Elden Ring

 PlayStation 5
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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 12214 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 9,064 out of 12214
  2. Mixed: 809 out of 12214
  3. Negative: 2,341 out of 12214
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  1. vesperog
    Feb 27, 2022
    1
    İ dont believe these folks whos ever say great game ! Demon souls was really good but this game is really has some problems, graphics no so good according to compare demon souls and nosuitable for ps5 but especially drop rate !!! İ couldnt play it as droping ...pls.dont give wrong info to people save money
  2. mcshark23
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Honestly the best Game i ever played! (non-souls-pro)

    Its such fun just to go out and explore.
    Definitely a must try for everyone that gets bored fast of all the other open world games.
  3. wladislaf1310
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    В игре самый интерестный мир, что я видел, не смог оторваться от игры на протяжении 10ч ( последний раз такое было в gow 2018 )
  4. SanjiG
    Feb 27, 2022
    4
    This game doesn't deliver any new ideas, the open-world is just like a 10yo game (it looks nice though). You can't interact with the OW, there are monsters everywhere and that's pretty much all. It's just Dark Souls 4, bigger of the same (a lot of things are copy-pasted from DS games). The difficulty is sometimes absurd, and the level-design still... Well, I would say really weird (to notThis game doesn't deliver any new ideas, the open-world is just like a 10yo game (it looks nice though). You can't interact with the OW, there are monsters everywhere and that's pretty much all. It's just Dark Souls 4, bigger of the same (a lot of things are copy-pasted from DS games). The difficulty is sometimes absurd, and the level-design still... Well, I would say really weird (to not say bad). I also think that ER is not really open because you are just too weak to explore the world as you want (rpg = lvl system = you have to reach the lvl). There are also strong monsters randomly placed everywhere. Not a bad game overall but not great either.… Expand
  5. Ironman89
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    존나 재밌습니다.
    제 인생게임 목록에 또 하나가 추가됐네요
    최적화 문제로 말이 많지만
    Ps5로 20시간 가량 플레이 하면서
    불편함을 느끼지는 못했습니다.
    아 불편함을 느끼긴 했습니다.
    다크소울보다 어려워...
  6. DiMeBaG_
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    The ultimate souls experience. Simply the best game made by fromsoftware. Just perfect!
  7. RobsonKrasniak
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    It's a great game, with a lot of things to do, an immersive map that encourages and rewards exploration while keeping the dark souls mechanics. In my opinion a perfect game, game of the year.
  8. Morburguul
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Apart from the frame drop issue which is going to be fixed soon, this game is near perfect. The lore, art direction, atmosphere, combat, boss fights, armor sets, weapons, etc. are as good as ever if not better compared to the previous titles. Fromsoftware worked hard on this game with passion and they outdid themselves, so we should in general be more appreciative of this game especiallyApart from the frame drop issue which is going to be fixed soon, this game is near perfect. The lore, art direction, atmosphere, combat, boss fights, armor sets, weapons, etc. are as good as ever if not better compared to the previous titles. Fromsoftware worked hard on this game with passion and they outdid themselves, so we should in general be more appreciative of this game especially nowadays that video games are hardly ever made passionately.… Expand
  9. Talloinz
    Feb 27, 2022
    9
    I'm seeing tons of terrible ratings.
    Are you playing the same game i am?
    It is AESTHETICALLY breathtaking and grafically far more than "ok". The events are incredibly fun and various to the point where, even after more than 20 hours, I'm still amazed of how much different thing, enemies, discoveries, really good bosses, unique dungeons I've found. The combat system is a greatly evolved    I'm seeing tons of terrible ratings.
    Are you playing the same game i am?
    It is AESTHETICALLY breathtaking and grafically far more than "ok".
    The events are incredibly fun and various to the point where, even after more than 20 hours, I'm still amazed of how much different thing, enemies, discoveries, really good bosses, unique dungeons I've found.
    The combat system is a greatly evolved "dark souls 3" with new, useful and well implemented mechanics.
    I can get that this game might not be for everyone (not because of his difficulty, because of how it is build) and it's completely fine but I'm just reading hateful and silly reasons filled with untrue statements in order to justify votes that elden ring just doesn't deserves.
    It's not a perfect game, I'm giving a 9 (9,5 would be perfect but I can't give half-votes), framerate is a problem but not that much on the ps5 version (few times it drops below 50 fps and just for short periods of time)    … Expand
