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
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  3. Negative: 2,341 out of 12214
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  1. fckhorizondown
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    elden ring is simply astonishing i love the graphics and the bosses also the soundtrack is fantastic and the verticality added with the jumps make the game more ejoyable and adds variety to the gameplay
  2. Zedrow69
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Apparently the review bombing incels are at it again. Adding my review to help. This game deserves it.
  3. TakeMeToTheER
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    These 0 rarings are ridiculous. The game is fun, challenging and has a lot of content. When you start out it will feel intimidating, and the game likes to remind you where your place is, but as you get used to the flow of the game it gets a lot easier. As for the graphics. Its not a photorealistic graphicscard stresstest where every detail down to the sweat rolling down your charactersThese 0 rarings are ridiculous. The game is fun, challenging and has a lot of content. When you start out it will feel intimidating, and the game likes to remind you where your place is, but as you get used to the flow of the game it gets a lot easier. As for the graphics. Its not a photorealistic graphicscard stresstest where every detail down to the sweat rolling down your characters cheek is megacrisp. But does it really need that? Its a unique artstyle with a lot of soul and character to it, and it carries itself beautifully. (Performance issues aside (those will probably be fixed soon anyways)).

    10/10. Best game i have played in a few years.    … Expand
  4. Coldy1988
    Mar 3, 2022
    7
    Really so good? I have been playing it a couple of hours and i cant say that game is so insane. Dark Souls is smaller, but consist of more interesting things. I cannot find any fun in riding horse 3/4 of gameplay
  5. Chuwi1
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Amazing. I wasn't ready for so much Awesome together in one package.
    It is From Software at their best.
  6. NavjitDrayong88
    Mar 3, 2022
    9
    Such a great game and really addictive. I’m a type of guy that would get easily bored after playing a game for 10 hours and I already played this for 30 hours.
  7. Romano77
    Mar 3, 2022
    5
    Thank you Miyazaki! You made a Masterpiece! Mesmerizing landscapes and bosses! Mechanic is awesome! I'm enjoying a lot! After some changes settings in windows 10 and motherboard, it's working very well.
  8. urmatawil
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    I would write a more in depth review, but i'm too busy playing Elden Ring.

