLOWERS
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    What an amazing game. Holy crap. One of the best i've played super fun too.
  82. Vikinh0
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    Um dos melhores jogos da atualidade. Lv Design absurdo, variedade enorme de monstros, itens, builds, areas e chefes. História padrão FromS, misteriosa e interessante. O ápice da empresa!
  83. Brownthunder89
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    If you like breath of the wild?Then this is for you.
    First of I'm no dark souls fan . I've only played bloodbourne and not the other games.
    Games like this are so rare now days.. Games that don't hold your hand . Games that just expect you to simply become a better player. Now this formula only works for some people. It has a steep learning curve and it's hard when you start out.. and i    If you like breath of the wild?Then this is for you.
    First of I'm no dark souls fan . I've only played bloodbourne and not the other games.
    Games like this are so rare now days.. Games that don't hold your hand . Games that just expect you to simply become a better player. Now this formula only works for some people. It has a steep learning curve and it's hard when you start out.. and i personally love games that are hard only for you to become a god later on.

    No this game does not have the best graphics. But the view and the layouts are amazing to look at.. i mean the world looks amazing. There's stuff everywhere. Hidden things all over the place. If you see it it usually means you can go there.
    Reminds me alot of dragon's dogma but with even better boss design.

    It's a tough game. I've put 100 hours into it already. Probably got another 50 to go.

    If you don't like frustratingly hard games then this one is simply not for you. Stop review bombing the game based on difficulty. It's a dark souls game.. you know the games that are famous for being stupidly hard ?    … Expand
  84. Luciver42
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    those petty guys giving the game a 0/10 are just bad at the game ;) played it on 100% and its freaking awesome !!
  85. chaggot
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    amazing game. hands down the best souls game to date. hardest souls game? not so much. overall though great experience and amazing game
  86. aeonmist
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    A game that will influence and become an inspiration for games moving forward.
  87. sahan47
    Mar 16, 2022
    8
    as a big soulsborne fan, and finally finishing the game, i think i can give an honest review.
    first of all, it's a great game. it's a souls like game at it's best. and very approachable for new souls like players. it's fair because it begins difficult which will encourage you to explore the world and as a result, you will get stronger and game gets easier. the map is gorgeous, not only    as a big soulsborne fan, and finally finishing the game, i think i can give an honest review.
    first of all, it's a great game. it's a souls like game at it's best. and very approachable for new souls like players. it's fair because it begins difficult which will encourage you to explore the world and as a result, you will get stronger and game gets easier. the map is gorgeous, not only it's not empty, but also not flooded with random useless stuff. everything feels very well balanced. specially the dungeons and creatures which will reward you for with crafting materials and cool items. it's truly a solid game. BUT, allow me to give my humble opinion lol.
    i don't think it's a masterpiece of a game.
    bugs and graphics has no matter to me. it will get fixed. it's childish to argue about that.
    art direction is also incredible and i have nothing to argue about.
    as always, the game stays loyal to it's own rules and i truly respect that.
    but i think my main problem with this game is, while it's really has a beautiful and artistic world design, it's bad at level design.
    maybe im biased. i don't know, you judge. i have played everything fromsoftware has offered and i believe they all are masterpieces. and i understand elden ring was a huge project. but it's still not an evolutionary game, in my opinion of course.
    but the levels are not handcrafted. it doesn't feel the same quality as the quantity is so large.
    also i feel like for such a large game, there are not enough memorable and bold boss fights, armaments, armor sets and etc. ( i may be so wrong at this part but at least it felt this way at the moment im writing this).

    in the end i want to say, i am not disappointed. but this game won't be in my heart in a few years, while all soulsborne games are eternally attached to my heart and soul.
    elden ring is a beautiful game with many lost opportunities. specially for it's multiplayer.
    think about it. for a game with such a large map. it could have pvp arenas, incredible covenants,
    hell, there could be a palace for each covenant. areas for getting invaded by certain covenants, etc.

    again, i totally understand the weight of this project on from software, and i appreciate and respect it none the less. but.. yeah. 96? i don't know.. let's wait and see how the game will be treated after a few months or even a year.    … Expand
  88. MatthewTurner
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    I haven’t been as addicted to a games since DS2. Sunk around 70 hours into this game already! Looks amazing and there is so much variety of play-styles and progression routes!
  89. Kurisu-sensei
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    Yes this is the one of a few games that i give a 10/10 score, I never been a Dark soul or Demon soul fan, not because of the difficulty (I love challenging game and I'm a big fan of Sekiro) but because how slow the movement is, and no jump!!!, it just not my cup of tea. I love Sekiro, challenging, awesome combat system, awesome bosses (so sad that there is no dlc for it) so when Elden ringYes this is the one of a few games that i give a 10/10 score, I never been a Dark soul or Demon soul fan, not because of the difficulty (I love challenging game and I'm a big fan of Sekiro) but because how slow the movement is, and no jump!!!, it just not my cup of tea. I love Sekiro, challenging, awesome combat system, awesome bosses (so sad that there is no dlc for it) so when Elden ring came, I was really considering should I order it or not, and in the end I gave a try.