  10. emnzo
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    insane amount of content, one of the best soundtracks that i had listened, incredible fun gameplay, insane ambiance and scenery, 10/10, a masterpice
  11. Alvaren1349
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    People complaining about this game went in with completly wrong expectations, which is on them not the game.
    How can anyone expect Demonssouls Remake graphics in an open world game? It is not reasonable. The games radiates with increadible and unique art design and atmosphere. The controls are very good and you have so much freedom. There is nothing that holds your hand or tells you what    People complaining about this game went in with completly wrong expectations, which is on them not the game.
    How can anyone expect Demonssouls Remake graphics in an open world game? It is not reasonable. The games radiates with increadible and unique art design and atmosphere. The controls are very good and you have so much freedom. There is nothing that holds your hand or tells you what to do too much.
    And the amount of contend and replayability is stunning. I already know that I am looking at thousands of hours of gameplay in the future.
    Anyone with a clear and open mind who wants to chellenge their strategic approach and dexterity or/and is in search of a piece of art that widens their horizon and fantasy, have to pic this up!    … Expand
  12. SirGriffith
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    What **** beautiful game, lots of contents and a giant open world, it has some performance problens but it can be solved. This is the ultimate souls like game. This guys who are revewing 3 or low are just to upside down the game
  13. Willy234562
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    I am 20 hours into the game and I can say that it is the best Fromsoft game so far. It even surpasses Bloodborne and Dark souls 1. The openword is so lively and I have a lot of fun with the game.
  14. Esquizo
    Feb 27, 2022
    0
    Why 97?? Lazy and barren open-world , technically outdated, outdated graphics, outdated animations, assets reused EVERYWHERE, generic/reskin enemies EVERYWHERE.
  15. nicsan74
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    if you didnt enjoy the former souls games you will not like this one either .
    yes the graphics are dated .
    for all the haters stick to your ubisoft assasins creed ect open world games which are no challenge at all.
  16. Luisillo02
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played, simply awesome. I can't wait to replay this game to find all of its secrets.
  17. Theamz
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Awesome game. I see people complaining that this game is overhyped and doesn’t deserve the ratings it gets but I believe all that to be nonsense. This game is easily of the best releases from the past few years.
  18. Davi23
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Jogabilidade souls tá ótima. História do Miazaki com ambientação George RR Martin tá muito massa de explorar. E o jogo é extremamente longo. Simplesmente sensacional.
  19. jpmoney74
    Feb 27, 2022
    0
    I knew when every critic review was super positive and every utuber "Strongly recommended" this game that ALL OF THEM ARE 100% PAID SHILLS.!! Its very disappointing how disingenuous they all are. I knew once users reviews were released it would expose this game for the garbage that it is. Dont ever trust any of these people all paid off to lie about the game
  20. NORMOLLL
    Feb 27, 2022
    0
    el juego esta muy dañado y no logra mis expectativas, es igual que un souls normal solo que mundo abierto ahora
    Misma jugabilidad, graficas aceptables, etc...
    Que decepción
  21. kitamo
    Feb 27, 2022
    2
    Graphics is outdated (near 2013). Very unstable framerate. Whole world is empty and looks like low quality product. It was good 5years ago but not in 2022
  22. Steff86
    Feb 27, 2022
    0
    Most overrated game of 2022 goes to this game! From Software make awful games and Elden Ring is no different just lackluster in every way.
  23. AliEmra
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    The best game ı ever played H
  24. HanSolo123
    Feb 27, 2022
    3
    Im a big fromsoft fan, played and finished all games. My favorite best is Sekiro, **** loved that game.
    But this one feels like DS2 with better bosses / environment.
    The mechanics are very similar, except for the jump feature. The character is slow, and it feels like the mechanics of your character are from 2010: just slow and goofy, while the enemies / bosses have more advanced    Im a big fromsoft fan, played and finished all games. My favorite best is Sekiro, **** loved that game.
    But this one feels like DS2 with better bosses / environment.
    The mechanics are very similar, except for the jump feature.
    The character is slow, and it feels like the mechanics of your character are from 2010: just slow and goofy, while the enemies / bosses have more advanced mechanics, its like your character runs at half the speed, and the bosses are 1.5X speed. just weird.

