Elden Ring

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7.8

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  1. longridr
    Feb 17, 2023
    10
    The best game to come out since Skyrim in my opinion.

    A vast open world with endless challenges and many incredible locations to discover. Game can be as easy... or as hard as you want it to be. All a matter of how hard you want to grind for level ups. (Ashes and Co Op make this game a breeze as well.) Soo many different ways to play, spells, and ways to gear yourself to challenge    The best game to come out since Skyrim in my opinion.

    A vast open world with endless challenges and many incredible locations to discover. Game can be as easy... or as hard as you want it to be. All a matter of how hard you want to grind for level ups. (Ashes and Co Op make this game a breeze as well.)

    Soo many different ways to play, spells, and ways to gear yourself to challenge the many bosses and unique enemies the game throws at you.

    If you're not interested in Adventure/ rpg genre this game would not be for you.

    if your preferred game is candy crush, or you're fresh out of your diaper phase, this is not the game for you.

    If you're review bombing because it got GOTY, or have little patience to overcome challenges/ research, this is not the game for you.

    10/10    … Expand
  2. DylanMarkRoche
    Mar 26, 2022
    10
    What a shame that this has been bombed by users (with the vocabulary and attention span that one would expect when every person is allowed to simply create an account). Just to summarize the negative reviews in aggregate: graphics bad, open world too big, too difficult. The last of those points has been mentioned in every review of a Souls game since Demon's Souls and holds no more weightWhat a shame that this has been bombed by users (with the vocabulary and attention span that one would expect when every person is allowed to simply create an account). Just to summarize the negative reviews in aggregate: graphics bad, open world too big, too difficult. The last of those points has been mentioned in every review of a Souls game since Demon's Souls and holds no more weight today than it did back then. This game is a masterclass of how to actually make an open-world. Instead of pointless "resources" your exploration is rewarded with hidden boss fights, entire new areas, and unique weapons and armor. I don't know if I could ever play another open world without comparing it to Elden Ring.… Expand
  3. Divaduchan
    Mar 26, 2022
    10
    This game was amazing. I lost myself in this GIANT world and I loved every minut of the 90 hours I spent in this game.
  4. Perolou
    Mar 26, 2022
    10
    Talvez esse seja o sonho se realizando de todo fã da FromSoftware. Um mundo grande, aberto e totalmente explorável, com segredos, mistérios, chefes e toda aquela fórmula SoulsBorne criada com o passar dos anos! De quebra, fazia tempo que eu não via um mundo aberto tão diversificado, lindo, Único!
  5. Woody1978
    Mar 28, 2022
    10
    I struggled at the start for about 5 hours but once got going oh wow possibly one of the greatest games ever made, amazing open world full of places to explore fantastic creature design great soundtrack and the combat is top notch, even if you dont like the souls formula give it a try hopefully the world grips u like it gripped me.
  6. PinkFyre
    Mar 26, 2022
    10
    From the bosses, to the world building and the excellent characters, Elden ring is a perfect execution of the FromSoftware formula, and I hope to see FromSoftware do more like this in the future.
  7. MJDSBelmiro
    Mar 26, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece
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  8. Cartman1452
    Mar 26, 2022
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. If you like the soulsborne formula, this game delivers and more. I don’t know why people are saying it had performance issue, it worked perfect on my ps5. Game was fun and challenging. Minor complaint is reusing bosses but it isn’t enough to drop game to a 9.

    For all you reviewers bombing the game, grow up. Saying “I don’t like souls games, and this is a souls    This game is a masterpiece. If you like the soulsborne formula, this game delivers and more. I don’t know why people are saying it had performance issue, it worked perfect on my ps5. Game was fun and challenging. Minor complaint is reusing bosses but it isn’t enough to drop game to a 9.

    For all you reviewers bombing the game, grow up. Saying “I don’t like souls games, and this is a souls game so it still sucks” is like me saying I hate the sport of soccer so fifa games must suck. It’s pointless to say. I wouldn’t play rock band if I hate music, so if you don’t like challenging, obscure stories games, don’t play this. Also, in a world of microtransactions and corporate greed, you need to appreciate this game. I paid $80 and spent nearly 150 hours on my first playthrough alone. That is refreshing. So many games force you to pay to win, or pay to get any sort of enjoyment on top of the initial purchase and this game is not like that. I will spend hundreds of hours for $80 CAD. There aren’t many games like that anymore so people should appreciate it. It’s so refreshing to not be bombarded with microtransactions. Thanks FromSoft    … Expand
  9. Lymaax
    Mar 26, 2022
    10
    Simplemente una absoluta obra maestra, me dejaron sin palabras las primeras horas de gameplay, sin duda un gran trabajo de parte de From Software es un goty absoluto.
  10. 3Dogg17
    Mar 26, 2022
    10
    The best From Software game yet. If you like their style of games it’s a must have
  11. SajoTendou
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    I don't know, but for me is it the best souls like game ever. I love the new cool bosses, I love the giant overworld, I love the npcs and I love the weapons and spells. I love this game.
  12. Oscargogo123
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    Bets game ever, best open word map! Marry Ranni won’t you? Hard game to play, but enjoyable
  13. Arina9999
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is one of the best games that I have ever played the game is just a bomb when playing I forget all my problems thanks to the developer I advise all friends… Expand
  14. NFR2002
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    This game is so good.

    I'm giving it a 10. And I genuinely mean 10. The people rating this low must be from other game dev studios who can't produce quality games. This is definitely game of the year and most likely game of the decade. I wouldn't want anyone to miss out on this great game, because of people spamming absurd low review scores. They're most likely from people who    This game is so good.

    I'm giving it a 10. And I genuinely mean 10.

    The people rating this low must be from other game dev studios who can't produce quality games.

