Elden Ring

 PlayStation 5
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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 12214 Ratings

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  1. Dioda
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Probably on of the best games I have ever played. At a time where open world games are full of copy and paste content, FromSoft created a world full of surprises that promotes exploration and discovery.
  2. DavidAbahi
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    So far, this is the best game in 2022,And the most important thing is that this is the same Dark souls that everyone loves.
  3. Elitenoob85
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Absolutely the best game I have ever played in my life, hands down. Expect a challenge if your new to the Soulsbourne games, the difficulty is way over exaggerated, and the game gives you the tools to make it easier if you need, and there is so much freedom that you can always just move to a different area to if your stuck, and can come back after you’ve leveled up. Early game is alwaysAbsolutely the best game I have ever played in my life, hands down. Expect a challenge if your new to the Soulsbourne games, the difficulty is way over exaggerated, and the game gives you the tools to make it easier if you need, and there is so much freedom that you can always just move to a different area to if your stuck, and can come back after you’ve leveled up. Early game is always hard for new players, until you level up, get the gear you like and find your flow. But once you learn the flow the game is not “insanely hard” at all. It’s a deep game, but that’s why it’s so rewarding. Don’t expect much hand holding, this game won’t lead you around on a leash like others. But that’s the beauty, and what makes you feel like your on actual adventure. Instead of just watching cutscene after cutscene, being told where to go and what to do and how to do it. You will have to actually think some. There is no quest log. You will die, but you will overcome. You will find your way. And if you need help, there is a whole giant community ready to tell you to “Git gud” no really tho as long as your not whiny, people will help and guide you with WHATEVR you need. Just don’t show up crying or complaining that this games is trash. Show your resolve and determination, you will get respect and all the help you need. Not about being good, it’s about not being a baby. It’s about understanding these games are about the adventure, not the “difficulty”. This game sets out and perfectly nails what it’s trying to do. It’s not about just being hard, it never has. It’s about exploration, the journey, the atmosphere, the adventure. The hardship and overcoming it to become beast mode. Then you start wrecking dudes, until you get comfortable and come up against an enemy who only SEEMS insanely hard at first, and get destroyed. But you rise and come back to overcome. The performance has been ifffy for some. I’m on Ps5 and get an occasional small frame drop but for me that’s it, and even still I can’t imagine playing anything else right now, performance be damned. It’s worse for others granted, but that will get fixed. I never thought these games would be for me, I didn’t like “hard just be hard” games, until I actually finally played through one, and it clicked, and now after playing all of fromsoftware games from DeS, I understand the diehards. This is easily their magnum opus, a love letter to Fromsoft fans, but also anyone wanting to experience the FS formula for the first time. Don’t believe the negative posts that don’t relate to performance. Some games just aren’t for some people, doesn’t make them bad games. Being mad at performance is understandable, game breaking to some, but rest assure that once it is, you will understand why everyone who’s been able to play it before release has been giving it a 10/10. THANK YOU FROMSOFT!!!! You have done your fans proud, and we hope for a fix to the Performance issues so that no one will have any excuse to not play this game. Time will tell and I’m not worried about it success in the long run. So peace out, Im not a writer and have been ranting long enough, I’m heading back to The Lands Between on my magistical horned stead to stand beneath the Erdtree and make my claim. And I truly hope those who are having a difficult time with performance a speedy recovery so you can join in jolly cooperation!… Expand
  4. William8503
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    A game as old as time. The Latin soulous-bornious, through and through. All the positives without the soul crushing death punishments. Research (unless your a masochistic) and grind, and you will be victorious.
  5. Alidlg
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    The game is fantastic with alot of areas to visit the only problem fisit is the frames drop wich on ps5 its not that annoying its just a couple of seconds and im sure they are ganna fix it
  6. CoolManStevo
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    review bombing a game just because you hate the hype is the saddest thing you can do
    come out of your basements and actually try enjoying something for once
  7. Hatter668
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Good graphics, excellent creature and level design, has an evolution in combat compared to the old games in the series.
  8. CHEESYKIRITO12
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a phenomenal game must try for any soulborne fan like me. The open world, bosses designs are outstanding i hope everyone who plays the wholeheartedly enjoys it and luck on your journey tarnished .… Expand
  9. Alexaire
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Honestly don't listen to the whiny baby who gave the game a low score, game is perfect as it is with beautiful open world, memorable bosses, those who kept whining probably cannot pass the first boss, instead of bashing the game you can work on your low skills, git gud casul
  10. gubo6793
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best game ever for real. I really love the open world and super strong enemies.… Expand
  11. Muhaimen
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    I bet the game yesterday It took me amonth
    I finished all npcs questline and all bosses
    And all dungeons it was great game it has been awhile
    Since I feel statiSfied beautiful world with many things
    Good job fromsoftware i will wait what beautiful game you will did and gg marTin make great lore i wish he will still apartenship with fromsoftware
  12. Jayrt1
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    So far I have around 20 hours in the game and so far it is my favorite game from the company. Alot of the negative reviews from this game are on bad optimization and bad graphics, the latter which is not true they just want hyper realilistic graphics or to be like demon souls which is on a completely different game engine. The optimization needs to be improved but that will happen in aSo far I have around 20 hours in the game and so far it is my favorite game from the company. Alot of the negative reviews from this game are on bad optimization and bad graphics, the latter which is not true they just want hyper realilistic graphics or to be like demon souls which is on a completely different game engine. The optimization needs to be improved but that will happen in a patch or two. 10/10 reccomend this game especially if your new to the souls series.… Expand
  13. ali0109a
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    This game will go down as a modern masterpiece. Fromsoftware does it again with their art, lore, and gameplay. If you're not a fan of the souls game, Elden Ring. It rewards you
    for exploring, and has so much content. It is definitely worth the hype it is getting.
  14. yepus
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    This game is truly a masterpiece