    The result is a slow awkward combat system especially when trying to beat a boss.
    This game feels like 1000 steps back from DS3, and it is not a standalone franchise, feels and plays like DS2 remake.

    And the frame rate on pc always drops.. sucks man, really wanted to love this game.    … Expand
  25. Gera21
    Feb 27, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have only play sekiro of all the games of hidetaka, I don’t like games that are a challenge but this game is an exception the gameplay the story and the open world in general are top tier. This type of games I usually will see markiplier play it but omg you have to give it a try I don’t care if you like it or not, this game is a most try.… Expand
  26. Isofrey
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    It’s amazing. Great open world and very addicting. I haven’t had any glitches and the frame rate hasn’t been a problem for me
  27. Bro-Mage
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    A souls game that is wildly difficult but fair when compared to other modern fromsoftware titles. Most areas can be taken on or explored right out the gate and the world is full of secrets from rare items to sweet looking gear. First time players will be happy to know this is the most approachable souls game to date!
  28. D3F14NTD3V14NT
    Feb 27, 2022
    4
    Where can I begin badly optimised on ps5 yet almost perfect on series x.simply put buy on series x not on PlayStation
  29. bookamp
    Feb 27, 2022
    0
    lol. These critic reviews are a joke. Is this the first game they have every played? Have they played any games other than dark souls series?
    No reason why I voted 1. Don't need one. Just like the critic reviews that didn't need a real reason to give out a perfect score.
  30. S1LVERSurfer93
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    I am new to FromSoftware titles. From the outside looking in I always thought they looked slow, boring, and too difficult. Once I jumped into Bloodborne, the premise and gameplay loop clicked and I understood why people loved them so much. Elden Ring takes this challenging, yet rewarding, gameplay loop and puts it into a beautiful and massive open world with endless things to go andI am new to FromSoftware titles. From the outside looking in I always thought they looked slow, boring, and too difficult. Once I jumped into Bloodborne, the premise and gameplay loop clicked and I understood why people loved them so much. Elden Ring takes this challenging, yet rewarding, gameplay loop and puts it into a beautiful and massive open world with endless things to go and explore and witness. There are countless epic moments you’ll come across that’ll leave your jaw on the floor. For fans of this genre this game is something really magical that’ll bring enjoyment for years to come. I understand that this game appeals to a niche audience and it’s sad to see that it’s getting review bombed by people outside the genre or people upset with the high scores who just don’t get it. In a similar way, I’m bored to death playing Mario games or Racing Sims, yet I understand those games are not for me so I’m not out there critically reviewing a game I’m not the audience for. I hate call of duty games but I don’t go review bomb them. People really need to grow up and learn to say “this game isn’t for me.” And leave it at that instead of giving it a ridiculous 0/10. Y’all out here making yourselves look silly.… Expand
  31. ericculler
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    The game is everything that I was waiting for as a fan of the series. The story looks more understandable and the gameplay is great! The world is massive. I am giving it a 10 even with the fps instability in some scenarios, because that is not critical and doesn’t ruined the experience. I am in love with this game and will play many many hours, the replay factor is incredible. This game isThe game is everything that I was waiting for as a fan of the series. The story looks more understandable and the gameplay is great! The world is massive. I am giving it a 10 even with the fps instability in some scenarios, because that is not critical and doesn’t ruined the experience. I am in love with this game and will play many many hours, the replay factor is incredible. This game is awesome!… Expand
  32. DamnedRogue
    Feb 27, 2022
    1
    Literally just another Dark Souls game. Oh it's open world? Literally offers nothing new. Up close pixels are choppy and is only partially hidden by the oversaturated lighting and shadows. Japanese game engines are way behind in graphics
  33. goodwater
    Feb 27, 2022
    0
    Pre-ordered the game. I live in Asia and the game does not support English. I was denied a refund because I had already "played the game" which is ironic as I would have not found this issue had I not started the game.

    Very much looking forward to playing it and it pains me to leave a bad review, being a huge fan of Fromsoftware games, but this is an extremely baffling and disappointing    Pre-ordered the game. I live in Asia and the game does not support English. I was denied a refund because I had already "played the game" which is ironic as I would have not found this issue had I not started the game.