    This is definitely game of the year and most likely game of the decade.

    I wouldn't want anyone to miss out on this great game, because of people spamming absurd low review scores. They're most likely from people who rage quit, because they don't know how to play the game.

    This game has confirmed for that the only games I will play from now on are games like Nioh and the soulsbourne type games. Triple A studios have become a woke joke. I hope indie studios start making more games like Souls and Nioh.    … Expand
  15. Shmeeeee
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    FromSoftware has done it again. Amazing game from one of the best developers in gaming. Game will not be for everyone, but it blew me away. Best game since Bloodborne for me.
  16. maroo602
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    Ultimate opus magnum of From Software. The best souls game and maybe the best game of 2022. I'm waiting for DLCs!
  17. chrislink73
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    A game that will be discussed for years to come, this is the crowning achievement of FromSoft. A truly massive world, with depth in lore, characters, challenging fights, interesting and diverse weapons and character builds will keep players immersed for hundreds of hours. Absolutely fantastic work of art.
  18. Apex_missile
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    A masterpiece. That’s all the describing I’ll do. This game does everything right. The only not so great thing was the pc release.
  19. a1213
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    if we ignore the repetition of bosses and enemies, this game is simply great. a great contender for the GOTY
  20. Keisel
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    En las primeras horas de juego me sentí como que no era un souls y no no lo es. Es mejor es una obra maestra lo único que mejoraría serían los gráficos pero se compensa ampliamente con el apartado artístico envidiable por cualquier otro juego.
  21. snozz0101
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    So this is probably my favorite ps5 game so far, the combat is solid, challenging but fair, the level design is nothing but superb, every inch of this world have dungeons, enemy groups, secret bosses and items that make it a charm to explore. Even if you don't like the souls game this might be worth to check out
  22. Pmorphling
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    Like every souls game story are embedded throughout the world. You need to immerse yourself into the universe to appreciate the details of the the lore and the design from buildings to characters and conversations.

    The open world is well designed. Unlike other souls game where you entered a world from a hub, in elden ring you travel from place to place and experience the whole world.    Like every souls game story are embedded throughout the world. You need to immerse yourself into the universe to appreciate the details of the the lore and the design from buildings to characters and conversations.

    The open world is well designed. Unlike other souls game where you entered a world from a hub, in elden ring you travel from place to place and experience the whole world.

    This game indeed deserves the goty and every game should try it out!    … Expand
  23. Artorias_
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    Es muy buen juego, su mundo abierto es hermoso dando libertad al jugador de ir a donde quiera, jefes hermosos, un lore unico y una increible banda sonora, tiene sus pequeños errores pero quita que el juego sea bueno
  24. gerycash
    Apr 27, 2022
    10
    Never played souls before and this game made it possible to try it with short time and no **** The world story and characters are amazing.
  25. happylemon
    Mar 28, 2022
    10
    I've played over 100hrs and I would say that I really enjoyed the game. There are lots of things to explore, weapons, bosses, dungeons and more. Finally an open world game without those stupid quests that you just walk around and talk to npc.
  26. BigDirtyDog
    Mar 28, 2022
    10
    I love this genre and Elden ring is the pinnacle. It’s not perfect but it’s certainty not dumpster fire.
  27. Sweitzer
    Mar 28, 2022
    10
    git gud git gud git gud git gud git gud git gud git gud git gud git gud git gud git gud git gud git gud git gud git gud git gud git gud git gud
  28. Soma-Cruz1
    Apr 17, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Fantastic game with a lot of engaging content and exploration. The only negative aspect is the recycling of some of the bigger bosses.