    I've heard people complaining about performance and I know it doesn't run good on the pc port, but I'm running it on a ps4 on a **** tv and it runs perfectly. (that also might be because I have never seen over 45fps in my life). also who gives a **** if the graphics aren't next gen. They are a major step up from ds3 and sekiro, and when I play a video    This game is truly a masterpiece

    I've heard people complaining about performance and I know it doesn't run good on the pc port, but I'm running it on a ps4 on a **** tv and it runs perfectly. (that also might be because I have never seen over 45fps in my life).

    also who gives a **** if the graphics aren't next gen. They are a major step up from ds3 and sekiro, and when I play a video game story, world, gameplay , and art direction take a massive priority over graphics, and this game delivers on all of those fronts

    people are actually complaining about difficulty? It's a ****ing soulsborne git gud.

    one thing I was worried about initially was the open world. as we all know open world games tend to have boring in between areas. I am 10 hours in and yet to beat Margit and never once have I been bored of running around on the horse exploring the world.

    overall if I could give this game an 11 I would    … Expand
  15. UncleBobbyB
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    I'm several hours in so far but I can already tell that this game will be a masterpiece for me. If you hate their previous games then you're not going to like this one. I got hooked through Bloodborne and subsequently Dark Souls and Demon's Souls. A 10/10 doesn't mean it doesn't have any flaws or doesn't need future patches/fixes but it is and will be an unforgettable experience.

    If    I'm several hours in so far but I can already tell that this game will be a masterpiece for me. If you hate their previous games then you're not going to like this one. I got hooked through Bloodborne and subsequently Dark Souls and Demon's Souls. A 10/10 doesn't mean it doesn't have any flaws or doesn't need future patches/fixes but it is and will be an unforgettable experience.

    If you're a PS5 owner, I recommend you start with Demon's Souls as I found that to be the easiest out of all the From Software games.    … Expand
  16. DylMal
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Wow...just..wow..This game will be setting the standard for the next generation of games ..this is the ocarina of time of our generation..
  17. kkkdddhhh3333
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    So much fun to play. It is a ultimate perfect form of soul-likes game . I played every fromsoftware game
    and this is the best.
  18. YOUSSSSSSEF
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    The greatest from soft game ever. A masterpiece Everything in it is just amazing
  19. SyronW
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    WTF are the people saying, I can only speak for the PS5, but the game is gorgeous, gigantic, it's like 5 dark souls in one. Are the people that are rating even playing the game or just have a **** PC / old gen console (don't know if there are issues on old gen).

    This game is great btw.
  20. halisdeiru
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    A soulsborn so good that it takes what was good at older games and uprades it to the new level. Even the mini boss designs are epic and scary, locations are stunning and full of things you can discover,horse mechanics are well polished and easy to master, no copy-pase activites in open world. An absolute masterpiece.
  21. Ma_Ra_111
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    The best what From Software has learned over the past years.

    Brilliant characters, stories and a captivating gameplay.