    Very much looking forward to playing it and it pains me to leave a bad review, being a huge fan of Fromsoftware games, but this is an extremely baffling and disappointing problem that shouldn't have existed in the first place especially in our day and age where international living is about as common as a carton of milk.    … Expand
  34. accursedblade
    Feb 27, 2022
    0
    This game has some of the most uninteresting and nerdy stuff I’ve ever seen. Why am I fighting a giant crab with zero explanation? I don’t understand how people feel inclined to progress the game if the story sucks. A game can’t have a bad story in 2022 and be called a “masterpiece”. Such a waste of potential. Plus the graphics look mid compared to Horizon Forbidden West. And theThis game has some of the most uninteresting and nerdy stuff I’ve ever seen. Why am I fighting a giant crab with zero explanation? I don’t understand how people feel inclined to progress the game if the story sucks. A game can’t have a bad story in 2022 and be called a “masterpiece”. Such a waste of potential. Plus the graphics look mid compared to Horizon Forbidden West. And the environments are so dull and bland.… Expand
  35. Tigarinas
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Very good game and good and good very big map and very much enemy types and good map and good game
  36. SarmadTobi
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Fellow Tarnished you must surpass thine inner mind and rate this game a 11/10
  37. Powe-_-r
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Best game ever I ever played,why? Well in Ubisoft or cd project or maybe rockstar or any studio that develops open Word games, they always do the same thing it’s like buying the same game over and over again they put a yellow dot to go there then it’s activate a cut scene or a dialogue with an NPC then you go to some place kill enemy to the objective then do it all over again for 20Best game ever I ever played,why? Well in Ubisoft or cd project or maybe rockstar or any studio that develops open Word games, they always do the same thing it’s like buying the same game over and over again they put a yellow dot to go there then it’s activate a cut scene or a dialogue with an NPC then you go to some place kill enemy to the objective then do it all over again for 20 hours, this game doesn’t hold your hand or tell you what to do you can go up down left right any direction you want to find something it’s addicting to get stronger it’s addicting to kill enemies to kill bosses to explore the world to see the variety of weapons and enemies to kill them with, and my I add it’s the most beautiful world I ever seen it’s full of creativity, Thank you fromsoftware.… Expand
  38. gearhound
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Please ignore all of the idiots giving Elden Ring a 0/10. This game is absolutely amazing. The open world is breathtaking. Miyazaki has created another masterpiece. If you love Dark Souls then you must buy this game right now.
  39. Nikotoh
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Most of the time when game studios try to innovate and improve their perfectly working game, they burn and crash. But in this case, From Software has improved every aspect of previous Souls games.
  40. bromotion
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    GAME OF THE YEAR 2022.
    Need I say much more? This game improves on litterally everything past FromSoft games have been needing. Love it - and the story is the best they’ve done so far!
  41. ObligedRanger
    Feb 27, 2022
    6
    unstable fps, graphics from ps4 played on ps5. I don't enjoy it at all. high marks for no reason. many things recycled by ds3
  42. Seismic2099
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    The game deserves all the praise. Most of the 0 scores are just review bombers/people who haven’t even played the game. Boring open world? Bad graphics? Those saying that clearly haven’t played it. This game is stellar and a masterpiece and the graphics are great. Oh no a game that can be challenging amongst 100s of games that hold your hand. smh
  43. Hockeydef
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    This game is a sure 10. People rating this game in the red just goes to show you can't trust user comments. I do highly recommend this game though, it's as close to a perfect game as we will see.
  44. Thebrah
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Best game I have ever played. Combat systems is great, graphics are great. The world is just massive, yet just loaded with content. This is right up there with the best games ever made.
  45. albodoin
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    The best Souls game if not the best open world I have ever played. Mysterious, challenging and full of surprises. This is what I was waiting for since they announced it few years ago and they did deliver a masterpiece. I saw many users reviewing this game les than 5 for stupid reasons, don't listen to them and praise the sun!
  46. pitmalek
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    The open world feels weird at first since it’s a From Software game. It is the best game ever made.
  47. NeoSmol
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Красивый дизайн, хорошая графика, проработанный открытый мир, подземелья и боссы.
  48. ronald_23
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Bom o jogo tem os mesmo elementos de costume dos souls é um game muito bom, só precisa de mais umas otimizaçaões e tá ok
  49. FrigobarGM
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    This game is just incredible and giant, as someone who played a lot of souls games I loved Elden ring and even with some few problems with fps my experiencie was awesome.
  50. DissonantSubLT
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Game is absolutely what I expected as a long time souls borne fan. FromSoft absolutely nailed this game and I couldn't as for a better game!
  51. FrostyPirate
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    This game is everything I've ever wanted in a souls experience. Thank you From Soft.
  52. RiceISmoke
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    10/10 waited to long and I’m so happy as to how it turned out definitely game of the year
  53. Kaptann
    Feb 27, 2022
    0
    Don't fall for metacritic score, a lot of reviewers gave it 10's but failed to wrote in their fake reviews how buggy & broken Elden Ring is, seeing a lot of pc/console gamers complaining bout crashes, corrupt saves, frame rate issue etc, would u give it a 10 with those issues?
  54. Woodskii
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Game is just breathtaking, imagine an open world dark souls with even cooler bosses and a more epic story being told. Hands down the best Soulsborne game yet, even over my beloved Bloodborne.
  55. Benia11
    Feb 27, 2022
    7
    The game is definitely good but it’s just good. The ratings overhyped the game and now I’m just a bit disappointed Bc I expected such a top tier game. I’ve had more fun with other games but def a GOOD game. I loved the exploration aspect but you can also get lost with your next objective. Just last night I tried to join my friend but it would not work! It was so frustrating. It definitelyThe game is definitely good but it’s just good. The ratings overhyped the game and now I’m just a bit disappointed Bc I expected such a top tier game. I’ve had more fun with other games but def a GOOD game. I loved the exploration aspect but you can also get lost with your next objective. Just last night I tried to join my friend but it would not work! It was so frustrating. It definitely ruined my night. People have been controversial on this but the graphics of the game are mid. It’s almost like they forgot that grass moves when you walk by it, or that capes don’t go through your body… Expand
  56. Pinheadhell
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Best game ever, despite a few performance issues. Myiazaki is a genius. Buy it.
  57. MarselluWallace
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Spectacular in all aspects of the game. Wnvironment is masterpiece. new mechanichs are clever.
  58. Du7Ra
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Its the true fromsoftware experience, you have alot of mechanics from the others game, you have massive world full and organic which is full with different events, enemys, dungeons. Speaking of dungeons, they are so good,and the bigger ones the legacy dungeons are worth exprience. The grapich engine is the same, is not that impressive, but... as always, to all fromsoftware games, the artIts the true fromsoftware experience, you have alot of mechanics from the others game, you have massive world full and organic which is full with different events, enemys, dungeons. Speaking of dungeons, they are so good,and the bigger ones the legacy dungeons are worth exprience. The grapich engine is the same, is not that impressive, but... as always, to all fromsoftware games, the art and design rules and makes the game stunning and beautiful. Im not gonna lie here the game have some framerste drop, but in ps5 it doesn't affects bad your gameplay. This others reviwers who are giving 0 and 1, dont trust them, we all know why they are doing it and what are they problems, and there is just one thing they need to do: GUT GUD!! Casuals… Expand
  59. Zynfx
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Simply Amazing. no doubt that this game is going to win the goty, pure art.
  60. Squizdoo
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Fantastic open world experience with familiar dark souls combat.
    •great soundtrack •rewarding exploration
    •beautiful atmosphere My only complaint so far is the stability of the multiplayer (co op). Hopefully we’ll see an improvement soon. As a solo experience I really have no complaints. I am aware some players are having frame rate issues but for this review I can only speak for my    Fantastic open world experience with familiar dark souls combat.
    •great soundtrack •rewarding exploration
    •beautiful atmosphere My only complaint so far is the stability of the multiplayer (co op). Hopefully we’ll see an improvement soon.

