Elden Ring

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7.8

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  1. meat_tree0
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Other than a few performance issues (which is expected from FS on a PC port) I have absolutely no complaints. I love everything about this game. The map is huge, and while it might seem empty if you start looking you will find fully fleshed out mini-dungeons with fun and hard bosses at the end. The combat just feels like a more refined Dark Souls 3, which is exactly what I wanted, and allOther than a few performance issues (which is expected from FS on a PC port) I have absolutely no complaints. I love everything about this game. The map is huge, and while it might seem empty if you start looking you will find fully fleshed out mini-dungeons with fun and hard bosses at the end. The combat just feels like a more refined Dark Souls 3, which is exactly what I wanted, and all of the weapon arts and ashes of war make each fight interesting, rather than just spamming basic attacks. If you have a good enough computer you'll be able to see how good this game looks, and it's obvious how much work they put into the art. The story, which is somewhat hidden from the player like in the other soul's games, seems coherent and interesting at least from what I have played. Easily FromSoftware's best game.… Expand
  2. Sean_D
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    I'm writing this review as a BIG fan of From Software games. I feel like it's necessary to preface that I've played Demon's Souls on PS3, Dark Souls, DS 2, DS 3, Bloodborne, Sekiro, the Demon's Souls remake...I really like these games. I platinumed Bloodborne. I thought Sekiro was good, but I found it more difficult than all of the other From games. So...take into account that this isI'm writing this review as a BIG fan of From Software games. I feel like it's necessary to preface that I've played Demon's Souls on PS3, Dark Souls, DS 2, DS 3, Bloodborne, Sekiro, the Demon's Souls remake...I really like these games. I platinumed Bloodborne. I thought Sekiro was good, but I found it more difficult than all of the other From games. So...take into account that this is coming from someone that has been "conditioned" to play these games.

    OK, with that out of the way...WOW! This game is refreshing in the way Breath of the Wild (I know, I know...that comparison is made far too often) was when it came out. Recently, I restarted Horizon: Zero Dawn, because I wanted to finish that game in preparation of Forbidden West coming out. The problem I was running into with H: ZD was that the open world doesn't incentivize the player to explore. Sure...you could. But why? What would you find? Nothing exciting. Open world games need to have a sense of curiosity in the world they drop you in.

    This idea is similar to the feeling I had when Fallout 3 first came out. I remember sitting in my dorm room, roaming the wasteland. Blood pumping as I'd approach another monument or DC location of interest. They made their open world interesting by contrasting with what is already familiar with the player.

    While the world of Elden Ring is far from anything that may be familiar to the player, the game finds its own way to do what all open world games need to do. It gives the player a sense of curiosity for its world.

    You find yourself exploring the countryside, when all of the sudden, the sky turns red. The scenery has a satanic, off-putting sense that makes you feel uncomfortable and that maybe you shouldn't be there. Regardless, you explore, because despite feeling uncomfortable about where you are, you still want to find out what the area has to offer. On a similar note, you find a building that is semi-falling apart. You find the entrance and turns out what's inside is an elevator. You take the long ride down, deep into an underground world you couldn't have known existed. Magical in the serenity it provides. Despite being underground, you look up into a sea of stars. Somehow, it exists despite not making "sense." You see a castle far into the distance, and decide that while the journey to it may not be easy, the fact that reaching it all is possible is gratifying.

    Something that I can appreciate is not only is the world full of "wow, this is magical" moments. It also has moment of "laugh out loud," wow, this is ridiculous moments. The first time I came across a building sitting on a walking crater with a bell that gongs with every step it takes, I remember thinking "Wow," but also a laugh and a "WTF." A lot of the churches in the game have an NPC to greet you upon entering. To my surprise, I entered a church to find a giant turtle sporting a hat similar to the Pope's. I described this to my wife and told her that if she ever hears me randomly laughing while playing that it's because I came across something like that.

    Sorry, I know I haven't even starting talking about anything outside of it's world yet. I'm boring when it comes to these games. I play sword and shield. I made my generic-looking younger, brown haired warrior. The character creation suite is undoubtedly their most extensive yet. If you want to fine tune your avatar's chin line, go nuts. Make what you picture to be the most perfect-looking person. Make the most freakish looking monster you could conjure.