    Love it!
  22. Arthur0
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    I like the game a lot. The performance on PS5 is not ideal yet, but exploring the open world is super great.
  23. jirojiro
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    The greatest masterpiece in game history
    Historical masterpiece
    This is the first time for such an interesting game.
    really like.
    masterpiece.
    I love you.
    Full of game love.
  24. Nuclearpie
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Don't believe all the review bombers!!! Elden ring does have some optimization issues and is not the "best looking game of all time", but it is an amazing experience none the less. The world is immersive, dark, and hauntingly beautiful. The gameplay is tight and engaging. If you ever found yourself enjoying a souls game in the past you will probably enjoy this game thoroughly.
  25. loinn
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the greatest games in history, I can't think of anything bad to say about this game… Expand
  26. Tripsteeee
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    A masterpiece!!! World class design by world class developers; hats off to From Software!
  27. kainazinho
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    elden ring is the single best game i have ever played, and i played them all
  28. Dasth
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. All the game its a Absolut masterpiece, the art, music, ambientation, the world feels bigger than really is… Expand
  29. SpunkyKong
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Absolute masterpiece, Fromsofts greatest accomplishment yet. PC performance has surprisingly been near perfect for me, but it is on a 3080ti i9 10850k.
  30. Diablo666pp
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    absolutely revolutionary, a massive masterpiece, the pinnacle of gaming,a must play
  31. AhmedMobis
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    One of the best experiences in my life and one of the best games ever The best open world in the history of electronic games.
    Rise Tarnished, Rise and become the Elden lord
    Oh and Git gud
  32. LionHeart35
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    De los mejores juegos de todo el 2022.. con una historia fascinante y excelente jugabilidad
  33. buckeyes622
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    Short and sweet review.
    Massive world. Tons of enemies, bosses, weapons, armor, spells. So many places to go, see and do. Itll be years before I find everything
  34. ValerianVoid
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    The ultimate Dark Souls open world expierence, it's definitely captured my heart since I've been a fan of these games since 2013, performance isn't as bad as most of the review bombers are saying unless they're on older consoles, on PS5 I've had a constant 60 FPS and after a recent patch one day after release I've had no stuttering either. Elden Ring will definitely be a game that's talkedThe ultimate Dark Souls open world expierence, it's definitely captured my heart since I've been a fan of these games since 2013, performance isn't as bad as most of the review bombers are saying unless they're on older consoles, on PS5 I've had a constant 60 FPS and after a recent patch one day after release I've had no stuttering either. Elden Ring will definitely be a game that's talked about years and years from now, it's absurdly beautiful with a lot to do in the open world, it's still a great challenge but with minor safety nets such as checkpoint like items right before a big boss fight or tough area that let's you respawn closer to the area if you die, accessibility without lowering difficulty overall. If you like dark souls in anyway what do ever you'll fall on love with Elden Ring.… Expand
  35. mohammadreport
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    i spent 20 hours in the game and not even tired
    this game is awsome but some mini bosses is too easy
  36. Mordin23
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Ok, why is this geetting so reviewbombed. It is a from software game, it was clear it would be hard. If it is too hard for you stop comoplaining and don't play it like normal people. There also genres I don't like and yet I am not saying games of this genre are the worst of all time.
  37. Lithium796
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    2011 saw the release of two of the most influential games for the RPG genre, dark souls and Skyrim. One was a complex and mysterious game, with some of the greatest level designs in modern gaming - and the other was an adventure through a seemingly limitless fantasy world. Both were fantastic games in their own right, but even back then I always dreamed of a Skyrim with the addictive2011 saw the release of two of the most influential games for the RPG genre, dark souls and Skyrim. One was a complex and mysterious game, with some of the greatest level designs in modern gaming - and the other was an adventure through a seemingly limitless fantasy world. Both were fantastic games in their own right, but even back then I always dreamed of a Skyrim with the addictive combat and difficulty of dark souls, and likewise I dreamed of a dark souls that had the sandbox freedom of Skyrim.

    Fast forward to 2022 and this dream has been realised. The open world element of Elden Ring reinvigorates the souls-like core gameplay symbiotically. The great level design and inter connectivity of dark souls is still here, and so is the great combat and progression. But now we have a huge open world full of secrets to uncover. In dark souls sometimes the difficulty could be suffocating, with your only option to “get gud” and grind your way through a dastardly place like Sen’s Fortress. In Elden Ring when things get hard you can teleport across the map and set off in a direction of your choosing. Levelling up while uncovering lore rich dungeons and points of interest. It honestly never even feels like grinding.

