Elden Ring

 PlayStation 5
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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 12214 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 2,341 out of 12214
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  1. Matrick27
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Habitually, I'm not a fan of open world games, but this game is perfect. You don't feel like your an errand boy, you can really take the time to admire the details of this world. Boss fights are brutal you have think and not stupidly run into the fights. Of course if you like to be taken by the hand this might not be a game for you.
  2. KitsCloud
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    This is the most fun I've had with a game in ages.

    If you enjoy Souls games, you'll enjoy Elden Ring. If this is your first time, it's the best time to jump in, as the open world allows you to come back to an area later if you're struggling with it. What I love about these games, is that it lets you explore the world without necessarily throwing everything in your face. It leaves a lot    This is the most fun I've had with a game in ages.

    If you enjoy Souls games, you'll enjoy Elden Ring. If this is your first time, it's the best time to jump in, as the open world allows you to come back to an area later if you're struggling with it.

    What I love about these games, is that it lets you explore the world without necessarily throwing everything in your face. It leaves a lot open for you to interpret, in the best way.

    I also love the feeling of struggling with a boss, but figuring out his pattern and moves step by step, until finally you beat him after you just feel so accomplished. Not to mention the different playstyles you can go for, the different weapons you can use and on top of that the improved magic system.

    Elden Ring definitely gets close to a 10 for me, personally, and with the fake reviews, and the pretentious people seeking attention by giving it a 0 because "it's DS3", I definitely think it deserves it.    … Expand
  3. Khakhed69
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Calling this game a masterpiece is an understatement. Its the ultimate version of the souls formula that we all know and love
  4. EtiainenAriakas
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    This game is a MASTERPIECE!! Everything you can find is exciting, every corner has something.
    The exploration is very rewarding. Amazing world building.
    It is a Soul game in it's core, so you will die, a lot.
  5. Acrolis
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Elden Ring is a Souls game at its core, but it's the ultimate version of a Souls game. It feels like the culmination of everything From Software has worked on in the last 15 years coming together in one incredible package. A massive, beautiful open world with dungeons all throughout. Top tier boss fights, and combat that's been refined, adopting some elements from previous FS games andElden Ring is a Souls game at its core, but it's the ultimate version of a Souls game. It feels like the culmination of everything From Software has worked on in the last 15 years coming together in one incredible package. A massive, beautiful open world with dungeons all throughout. Top tier boss fights, and combat that's been refined, adopting some elements from previous FS games and introducing new mechanics like the guard counter. interesting and complex level design that will have you obsessively searching around every corner, and now with a whole new element of verticality thanks to jumping being introduced. RPG character building and stat allocation, allowing you to customize in depth what kind of character you want to play. If you're a fan of From Software's previous works it's 100% a must play.

    The issue with the user reviews of this game is that it's the first From Soft game to truly catch the attention of the masses. These games do not hold your hand and they're not afraid to kick you into the dirt. I have a feeling this left a lot of people frustrated on first impression, who then promptly dropped the game and proceeded to write a negative review blaming their lack of ability on the game. If you're new to this series, keep in mind that it takes patience and persistence. It will be difficult at times, but you'll learn and overcome, eventually mastering the game, and I think once you do, these games offer an experience like no other.    … Expand
  6. Bleedyl
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Best game of the decade! I love the souls series and this game is the best one that FromSoftware has ever made. They have taken everything of their previous developed games, picked the best parts and put it in a gigantic open world free to explore for everyone from beginning. And there is a lot to explore. There are so many different types of weapons with different playstyles. EveryBest game of the decade! I love the souls series and this game is the best one that FromSoftware has ever made. They have taken everything of their previous developed games, picked the best parts and put it in a gigantic open world free to explore for everyone from beginning. And there is a lot to explore. There are so many different types of weapons with different playstyles. Every bossfight is unique and challenging. I will definetly buy a dlc of this game if they will develop one.… Expand
  7. dczernicki
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Amazing game if you like the typical FromSoftware formula. If you didn’t like Dark Souls, there’s a good chance you won’t like it. I don’t really understand why so many people are review bombing…in my opinion, it’s the best game to come out for PS5 so far.
  8. Lsdpanda
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    As a souls fan this surpasses anything I could have imagined. Finally a game that delivered.
  9. abduzcanjolo
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Ta complicado el juego mis diezes
    Son 60gb bien invertidos mis dieseZ GG from software
  10. Leu7734
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    It's a 10 because there's a lady who gives you free hugs. Finally female affection. Thanks Miyazaki.
  11. Hopside
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    This game is amazing! I will admit that I am biased, but FromSoft did it again. I thought I wouldn't like the open world exploration bit because of how many games get that wrong, but I was very wrong.
  12. wdywfv
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    After 40+ hours with the game, I can definitely say that it's one of the best open world games I've ever had the chance to play. Unlike most open world games that release nowadays, Elden Ring does not hold your hand constantly throughout your adventure, but instead gives you the core tools in order to go out and explore the huge world at your own pace.