    Gameplay 10/10
    Story 10/10
    Graphics 10/10
    Music 10/10    … Expand
  29. susus
    Mar 30, 2022
    10
    epitome of souls series experience mixed into one masterpiece, although there are problems with the combat, the exploration experience itself worth a 10/10
  30. TheKingpin
    Mar 29, 2022
    10
    Not only game of the year - should be also the game of the era. Loving everything in it.
  31. Izanagi_RTX
    Mar 29, 2022
    10
    Another amazing game made by FromSoftware.
    Ans you feel like you actually have a reason to do ng+, from some quests you may have missed to replaying margit with your favorite gear. The bosses and hidden items and vast inventory make the game what it is now — a truly great game.
  32. unovn
    Mar 29, 2022
    10
    Aprox 300h ingame this is by far an experience you must play and feel your emotions grow on your journey in The Lands Between. Still after 300h will admit I haven’t finished the main quests/storyline since you can explore and explore more area by area and I don’t know if you even can say that you can complete an area because this game is HUGE!
  33. chimpanzzz
    Mar 29, 2022
    10
    In my opinion, Elden Ring has reinvented the RPG and open world genre. It has shown that single player and campaings matter and that they do in fact sell copies, contrary to what other developers have been pushing. It is a huge game, with amazing detail, it was properly tested, it was released with minimal amount of bugs and it has NO MICRO TRANSACTIONS. Elden Ring is the best game of last decade.
  34. Yaldi0610
    Apr 6, 2023
    10
    Dont listen to the fake reviews, this game is actually a 10/10 or maybe 8/10 at the lowest. Its an amazing game.
  35. Shiro264
    Mar 29, 2022
    10
    The world is the most rewarding and spectacular with juicy rewards that proved 10/10.
    Graphically it's not great, but it makes up for it by far with a beautiful, unique and incomparable artistic section.
    Playable mind is the evolution of ds3, if you like that style this is your game, I think that among current games it is the one that best carries it. His story, as always, is divided by    The world is the most rewarding and spectacular with juicy rewards that proved 10/10.
    Graphically it's not great, but it makes up for it by far with a beautiful, unique and incomparable artistic section.
    Playable mind is the evolution of ds3, if you like that style this is your game, I think that among current games it is the one that best carries it.
    His story, as always, is divided by reading items, actions, and scenarios, which will make more than one person not understand most of what is happening if he does not pay attention to detail.
    Soundtrack as always 10.
    It has no dubbing.
    If you don't like souls, it's a good game to start, it's the easiest.    … Expand
  36. fooloncool
    Mar 29, 2022
    10
    I've only put around 14 hours into the game but it's easily one of the best games I've ever played.
  37. Matinho11
    Mar 30, 2022
    10
    La grandeza de este juego es increible, permitiendote explorar sin ser tan lineal como los souls anteriores. Los detalles del juego a cada paso son inmensos y la variación de enemigos y bosses es impresionante
  38. GunTer0v
    Mar 30, 2022
    10
    This is the ultimate version of Dark Souls thanks to its vast and gigantic open world.
  39. rpenlon
    Mar 30, 2022
    10
    The best game since Witcher 3. Maybe the best game ever. 100 hours played and still many things left to discover. The world building is brilliant.
  40. Farore83
    Mar 30, 2022
    10
    This is my first review on meta because I just couldn’t believe the “0” ratings people were giving this masterpiece - yes masterpiece. Ok, I’ve heard about the “controversy” but I’ve completely ignored it and bought the game to see if it was actually good. I’ve been playing games since the 1980’s and this game stunned me. The first 30 min I was awed by the beauty and world design butThis is my first review on meta because I just couldn’t believe the “0” ratings people were giving this masterpiece - yes masterpiece. Ok, I’ve heard about the “controversy” but I’ve completely ignored it and bought the game to see if it was actually good. I’ve been playing games since the 1980’s and this game stunned me. The first 30 min I was awed by the beauty and world design but fairly confused. I died some hundred times in the first hour or two. But as I got the hang of it and continued to explore I felt that childhood sense of wonder I haven’t experienced in a game for years and years. It just kept giving and giving - new terrifying creatures and gorgeous endless landscapes that kept unrolling as I went on. The sheer size of the world is mind boggling and beyond satisfying knowing you’ll never really get to explore everything. It makes it feel so exciting that you struggle to know where the world actually ends. But apart from the appealing open world, the actual gameplay is just a blast. Every enemy is a new boss to figure out and it never gets old finding creative ways to hack your way through a mob of baddies. I love trying out weapons and magic even when it gets overwhelming.

    It’s so amazing to get to play a game that gives me “Shadow of the Colossus” meets “Breath of the Wild” vibes. I haven’t been this addicted to a game since I was a kid. Anyone dogging this game either hasn’t really given it a chance, is a shill for some other company, or sucks at gaming and isn’t interested in getting better. Get it - you will not regret it.    … Expand
  41. TiagoMourao
    Mar 30, 2022
    10
    Simply put, one of the best games ever made. The few hiccups regarding performance are overwhelmed by the sheer amount of meaningful content and the never before seen scope of this game. There aren't enough words to describe the amount of engaging things to do in Elden Ring, with an ever-present depth regarding lore and attention to detail. The biggest proof of this is the amount of peopleSimply put, one of the best games ever made. The few hiccups regarding performance are overwhelmed by the sheer amount of meaningful content and the never before seen scope of this game. There aren't enough words to describe the amount of engaging things to do in Elden Ring, with an ever-present depth regarding lore and attention to detail. The biggest proof of this is the amount of people complaining they don't know what to do in the game, but that is the whole point; you're allowed real freedom to explore and trail your own path. Anywhere you go there will be a rewarding experience, a thoughtful story, a useful item down the road.

    All in all, if you enjoy exploring a huge map full of rich content, whilst playing a game with challenging but rewarding combat, this one is for you.    … Expand
  42. Prinz_Vogelfrei
    Mar 30, 2022
    10
    Truly a masterpiece!
    After 180+ hours, on the third playthrough, I still cannot let go of the Lands Between, still discovering new areas, lore pieces, trying new challenges…
    First, time I am feeling a game again in such a way since Ocarina of Time back in the day. Very likely the best game ever made and will be for a long while.
  43. 187000097hgg
    Mar 30, 2022
    10
    Esto no es lo único en lo que destaca, el juego pone a nuestra disposición una cantidad bastante flexible de estilos de combate, existe la posibilidad de añadir y modificar la habilidad de ciertas armas, además de volver el famoso "powerstance", que permite añadir un moveset nuevo si llevas dos armas de la misma categoría. La variedad de hechizos, habilidades y movimientos provoca que laEsto no es lo único en lo que destaca, el juego pone a nuestra disposición una cantidad bastante flexible de estilos de combate, existe la posibilidad de añadir y modificar la habilidad de ciertas armas, además de volver el famoso "powerstance", que permite añadir un moveset nuevo si llevas dos armas de la misma categoría. La variedad de hechizos, habilidades y movimientos provoca que la creatividad sea partícipe de como afrontas a los enemigo… Expand
  44. Pl1ssken
    Mar 30, 2022
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played. Game needs some balancing though, but I'm sure they rebalance lots of stuff in upcoming patches.
  45. Beemap
    Mar 31, 2022
    10
    Easily the best From Software Title to date, I'm a long time fan and was already lowering my expectations before release, only for the game to exceed every possible expectation I think anybody could have. I've heard some criticism over the second half, and the repetition of enemies, but personally I think it boils down to how large the world is and there being not enough things to fill itEasily the best From Software Title to date, I'm a long time fan and was already lowering my expectations before release, only for the game to exceed every possible expectation I think anybody could have. I've heard some criticism over the second half, and the repetition of enemies, but personally I think it boils down to how large the world is and there being not enough things to fill it with. Plus, if there was a new enemy every corner, I doubt my brain could remember every one of their move sets and what to do.… Expand
  46. Irisknebel
    Mar 31, 2022
    10
    After such a long time with terrible gimmick games, to get a gem like this is certainly something to be celebrated. About the game? You're in the know, right?
  47. StevieNineZero
    Mar 31, 2022
    10
    I’m more baffled at these folks, giving poor rating due to the game being “to souls like” and “difficulty”.