    This game still isn’t for everyone, if you’re looking for a game that is completely accessible and has the best graphics of the decade - this might not be it. But if you’re even slightly willing to give the souls-like combat a decent try, and if you love fantasy RPGs - this is absolutely the best game of its kind since 2011.    … Expand
  38. VitaMea
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    The more i play the more i fall in love with this game. It was stressful at the start but once you figure things out it’s something else… easily the best fromsoft game
  39. ams352
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Review bombing made me feel compelled to share my two cents. So far, I’m loving the game. I’ve clocked 20+ hours and think it’s been an exciting expansion from prior iterations in the Soulsbourne series. That said, Soulsbourne games aren’t for everyone. Most of the people who review this highly tend to love this genre already. I am one of those people. These are my favorite games, withoutReview bombing made me feel compelled to share my two cents. So far, I’m loving the game. I’ve clocked 20+ hours and think it’s been an exciting expansion from prior iterations in the Soulsbourne series. That said, Soulsbourne games aren’t for everyone. Most of the people who review this highly tend to love this genre already. I am one of those people. These are my favorite games, without a doubt. When I see reviews panning the game for graphics and minor frame rate stutter, I can’t help but think that these reviewers were kind of bound to not like these games. These games are not about graphics. They aren’t about a tight, neat story. This is a game focused on an exceptionally refined combat system vs. some of the most thoughtfully designed hurdles to overcome with that combat system. The result is, to me, the most rewarding games I’ve ever played. If that sounds like your cup of tea, you’ll love this game.… Expand
  40. Astatine69
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Elden Ring's level design is the best in any of FromSoft's games. The open world beautifully blends with the open world to keep the player engaged. The combat is more fluid than ever and the sights you see exploring the world is the best I've ever seen.
  41. Naldo87
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Amazing world to explore and improvement on the already amazing Souls gameplay. Perfect game and strong GOTY contender.
  42. JesterJingles
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    This game will take any issue you had with dark soul’s 3 combat and address it. The open world is very good at getting my attention and it seems like any thing that can distract me will.
  43. Omidbloodsouls
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Without any doubt Elden ring is an ammmmazing MASTERPIECE! all of us know about some issues on pc but dont forget that these issues will solve with updates . Elden ring is literally a valuable artwork . Soulsborne series are not just a game for me , these games are like LOVE AND LIFE for me.
  44. DonBongo
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Just amazing. Everything I ever wanted it to be and more. This game feels so massive at every turn and it honestly is just crazy how Fromsoftware steps up there games each time. More of this please.
  45. Ragdolll
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Perfect game, few minor stutters for now but will be fixed soon.
    The sense of exploration is amazing and the map is insanely large. The enemy design is phenomenal and very diverse.
  46. Litterate_tea
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    This game is a fabulous continuation of the Is souls franchise. The diversity of npc's Is breathtaking. You feel immersed as you traverse through the World mounted or unmounted. The diversity Of character types makes this makes this game even better. You dont have to stick to a specific play style with any of the starting types.you cand do anything in the world of elden ring . So riseThis game is a fabulous continuation of the Is souls franchise. The diversity of npc's Is breathtaking. You feel immersed as you traverse through the World mounted or unmounted. The diversity Of character types makes this makes this game even better. You dont have to stick to a specific play style with any of the starting types.you cand do anything in the world of elden ring . So rise tarnished and become the next elden lord… Expand
  47. 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
  48. Chambo24
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    FromSoftware’s best work. The world is chock-full of enemies, locations, items, and is amazingly designed. While it can be overwhelming at first trying to figure out where to go and what to do, it allows you to naturally explore and find things as you progress through the map. If you get stuck or aren’t doing enough damage, try a different area. Overall I would say this is going to winFromSoftware’s best work. The world is chock-full of enemies, locations, items, and is amazingly designed. While it can be overwhelming at first trying to figure out where to go and what to do, it allows you to naturally explore and find things as you progress through the map. If you get stuck or aren’t doing enough damage, try a different area. Overall I would say this is going to win game of the year hands down. Amazing graphics and no framrate issues whatsoever… Expand
  49. Whiteblade101
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Combines all the amazing things from previous games, and adds even more. Entertaining and amazing visuals throughout the entire game.
  50. Edyn104
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Greatest game of all time. (Obviously the game has flaws, but these absolute man children giving the game a zero out of ten for frame drops are just laughable.) 10/10 Best game ever, without question. Wonderful art style brought up by very nice particle and lighting effects. Many games bring more advanced graphic systems, but many games fail to have even close to the amount of presence andGreatest game of all time. (Obviously the game has flaws, but these absolute man children giving the game a zero out of ten for frame drops are just laughable.) 10/10 Best game ever, without question. Wonderful art style brought up by very nice particle and lighting effects. Many games bring more advanced graphic systems, but many games fail to have even close to the amount of presence and gravitas that Elden Ring has. It is the result of over a decade in experience, taking what works from every game From has put out. It is a love letter to fans of their previous games. The difficulty curve can be mitigated by exploring and basically questing in the open world, though victory is always achieved by your timing and confidence. Don't let these review bombers pull you away from a truly awesome experience.… Expand
  51. goated
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Imagine giving Elden ring a bad score because of frame drops on pc, this is for the ps5 version anyway, anyway the games amazing.
  52. Connor01
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    What every body has been asking for, a dense open world without hundreds a way point markers flooding your map. The combat is classic souls formula with it becoming more refined with every release. The bosses and enemy AI is a great next step with Fromsoftware.
  53. Hhhyuuh8
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. People complaining the graphics arent good but the artstyle is god tier thats why it looks so good. Plus the world design is amazing. The game deserves better for being so awesome, lets encourage people from r/eldenring to come here and rate the game. The bad reviews are unfounded. So many are saying the world is "empty" when there are points of interestThis game is a masterpiece. People complaining the graphics arent good but the artstyle is god tier thats why it looks so good. Plus the world design is amazing. The game deserves better for being so awesome, lets encourage people from r/eldenring to come here and rate the game. The bad reviews are unfounded. So many are saying the world is "empty" when there are points of interest everywhere. There mighf be some review-bombing going on.… Expand
  54. Gamegamer69
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Best game i have ever played its soooo good a perfect master piece. In just 2 days i have spent 31 hours on it
  55. WhiningPlebian
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    It appears that all the bad reviews are copy/pastes of the same talking points, I would place a handsome wager that 99% of the people posting bad reviews haven't played the game and are just repeating the negatives they've read here and other places. Were you guys born yesterday? Every massive open world game will have issues on day one, thanks to be expected.

    The other theme I've noticed    It appears that all the bad reviews are copy/pastes of the same talking points, I would place a handsome wager that 99% of the people posting bad reviews haven't played the game and are just repeating the negatives they've read here and other places. Were you guys born yesterday? Every massive open world game will have issues on day one, thanks to be expected.