    As a solo experience I really have no complaints. I am aware some players are having frame rate issues but for this review I can only speak for my personal experience which has been exceptional!    … Expand
  61. DSMITH8585
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    A natural evolution of dark souls… but this time in a massive open world. This will be one that is played for years to come
  62. Nextgem
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Runs great after fixing it with fps unlock tool. Only con is you cant play online with the tool or use hdr. Hope developers come with fix themselves.
    1) https://www.windowscentral.com/how-disable-anti-cheat-elden-ring

    2) https://github.com/uberhalit/EldenRingFpsUnlockAndMore/releases
  63. alvarexd7
    Feb 27, 2022
    9
    It's an excellent game the game design it's wonderful, the lore it's really cool, the OST it's a incredible experience, and the world... Dude the world design it's really crazy I love it
  64. Ephylos
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Just wonderful game nothing to say Thank you FromeSoftware for giving us a game such amazing
  65. Fratedaddy
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Absolutely incredible game. If you are into Soulsborne games you just may find this to be one of the greatest games every made. For newcomers, please give it a try. I would recommend Darksouls remastered first, but Elden Ring is a good starting point as well. So much choice and options, you can tailor the game to your liking. I do want Fromsoft to make another Bloodborne or Darksouls gameAbsolutely incredible game. If you are into Soulsborne games you just may find this to be one of the greatest games every made. For newcomers, please give it a try. I would recommend Darksouls remastered first, but Elden Ring is a good starting point as well. So much choice and options, you can tailor the game to your liking. I do want Fromsoft to make another Bloodborne or Darksouls game (more linear) to scratch that itch for a tight, dark, intertwined experience. Elden Ring takes the best aspects from all of their previous work and combines them to make an outstanding game, however it isn’t a better Darksouls game than Darksouls. It isn’t a better Bloodborne game than Bloodborne (if that makes sense). Overall, this game rocks and I hope everyone gets a chance to experience it.… Expand
  66. KieranJames
    Feb 27, 2022
    9
    An amazing experience for RPG fans who enjoy a challenge. Beautiful visual art style, Rewarding gameplay and plenty to do in the huge open world. Performance issues are disappointing right now but I expect them to be ironed out soon enough. Game is difficult so better buck up! Haha.
  67. xamrah
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    You can pretty much ignore all the poor scores if they mention technical issues, because not only are they already halfway fixed after a day, they really weren't that bad to begin with.

    The game itself might be as close to a perfect game as mankind can get. You are given a horse to explore this souls like world, but you will barely have time to ride it because there is just so much stuff    You can pretty much ignore all the poor scores if they mention technical issues, because not only are they already halfway fixed after a day, they really weren't that bad to begin with.

    The game itself might be as close to a perfect game as mankind can get. You are given a horse to explore this souls like world, but you will barely have time to ride it because there is just so much stuff to explore. I have found myself saying "ok I will just ride to that town I've been heading to all day." But about thirty seconds into my ride I see a tomb door enticing me inward. The result is I spend the next hour fighting through some underground level to fight a boss and take am ash of war or a special item or a weapon.

    And this exact thing happens a lot, each time the enemies are totally different, the boss is totally unique and the loot feels well earned.