    Look folks, this game ain’t for the meek, crawl back to COD or GTA, because this is a game for the Real. The fact that your angry at the proven formula that the fan base loves, is enough of an indicator that your in the wrong place. I say this with love, the game will have    I’m more baffled at these folks, giving poor rating due to the game being “to souls like” and “difficulty”.

    Look folks, this game ain’t for the meek, crawl back to COD or GTA, because this is a game for the Real. The fact that your angry at the proven formula that the fan base loves, is enough of an indicator that your in the wrong place. I say this with love, the game will have imperfections here and there, but at least they didn’t say **** you” to the fan base, like naughty dawg did with the last of us II.    … Expand
  48. PegasusOlympus
    Apr 1, 2022
    10
    Made an account to say that this is the best game I have played in a very long time.
  49. JotaOssGuz
    Mar 31, 2022
    10
    Muy recomendable .. no es para cualquier jugador ya que no te llevarán la mano por el mundo . Si bien es cierto es complicado al principio rápidamente mejoras y al no ser tan lineal como los dark souls permite mejor Farmeo y mejor equipo para afrontar nuevos retos el mundo está lleno de secretos lo cual hace que te vicios por horas 10 de 10 pierdas en
  50. Tomi_X
    Apr 1, 2022
    10
    A beautiful and amazingly designed masterpiece. The open world looks absolutely stunning and is just filled with exciting stuff to do. The legacy dungeons are some of the best designed levels in gaming and the bosses are consistently great and easily reach the high standard set by the previous games.
  51. Vasevski
    Apr 1, 2022
    10
    Best game i have ever experienced ! Worth every dollar. The grinding and the beautiful graphics feel on another level!!
  52. Invidious25
    Apr 1, 2022
    10
    Elden Ring (10/10 Masterpiece): The perfect game for a Souls Borne fan. Elden Ring delivered exactly what I was looking for in a new IP open world Souls Borne game. An interesting story, a great setting, and most importantly, kick ass combat. Souls Borne combat has never been better with a massive amount of build variety and varying combat options with the addition of horseback battle,Elden Ring (10/10 Masterpiece): The perfect game for a Souls Borne fan. Elden Ring delivered exactly what I was looking for in a new IP open world Souls Borne game. An interesting story, a great setting, and most importantly, kick ass combat. Souls Borne combat has never been better with a massive amount of build variety and varying combat options with the addition of horseback battle, spirit ash summons, and weapon arts. The game is absolutely massive with hours and hours of interesting exploration and punishing but fair boss battles. In terms of critiques, Elden Ring does suffer from a large, unexpected difficulty spike in the last couple areas and multiple repeat bosses, but these minor gripes pale in comparison to the sheer amount of content and hours of fun offered in this game. My most memorable moment has to be finally pushing through an extremely difficult optional boss’s health pool only to discover an equally punishing second phase. This is one of the best games I have ever played and one of the few that I had a hard time putting down to get some needed sleep.… Expand
  53. AcogNomu
    Apr 2, 2022
    10
    Don’t listen to all these trashy reviews saying the game is terrible, this game is easily one of the best games to ever be made, the whole experience of a souls game is dying over and over because it’s supposed to be difficult, you’re just complaining that you couldn’t get past most things, and you’d just run away from them. This game has amazing gameplay and amazing graphics and all otherDon’t listen to all these trashy reviews saying the game is terrible, this game is easily one of the best games to ever be made, the whole experience of a souls game is dying over and over because it’s supposed to be difficult, you’re just complaining that you couldn’t get past most things, and you’d just run away from them. This game has amazing gameplay and amazing graphics and all other goods, this is easily game of the year. I’ve beat the game several times myself and I haven’t found boredom yet, it’s just combat on combat, and if you’re reading this saying “oh all you do is go around on your horse all the time there isn’t any combat” that’s just because you’re too scared to lose to the enemies, they’re everywhere and you can find combat almost every place you go. Easy 10/10 my favorite game.… Expand
  54. Kaesebrot1
    Apr 2, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the Best games ever. There are just small critc Points. Everybody should try it.… Expand
  55. goldcal17
    Apr 3, 2022
    10
    This is one of the best games ever i would totally recommend to soulsbourne players and people who have never picked up a souls game
  56. Nowfel
    Apr 2, 2022
    10
    Don't believe the poor reviews. Have played videogames for the last 20 years and in the last 10 this is the first game that has enchanted me so much that I feel like a child again. Does it have flaws? Yes, but it is a magical experience and a work of art deserving of a 10/10 score.
  57. TommieRiddle
    Apr 2, 2022
    10
    Seriously one of the most entertaining and deep games i have ever played. Ive been a big fan of skyrim since its release and this games has definitely topped it for me. Highly recommended!
  58. x94fbr
    Apr 2, 2022
    10
    This One of the best games I've played in along while !!!!!!!!!!! and prob one of the best souls games ever created from -fromsoft
  59. Centurian_666
    Apr 3, 2022
    10
    A masterpiece. One of the best games i've ever played.Everything about that title is simply incredible
  60. Twn
    Apr 3, 2022
    10
    Coming from the other games in the Soulsborne series I didnt know what to expect, yet this game has managed to surprise me. Elden Ring is a current day masterpiece, from its design to its gameplay, everything has scratched and pierced perfection. I cannot talk enough about the greatness of this game. All of the boss encounters are unique and challenging, and the reward you gain from everyComing from the other games in the Soulsborne series I didnt know what to expect, yet this game has managed to surprise me. Elden Ring is a current day masterpiece, from its design to its gameplay, everything has scratched and pierced perfection. I cannot talk enough about the greatness of this game. All of the boss encounters are unique and challenging, and the reward you gain from every encounter is unmatchable. You don't get many in-game rewards for beating the bosses, but you get a personal achievement. This game is awesome, the music is insane, the world is vast, and enormous, the gameplay is crazy. I 100% recommend this game.… Expand
  61. MarckCobain
    Apr 3, 2022
    10
    simplesmente um dos melhores jogos da minha vida, boss épicos, mapa colossal e denso cheio de conteúdo, mesmo com mais de 300 horas não consigo sair desse jogo mesmo depois de ter zerado 3 vezes.
  62. lastprayer
    Apr 4, 2022
    10
    Best Game Ever mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
  63. lyndt3
    Apr 4, 2022
    10
    This game is fantastic, after trying souls games many years ago, and give up after a few hours, i decided to try again on this one and i cannot regret After a few hours of dying, I finally got it. The exploration aspect and infinite paths, associated with unimaginable bosses make this game an unmissable experience for any game lover. I finished the game after 60 hours
  64. JakeySnakey
    Apr 4, 2022
    10
    I remember the first time I stepped off the ship in Morrowind into a small burg, I felt goosebumps. It felt like a wide open world, full of secrets and ready to be explored. That game was magical. I had the same feeling when I pushed open a tomb door and stepped out into Limgrave. I don’t finish many 40+ hour games because, eventually, my sense of immersion is lessened or gone completely,I remember the first time I stepped off the ship in Morrowind into a small burg, I felt goosebumps. It felt like a wide open world, full of secrets and ready to be explored. That game was magical. I had the same feeling when I pushed open a tomb door and stepped out into Limgrave. I don’t finish many 40+ hour games because, eventually, my sense of immersion is lessened or gone completely, and I feel like it’s time to move on. Sometimes I push through to the end credits and just don’t feel that satisfied with the adventure; there’s always that feeling of “I should be doing something else right now” lingering in the back of my head. My first playthrough of ER took 117 hours. When it was finished, I felt like I’d gone on an epic journey. I’m looking forward to the next playthrough. In my opinion, only FromSoft is putting out experiences like this right now. It will be a game that turns off many people, but for every person who can’t get into it, there will be someone like me who didn’t know how badly they needed this thing.… Expand
  65. AshesOfAReview
    Apr 4, 2022
    10
    5 reasons