    The combat is standard Dark Souls affair. And either I'm getting better at dodge-rolling or the game is more forgiving. That's not to say that the creative enemies and bosses aren't without their challenges. The game allows you to have other players help you with difficult fights. With it being an aspect of the game, I'll welcome any help I can find.

    One aspect of the open world that isn't present in other From Software games is that you may find yourself missing areas in early parts of the world, only to come back after a good amount of leveling and looting. Now a boss that might've at one point presented a challenge at one point is easily steamrolled.

    I write this having not completed the game at this point, but the vastness and level of intrigue this game presents hasn't been met by anything I've played in a long time. I'm saddened that someone that isn't ready for how to play this won't be able to appreciate that magic it provides, but as someone that can appreciate that, this is my game of the year. Maybe my game of the last 5 to 10 years. I'm sorry if the frustration doesn't allow to find the magic. But, if you're ready, prepare yourself for some of the most gratifying gaming experiences you've had in a while.

    Fantastic game!    … Expand
  3. Daruku
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Total Masterpiece.

    An example of how a game should be made. Art direction is top tier, exploration is fun and rewarding, no fetch pointless quests. No filler, all genuine good content. 10/10 would tarnish again.
  4. Maxie1077
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    This Game is as close to perfection as video games can come. I've seen so many people get to the first or second main story boss and just give up. These people go on to leave a 5 or less review on this website. Please at least complete 80% of the game before crying and calling the game bad because you couldn't beat a boss. Don't get me wrong, this game will piss you off. Ruthless bossesThis Game is as close to perfection as video games can come. I've seen so many people get to the first or second main story boss and just give up. These people go on to leave a 5 or less review on this website. Please at least complete 80% of the game before crying and calling the game bad because you couldn't beat a boss. Don't get me wrong, this game will piss you off. Ruthless bosses and enemies being the main contributers to this factor. But they are all set up in a way that makes it fair, even to less experienced gamers. For example, The first main story boss, you can summon a mage named Rogier. This npc will shoot spells at the boss and draw aggro to provide an innate advantage to less experienced players. It is totally okay to absolutely hate this game if that is your opinion, but when you get frustrated and quit after 5-10 hours of playing, then proceed to write a negative review on the game, your opinion becomes invalid.… Expand
  5. Konradoraptor
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Elden RIng has proven to be to be an excellent game, in my eyes easily capable of winning game of the year. Firstly the open world is absolutely stunning, it is a lovely place to look at. Secondly I for one really enjoy the combat as it is relatively easy to pick up with the basics of hit and dodge, but there is so much depth to be discovered. So please do not pass this up as it is truly fantastic
  6. khoanguyen
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    I couldn't stop playing and exploring the game, everything is just PERFECT!!!!!
  7. moonlight_z
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    I had some problems with stutter, but the game is so well built that little performances flaws gets irrelevant, unless you're trying to playing on a toaster. Rn I have 60 hours and haven't finished the game yet, the world is so big and beautiful, this games doesn't need ultra mega blaster graphics because of art. Every biome is unique
  8. 7eke
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    It takes a while to understand soulsbourne games. The lost feeling, no directions, punishing battles. This game hits your very soul. The lore is insane, so many different builds you can create, the challenge MAN! that's what it's about! That journey whether alone or with the sun bros. The unknown and mystery this game offers. I'm 100 hours in taking my sweet *** time. Waited so long forIt takes a while to understand soulsbourne games. The lost feeling, no directions, punishing battles. This game hits your very soul. The lore is insane, so many different builds you can create, the challenge MAN! that's what it's about! That journey whether alone or with the sun bros. The unknown and mystery this game offers. I'm 100 hours in taking my sweet *** time. Waited so long for this game, enjoying the view and doing those slow walks lol. Thank you Fromsoftware for doing what you do, and to all my fellow tarnished GG… Expand
  9. llSBuNNYll
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played. I'm 70 hours in and I cant recommend it enough. Sure, the first couple of hours was a bit slow, since you dont really know where you should go, but soon you understand where to gi and what to do. The difficulty is hard, but not brutally hard, most of the game is easier than DS and Sekiro. If you dont like DS you wont like this game, but if you loveOne of the best games I have ever played. I'm 70 hours in and I cant recommend it enough. Sure, the first couple of hours was a bit slow, since you dont really know where you should go, but soon you understand where to gi and what to do. The difficulty is hard, but not brutally hard, most of the game is easier than DS and Sekiro. If you dont like DS you wont like this game, but if you love DS you Will have an absolute blast playing this game! The map is huge, theres so many different enemies, caves, bosses and so on. Doesnt matter which way you travel, you Will find something interesting there! If 11/10 was an option, this game would have earned it. Game of the Year without a doubt.