    Not only is the game addicting but it looks amazing. Sometimes I actually have to stop and just look at the scenery. The textures are a bit dated, as they are with all Fromsoftware games, but the ambiance and lighting totally steel the show and you entirely forget about dates textures. The questing system is by far the best I have ever seen in an open world game or From game. Sometimes you will be exploring and find a random NPC who will just have a few dialogue options and it seems like nothing important. But in reality, that NPC as a hidden side quest that is triggered by giving them an item and ultimately unlocks a major function of upgrading. Or else grants you a very powerful weapon. People who say the game is boring either haven't played a souls game and thus don't understand how to find secrets in these games, or are too quick to judge and didn't actually spend time doing anything besides slapping dudes as a hero.

    That's the next big thing in this game, the character creation is even more open than ever. If you played DS3 and wished for better magic and faith options you're in luck, they have been massively enhanced this time around and playing a mixed build for say faith and strength is a bit more interesting now.

    Don't trust 0/10, this game is probably the best game of the souls genre and a very very good game in general.    … Expand
  68. Davit595
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Many people are rating low due to technical issues, I also have crashes and fps drops, but that can be fixed with patches. What cant be fixed in later patches is bad design, bad game mechanics, lame story and world. And From Software doesnt need it as they gave us all those on the highetst level. Elden Ring is one of the best things that happened to video games in recent years.
  69. huhhuh
    Feb 27, 2022
    9
    A game I was deeply hyped for and has entirely exceeded my expectations, some amazing design in every category and the best accessibility for more players to experience the game without scaling whilst allowing veterans to enjoy the experience they are looking for, I’m really interested to see where this game ends up, I personally see it as a classic in the making Certainly performanceA game I was deeply hyped for and has entirely exceeded my expectations, some amazing design in every category and the best accessibility for more players to experience the game without scaling whilst allowing veterans to enjoy the experience they are looking for, I’m really interested to see where this game ends up, I personally see it as a classic in the making Certainly performance issues and I wish the game were slightly more polished but the actual content of the game is in no way deserving of any less than a 9, I don’t wish to be hyperbolic and dock more points for some general optimisation isssues… Expand
  70. TheNotoriousDan
    Feb 27, 2022
    2
    Jogo está mal otimizado, as quedas de quadros frustraram muito a minha jogatina, estamos no auge da geração consoles, o mínimo que vocês tem que oferecer aos consumidores é um jogo liso, além de que de ter boa parte das mecânicas recicladas do dark souls. Tem que ser muito cadelinha da FS pra da nota 10 pra esse jogo.
  71. Mohu
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Best game ever! I love All Things. Alle New. The World. Best Game of All time
  72. Blackthundder
    Feb 27, 2022
    1
    Saddle it’s a big disappointment I really expected much more than this open world is very bad without a lot of open Areas that serves no purpose with 2013 graphics Walking/attack/Dodge/block is too slow and bad comparing it with bloodborne or sikero. bosses are **** design all bosses have random and stupid attacks I really hoped this game was not open world coz this made the game lost it self
  73. OGBobbyjohnson
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Haters need to check themselves. The only flaw in this game is indeed the frame rate, but it's really not bad at all apart from the very beginning of the game. The game is very enjoyable and doesn't have bugs that affect the game as people are saying, frame rate drops are not bugs. People who have never played these games claim the graphics are bad, but graphic fidelity is far lessHaters need to check themselves. The only flaw in this game is indeed the frame rate, but it's really not bad at all apart from the very beginning of the game. The game is very enjoyable and doesn't have bugs that affect the game as people are saying, frame rate drops are not bugs. People who have never played these games claim the graphics are bad, but graphic fidelity is far less important than the overall artstyle and look of the game, which is incredibly beautiful. The gameplay is a refinement of the souls gameplay, so if you enjoy that you'll the gameplay. The open world is a revolution as it doesn't hold your hand, and there's a wealth of things to discover, on your own, without ubisoft style map markers. Most complaining have probably never played/liked fromsoft games, and that's okay. But claiming it's a buggy mess with bad graphics is disingenuous .… Expand
  74. Pp4life
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    I want to start off by addressing many of the 0-4 star reviews. I question these peoples credibility because many of them are rating the game low because of the graphics. I’ve read many reviews where it starts off with “the graphics are…!” Now, I don’t know about you, but how credible is a reviewers opinion on a game when their sole focus is the graphics? One review literally said theyI want to start off by addressing many of the 0-4 star reviews. I question these peoples credibility because many of them are rating the game low because of the graphics. I’ve read many reviews where it starts off with “the graphics are…!” Now, I don’t know about you, but how credible is a reviewers opinion on a game when their sole focus is the graphics? One review literally said they gave the game a lower score simply to balance out the hype. I would argue that their credibility is of the lowest quality. While graphics are not “mind blowing,” the game more than makes up for it with the structure of the open world and gameplay. The open world feels organic; there are no markers that highlight important areas. If you want to find weapons, secret dungeons, bosses, etc., you have to explore and find those things yourself. The game does not hold your hand and tell you what to do. The environments are structured in a such a way that it draws your attention, but, at the end of the day, you must be the one to go out and explore the world to find it’s treasures. I’ve ran into so many caves and dungeons form just simply trying to get from point A to point B and being side tracked by something looking interesting in the distance. The combat, while very similar to Dark Souls, feels responsive and fluid. Enemies are not necessarily difficult, but rather intelligent; they try to bait you to attack early so that you make a mistake. The game demands that you consciously react to enemies and not simply panic dodge or attack for the sake of button mashing. Once you understand that, the combat clicks and even the pace of combat speeds up, as you dodge between enemy attacks, counter with your own attack, parry, jump attack, and create spacing/ close distances. There are a wide range of basic enemies and an even more diverse set of bosses which will truly test your ability to think in combat. The story is true to Fromsoftware; it is vague and obscured. It is up to the player to piece the events of the world together. If you are all about the story in a game, then I can understand some frustration here, but if you are a fan of other From titles, then you know exactly what you are getting.