    Gameplay is wonderful.

    The game is beautiful. No matter what direction you look in you're greeted with a heavenly sight.

    There's a playstyle for everyone.

    It's a tad easier in my opinion than other the rest of Fromsoft games so if you're put off by ultra hard games then this I promise you isn't that bad.

    I promise you'll want to play this through more than once
  66. Nillio
    Apr 4, 2022
    10
    An incredibly hard and intense adventure! Never did a new game + before, and I'm already at my NG+4 with Elden ring and intend to go further. The world they created appears to be so deep. That feeling is very rare in a game.
  67. CharlieDee
    Apr 5, 2022
    10
    I've never been a brother with the Souls series. I never touched any part, and the only game from FromSoftware that I finished was Sekiro.

    I watched the trailers and gameplay of the Elden Ring and decided to give it a try. I will not say that seeing videos on Youtube, I was most captivated by the beautiful open world. So, the game was purchased a month after the premiere and started:    I've never been a brother with the Souls series. I never touched any part, and the only game from FromSoftware that I finished was Sekiro.

    I watched the trailers and gameplay of the Elden Ring and decided to give it a try. I will not say that seeing videos on Youtube, I was most captivated by the beautiful open world.

    So, the game was purchased a month after the premiere and started:

    I soaked in 125 hours of wonderful gameplay. FromSoftware's storytelling style is so great that I couldn't tear myself away from my computer. I spent about 100 hours exploring every bit of the map, patting the optional bosses and riding my horse wherever my eyes can see me. More than once, I found myself turning in a specific direction because I was meeting something equally interesting. In order not to write too much, I will mention the most important points in my opinion:

    PROS:
    + a beautiful open world with a huge amount of content that encourages detachment,
    + interesting story and nicely written characters - I got hooked so much that after finishing the game I sit and read lore on the internet.
    + interesting combat system, lots of weapons, nice attacks, ashes of war, skills,
    + the system of summoning ghosts to help - he saved me many times in the fight against the boss and it was pleasant to develop this large number of ghosts.
    + HORSE - perfect for exploring the world - nice speed, not muddy, something great.
    + Bosses - bosses everywhere, no matter where I entered it was a satisfying boss fight after clearing the area.
    + Grind - some treated it as a minus, but I thought the runes for the next lvl were very pleasant and I watched my character develop with pleasure.
    + difficulty - compared to Sekiro, it was quite easy here. I tortured the Crucible Knight the most in the eternal prison (out of 30 times), but Melania came down the first time :) the last BOSS after the third.
    + Rivers of Blood - this katana is a dream    … Expand
  68. ChildoVision
    Apr 5, 2022
    10
    One of the best games of the decade!

    It feels like every game From Software ever released was merely a trial for the gigantic and incredible experience that is Elden Ring. Being a huge fan of the Soulsborne series myself, I was completely awed by the way From Software merged together the best aspects of every single entry into one mindblowing open world game. The world feels amazing    One of the best games of the decade!

