Elden Ring

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7.8

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  1. eldenringisgarb
    Mar 3, 2022
    0
    DONT BUY. Melee dex is completely freaking useless I had to farm endlessly as a dex melee character to beat the second boss, I farmed til I was level 50 while he is like a level 20. Meanwhile mages are one shotting bosses. This game is just beyond awful. If you play a melee character you will die endlessly, as every boss and miniboss and strong normal mobs have aoe attack with tracing! OhDONT BUY. Melee dex is completely freaking useless I had to farm endlessly as a dex melee character to beat the second boss, I farmed til I was level 50 while he is like a level 20. Meanwhile mages are one shotting bosses. This game is just beyond awful. If you play a melee character you will die endlessly, as every boss and miniboss and strong normal mobs have aoe attack with tracing! Oh and also 80%+ are faster than you. Not to mention theres both input delay and input que take when you dodge roll for instance so the roll happens 0.5 sec later (great design in a reflex game, real genius) and regarding input delay you will die many a time due to your character deciding to do a command 2 commands ago.

    Also this games design is just awful, damn awful. Lets compare this awful game to some of my favorite games like take dota 2, (the real hardest game in the world not filled with BS mechanics) and diablo 2. In dota 2 all heroes are free and everyone is at equal footing since everyone can pick everyone. This means that even though you might die to another hero you can just spam that hero from now on and realise his strengths and weaknesses after 10-100 games.

    In diablo 2 theres this frustrating mechanic called hit recovery. What it does is it stunlocks you if damage taken exceeds 12% of max life. Now it can be very annoying getting stun locked to death, but this leads me to my point: in diablo 2 the enemys ALSO HAS HIT RECOVERY. IN OTHER WORDS ITS AN EVEN PLAYING FIELD. I CAN STUNLOCK THEM TO DEATH ALSO LEADING ME TO NOT GET MAD IF I GET STUN LOCKED TO DEATH COMPLETELY UNLIKE ELDEN RING, WHERE BOSSES HAVE ENDLESS STAMINA (unlike the melee characters who can only do 4 hits, or atleast samurai can only do that the character im playing..). Enemys also often 2 or 3 shot me while I have put the last 30 levels into damage through dexterity and gotten ONE damage point per level. ONE.

    This game isnt even hard like the fanboys claim (and then just insult you and tell you to get good when you call out bosses tracing you mid attack during a dodge roll) its just watching, waiting to get a single or two hits in if youre melee then trying to bait out the correct range to do it again. The bosses have much more fun than the player characters they actually have cool combos and skillsets and get to play the game, the player character just stands and runs around waiting for the bosses endless combos to end.

    Buy this game if you love dying unfairly hundreds of times, cheesy out dated artificial difficulty mechanics, **** controls due to it being a console port, and running around aimlessly in an empty world.    … Expand
  2. Khalifamohamed
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Its one of the best games ive ever played! + Amazing open world
    + Amazing combat
    + Great bosses + Beatiful art design
    + Great soundtrack
    + Addictive gameplay
    + Great exploration

    - has some performance issues and stuttering
  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. Ulfborne
    Mar 3, 2022
    0
    Graphics look last gen and totally bland. Clunky as hell and too hard for the average gamer. Would love to know the point of making a game so hard that people dont see content. I quit in 30 mins, Horizon forbidden west os miles more rewarding. I dont have time for this **** of dying 70 times on a boss.
  5. Lucatiel
    Mar 3, 2022
    5
    Despite being an 'open world" this game feels more lineal than the other souls games! The main objective in this game is literally is to jump between "legacy dungeons" and literally that's the hole point of the game which gets pretty generic real quick, which is disappointing as the open world mostly feels empty with just ruins (with nothing interesting on them) to visit throughout theDespite being an 'open world" this game feels more lineal than the other souls games! The main objective in this game is literally is to jump between "legacy dungeons" and literally that's the hole point of the game which gets pretty generic real quick, which is disappointing as the open world mostly feels empty with just ruins (with nothing interesting on them) to visit throughout the world and lame dungeons with the same boss for almost every dungeon. I genuinely was expecting something great as playing the CNT and seeing the amount of content we got on main Limgrave was massive, unfortunately, fromsoft baited us, because main Limgrave is the place with more stuff to do than any other place in this stupid linear map! I honestly would've preferred a linear game instead of this crap.… Expand
  6. Psylow
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    If you’re a fan of mythology, good combat, and a challenge then this game is for you. If you’re a lil Jimmy who’s scared to play a game without the game constantly holding your hand, telling you where to go & what to do, then this game is not for you.
  7. Bazlighter
    Mar 3, 2022
    5
    Ничего нового, лучше еще раз пройти Бладборн.
  8. Marcblack
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Absolute masterpiece. I'm only 30 hours in and absolutely delighted with the world they created.