    So? it is awesome, every complaints about Dark soul now is gone in Elden ring, the movement feel so smooth and you can jump (awesome). The world is beautiful, the graphic to be honest not at next level, but it is still beautiful, every lands, dungeons and runes are unique, the combat system is great, still I miss the posture and parry mechanic from Sekiro ( you can still parry if you get the right shield or weapon). Elden ring open world is one of the best period imo, you can explore every placer before the story route, even some of the area at the end game can be even explored very early, so it is also a very forgiving soul like game compare to previous From soft games.

    It's been a while since I was so into a game like this, spent around 60 hrs already, and this is easily GOTY for me, I downloaded this together with Horizon forbidden west in PS5 and after playing Elden ring, i feel Horizon is a bit boring now even I love Zero dawn (sorry Horizon fan).

    It has some optimization issue for pc but after some update now it is much better. After playing this game, I'm a big fan of From soft now can't wait for them to release some DLC for it.    … Expand
  90. Jollyolfun
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    souls games that is both more user friendly to a wide margin of people, and also harder than the other games depending on how you go about it.
  91. Yuppie
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    After about 8 hours of getting the gyst of it. This is my absolute favorite game since a long time. This is also my very first Souls-Bourne game. Took me about 62 hours to complete my first playthrough. So much to do and explore. There is also NO MICROTRANSACTIONS.
  92. Victorrami
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    Best game that has been released yet. Very addicting a very large game, good graphics overall and gameplay is amazing
  93. OscarAlvarez
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    No microtransaction, no live service, just a Brutal game in an epic fantasy world with one of the best pvp systems a must play.
  94. dannyyboyy0315
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    Hate seeing this anywhere below atleast a 9. But it's an easy 10/10 for me. I created an account just to help this game's ratings. I'm 80 hours in and I can safely say it's the best game I've ever played. As a 30 year old man, it makes me feel like a kid again, even just thinking about playing it after work! If we are comparing games, this is objectively a 10/10. So majestical andHate seeing this anywhere below atleast a 9. But it's an easy 10/10 for me. I created an account just to help this game's ratings. I'm 80 hours in and I can safely say it's the best game I've ever played. As a 30 year old man, it makes me feel like a kid again, even just thinking about playing it after work! If we are comparing games, this is objectively a 10/10. So majestical and mysterious. Dark cosmic horror mixed with open world medieval buildings. Different enemies, different locations, it just never gets old. I honestly don't know how I'm ever gonna play another "Ubisoft like" title again. The industry better step it's game up! Fingers crossed.… Expand
  95. Armored103
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    If really like what fromsoftware have done in the past, congratulations it an amazing game ahead. Because they took every incredible elments in past games and mix them in this game and added some unique things as well like the summons (Pokémon)
  96. Drew17
    Mar 24, 2022
    9
    Biggest bang for your buck at 60 bucks maybe in the history of gaming. Challanging but fair for veterans of open world rpgs. Incredible enemy variety and so many ways to build your character. The only minor draw backs ive found are the camera/lock on feature are not the best and the game doesnt hold your hand to the point that you will miss cool and important things. It forces you toBiggest bang for your buck at 60 bucks maybe in the history of gaming. Challanging but fair for veterans of open world rpgs. Incredible enemy variety and so many ways to build your character. The only minor draw backs ive found are the camera/lock on feature are not the best and the game doesnt hold your hand to the point that you will miss cool and important things. It forces you to look up certain questlines and breaks immersion imo. However, its a must have for any rpg fan.… Expand
  97. ThankYouPD
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    Awesome game. Best from software game so far. Can’t wait to see what comes next.
  98. Iwsa5
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    I like the diversity of this game And the addition of the open world is beautiful, and there is a beautiful diversity in the Dungeon
  99. Dani776
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    Nice nice nice nice nice nice nice nice nice nice nice nice nice nice nice nice
  100. MikeRollins123
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    This is the most beautiful Game of of Fromsoft a real Masterpiece you can feel the spirit of every Dark souls but mixed with Zelda gameplay and this become the best Game ever i hope Miyazaki and Fromsoft give us another game like this
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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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