    It really does feel like    After 40+ hours with the game, I can definitely say that it's one of the best open world games I've ever had the chance to play. Unlike most open world games that release nowadays, Elden Ring does not hold your hand constantly throughout your adventure, but instead gives you the core tools in order to go out and explore the huge world at your own pace.

    It really does feel like everywhere you go, you will encounter some interesting creatures, npcs, locations and bosses. I believe that this is the most beginner friendly game from FromSoftware, as everytime you hit a wall you can just go someplace else and get stronger.

    Regarding the difficulty, it's what you'd expect from a FromSoftware game. It packs a challenge, but it does provide all sorts of tools that you can use to ease your experience. Regarding the combat, you can tell that they have picked mechanics from all of their previous games, and it feels more fluid and developed than ever.

    The art direction is amazing, from the moment you step outside into the world you are hit with a wonderful scenery and this stays consistent throughout the game.

    I did not have any performance issues, the game stayed at a constant 55-60 fps on Performance Mode (PS5) and I've only experienced one minor bug.

    I would take low ratings seen here with a grain of salt, it appears that they mostly come from people who were not familiar with FromSoftware's game style but bought the game without any research due to hype. If you like a game constantly telling you what to do, providing no challenge whatsoever, duplicating the same locations and enemies throughout the whole map while using basic and clunky fighting mechanics (basically most open world games nowadays), Elden Ring is not the game for you.