    It feels like every game From Software ever released was merely a trial for the gigantic and incredible experience that is Elden Ring.
    Being a huge fan of the Soulsborne series myself, I was completely awed by the way From Software merged together the best aspects of every single entry into one mindblowing open world game. The world feels amazing and detailed, exploration rewarding, the top notch art and sound design create an incredible atmospheric surrounding that one can get truly lost in for hours.
    The newly added features to accompany the open world design such as horse riding, more accessible fast travel and additional save points work perfectly well. The world feels detailed and full of things to discover.
    Since Elden Ring introduces some of the sagas most incredible boss fights, new freedom in exploration while staying true to the original feeling of the Soulsborne series and further enhancing the always amazing combat system, most veterans will for sure enjoy this installement.
    Added to this, the open design as compared to the mostly linear level design of the other From Software games will definitely open up Elden Ring to a wider range of players.
    While the game is still "hard" as compared to other current triple A titles and can therefore feel frustrating from time to time, the variety of tools the player is handed as well as the option to simply leave when being confronted with an overpowered enemy and return at a later stage after leveling up makes it more accessible even for players who have not yet had any expierence with the Dark Souls franchise.
    Furthermore, I feel like I have to specify how incredible huge this game is. Even rushing through only the main bosses and dungeons (the main dungeons being called „legacy dungeons“), it will still most likely take you up to 30-40 hours to complete it, with this number getting easily pumped up to over 100 hours if you take your time for exploration, side quests and optional bosses.
    You for sure get a lot of content for your money.

    However, even the best games are not without flaws and Elden Ring is no exception.
    Despite being the most accessible any From Software game has ever been, it still could use some more explanation and especially new to the series players might feel lost and overwhelmed at the start. It seems like From Software intends the players to play the game with occasional consultation of online forums and wikis, which is fine, but should be considered.
    Added to this, the game seems to be suffering from some technical issues and bad porting to PC, ranking the PC version of the game significantly lower then the ones for consoles. Playing with mouse and keyboard seems to deteriorate the overall experience by quite a bit as compared to the seemingly intended way to play with a controller.
    This review is created for the PS5 version after the day one patch. While playing no technical issues or framedrops occured, therefore this aspect of criticism of the game was not relevant for my personal playing experience.
    I strongly recommend anyone that likes fantasy action RPGs to try it out, no matter if you already have any experience with other Soulsborne titels or not. Don’t get yourself locked out of this adventure by fearing the so often cited high difficulty of this installment and just give yourself the chance to get soaked into the incredible and mindblowing journey that is Elden Ring.
    This game made me rediscover the amazement and excitement of childhood / teenage gaming like no other game has done for years.

    All in all, despite some minor flaws, Elden Ring for me is one of the best games of the decade and without any doubt a masterpiece.    … Expand
  69. tho_bra
    Apr 5, 2022
    10
    Awesome! Best game since a very long time. If you want to be part of something big - play it!
  70. Dash101
    Apr 5, 2022
    10
    Went through some of the negative reviews, and don't see how people fail to see why this is a masterpiece. I for one am new to soul games. The graphics are great, it doesn't "have to be better" than it's predecessors in order for it to be a great game. Why some cry over " bad graphics" is beyond me - I don't see anything bad about it on the ps5. If you don't get the rolling, dodging andWent through some of the negative reviews, and don't see how people fail to see why this is a masterpiece. I for one am new to soul games. The graphics are great, it doesn't "have to be better" than it's predecessors in order for it to be a great game. Why some cry over " bad graphics" is beyond me - I don't see anything bad about it on the ps5. If you don't get the rolling, dodging and bashing then maybe Tetris is better game for you. Personally, this is one of the best games I ever played. Lastly, another thing people complain about - because they love complaining is the controls? For real? How wil the controls be better? I don't see or understand why that is an issue. Compared to most other games, this one is without a doubt a winner for those who love a challenge and an open world.… Expand
  71. That_blind_guy
    Apr 5, 2022
    10
    This game is a souls game. It has a deep story that you need to look for, it has a great combat system you need to learn. The game wont hold your hand with quest markers and button prompts to dodge. I love this game as well as all the others they make. If you like games that dont treat you like a child play this game.
  72. Funirso
    Apr 5, 2022
    10
    this game is the pinnacle of the souls genre that simply saved the whole videogame industry. GOTY 2022 for sure!
  73. Voldnarok
    Apr 5, 2022
    10
    I try to play previous souls games and I find it to hard. I never finished any souls games before and now after playing Elden Ring for 120 hours I can say I finally manage to finish a souls game for the first time, Elden Ring give me the opportunity to go out of my way explore and get stronger to deal with my opponents that's something we never had before in any souls games!
    Elden Ring is    I try to play previous souls games and I find it to hard. I never finished any souls games before and now after playing Elden Ring for 120 hours I can say I finally manage to finish a souls game for the first time, Elden Ring give me the opportunity to go out of my way explore and get stronger to deal with my opponents that's something we never had before in any souls games!
    Elden Ring is the best game I ever played it's so good that I had to make an account here and give my first time score a 10 to Elden Ring I need to share my love for this game is simply **** amazing!
    I play on PC in the first days we had some frame drop issues on PC and still there sometimes its rare now but happens sometimes, but you what? I don't care, everything else it's so amazing and the game just keep blowing my mind, the full scale of this game exploration it's something I never saw in any game before 1000 out of 10, yes is that good!    … Expand
  74. MetaHadCon
    Apr 5, 2022
    10
    Loved it! Got the Platinum and easily sank 150+ hours into the game. If you are a Fromsoftware fan, you will absolutely love this! The addition of Torrent and being able to attach whatever weapon skill you want to any weapon was a great addition!
  75. MedNow
    Apr 6, 2022
    10
    One of the best games played in a long time. The level design is amazing and it's so satisfying to stumble on an new secret location. Exploring always pays off. The gameplay is familiar as can be expected from FromSoft which is nice. They added some new twists that I can really appreciate.