    Overall, the game is fantastic. They have crafted an open world that is fun to explore while not being a chore to do so. From has tuned their combat system to a T. It might not be for everyone, especially those that simply want to button mash and not think about their actions during combat; or those that become angered and enraged by dying to enemies. But for long time fans of the other titles, this is a must play.    … Expand
  75. MstrBradbury
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Dark Souls meets Breath of the Wild with Skyrim style night skies? What’s not to love? Yea, the combat is basically the same as every other SoulsBorne game, but that’s not a bad thing. The game runs smooth on PS5, save for some drop in issues, and looks absolutely amazing. The map is massive and anything you see you can get to, somehow someway.

    If this is Hidetaka Miyazaki’s magnum opus,    Dark Souls meets Breath of the Wild with Skyrim style night skies? What’s not to love? Yea, the combat is basically the same as every other SoulsBorne game, but that’s not a bad thing. The game runs smooth on PS5, save for some drop in issues, and looks absolutely amazing. The map is massive and anything you see you can get to, somehow someway.

    If this is Hidetaka Miyazaki’s magnum opus, that’s fine. If it isn’t, then I can’t wait to see what the future holds.    … Expand
  76. JMillzo89
    Feb 27, 2022
    9
    I mean what could go wrong right. The formula FromSoft has made is a iron clad one. This game is mesmerizing, fun and also overwhelming all at the same time. You feel the DNA of all FromSoft games mostly Dark Souls and a little hint of Bloodborne and Sekiro. It's an amazing experience, that I haven't even beat yet. The point deduction is mainly because pop in and framerate issues areI mean what could go wrong right. The formula FromSoft has made is a iron clad one. This game is mesmerizing, fun and also overwhelming all at the same time. You feel the DNA of all FromSoft games mostly Dark Souls and a little hint of Bloodborne and Sekiro. It's an amazing experience, that I haven't even beat yet. The point deduction is mainly because pop in and framerate issues are noticeable and can sometimes take you out of the game. I know its early but this is sometimes bad enough to where you think the game is faulty. But nonetheless Miyazaki and team deliver on this MASSIVE experience that is worth applauding. Just be aware that software issues may bug you a bit. Pun not intended.… Expand
  77. emp_08
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    This game is the best soulsborne I have ever played. The open world of the game is absolutley amazing. You can just find anything anywhere and the world is full of things waiting to be explored. The boss fights and ost's are also amazing. Thank you from software for making such a masterpiece.
  78. Yamothasucka
    Feb 27, 2022
    3
    It does not deserve a goose egg at all but this game is still frustratingly hard and the devs said its more accessible then other games don't really believe in that statement and yeah this game is getting a pass on things like performance issues where other games get torched for it it is not fair
  79. Felixlaso
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    This game is amazing! I bought it for both Xbox series X and PlayStation 5, to play with my friends and I’m having a blast! Gorgeous vistas! Amazing boss fights! The exploring of the world is perfect! A masterpiece! A must play game! I’m in love!
  80. Manz
    Feb 26, 2022
    0
    The graphics so trash and they give excuse because it an open world game. This generation we expecting more from developer
  81. PrivateArtyom
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    One of the best open worpd games ever made.
    People giving 0 are just mad they cant beat any boss
  82. Heisenberg421
    Feb 27, 2022
    0
    I would love to play it but almost 20 hours in, the stuttering and texture pop in isn't acceptable at all. I hope it's fixed soon
  83. harissss
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    This game is the best game ever made, nothing tops this and probably won't in the near future either. This is the MAGNUM OPUS of gaming.
  84. shepoe0222222
    Feb 27, 2022
    9
    Incredible game but **** optimizacion, viva alexelcapo........................................................
  85. Cannon123
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Elden Ring is amazing, this is definetly Fromsoftware's ultimate game, its huge and the boss fights are amazing. This game is a masterpiece
  86. meyerpark
    Feb 27, 2022
    0
    Its frame rate was alright. Elden Ring's graphics was handled more poory on the ps5 version. Ps5 version of Elden Ring got so many glitches and console bugs
  87. walter_iego
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    FromSoftware is a very unique developer that has always walked a narrow path, and as we can see today, gamers have always loved it. Although I never made it through any of the other games they have done, I am finding Elden Ring quite refreshing. The game doesn't hold your hand or tell you where to go. You have to figure out this all by yourself, and that is indeed a big strength.