    Feels like I'm in Berserk
  9. Pogge96
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Just finished the game. Had my doubts in the beginning about the open world and that enemys dont scale with you. But i have to say that i love it. But it takes time to get used to it.
    Performance was absolutely ok for me on my PS5. No issues in boss fights just sometimes a slight lag while exploring (just a second or so).
    Music is great, its extremely tough even for Souls Veterans. I    Just finished the game. Had my doubts in the beginning about the open world and that enemys dont scale with you. But i have to say that i love it. But it takes time to get used to it.
    Performance was absolutely ok for me on my PS5. No issues in boss fights just sometimes a slight lag while exploring (just a second or so).
    Music is great, its extremely tough even for Souls Veterans. I played every single souls game and I must say that the Elden Ring main Bosses are maybe the hardest of the whole Franchise.
    I love it and can recommend it to souls veterans. Newbies should maybe start with a normal Dark Souls game. I find a more linear progressions system easier for beginners.    … Expand
  10. Sergio3282
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Quel jeu incroyable bourré d’aventure et de découverte c’est un vrai plaisir à parcourir malgré une technique qui montre parfois quelques faiblesses mais qui est largement compensé par sa direction artistique de haute volée et un gameplay tjr aussi précis et exigeant,la formule de From Software est ici à son apogée et ravira tous ces fans ainsi que les nouveaux joueurs. Une expérience àQuel jeu incroyable bourré d’aventure et de découverte c’est un vrai plaisir à parcourir malgré une technique qui montre parfois quelques faiblesses mais qui est largement compensé par sa direction artistique de haute volée et un gameplay tjr aussi précis et exigeant,la formule de From Software est ici à son apogée et ravira tous ces fans ainsi que les nouveaux joueurs. Une expérience à vivre absolument !!… Expand
  11. Riverhawk
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Best game I've played in years, very addicting. Leaving 10 to negate a whiner
  12. jfallen1990
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    This was my first Souls game purchase. I have to say I am glad i did it. Great gameplay, fantastic boss fights, incredible environment. Is the game challenging, YES but it can be completed. It takes getting adjusted to combat, playing around with builds. plenty of Youtubers giving advice how to get good and gear to equip. Do not let fear stop you from playing this masterpiece. This trulyThis was my first Souls game purchase. I have to say I am glad i did it. Great gameplay, fantastic boss fights, incredible environment. Is the game challenging, YES but it can be completed. It takes getting adjusted to combat, playing around with builds. plenty of Youtubers giving advice how to get good and gear to equip. Do not let fear stop you from playing this masterpiece. This truly is one-of-a-kind game. I'm happy i gave it a chance. You should too!… Expand
  13. Rekthar
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    After playing Horizon forbidden west I welcome this change in open world game. The fact that your map isnt full of markers is a great change from other open world games. The lack of quest log is also refreshing. It's nice that you have to learn to play and learn how to navigate around. I've only finished bloodborne before so not really a fan of souls games but this game will propably be myAfter playing Horizon forbidden west I welcome this change in open world game. The fact that your map isnt full of markers is a great change from other open world games. The lack of quest log is also refreshing. It's nice that you have to learn to play and learn how to navigate around. I've only finished bloodborne before so not really a fan of souls games but this game will propably be my favourite all time game. World is really beautiful, controls feels smooth, lore feels interesting, boss fights are fun and different. There is so much great things in this game and I hate these trolls giving 0s and 1s because they propably didn't even try the game and watched some stream or the didnt have patience to learn after tutorial area.… Expand
  14. Musico-vagante
    Mar 3, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Masterpiece. Obra prima, beira a perfeição. O único ponto negativo é algo que pode ser corrigido: os stutterings constantes.… Expand
  15. Drifter17x
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Very sad that some users are giving this beautiful piece of gaming history bad scores because of occasional pop in or stutters. I honestly think that most of them didn't even play the game they just wanted an easy mode but ultimately didn't get one, either that or they just want their favorite game to be rated higher. Either way, I am 43 hours into the game and I can say without a doubtVery sad that some users are giving this beautiful piece of gaming history bad scores because of occasional pop in or stutters. I honestly think that most of them didn't even play the game they just wanted an easy mode but ultimately didn't get one, either that or they just want their favorite game to be rated higher. Either way, I am 43 hours into the game and I can say without a doubt that I have never had as many "ooo" and "ahhhhh" moments while playing a video game. Elden Ring is an RPG lovers Dream, a very dark dream but a wonderful one nonetheless. Combat is a step above DS3 adding different mechanics and weapons. Ashes of war allow for weapon customization ive never experienced in soulsborne game and the spells offer some of the most stunning visuals to date. The big selling point for me is the amount of exploration that can be done while traversing the lands between. Continuously setting a marker on my map to go see what awaits me at my destination only to notice something lurking in the distance or a cave that I would have missed had I not been trying to avoid the enemies in the middle of the area. My only issue with this game is the way quests are tracked, please note I am very familiar with the works of Fromsoft and their approach to quests and the usual exhaustion of dialogue to progress a characters storyline so you can speak with them again in the next area. I just feel it could have been optimized better for a game of this scale. In summary, Elden Ring will be the standard in which I hold for all RPG's moving forward and is undeniably one of the best games I have ever played. Sincerely, your average (not casual) gamer with 27 years of gaming experience.… Expand
  16. WyseOSirius
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    My response to negative review bombers:

    Mad cuz bad. Git Gud.

    You wanted something but didn't get it. Boo-Hoo. FROM delivered on everything they said would be in the game. If you expected more, that's on you.

    They don't have to hold your hair up when you puke as well. Get over it.

    12/10 would stomp out the first nine bosses easily again.
  17. PointOfReview
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Whoever reviews this game under a 7 is what we in the "souls community" refer to as a "filthy casual" and they really just need to "get good" But seriously, i as a souls veteran i absolutley love this game. it is perfection! My job asks me why i took 3 days off work and my reply is "elden ring came out" i'm back at work and they ask me why my work is slacking and i reply "i'm thinkingWhoever reviews this game under a 7 is what we in the "souls community" refer to as a "filthy casual" and they really just need to "get good" But seriously, i as a souls veteran i absolutley love this game. it is perfection! My job asks me why i took 3 days off work and my reply is "elden ring came out" i'm back at work and they ask me why my work is slacking and i reply "i'm thinking about playing elden ring" i'm visiting my family and they ask me where i've been and i reply "in the land between" i'm taking a massive dump and i push extra hard so i can get back to elden ring faster .
    my landlord is wondering why my rent is late and i reply "because i had to buy elden ring"
    and.... nevermind you get the point. elden ring is great!    … Expand
  18. Sereivuth
    Mar 3, 2022
    6
    bon jeu , par contre graphiquement il manque quelque chose c'est dommage...
  19. Savagevenom
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Please refrain from coming to do review bombing, this is not just a game, it is a piece of art that reflects the dedication and love of the developers, it is a large-scale dark fantasy world that will make you stick to the screen for hours if you have enough dedication.