    Edit: I have played over 300 hours and completed the game 3 times. And it Just keeps on getting better and better! Btw my "game of the year guaranteed" statement aged well dont you think?    … Expand
  10. Tuorin_
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    I've played ds 1, 2, 3, Bloodborne, Sekiro, Demon Souls. Elden Ring is everything those games managed to be and more. I cant remember a game that make me so satisfied to play since Baldurs Gate 2, Skyrim, The Witcher 2 and 3, Doom, Duke Nuken, Age of empires, Golden Axe, Diablo 2 or Streets of Rage.

    This game is an instant classic and a must play, without a doubt.
  11. sametto
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    I see so much negative review ıdk why. This game so so so good blow my mind every time every map every boss its so so good. I feel the world. U can feel the fear inside. U can feel the wtf this is so hard to kill this boss.

    If u can do great build u can kill every one. I see meele suck no u suck u cant play this game meele is realy good if u using blood shot and good ashes of war.    I see so much negative review ıdk why. This game so so so good blow my mind every time every map every boss its so so good. I feel the world. U can feel the fear inside. U can feel the wtf this is so hard to kill this boss.

    If u can do great build u can kill every one. I see meele suck no u suck u cant play this game meele is realy good if u using blood shot and good ashes of war.

    And this game have so much ashes of war. U can play magican or warior.