    The    FromSoftware is a very unique developer that has always walked a narrow path, and as we can see today, gamers have always loved it. Although I never made it through any of the other games they have done, I am finding Elden Ring quite refreshing. The game doesn't hold your hand or tell you where to go. You have to figure out this all by yourself, and that is indeed a big strength.

    The biggest challenge is to overcome your own frustration, when you do, you are rewarded.

    I recommend it. Playing on the PS5.    … Expand
  88. MarkAurel121
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Love this game. This is the ultimate version of Dark Souls thanks to its gigantic open world, 10/10
  89. Justausername
    Feb 27, 2022
    1
    I have absolutely never in my life hated anything more than this game. I hate it more than Star Wars Last Jedi and Last of Us 2 combined.
  90. ConsolesOWNER
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    I am a gamer that have over 600 plus games collection, across all my consoles. I have all Xbox and ps consoles, even the switch too! I've been waiting for long years for this game. And after putting 30 hours in this game, lemme admit that this is the best game ever I've played in my entire years of gaming. I always wanted an open world souls game and we got it. And the wait was 100% worthI am a gamer that have over 600 plus games collection, across all my consoles. I have all Xbox and ps consoles, even the switch too! I've been waiting for long years for this game. And after putting 30 hours in this game, lemme admit that this is the best game ever I've played in my entire years of gaming. I always wanted an open world souls game and we got it. And the wait was 100% worth it. This game is an ART, a true masterpiece, fromsoftware really delivered masterpieces before but this is the best game they made so far. Enjoying every second in this beautiful open world, the game has fps drops yes but I'm sure they're going to fix it, fromsoftware really delivered with this one, congratulations to the team for their hardest work. A huge accomplishment for sure!! GOTY 2022… Expand
  91. Hal9000xp
    Feb 27, 2022
    5
    So far it is everything I expected it to be and I haven't had as much fun with a Fromsoftware game since Dark Souls 2, and it is miles above it. It is everything the game was advertised to be.. don't believe all the negative reviews and cancel culture cry babies complaining about bad frame rate. It looks beautiful on my PS5
  92. SoulsGamesSuck
    Feb 27, 2022
    0
    This is literally worst AAA game of past 10 years. This is absolutely awful, pathetic, insanely bad.
  93. Coockis
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    O jogo me prendeu muito, e estou completamente apaixonado por ele, já fazia tempo que eu não me prendia num jogo, elden ring caiu do céu para mim.
  94. Krazyade
    Feb 27, 2022
    7
    Never played any darksouls .so to me this feels like dragons dogma. mechanics took a bit of getting used to. its not as difficult as players say, if you plan the fights and dont just run in swinging. My only issue is the game has that " outward" style let you loose and figure it out to explore with minimal npc interactions or questlines.definalty worth playing if you like open world exploration
  95. Gurkkhas555
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Замечательная игра выдержанная в духе мастера Миядзаки с интересным открытым миром… Expand
  96. Cheatingingames
    Feb 27, 2022
    1
    Playing this with trainer that has infinite hp and one hit kills for all monsters. That's the only way this trash is playable and even with this cheat, it's still boring. I just kill one boss, move to another, etc. So you telling me that's the whole game? That's the game that gets almost perfect metascore? Better metascore than basically any game ever made? This game is complete joke.
  97. Clover230
    Feb 27, 2022
    7
    It's fine but it's just another souls game with many recycled asset and animations

    It's cool and i'm enjoying it but it's nothing new or innovative
  98. ilkerbey1
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Miyazaki san my senpai. Great game. Congratulations. Kojima is jealous.... Djfkfjlfg
  99. Crashbdx
    Feb 27, 2022
    9
    I would give 10 if they remove this totally stupid crouch binding to L3, i cannot count anymore the amount of time i died in boss fights because of ridiculous unwanted crouch, PLEASE, let us unbind it completely from L3 (not just replace with something else), the experience would have been perfect without it... very frustrating...
  100. Teufelsrochen
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Top Spiel ,nix für Noobs.
    From Software macht hier einfach alles richtig.
    Überall gibt es was zu entdecken!!!!
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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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