    Otherwise, if you're looking for an adventure where you will feel extremely immersed and where you can feel like you are slowly getting better as you explore the world, please play it as soon as possible.    … Expand
  13. Papshady
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    I was shocked to see people giving this game a bad rating. I am so picky when it comes to console games (games in general); however, this game appears flawless to me. I loved the look of darksouls games but they were so damn hard. I find this game challenging but not like demon souls games. The open world, ambiance, im speechless. Just an amazing game that has so much mystery i findI was shocked to see people giving this game a bad rating. I am so picky when it comes to console games (games in general); however, this game appears flawless to me. I loved the look of darksouls games but they were so damn hard. I find this game challenging but not like demon souls games. The open world, ambiance, im speechless. Just an amazing game that has so much mystery i find myself thinking about the game when im not playing it. Been over a decade since ive been that into a game.… Expand
  14. AlexVader99
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    If you're bad its not games fault, its quite easy, just stop crying and GIT GUD
  15. Mr_Meling
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Best game I've tried in a long time! Never tried any of the previous Souls games, but this is amazing. Challenging and frustrating at times, but always fun.
  16. Captain_Trips
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    10/10 just for all these try hards throwing out 0's. Gameplay is fine, graphics are decent. Smooth as butter in performance mode. Typical From Software difficulty, but all of you clowns complaining about it knew that before pre-ordering, right? Right.
  17. Jonathan_j
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    WARNING! Don't trust any reviews that gave the game a score under 5! A score like that is insulting to the developers who spent a lot of time creating this game. I am a huge Souls fan so my score is a bit bias. Some people mention the outdated graphics and yes the graphics aren't as good looking as the new horizon game, and there might be some pop-ins here and there, and yet this is stillWARNING! Don't trust any reviews that gave the game a score under 5! A score like that is insulting to the developers who spent a lot of time creating this game. I am a huge Souls fan so my score is a bit bias. Some people mention the outdated graphics and yes the graphics aren't as good looking as the new horizon game, and there might be some pop-ins here and there, and yet this is still one of the most beautiful games I've ever played, because of the incredible art style. Other reviews mention the difficulty as being a bad part of the game, the game is mechanically difficult, this means that the enemies have complicated and fast move sets and you will die a lot, so of you don't enjoy that, I don't recommend the game. I've seen a lot of people mention that the game is empty, that is also false, the game is full of content and secrets, I have to admit that the sidequests and lore are very cryptic, this is also something that people criticized as being something bad but that is also incorrect. The game doesn't shove the story in your face rather it just roughly explains what's going on in the world whilst hiding a lot of the details under the hood. The main problem with those reviews is that they're comparing EldenRing to other open world games that are great and then say that ER is bad because it does things differently. I'll give an analogy to the absent story argument, let's say there's a sushi chef and he makes the best sushi in the world, like it's perfectly done, the rice is perfectly cooked, the fish is fresh from the market and there's a perfect amount of sauce. That would make it an objectively good sushi right? Would it then make sense to criticize the sushi for not having fries as a side dish when that was never the point of the meal? Of course not and in ER's case the fries is the story, Miyazaki never meant for EldenRing to have a storyline as the main part of the game. So if you're expecting a deep story like the Witcher3 I also don't recommend the game. However if you want to immerse yourself in an incredibly diverse and challenging world, where you can play with tons of different playstyles and if you enjoy exploration, the game is absolutely for you, of course there's much more to the game than the previously mentioned points, but those are things you'll find out for yourself !… Expand
  18. Kingus
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    IF you like souls games it’s 10/10, if you’re a hypebeast stay with COD this isn’t your bag
  19. SaschaL
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Id rate this game a 9 but want to counter some of the review bombing. It seems like many people fell into the game because of the hype unprepared for how fromsoft does its storytelling. If you talk to npcs and read item descriptions the rich story comes together very well. The world is chockfull of great gear and unique encounters. And folks who think comparing the mechanics to previousId rate this game a 9 but want to counter some of the review bombing. It seems like many people fell into the game because of the hype unprepared for how fromsoft does its storytelling. If you talk to npcs and read item descriptions the rich story comes together very well. The world is chockfull of great gear and unique encounters. And folks who think comparing the mechanics to previous fromsoft titles is a reason for a low score confuse me. There is plenty added to the combat system and a new degree of verticality that makes exploring better than its ever been. Im about 50hrs in and still getting surprised by things, and still feel engaged. Didnt have to grind once. If something in the map feels hard, come back to it later, not a tricky concept in open world games. I will say that the performance issues at launch are problematic, but nothing that wont get addressed in patches. The game is hard, but the open world helps with accessibility since you can try somewhere else. I will critique that the game should imply more thoroughly that following the main bath for a bit first nets you the ability to level, travel faster, and use items that help your progression. Missing those and wandering off is a possibility. Im probably a fromsoft fanboy, and this game requires time and immersive investment. But I think its great, and doesnt deserve to get review bombed by people who didnt bother to listen to the npcs talk about the world.… Expand
  20. RASEC721
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Simplemente perfección, es el mejor juego de mundo abierto jamás creado con la esencia de fromsofware, es impresionante los paisajes el mapa y sobre todo los enemigos, a medida que avanzó es algo nuevo y no deja de sorprenderme. Es lo mejor de lo mejor. Gracias fromsofware
  21. TurnaboutSticks
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    A culmination of all things From has done throughout the series. This is the true realization of what Dark Souls was leading to.
  22. Neefeela
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Don’t let the user score fool you.