    Yes this game HARD but ı love it.    … Expand
  12. BoBotheclown21
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece. Everybody that has ever held a controller should experience this game.
  13. dartalex66
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    This is the best soulslike game which I have ever played! It has a great story, interesting characters, hard Bosses and very beautiful game design.
  14. DavidRaquepas
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. The best entry in the whole soulsborne franchise. This game will be GOTY. Mark my words
  15. AshB86
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    Praise the Sun. Been waiting on this game for years. It didn't disappoint. From Software has made a classic that will change how open world's will be built for years to come. It's the most assessable From Software game but nowhere near easy. Masterpiece
  16. Notfound123
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    This game is really beautiful. The game's war mechanics, open world, exploring something on the map are excellent. The story of the game is interesting. I think this game is the best among other souls-like games.
  17. Ryanwanner
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    After the end of my 80 hour journey with this game. All I could think about it starting it all over again. I love everything about the world that fromsoftware have made. And I hope they keep up this great work and keep on delivering on there content
  18. Christianewul
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    Amazing game. So much satisfaction from overcoming hard bosses. The game does punish you but every boss is beatable. The world is very immersive and the game doesn’t hold your hand when moving through it.
  19. BabuFrik77
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    I'm a big Souls fan and have been there since the beginning. It's not an overall perfect game but for me it's the perfect Souls game! So oll rate it with a 10. I've never had so much fun with a Souls game like I do have with Elden Ring. Yes the game has some technical errors but which game doesn't nowadays!? Everything is patch able guys! The Core game is absolutely amazing! GOTY 2022 4 sure!
  20. WolfPackGaming
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    Elden Ring is the pinnacle of Soulslike games and their evolution over the years. The world is vast and beautifully horrific, filled with bosses around every corner - each of which still has the same amount of imagination, thought, and quality of bosses from the Souls games before it. It's brutal & challenging, yet exhilarating & rewarding. This is literally your favorite Souls game onElden Ring is the pinnacle of Soulslike games and their evolution over the years. The world is vast and beautifully horrific, filled with bosses around every corner - each of which still has the same amount of imagination, thought, and quality of bosses from the Souls games before it. It's brutal & challenging, yet exhilarating & rewarding. This is literally your favorite Souls game on steroids - or you could even go as far as just considering it Dark Souls 4. This is a SOULS game, through and through, so don't pick this game up looking for a Sekiro or Bloodborne style, it's an obvious, but perfect, upgrade and evolution of Souls.… Expand
  21. millenniumEX
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece!
    Unforgettable adventure, massive open world, beautiful compositions, new heights on level design.
    FromSoftware's new Magnum Opus. 10/10
  22. zib
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    This is the best iteration of the From Software games. The open world is done very well and its awesome how they leave such an insane amount of content to be discovered or that only a select few will discover. This makes this game terrible for a lot of gamers that want a helping hand in every game they play, this game doesn't at all. There are rarely games were you will play for so manyThis is the best iteration of the From Software games. The open world is done very well and its awesome how they leave such an insane amount of content to be discovered or that only a select few will discover. This makes this game terrible for a lot of gamers that want a helping hand in every game they play, this game doesn't at all. There are rarely games were you will play for so many hours straight but this is one of them and they tend to not be open world. In most open world games I just want to do the main campaign, but in this game you just want to look through every crevice to make sure you don't miss anything. I haven't finished this game yet and I'm far from it, most likely there will be some boss or other things that I will miss. But this game is the obvious GOTY!… Expand
  23. Cryosis
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    A new step. No game has gone here before. Loss for words. This game is absolutely insane in scale but it’s not just big. It’s refined to a level nobody has seen before in my opinion. Will be remembered as possibly the greatest video game of all time. Definite Top Three AT LEAST.
  24. RoselioBianchi
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    Uma obra de arte da Fromsoftware, evoluindo ainda mais o gênero Soulslike. Obrigado Hidetaka Miyazaki.
  25. Big-D
    Mar 12, 2022
    10
    Good game for souls fans. Negative reviews are coming from those who dislike souls concept
  26. MikeAvalanche
    Mar 12, 2022
    10
    Game changing game, incredible in depth and big.
    Probably the most approachable FromSoftware game for a larger audience
  27. arciukasas
    Mar 12, 2022
    10
    Best of the best. Masterpiece and those who says othervise are just souls noobs
  28. D4rckfire555
    Mar 12, 2022
    10
    O melhor jogo que eu já joguei. Simplesmente um jogo incrível. Uma obra de arte.
  29. nikiizvorski
    Mar 12, 2022
    10
    Most of the people writing these reviews are probably below 10 or they are acting like that. 10 might be a big number tho. The game is absolutely amazing. Stunning with great story open world. Just absolutely amazing piece of software. Thank you from bringing such a good dame to us. Keep them coming. I hope we will see more Open Wolrd from you guys! Absolutely love it. After couple updatesMost of the people writing these reviews are probably below 10 or they are acting like that. 10 might be a big number tho. The game is absolutely amazing. Stunning with great story open world. Just absolutely amazing piece of software. Thank you from bringing such a good dame to us. Keep them coming. I hope we will see more Open Wolrd from you guys! Absolutely love it. After couple updates the fps is up and graphics is Stunning. Absolutely no bugs or issues so far in my run on PS5. Hope everyone buys it and support the developers!… Expand
  30. Zeyth
    Mar 12, 2022
    10
    Vai ser difícil a FromSoftware conseguir lançar um outro game do tipo souls tão bom quanto esse na próxima década. A escala do mundo, tanto em tamanho, direção de arte e conteúdo é gigantesca. A liberdade na direção do progresso é total, a exploração é algo muito recompensante. Vai ser difícil jogar outra coisa esse ano. Perfeito, nada menos do que isso.
  31. Stewedjester
    Mar 12, 2022
    10
    Easily the most accessible From Software game. The open world is fun to explore and exhilarating when you happen upon an open world boss. I've had no performance issues so far and I play on the ps4. My only issue is the multiplayer. It's the usual From Software formula. Giving it a 10/10 to counter the review bombers. Real rating is 8/10
  32. Bigcheese171
    Mar 12, 2022
    10
    This game is really a masterpiece,with incredible world building , enemy designs ,lore and so much more.
  33. Horbus1
    Mar 12, 2022
    10
    Amazing game. At 140 hrs and still haven’t beaten it. Highly recommend it
  34. MaeSkii
    Mar 12, 2022
    10
    I love it, simply a beautiful game overall. First game that doesn't fall apart with the hype.
  35. Kyle1059
    Mar 12, 2022
    10
    Been playing souls game since demon soul PS3 , i can say this is the best one ever , 10/10
  36. Hollyday75
    Mar 12, 2022
    10
    Perfect open world , many many dungeons and bosses . And hard to play awesome game
  37. keyunjie96
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    It is simply the best game in the last decade. Although it is doubtful it is better than Skyrim and FNV but thankfully they are more than 10 years old. ER completely makes other open-world games like a joke.
  38. 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.
  39. Abdulrhman03
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    Just incredible, nothing more to say everyone need to give it a try, amazing open world full of discovering with multiple new ideas
  40. 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
  41. arcvox
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    Elden Ring is the fruition of esoteric mystique in lore and visual storytelling and challenging gameplay in a dark fantasy setting. The challenge this time around was implementing an open world and not falling into the trap that so many others fall into; being wide as an ocean but as deep as a puddle. From has managed to create a landscape so full of content, secrets and genuinelyElden Ring is the fruition of esoteric mystique in lore and visual storytelling and challenging gameplay in a dark fantasy setting. The challenge this time around was implementing an open world and not falling into the trap that so many others fall into; being wide as an ocean but as deep as a puddle. From has managed to create a landscape so full of content, secrets and genuinely rewarding exploration that it is at times quite overwhelming to completionist players.