    The other theme I've noticed is how many Cheeto dusted basement dwelling trolls can't stand to see anything succeed so they have to try and tear it down.

    This is Fromsoftware guys, they've never made a bad game, in fact, with the exception of DS2 which was made by a different team, all of their games are masterpieces.

    At the end of the day, it doesn't matter if people think it's great or terrible, it only matters if the person playing it likes it.

    Some people only live to spend their life whining and complaining.    … Expand
  56. xenoa
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    best game I ever played, the Art style is good, and the bosses are pretty challenging and fun
  57. LagMaster
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    Elden is probably if not definitely the best game produced by FromSoftware and possibly one of the best games of all time. The content is vast and worth the money but for those not prepared for the challenges that come with the game, I would not recommend it as it takes some effort and learning to beat the game. However, while the game can be extremely difficult at times the game providesElden is probably if not definitely the best game produced by FromSoftware and possibly one of the best games of all time. The content is vast and worth the money but for those not prepared for the challenges that come with the game, I would not recommend it as it takes some effort and learning to beat the game. However, while the game can be extremely difficult at times the game provides ways and means to overcome these difficulties without holding the players hands through every step.

    While the graphics are almost the same as ps4, everything else in the game compensates for it. The world is huge full of sites not usually found in any other game as the world feels built from scratch and the environment is specially built based on that. While the world is huge, it is not littered with meaningless quests and areas which makes almost every discovery meaningful and not like a chore.

    While battling on horseback need a bit of getting used to and learning, the overall horseback mechanics are almost excellent and smooth without it feeling too clunky or restrictive.

    The game is excellent and challenging with a vast open world and content that feels like it never runs out but does not feel like a chore hence continues to give a sense of adventure from the beginning to the very end of the game.    … Expand
  58. MetaMemer
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Everything about this game is great. Looks like a lot of people don't understand the Souls Art direction and mistaken it for outdated graphics...which is not true.
    Game is beautiful, music is amazing, world is amazing and feels like a huge great adventure.
    I didn't have any major performance problems, outside of one boss so far and I'm like 30h into the game. It's a masterpiece and all    Everything about this game is great. Looks like a lot of people don't understand the Souls Art direction and mistaken it for outdated graphics...which is not true.
    Game is beautiful, music is amazing, world is amazing and feels like a huge great adventure.
    I didn't have any major performance problems, outside of one boss so far and I'm like 30h into the game.
    It's a masterpiece and all the salty reviewers giving 0, are still stuck at Margit.    … Expand
  59. Kelvinlok
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Best game of All time! Brilliant design using an open world on soul style game.
  60. kingvin96
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    I would give 9, however, because of the jerks saying **** about the game I will give a 10. The map is a masterpiece, there is new things everywhere that adds up to the lore, good optional bosses, incredibly unique enemies and NPC. Of course the graphics (which are better than DS3 and Sekiro) aren't new gen level but that's not a surprise, everyone saw the gameplay trailer and beta test, soI would give 9, however, because of the jerks saying **** about the game I will give a 10. The map is a masterpiece, there is new things everywhere that adds up to the lore, good optional bosses, incredibly unique enemies and NPC. Of course the graphics (which are better than DS3 and Sekiro) aren't new gen level but that's not a surprise, everyone saw the gameplay trailer and beta test, so its not like they lied to anyone. The framerate is a problem on PC but not enough to make the game unplayable, its more of a detail thing that soon shall be fixed.

    There is some people giving bad reviews just because the critics gave 10/10. Come on, that's not fair with the devs and everyone that worked on the game.    … Expand
  61. xWildWolfx
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    I’m addicted to this game! Dark souls gameplay, breath of the wild exploration, Skyrim inspired map and tons of replay value this game is a masterpiece. If your looking for the perfect game to keep you playing for thousands of hours, this is the game!
  62. Iron_Tarkus
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Without a doubt the best game I have ever played. The open world has been meticulously designed, there are secrets in every corner of the map, the legacy dungeons are similar to previous souls titles but on a grander scale. The combat and art style are perfect. Miyazaki is a genius!
  63. SBha
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    I have found this game to be incredible experience. The level design is out of this world (you expect that from a Fromsoftware game), the Open world has been used competently (exploration is thoroughly rewarding) and boss fights are the best that one can hope to find in a video game!
  64. heomer
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Best game ever ! Thank you From Software and Miyazaki San and teams. Goty 2022 !
  65. iordkous
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    The game is a Masterpiece! Amazing gameplay, fantastic picture and atmosphere! A must play!
  66. agiyx
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Good game, had a few problems in launch due to a security issue which had been discovered days before release, which caused a few performance issues by fixing said security issue.
  67. MexicanFake
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Simplemente impecable , ademas , yo no tuve ninguna clase de problemas de rendimiento.
  68. Uqjahs
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    별점테러범들 느그가족 내가 찢어버림 느그 가족 내가 죽임 ㅋ
  69. Sigur1
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    All the bad ratings came from Horizon fans who cant stand that this game it's so much better
  70. GoodbW
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    This game is rich with content that is very engaging. It is unbelievable as to how many bosses this game has and how high their quality is! The areas look and feel distinct in an open world that is very well designed
  71. Ryanhanseng
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    It's basically dark souls 4 placed in an open world-like setting.. which is fantastic! when the great critic reviews came out, I knew people would buy it and not know what they're getting themselves into.. hence the bad user reviews but as a fan of everything fromsoftware puts out, Iapprove of Elden Ring!
  72. Enzer
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Best game ever played after sekiro and bloodborne, not a big fan of dark souls, but this Is something else
  73. Makodami
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Ich liebe die Dark souls spiele, ich liebe das Kampfsystem und dieses Prinzip in eine Offene Welt verpackt macht es zu einem perfekten Spiel für mich. Gibt kein Spiel der letzten Jahre welches mich spielerisch so mitgenommen hat. Das letzte war Skyrim.
  74. Xews19
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Just another FromSoftware masterpiece. The amount of places and things to discover is insane!
  75. Joy_Divide
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. I picked up the game Friday, started playing about 7pm. It’s now 11.30am on Sunday, and have 22 hours played.