    On a critical note; the side quest can he hard to track. luckily there is an active online    One of the best games played in a long time. The level design is amazing and it's so satisfying to stumble on an new secret location. Exploring always pays off. The gameplay is familiar as can be expected from FromSoft which is nice. They added some new twists that I can really appreciate.

    On a critical note; the side quest can he hard to track. luckily there is an active online community to help with that. Even though the side quest can get lost easily it's no deal breaker in any way.    … Expand
  76. Fridge175
    Apr 6, 2022
    10
    Easily the best game I've ever played 10/10, no bias, never played a dark souls before, only watched, and literally, the best game ever.

    Open World, Fun, Hard, what's there not to love about this game?
  77. Kittylordsavior
    Apr 6, 2022
    10
    This game is absolutely excellent. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS GAME. It is so well written, looks beautiful, and is such a breath of freshair with all the other cookie cutter open world **** being mass produced. The story is so good. I have over 200 hours so far and I still can't put it down!
  78. ikari77
    Apr 6, 2022
    10
    Coming into Elden Ring, I was not a huge Souls fan, but was always intrigued by FS games and their RPG/ Action systems. I love open world RPGs, and so I decided to give this one a try. Well, I am 100% blown away with Elden Ring. Two-Hundred + hours in and I have still not explored or defeated everything, and I'm not even in New Game +. Unbelievable. There are too many good things to sayComing into Elden Ring, I was not a huge Souls fan, but was always intrigued by FS games and their RPG/ Action systems. I love open world RPGs, and so I decided to give this one a try. Well, I am 100% blown away with Elden Ring. Two-Hundred + hours in and I have still not explored or defeated everything, and I'm not even in New Game +. Unbelievable. There are too many good things to say about this game, and in my opinion, very few bad things to note. Try Elden Ring, In short, seek but hole.… Expand
  79. whyarepeople
    Apr 6, 2022
    10
    Reading some of the negative reviews makes me jealous I haven’t played the games they have. I don’t think they played the game. How this game is both empty and boring is beyond me. Few games have more variety than this, personally I don’t know a single one. Summary great game, some of the people leaving negative tevoews are just straight up lying.
  80. Bee_Baal
    Apr 15, 2022
    10
    gorgeous
    strong story
    the open world is good
    dead daily
    should be the best of 2022
  81. Heartlessgamer
    Apr 7, 2022
    10
    I love this game I have over 230 hours in and I'm not tired of it. I'm on new game ➕️ 4
  82. pendragon95
    Apr 7, 2022
    10
    best rpg, and games, just because it seems to be the only product that could be call games since may years. because now games studio don't understand what is a games, and seems to don't try it before release.

    fromsoftware is studio that make games from passionate to passionate. that why it is the best games since few years
  83. kingcan37
    Apr 7, 2022
    10
    JESUS CHRIST. Thank you for this game... My first FromSoftware game, will definetly be playing all the following ones. Just finished after 80 hours of gameplay and in a few weeks i'll start it all over and start exploring again. Thanks again
  84. MystifiedMist
    Apr 7, 2022
    10
    An undescribable amount of effort has been put into this game. The openworld exploration is simply flawless to say, there's a surprise for you in every corner. There are rewards out there that ACTUALLY help you in some or the other way.

    Running unto npcs has never been more surprising and each of the NPCs are so unique and different than one another. Although the questlines are    An undescribable amount of effort has been put into this game. The openworld exploration is simply flawless to say, there's a surprise for you in every corner. There are rewards out there that ACTUALLY help you in some or the other way.


    Running unto npcs has never been more surprising and each of the NPCs are so unique and different than one another. Although the questlines are difficult to complete without wiki help.


    Boss design is also tremendous and one of the best I have ever seen. Each boss has unique and different mechanics. Learning all of their moves and beating them feels really satisfying. Although sometimes it can be quite unforgiving.