    What makes this game extra special is that it doesn't lose its identity in branching out to a new approach either- the game stays true to the Souls' original beloved formulae while also daring to go in new directions. During my time with the game there have been so many incredible moments, some even going as far as reminding me of childhood memories, living out my imagination as to what the perfect adventure game could be. It's hard to put into words, but it really is amazing that they were able to fit in as much as they have into a 50gb game. There are rabbit holes everywhere which twist and turn into new landscapes, some of which are hidden within already hidden areas.

    50 hours in and I'm still discovering new places to explore. Highly recommended and close to perfection.    … Expand
  42. Ua457klk44
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    I think it's the best game ever
    RPG masterpiece
    The world view is also beautiful

    All the elements were perfect.
  43. max50falkman
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    this game is good, and those who gave bad reviews are those who suck at it and have temper problems. i honestly had fun and really got my moneys worth from this game unlike a lot of games being made now a days. so many bosses and so many hidden areas itll best take you like 60 hours to explore everything. Its an amazing looking game and at some moments i just catch myself in awe because ofthis game is good, and those who gave bad reviews are those who suck at it and have temper problems. i honestly had fun and really got my moneys worth from this game unlike a lot of games being made now a days. so many bosses and so many hidden areas itll best take you like 60 hours to explore everything. Its an amazing looking game and at some moments i just catch myself in awe because of how good it looks. The gameplay is smooth and honestly i hardly ran into technical problems which i think is more of people getting mad at being bad tbh and blaming it on whatever they can. this is my first meta review i love dark souls and this game is for sure money well spent… Expand
  44. Fricka
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    Elden Ring is one of the best games I have ever played, and one of the only open-world games I can actually handle. The game utilizes its open-world setting brilliantly, encouraging exploration which is always enjoyable in this game, as well as rewarding, granting you experience and materials with ease if you explore hard enough, instead of farming a certain enemy.

    This is where a lot    Elden Ring is one of the best games I have ever played, and one of the only open-world games I can actually handle. The game utilizes its open-world setting brilliantly, encouraging exploration which is always enjoyable in this game, as well as rewarding, granting you experience and materials with ease if you explore hard enough, instead of farming a certain enemy.