    The world design is a massive step forward for open world games. You are given no direction, and yet quite quickly, become engrossed in exploration, Elden Ring doesn’t want to let you go. There’re enemies and items in every direction. Caves, camps,    This game is a masterpiece. I picked up the game Friday, started playing about 7pm. It’s now 11.30am on Sunday, and have 22 hours played.

    The world design is a massive step forward for open world games. You are given no direction, and yet quite quickly, become engrossed in exploration, Elden Ring doesn’t want to let you go. There’re enemies and items in every direction. Caves, camps, villages, ruins, castles and keeps, what they’ve achieved here is something great. The crafting is simple and does not distract you from the core mechanics of the game. The world is huge, In my 22 hours, I’ve only had two boss models be repeated / reused, and even in those cases, the boss had either a different weapon or something added to the fight to mix things up.

    The combat is fluid and, while it has it’s quirks, it’s essentially what we’ve come to expect in a From game. The bosses are varied in both aesthetic and challenge. While most will not deliver that frustration and block to progression your first stab at Smough and Ornstein did 10 years ago, they test your skill and knowledge of the game non the less.

    People seem obsessed with the performance and graphics of the game. Well, no From game is known for it’s stellar performance on release . Either they’re not familiar with From games, or they are, and they’re just sensitive to fps dips. The game does drop below 60 dps in performance mode on PS5, but never to an extent that results in the game crashing or becoming unplayable. I’ve had graphical pop ins, bugs where my mount didn’t spawn in and I was left flying in mid air, rendering issues, and fps drops. But none of that has affected my enjoyment of Elden Ring because… this game is everything we could have asked for and From have knocked it out of the park.

    On the graphical issues and performance, people need some perspective. No PS5 game runs well in any sort of the quality, resolution, cinematic mode, the fps is always unbearable… we’re two years in and this is still the case. Nobody talks about this. All PS5 games are essentially last gen (PS4) ports with checkboarding resolution / upscaling. In general, almost every game released nowadays is unfinished, and the price tag for exclusives and annual releases has gone up to £60 or £70. You can’t have everything I’m afraid, we have backward compatibility, well, we sacrificed a true generational leap in the progress. Elden Ring does what it can with the limitations placed on it for having to be developed for 5 different platforms, I can almost guarantee that the game would be better optimised and look better overall, if it were only developed for PS5, Series X and PC.