    This is not a game that takes you by the hand and tells you who you should talk to, where you have to go, what objects    Please refrain from coming to do review bombing, this is not just a game, it is a piece of art that reflects the dedication and love of the developers, it is a large-scale dark fantasy world that will make you stick to the screen for hours if you have enough dedication.

    This is not a game that takes you by the hand and tells you who you should talk to, where you have to go, what objects you should get, basically nothing, because you are the one who must be observant, pay attention to the environment, discover things for yourself, in other words, think.

    The graphics are the same as what was shown in the demos and previews, if the graphics were not to your liking, why did they buy the game and then come to say that they are bad?
    The game features some framerate issues on ps5 and other platforms, but that will be fixed over time.
    The graphics are very good, enough to set us in its story.
    The gameplay is basically the same as the previous souls, which is more than fine, with more flexible mechanics and we can even jump!
    The designs of the enemies are excellent, some even scary.
    The design of the world is the best I've seen in any video game, much better than the Witcher or Zelda, just incomparable and it's going to take your breath away.
    In conclusion, this game is not for everyone, most of us got more than we expected from the game and beforehand it had already been communicated that the difficulty was going to be similar to its previous games, if you do not like the graphics because it is your opinion but not the absolute truth, because most of us love them.    … Expand
  20. Benlugo113
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Im new to the souls series, nevettheless I love this game. I have not felt a feeling of inmersion that this game gave me since RDR2. The difficulty is perfect, it makes you learn your enemies moves and weaknesses in order to beat them. 10/10
  21. TA98ME
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Best game ever .. deserve the game of year .. many of the review are just hating or cant hold souls game .. best souls game ever
  22. Snowadian
    Mar 3, 2022
    7
    30 hours in and there is lots to like about this game. It is visually stunning and the creativity/world building is 10/10. The whole experience is not perfect though. The game play is nowhere near as enjoyable as God of War or Ghosts of Tsushima. It feels laborious - more like going to work than taking time off. It is a game built for masochists - those who love extreme challenge - both in30 hours in and there is lots to like about this game. It is visually stunning and the creativity/world building is 10/10. The whole experience is not perfect though. The game play is nowhere near as enjoyable as God of War or Ghosts of Tsushima. It feels laborious - more like going to work than taking time off. It is a game built for masochists - those who love extreme challenge - both in skill and in solving puzzles. I'm not sure a casual gamer (without a guide or some Google searches) could get through this game. I can see why professional gamers and reviewers love this game, but anyone who can't commit full time will not.
    I am not against the difficulty (I don't agree with not having a story mode) but a creator can do as they like, it is their world. It does take away from the experience though for many, including myself. I don't want to spend an hour unable to beat a boss only to give up and go farm runes for another couple of hours so my characters level matches my ability. The feeling of success is not worth it for me.
    I am also dismayed at the little character customization that is available. I played the astrologer character. I would love more options for my weapons and gear, in 30 hours I've gotten two outfits that I can't make any meaningful customization too and I had to go find a mid game staff in some poisonous swamp to have any chance against bosses. Looking up astrologer outfits, the first cool one is about mid game which I'm guessing I will never see. If you like weapon and outfit choice, choose a melee character with lots of strength and endurance.
    I beat both God of War and Ghosts of Tsushima - in both games I felt god-like. I felt strong and able. I do not feel this way with Elden Ring. I feel stressed, and overworked. The bit of a rush I got beating Pumpkin head or Margit was not worth the time I put in to do so.
    The experience is worth seeing but unless you are a committed gamer, I'd suggest waiting for God of War Ragnarok. If you really want to try this game, give Bloodborne a quick try to see what playing at this type of difficulty feels like. I know for a fact that many will feel disappointment after buying this game without reading reviews.