    This is where a lot of people start to fault when it comes to reviews: they think it's some regular RPG, like Pokemon - that is NOT the case. Enemies are not as repetitive as described, and if you think a challenge is too hard and requires you to farm enemies, then you are simply playing the game wrong. This game does not revolve around levels, and whilst it may make it slightly easier, the game revolves around skill, it is why battles don't involve RNG and can be beaten without leveling up at all, just like any other Dark Souls game.

    The only real complaint is that when a game has so many bosses, sometimes they blend together and seem generic, which is not surprising - it's an open-world game, but there are some very distinct bosses that shine through and are phenomenal.

    People who are placing these reviews either have not played the game, or have played it for very little but in the wrong manner, and therefore have not been fully able to gain full enjoyment. And of course, if you need to play a game in a certain way to enjoy it, that may be a negative, but the game is so explicit with how you have to play, that it just seems people are treating the game like it's any other and therefore made to seem worse.

    Elden Ring is extremely unique and is not like any other. Git Gud.    … Expand
  45. Gabe85
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    Meilleur jeux de tout les temps.
    Pourtant je galèrer avec tout les jeux de ce studio.
    Mais la nous avons le temps d'aller chercher de quoi se promener et tranquillement pour augmenter les niveau de son perssonage et revenir battre des boss.
  46. Cronospk
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    Jogo perfeito , é um dark souls melhorado a cada hora que eu jogava me dava vontade de jogar cada vez mais
  47. kawshik_saif
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    Solid gameplay, over the top world design, terrifying boss fights, eye catching visuals, deep combat mechanisms, endless possibilities, and many, many other things can be said about Elden Ring, but non of them can truly describe it for what it is. Elden Ring is out of this world, and you will have to play it
  48. tafkaj
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    Playing Video Games for over 30 years I didn‘t have so much fun with a game in a long time.
    I only started with Souls likes with the Demon‘s Souls remake on PS5 abd didnt even finish it. The open world in ER with its countless pois and the missing automatic marks makes it so much more immersive than in other games maybe except Zelda.
    Well done From Software!
  49. Poocumber
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    GotY hands down. Ticks all the boxes, best game I ever played. Huge, amazing to explore. The sense of achievement you get after finding something valuable or beating a difficult enemy or boss is so satisfying. The trolls that give low rates to dilute the overall rating are pathetic. There is nothing to unlike in this masterpiece ...
  50. IEldenDisRing4U
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    Oh man.. where to even start from and where to end this on..? Only that, would be just a disservice to the Magnum Opus called Elden Ring. I've sanked over 100+ hours now, and just beat the game at my own leisure enjoying every nook and cranny the game had to offer for me.. The sceneries of splendors i've walked and rode with (Torrent homeboy4life) Just the sheer brilliance of fantasy andOh man.. where to even start from and where to end this on..? Only that, would be just a disservice to the Magnum Opus called Elden Ring. I've sanked over 100+ hours now, and just beat the game at my own leisure enjoying every nook and cranny the game had to offer for me.. The sceneries of splendors i've walked and rode with (Torrent homeboy4life) Just the sheer brilliance of fantasy and artistry is just.. NEXT LEVEL... some thig insane boss designs i've ever had the pleasure to deal with like Rykard and the Void alien chutulu being from the cosmos/stars!? So many layers.. so many satisfying dungeons and caves to explore, so many amazing weapons with gameplay style changing powers that come along with em.

    For all the haters out there.

    GIT GUD. You don't have the right! O You don't have right! O praise the Elden Ring and its Elden Lord!

    Thank you so much Hidetaka Miyazaki and George R.R. Martin, from the bottom of my heart and all the grandeur developers from Fromsoftware, i bow to you all. And thank you from the bottom of my golden filled with Grace heart! For delivering sucha master piece, its idd One Of The Greats! One Of The Best Games, that's ever been made! No garbage Live service crap or filled with Microtransactions no **** paywalls none of the modern garbage Triple A gaming **** bravado going on here, just a full game from beginning to end with no strings attached, just a epic mind blowing journey of a adventure to behold. Sucha marvelous piece of work this game is, what a breathe of fresh air with all the Fremium/Live Service infested poorly designed games.