    One last note. Graphically the game is somewhat identical to Dark Souls 3. But to come out with what they’ve produced in the 4 or 5 years since Senior, is nothing short of astounding. Yes, it is disappointing that we’re not looking at Demon’s Souls aesthetics, but please remember that Demon’s Souls was PS5 only, all development time went into optimising the game for that platform. Elden Ring has been developed with last PS4 players in mind.    … Expand
  76. Vinorosso
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    MAMMA MIA, that’s what I’d say.
    A Masterpiece that surprisingly obliterate the previous soul’s chapters in terms of ANYTHING
  77. maffeusz
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Everything that was promissed and much more. It looks like the most dense open world ever made. Landscapes, forest and castles are breathtaking.
  78. SickAcid
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    This game is the ultimate experience from fromsoft. They have added and tweaked all the best parts of each of their soulsborne + sekiro games.
    I don't get why everyone is rushing to bash this game. Yes it has its performance problems, but I have tested on multiple platforms and it is not as bad as some people make it.
    They will surely improve the game performance. We saw the exact thing    This game is the ultimate experience from fromsoft. They have added and tweaked all the best parts of each of their soulsborne + sekiro games.
    I don't get why everyone is rushing to bash this game. Yes it has its performance problems, but I have tested on multiple platforms and it is not as bad as some people make it.
    They will surely improve the game performance. We saw the exact thing with bloodborne.
    I think this game is a masterpiece and it has some extremely dense content and things to explore. For such a scale, I think that the price tag is a blessing. Never seen triple A games done with such passion.
    For me at least, it is the best game of all time.    … Expand
  79. vinkur
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    Whoever is review bombing this game definitely hasn't made their way past the first open area by any means or hasn't even played the game. If you take a look at whatever lies past the first open area, you'd understand what massive game this is not only in terms of scale, but also in terms of art direction. I've never played anything like this and I've been playing videogames since theWhoever is review bombing this game definitely hasn't made their way past the first open area by any means or hasn't even played the game. If you take a look at whatever lies past the first open area, you'd understand what massive game this is not only in terms of scale, but also in terms of art direction. I've never played anything like this and I've been playing videogames since the early nineties. I'm a huge souls fan exactly for this reason: FROMSOFT NEVER DISAPPOINTS! This is a top tier game. I'm only 25 hours in and cannot believe the amount of work and love FROM has poured into this title. If I had a chance I'd go and thank each and every one of the developers for providing us such titles and not choosing to do something like other studios do for more revenue. MUST PLAY!… Expand
  80. Kir_Kostis_I
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    The game is really fun and enjoyable as long as you know what you are doing. I really had a blast playing this game.
  81. CristopherB940
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good! Good!
    Not problem
    Nice!
    The great news is that you are going to have ps5    … Expand
  82. Scuzzballs
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    The most incredible ge ever created. Don't listen to these moaners about the games performance it performs mostly fine yeah there's occasionally FPS drops but nothing major and they are away and are fixing it bashing a game based on this is insane
  83. BettyBouncer
    Mar 1, 2022
    10
    Elden Ring is the best game I have played in at least ten years, maybe ever. Gameplay wise it is exactly what I expected and wished for. It is the combination of every good gameplay aspect of earlier souls games. You can roam freely in an open world in which every region feels and looks immensly different from the other regions. These regions are filled with content as well. I have comeElden Ring is the best game I have played in at least ten years, maybe ever. Gameplay wise it is exactly what I expected and wished for. It is the combination of every good gameplay aspect of earlier souls games. You can roam freely in an open world in which every region feels and looks immensly different from the other regions. These regions are filled with content as well. I have come back to earlier regions and almost always found a new dungeon or a new npc. While not every small corner in this world is filled with items or general secrets, you still get rewarded for exploration, but in a slightly broader scale than in the earlier From Software titles.

    Now performance:

    This game is currently being review bombed by people for multiple reasons. Mostly the performance on PC. It is only day 3 so I am certain that these issues will be fixed soon, especially with a company like From Software, who is always trying to listen to the community. Nevertheless, these issues do not suddenly turn this beautifully breathtaking game to a 0 points. Do not listen to these people. Whenever a big majority of people enjoy a game, other people start hating on this game because they want to be different. Please do not let yourself be influenced by them.    … Expand
  84. Shouta_Rakuu
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Absolutely beautiful game world, perfect combat as you would expect. Lost of places to visit, bosses to battle, some amazing weapons and spells. Love love love it.
  85. Daron55
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    A amazing game, the world , the lore , the music , the npc and a lot of i love it
  86. ConsolesOWNER
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    I am a gamer that have over 600 plus games collection, across all my consoles. I have all Xbox and ps consoles, even the switch too! I've been waiting for long years for this game. And after putting 30 hours in this game, lemme admit that this is the best game ever I've played in my entire years of gaming. I always wanted an open world souls game and we got it. And the wait was 100% worthI am a gamer that have over 600 plus games collection, across all my consoles. I have all Xbox and ps consoles, even the switch too! I've been waiting for long years for this game. And after putting 30 hours in this game, lemme admit that this is the best game ever I've played in my entire years of gaming. I always wanted an open world souls game and we got it. And the wait was 100% worth it. This game is an ART, a true masterpiece, fromsoftware really delivered masterpieces before but this is the best game they made so far. Enjoying every second in this beautiful open world, the game has fps drops yes but I'm sure they're going to fix it, fromsoftware really delivered with this one, congratulations to the team for their hardest work. A huge accomplishment for sure!! GOTY 2022… Expand
  87. fawzi
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    you CAN NOT BELIEVE the graphics ( I'm playing on the playstation5 by the way )
  88. ilkerbey1
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Miyazaki san my senpai. Great game. Congratulations. Kojima is jealous.... Djfkfjlfg
  89. Coockis
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    O jogo me prendeu muito, e estou completamente apaixonado por ele, já fazia tempo que eu não me prendia num jogo, elden ring caiu do céu para mim.
  90. Pp4life
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    I want to start off by addressing many of the 0-4 star reviews. I question these peoples credibility because many of them are rating the game low because of the graphics. I’ve read many reviews where it starts off with “the graphics are…!” Now, I don’t know about you, but how credible is a reviewers opinion on a game when their sole focus is the graphics? One review literally said theyI want to start off by addressing many of the 0-4 star reviews. I question these peoples credibility because many of them are rating the game low because of the graphics. I’ve read many reviews where it starts off with “the graphics are…!” Now, I don’t know about you, but how credible is a reviewers opinion on a game when their sole focus is the graphics? One review literally said they gave the game a lower score simply to balance out the hype. I would argue that their credibility is of the lowest quality. While graphics are not “mind blowing,” the game more than makes up for it with the structure of the open world and gameplay. The open world feels organic; there are no markers that highlight important areas. If you want to find weapons, secret dungeons, bosses, etc., you have to explore and find those things yourself. The game does not hold your hand and tell you what to do. The environments are structured in a such a way that it draws your attention, but, at the end of the day, you must be the one to go out and explore the world to find it’s treasures. I’ve ran into so many caves and dungeons form just simply trying to get from point A to point B and being side tracked by something looking interesting in the distance. The combat, while very similar to Dark Souls, feels responsive and fluid. Enemies are not necessarily difficult, but rather intelligent; they try to bait you to attack early so that you make a mistake. The game demands that you consciously react to enemies and not simply panic dodge or attack for the sake of button mashing. Once you understand that, the combat clicks and even the pace of combat speeds up, as you dodge between enemy attacks, counter with your own attack, parry, jump attack, and create spacing/ close distances. There are a wide range of basic enemies and an even more diverse set of bosses which will truly test your ability to think in combat. The story is true to Fromsoftware; it is vague and obscured. It is up to the player to piece the events of the world together. If you are all about the story in a game, then I can understand some frustration here, but if you are a fan of other From titles, then you know exactly what you are getting.