    Lastly, don't trust all these negative reviews. They are trash fortnite gamers who never played a real video game or are jealous of Elden Ring. This game doesn't do hand holding and leave everything for you to figure it out and their low IQ cannot fathom it so here they come and rant out.    … Expand
  85. Tsosmi
    Apr 8, 2022
    10
    The best title for a mewcomer to this type of games, that is still reluctant. It has perfected difficulty. Artstyle, combat, quests, lore, soundtrack, UI and direction are on another level. Truly the definitive Souls title. Grab it and have fun.
  86. Arkkanz
    Apr 9, 2022
    10
    Best game I've ever played, I read some bad reviews and de people who wrote it probably didn't even beat the first main boss. They say the game has no story while there are youtubers making 1 hour+ vídeos about the lore of the game. You should definetely play this game, the open world is amazing, the combat is amazing, everything about this game is amazing, I just love it so much
  87. EldenGod
    Apr 9, 2022
    10
    The game is just outstanding there hasn’t been a game that I have played that I just want to keep playing, after I beat the game I just want to do another play through. The game play is amazing and just so smooth I mostly recommend this game to people that just loves video games and love a challenge
  88. soulzplayer
    Apr 10, 2022
    10
    great game, doesn't stray from previous souls games but adds even more.worthy of winning goty
  89. KDubbaDubDub
    Apr 10, 2022
    10
    This is not only one of the best From-Soft games, but one of the greatest games ever made. There is just so much to this game. So much to explore, discover, kill... it's endless... though thankfully not... as it ended for me near the 200 hour mark. Yikes! Fantastic time sink, great game. This is a must play.
  90. afluxner
    Apr 10, 2022
    10
    Amazing, amazing. I have lost 40 hours of my time in this game and still beeing in the begining, and enjoying it a lot. If you are not into rpgs game, i suggest you play it with a internet "guide"; i do it and its fantastic.
  91. Cuq
    Apr 10, 2022
    10
    Just an amazing experiencie, a fresh take on the Souls series. Game of the year for sure.
  92. ShinigamiRiuk19
    Apr 10, 2022
    10
    Experiencia única, juego de 10 de 10 gameplay divertido y wow jefes impresionantes, juegazo soundtrack geniales y todo digno de un verdadero Souls
  93. KRKM
    Apr 11, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good game it's fun and aaaa..... Idk and really fun game and it's good :) h chuffed shifting sgtuoxfjfoydofdyofiyx57cyify8c8yf86r68… Expand
  94. JackAttack42
    Apr 11, 2022
    10
    10/10. They improve upon the fromsoft formula in every way, and you get addicted quite quickly
  95. Kranium
    Apr 11, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A true masterpiece. After 200 hours and 2 playthroughs, I can truly say this is Miyazaki's best work to date. The depth and layers in this game is almost overwhelming. FROM SOFT took most of what was amazing from Dark Souls, Bloodborne and Sekiro and mashed it all up into the enormous open world of Elden Ring. Combat feels very familiar to Dark Souls with a few additions. A combat system that didn't need innovative change as its already superior to almost everything else. A ridiculous amount of weapons, armor, sorceries, incantations, ashes of war (weapon arts) & summons. Over 100 bosses. NPC quests so deep and rich that they feel nearly impossible to complete without the community. Endless and rewarding exploration. A simple but effective crafting system. There's still weapons and armor I'm hunting. There's still npcs quests I haven't finished. There's still multiple endings I need to complete. This is all after over 200 hours. It's nice to see such massive game feel like a completely finished product. One of the best games ever made and a must play for any Souls fans, or for those looking for a new experience and a new challenge.… Expand
  96. mister7
    Apr 11, 2022
    10
    Understand that the reviews of people who are saying that there is a hype train, and the graphics aren't good, or it's too hard, are simply apart of the ever growing hype train to bash the game because simply put, nobody cares. This game is transcendental of the entire video game medium, and literally everyone knows it. They know it will still do well, with or without their negative reviewUnderstand that the reviews of people who are saying that there is a hype train, and the graphics aren't good, or it's too hard, are simply apart of the ever growing hype train to bash the game because simply put, nobody cares. This game is transcendental of the entire video game medium, and literally everyone knows it. They know it will still do well, with or without their negative review scores. So all of that put aside, why is this game a 10/10 experience?

    Very simply put, this IS the one piece of video games. The world is simply mystical to explore, and you will guaranteed have 1 of the most memorable experiences of playing games you will ever have at some point in this game, and probably at several points. I know I have. And that's cool and everything. But it wouldn't matter if the game isn't fun to play. And well, nobody wants to spoil how amazing that consistently evolves throughout the game. My lord what what a gameplay experience! Understand that everyone who is hating on this game, has still played it for over 100 hours. And at that point, you've already got your 60$ worth. Anyway, if this game was literally just the first area, it would probably be game of the year. But they added, an entire.... idek what else. A gigantic marvel of video games so ambitious its literally never been done before. So fedora tip to you From. A rare 10/10 experience. Oh yeah, story's good too.    … Expand
  97. banen213
    Apr 11, 2022
    10
    Quality game. Blows the competition out of the water and every other professional game company can take notes. I played DS3 and personally I love the grim dark souls world much more than this new piece of lore but it is still nonetheless amazing. It keeps to their identity and everyone can tell how this is such an amazing quality game. I have yet to come across any bugs, invisible walls,Quality game. Blows the competition out of the water and every other professional game company can take notes. I played DS3 and personally I love the grim dark souls world much more than this new piece of lore but it is still nonetheless amazing. It keeps to their identity and everyone can tell how this is such an amazing quality game. I have yet to come across any bugs, invisible walls, or microtransactions. Easily the best 10/10 I can give.… Expand
  98. Thomasak
    Apr 12, 2022
    10
    Dieses Spiel hat mich seit dem ersten Tag gefesselt und trotz weniger Infos wie quest Marker, quest log oder ähnlichem nicht enttäuscht. Man kann fast alle side quests ohne Probleme finden und spielen welche durchaus Spaß machen und nicht daraus bestehen npc 1 zu folgen oder dem anderen einen Gegenstand von a nach b zu bringen. Keine Quest ist wie die andere und das Spiel hält immerDieses Spiel hat mich seit dem ersten Tag gefesselt und trotz weniger Infos wie quest Marker, quest log oder ähnlichem nicht enttäuscht. Man kann fast alle side quests ohne Probleme finden und spielen welche durchaus Spaß machen und nicht daraus bestehen npc 1 zu folgen oder dem anderen einen Gegenstand von a nach b zu bringen. Keine Quest ist wie die andere und das Spiel hält immer Überraschungen bereit. Ich habe jetzt 180 Stunden Spielzeit und immer noch nicht fertig weil ich alles genieße und nichts verpassen will und das auch trotz Arbeit, einem 12 Stunden Tag und und und.
    Wer sagt das Kampfsystem ist ihm zu komplex dafür hab ich keine Zeit der ist mit einem Nintendo DS wohl besser bedient. Absolute Kaufempfehlung!!    … Expand
  99. BinhTran
    Apr 12, 2022
    10
    Literally best open world game ever made in 2022. It's one of the most immersive not in term of realistic, but the superb design in the details, the world, the story and the mechanics. Fromsoft has leveraged their identity as soulborne game in this newest title Elden Ring, this is their milestone of achievement. Worth every penny.
  100. Killua52
    Apr 12, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece, it is indeed a game that sucks you into its bombastic, absolutly stunningly designed world. A game that I will not easy forget. I can see why people do not like the Difficulty of this game. Nowadays, People just want easy, quick entertainment. But that is not what Elden Ring is about, it is about git gud and knowing and loving the game by heart. .
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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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