    I bow to yee all, hats off FromSoftware~

    Hope you all enjoyed my love letter to FromSoft~    … Expand
  51. asd12346f
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    Es un juego que se describe a si mismo, siendo en parte un dark soul y en parte un aventura de mundo abierto con una gran gran cantidad de contendió muy divertido de los la saga "Souls" es tú estilo
  52. xoro
    Mar 23, 2022
    10
    Horizon MIDbidden fanboys are pathetic asl in the reviews lmao. Y'all have fun with your checklist simulator tho.
  53. Callmeic3
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    Solid open world full and surprises around every corner. It really feels like my adventure no twitch players are the same ever. The skill required draws you in to study the game and is really immersive. 2022 game of the year
  54. 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.
  55. 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
  56. Kasiek
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    It’s just great, had so much fun with it and still do, I’m 40 hours in and still haven't finished but oh boy it’s gonna be a long ride
  57. 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.
  58. tomsliikee
    Mar 15, 2022
    10
    Its not a game. Its an journey. I didnt play any souls like ever and my friend recommend elden ring to me. And i love it. Its easy my favourite game of all time. If you have the money just buy it. Words cant discribe it.


    Cheers tomsliike
  59. 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
  60. 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
  61. NinjaReviews
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    This game take a whole different take on the open world genre. The rpg mechanics are very well implemented and the game is very fun to explore, it's rich and the world design is very very well done, personally i have not played a game like this since BOTW or Skyrim came out, very good game imo.
  62. cHARLIEFLOWERS
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    What an amazing game. Holy crap. One of the best i've played super fun too.
  63. 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!
  64. Isaacclerikc
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    El mejor juego que e visto hasta ahora texturas modo calidad situaciones jefes armas magias
  65. Jujas
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un juego increíble y no necesita modo facil ya que el juego está hecho para que los jugadores se esfuercen lo máximo… Expand
  66. 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
  67. Andonix
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    Just exposing the low capability of other game developers or creators. This is a timeless piece of art.
  68. Chubthulu
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    Absolute masterpiece, fromsoft has outdone themselves yet again, a challenging yet rewarding game, a vast map to explore, and there is no hand holding here, buckle up. This game is truly the dark souls of soulsborne games. A crowning achievement of a studio.
  69. 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 !!
  70. JoVaLo
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    Best game I played in a while, already played about a 100 hrs and it still doesn't bore at all
  71. MichelSabi
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    Sensacional, superou todas as minhas expectativas. Reunião tudo que as séries soul’s tinham de bom e melhor e incrementou trazendo muitas novidades
  72. 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
  73. Dgrans
    Mar 15, 2022
    10
    Excelente jogo, ainda não parei de jogar, e não sei quando vou parar. Sua história é sensacional e comovente. Com certeza a crítica vai ser boa e esse jogo vai perdurar por bastante tempo. Comprem sem dó, pode endividar. Para complemento de review, leia esse artigo, que traz uma abordagem bastante interessante sobre a história de Elden Ring analise:Excelente jogo, ainda não parei de jogar, e não sei quando vou parar. Sua história é sensacional e comovente. Com certeza a crítica vai ser boa e esse jogo vai perdurar por bastante tempo. Comprem sem dó, pode endividar. Para complemento de review, leia esse artigo, que traz uma abordagem bastante interessante sobre a história de Elden Ring analise: https://www.gamegratistm.com/post/elden-ring-review-analise-historia/… Expand
  74. Budgey
    Mar 19, 2022
    10
    Elden ring is a true masterpiece. If you enjoy video games you will enjoy this game simple as that.
  75. Kmayfield
    Mar 15, 2022
    10
    This game is hands down the best game we have gotten in a decade at least. It is skyrim on crack. Its a game you absolutely cannot miss. Its hands down one of the best games ever made.
  76. JinThalassic
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    Elden RIng is my favorite FromSoftware game to date, The lands between has defined a new milestone in open world games design. the world that they have created shows how much importance does have the art design in a game rather than just "graphical" quality. The UI is intuitive, it let you absorb the feelings of the world that they have masterfully crafted. Combat is exciting and preciseElden RIng is my favorite FromSoftware game to date, The lands between has defined a new milestone in open world games design. the world that they have created shows how much importance does have the art design in a game rather than just "graphical" quality. The UI is intuitive, it let you absorb the feelings of the world that they have masterfully crafted. Combat is exciting and precise as ever. A win in all departments… Expand