    Overall, the game is fantastic. They have crafted an open world that is fun to explore while not being a chore to do so. From has tuned their combat system to a T. It might not be for everyone, especially those that simply want to button mash and not think about their actions during combat; or those that become angered and enraged by dying to enemies. But for long time fans of the other titles, this is a must play.    … Expand
  91. NGk
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece!!!.............................................................
  92. Davit595
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Many people are rating low due to technical issues, I also have crashes and fps drops, but that can be fixed with patches. What cant be fixed in later patches is bad design, bad game mechanics, lame story and world. And From Software doesnt need it as they gave us all those on the highetst level. Elden Ring is one of the best things that happened to video games in recent years.
  93. Mohu
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Best game ever! I love All Things. Alle New. The World. Best Game of All time
  94. Flavio902
    Mar 2, 2022
    10
    This is the ultimate version of Dark Souls thanks to its vast and gigantic open world.
  95. Woodskii
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Game is just breathtaking, imagine an open world dark souls with even cooler bosses and a more epic story being told. Hands down the best Soulsborne game yet, even over my beloved Bloodborne.
  96. Squizdoo
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Fantastic open world experience with familiar dark souls combat.
    •great soundtrack •rewarding exploration
    •beautiful atmosphere My only complaint so far is the stability of the multiplayer (co op). Hopefully we’ll see an improvement soon. As a solo experience I really have no complaints. I am aware some players are having frame rate issues but for this review I can only speak for my    Fantastic open world experience with familiar dark souls combat.
    •great soundtrack •rewarding exploration
    •beautiful atmosphere My only complaint so far is the stability of the multiplayer (co op). Hopefully we’ll see an improvement soon.

    As a solo experience I really have no complaints. I am aware some players are having frame rate issues but for this review I can only speak for my personal experience which has been exceptional!    … Expand
  97. Zynfx
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Simply Amazing. no doubt that this game is going to win the goty, pure art.
  98. TrueGamer1
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    By far the best out of the series. Never had a game make me drop my jaw as much as elden ring (and trust, I've played ALOT of games). The art and world design is next level, while it may look simple at first, after the castle everything changes. The bosses are next level to, there are multiple that in any other game, you'd expect it to be the final boss. Granted it's not, you are onlyBy far the best out of the series. Never had a game make me drop my jaw as much as elden ring (and trust, I've played ALOT of games). The art and world design is next level, while it may look simple at first, after the castle everything changes. The bosses are next level to, there are multiple that in any other game, you'd expect it to be the final boss. Granted it's not, you are only getting started. Lol, The designs, moves and abilities just leave you there in awe..
    Would without question recommend this game to anyone! Granted I will say, this game doesnt hold your hand. It doesn't tell you where to go besides a vague yellow light (grace) or if you skipped something. It really makes you feel like you are truly in control of your own story. You get to choose your own path right at the get go. Also combat is MASSIVELY improved from the past games. There are SO many different melee abilities or spells that really change up the game!
    Personally, I'll never forget my experiences playing this game, it makes me feel like a kid again, actually staying up all night to get past a certain point.
    Games like these only come once in a generation. If I was you, I wouldn't miss out on this masterpiece! 10/10. Also if you are worried about framerate, dont be. It's very rare and only in certain areas. Even then it's not bad at all and knowing fromsoftware, I'm sure it'll get fixed soon.    … Expand
  99. DissonantSubLT
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Game is absolutely what I expected as a long time souls borne fan. FromSoft absolutely nailed this game and I couldn't as for a better game!
  100. RiceISmoke
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    10/10 waited to long and I’m so happy as to how it turned out definitely game of the year
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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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