    It’s a masterpiece!

    If you’ve played ds3 or bloodborne you’ll love it
  23. pattythicc
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Everyone that is ranking this low are the people that are upset there isn't a difficulty scale
  24. Jester_IN
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    This is game is a masterpiece anyway you look at it.
    Contender for best RPG of ALL time
  25. Ghostis
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    After completing all of From Software's library I can safely say this one has instantly become my favorite. I don't usually give 10/10 but this is everything i have wanted from a game for a long time! everything Fromsoft has learnt has all accumulated in this absolute masterpiece of a game!. Praise the Elden Ring!.
  26. dOoObface
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    I've been playing these games since the first Dark Souls, and this takes everything from the previous Souls/Borne games and perfects it.

    Plays closest to Dark Souls/Demon's Souls. If you liked either of those, you'll love this.
  27. wakeyjakey
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Truly, this is the amalgamation of every mainline FS game. Combat polished and improved taking notes from Sekiros stance breaking mixed with DS3’s options for weaponry and play style. The world is beautiful and filled with secrets. I’ve logged in over 24 hours and I haven’t even hit 16% completed. Bosses are ramped up for more rage quit moments. Most fun I’ve had in years.
  28. Soko
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    A masterpiece! It makes me so sad that many players are review-bombing such an amazing game! People were criticizing on the day of the release without even really played enough to give it a proper evaluation (and make justice to such great game). I've read all kinds of nonsense like "it doesn't have a game difficulty setting", who said it should have one? The game offers a plenty ofA masterpiece! It makes me so sad that many players are review-bombing such an amazing game! People were criticizing on the day of the release without even really played enough to give it a proper evaluation (and make justice to such great game). I've read all kinds of nonsense like "it doesn't have a game difficulty setting", who said it should have one? The game offers a plenty of options to make your journey easy: the horse, you can summon spirits to help you, you can summon friends, so please, no lame excuses!
    The game may be still challenging(gladly!) but way more accessible than any other souls games. So of you write a review, please make sure to play it for at least 10 hours.
    Bottom line: a masterpiece! Not a game for everyone though. But what game is?    … Expand
  29. jazzathan
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    This game is absolutely insane. It does a fantastic job of being challenging and hard without being frustrating and anger-inducing. Every time you think you’ve discovered all of the map, or searched a dungeon, there’s always one more thing to keep you immersed into the beautifully intricate world. The soundtrack is one of the only in games i’ve played that’s made me feel a chill down myThis game is absolutely insane. It does a fantastic job of being challenging and hard without being frustrating and anger-inducing. Every time you think you’ve discovered all of the map, or searched a dungeon, there’s always one more thing to keep you immersed into the beautifully intricate world. The soundtrack is one of the only in games i’ve played that’s made me feel a chill down my spine, and the boss themes enhance the feeling of grandness as you fight monstrosity after monstrosity. Despite its stat and inventory limitations (which isn’t a bad thing, it’s even more of an incentive to find treasure), you’re given complete freedom from the moment you step past the tutorial. There’s a main story that can be picked up and dropped at any point in the game, allowing for getting better gear or weapon upgrades, general exploration, or just taking a break to buy more supplies. Almost every aspect of this game blows me away, and i think it’s an absolute must play.… Expand
  30. HAHAHAHAHAHAHA1
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    A lot of crying going on here... GET GOOD. The game is great and people who complain about it being to hard should go back to playing animal crossing. Graphics are fine. I swear some of the people on here are smoking rocks or got one to many participation trophy's as kids.
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96

Universal acclaim - based on 86 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 86 out of 86
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 86
  3. Negative: 0 out of 86
  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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