  77. rizy05
    Mar 15, 2022
    10
    The game has problems, it has but it has so many strengths that you forget about the problems. And just play and have fun for hours and hours.
    This is due to the freedom that the game gives the player, to make the journey as you want without a tutorial, without a lot of texts in your face telling you what you should do and I don't know what.
    This makes the game feel unique.
  78. Aunk
    Mar 15, 2022
    10
    The details of the game is crazily good. The storyline . The graphic . Everything is nicely done. This will be a part of my life. Thank you Fromsoftware.
  79. LUIS6
    Mar 15, 2022
    10
    The amount of people review bombing is so petty the games sales & love speak for themselves if its not for you its not for you but anything below a 7 is just petty man because of all this hate I seriously hope it can get game of the year just cause these petty people can't have it their way all the time
  80. chunzhangno1
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    The first time I played the soul like game, it was really painful at the beginning. There was no task guidance, no prompts, and everything needed to be explored by the playerself. But as you play by yourself, you will discover that the world is huge and rich in content. It's very exciting to discover new gear and plots in a little bit of exploration. Killing powerful enemies is also veryThe first time I played the soul like game, it was really painful at the beginning. There was no task guidance, no prompts, and everything needed to be explored by the playerself. But as you play by yourself, you will discover that the world is huge and rich in content. It's very exciting to discover new gear and plots in a little bit of exploration. Killing powerful enemies is also very refreshing. PC optimization is really not very good, but I'm still willing to give full marks. This game really needs patience and enthusiasm, and it is not suitable for players who just want to relax and enjoy quickly.… Expand
  81. aeonmist
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    A game that will influence and become an inspiration for games moving forward.
  82. adjustmacaw12
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    Solo me parece raras las invocaciones y los fans de horizon su protagonista tiene la cara de nikocado avocado XD
  83. 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!
  84. 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
  85. 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.
  86. NAHDI51
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    This is how you make an open world game, leaving everything to the players, to scourge the endless possibilities and lore that lurk deep within the game. It is a world where the more effort you put in, the better it gets, the more you enjoy, the more you are rewarded and most importantly, every single second of the delving is worth it.
  87. 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.
  88. 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
  89. EriksoonSouls
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    Un maravilloso mundo abierto, con una combinación de todos los videojuegos souls de fromsoftware, incluyendo demon's Souls, Bloodborne y sekiro, mas accesible con penalizacióes mínimas por morir a diferencia de demás videojuegos de fromsoftware, pero igual o incluso mas desafiante,
  90. 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.
  91. 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
  92. 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)
  93. dasmelch
    Mar 17, 2022
    10
    Played and always loved the the Demon / Dark Souls games. Elden Ring is for me the best game i ever played cause i love open world, RPGs and Souls games. It combines all perfectly together! That you have to listen to NPCs and explore the world is probably strange for newcomers, also for PC players that they should use a game pad. But if you get used to that it's awesome!
  94. Hrry
    Mar 17, 2022
    10
    Genuinely an amazing game, very hard but no **** it's the main brand of fromsoftware. Its flawless, even if you don't like how tough it is, doesn't make it any less the best game of the year already.
  95. Jesse_RB26DETT
    Apr 20, 2022
    10
    It's a good feeling to finally play a game that's this complete. Worth every dollar spent unlike most titles these days. An amazing experience that is both challenging and rewarding.
  96. ThankYouPD
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    Awesome game. Best from software game so far. Can’t wait to see what comes next.
  97. Speamferkel
    Mar 24, 2022
    10
    Top Game Like always from Fromsoftware. Very Nice open world with enough to Explorer. Combat is perfect
  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. irish-sid
    Mar 21, 2022
    10
    Having good fun exploring. Great graphics. Coming up against random giants to kill is fun
  100. Dani776
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    Nice nice nice nice nice nice nice nice nice nice nice nice nice nice nice nice
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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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