    The feeling when you beat a hard boss is great, but it is also awful if it ends the game for you because you simply cannot. Great game, that is not for the casual gamer. With GoW and GoT offering story modes/difficulty options, I am disappointed that this is not offered with Elden Ring considering how much money and time was put into this game.    … Expand
  23. hiddensynapse
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Finally, the true successor to Dark Souls. Elden Ring is to Dark Souls what Dark Souls was to Demon Souls. It’s a masterpiece that renders Dark Souls 2 & 3 as somewhat redundant. Don’t expect fast-paced gameplay like Bloodborne and Sekiro; while Elden Ring retains some elements from those games, it’s ultimately about taking a careful and measured approach to combat. For those who lovedFinally, the true successor to Dark Souls. Elden Ring is to Dark Souls what Dark Souls was to Demon Souls. It’s a masterpiece that renders Dark Souls 2 & 3 as somewhat redundant. Don’t expect fast-paced gameplay like Bloodborne and Sekiro; while Elden Ring retains some elements from those games, it’s ultimately about taking a careful and measured approach to combat. For those who loved Dark Souls for its sense of mystery and unparalleled loot, Elden Ring is unbelievably rich and diverse. I doubt any other RPGs exist with as many unique weapons, armor sets, spells, and abilities as Elden Ring. It cranks everything up to 11 and achieves the same level of excellence as From Soft’s greatest (Dark Soul 1, Bloodborne, Sekiro).… Expand
  24. Vahraone85
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Elden ring ist einfach nur großartig, ein meisterwerk,
    Die beste open World aller Zeiten.
    Ein Spiel welches nur alle 10 erscheint.
  25. pioidolo
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Il capolavoro di From Software, i problemi tecnici e la grafica non eccelsa vengono messi clamorosamente in secondo piano dal gioco nella sua interezza
  26. Helakres
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Mükemmele yakın açık dünyası. Her köşeden ne çıkacağını merakla beklediğin, Devamlı keşfetme hissi içerisinde bulunduğun baş yapıt. Attığınız her adımda karşılaşacağınız düşmanlar sizi terletecek.
  27. 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.
  28. IsaacFalls
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    I've been playing video games since 23 years and this is literally the best game I've ever played!
  29. Johannesk
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Review bombers won’t be able to keep this from being remembered as a masterpiece. I gotta jump on here to defend it against the review bombers. This is my first Soulsborne game ever. I’m roughly 40 hours into the game right now. This is not for the casual gamer at all. If you like a challenge and you like puzzle solving and don’t get frustrated easily then you will enjoy it. It honestly isReview bombers won’t be able to keep this from being remembered as a masterpiece. I gotta jump on here to defend it against the review bombers. This is my first Soulsborne game ever. I’m roughly 40 hours into the game right now. This is not for the casual gamer at all. If you like a challenge and you like puzzle solving and don’t get frustrated easily then you will enjoy it. It honestly is the best game I’ve played in the last few years. It’s not perfect and has plenty of bugs and performance issues but the quality of gameplay and world design absolutely outshines all the bad. People can cry on here all they want but this game will go down as a masterpiece.… Expand
  30. gjhearn88
    Mar 3, 2022
    4
    beyond the performance issues and bugs, this game brings almost no new elements to the formula aside from a bland and quite boring open world, and a horse. The visuals seem almost downgraded and very last gen. The combat remains clunky and simplistic. The "difficulty" is fabricated by slow animations and opponents that deal outrageous amounts of damage, the "skill" required to "git gud" isbeyond the performance issues and bugs, this game brings almost no new elements to the formula aside from a bland and quite boring open world, and a horse. The visuals seem almost downgraded and very last gen. The combat remains clunky and simplistic. The "difficulty" is fabricated by slow animations and opponents that deal outrageous amounts of damage, the "skill" required to "git gud" is memorizing animations the enemies randomly cycle through. the game is extremely repetitive and tedious the story is almost non-existent, you have to dig and piece it together yourself which feels like a chore. playing with friends online is a nightmare. i feel like this game is average at best. all of the 10/10 scores are baffling.… Expand
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Metascore
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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