    The only flaw I see? This game needs a warning on its cover: "not another ubi-like game" No, seriously, I'm so tired of games that constantly hold my hand and treat me like I'm a child. Unlike FarCry, Horizon, Ghost of Tsushima, Assassins Creed and others, Elden Ring trust its players.    Absolute masterpiece. I'm only 30 hours in and absolutely delighted with the world they created.

    The only flaw I see? This game needs a warning on its cover: "not another ubi-like game"

    No, seriously, I'm so tired of games that constantly hold my hand and treat me like I'm a child. Unlike FarCry, Horizon, Ghost of Tsushima, Assassins Creed and others, Elden Ring trust its players. Here you get to truly explore a world in ruins. It's a beautiful and mysterious land. You see a castle far away? An abandoned house? A cavern entrance? Maybe go take a look. And be sure you'll find a location that is so unique it doesn't need question marks or a compass pointing to it.

    Same for the non-player characters and their quests. They also feel unique and tailored to be memorable. Not the traditional "fetch x pieces of wood", "kill x boars" nonsense you see anywhere else. This game respects your time.

    What to say about the combat? Deep and strategic, simply put. Again, if you face your enemies like you would have done in Assassins Creed you're in for a world of pain and frustration. Combat in Elden Ring is all about observing, learning and committing to each and every action you perform. Take for instance Tree Sentinel. Bastard demolished me for at least two hours, but I eventually killed him, though not before I learned his attacks (and took some good rest so my brain could absorb what I learned). And that's how it was meant to be. Tree Sentinel is now a satisfying memory of a challenge I overcame. See you again in NG+ my friend.

    Sadly this game is not for everyone, and it's fine. Just know what you are getting in before you buy it.    … Expand
  9. 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
  10. 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.
  11. bobbyversace
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Not everyone deserves to become an Elden lord, most of the people who are saying this game is too hard or unfair have grown spoiled and used to being held by and pushed through without any effort on their side.. its okay, if you dont like the game give up and make way for others... let true Elden ring players take up the position of Elden Lords.
  12. Piggsy9905
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    There is little that could be improved a excellent marriage of what worked well in the previous fromsoftware games brought together In an absolute masterpiece
  13. Zwei76
    Mar 3, 2022
    1
    The same game over and over and over and over and over and over and over...
  14. DDNZ
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    No he sido nunca muy matado de los Souls, nunca he podido jugar más de 2 o 3 horas seguidas por la tensión y por la frustración de determinados momentos. Elden Ring elimina los momentos más frustrantes (como patearte un cuarto de nivel cada vez que te mata el boss) y te da libertad de jugar a tu ritmo ¿El resultado? Una droga de juego del que solo quieres más y más y él te lo da.

    Es    No he sido nunca muy matado de los Souls, nunca he podido jugar más de 2 o 3 horas seguidas por la tensión y por la frustración de determinados momentos. Elden Ring elimina los momentos más frustrantes (como patearte un cuarto de nivel cada vez que te mata el boss) y te da libertad de jugar a tu ritmo ¿El resultado? Una droga de juego del que solo quieres más y más y él te lo da.

    Es cierto que hay algún que otro problema gráfico y de rendimiento en PS5 pero me ha dado exactamente igual, además espero que se solucionen con los parches.

    Creo que la gente que lo puntúa a la baja por lo técnico es porque tienen vidas bastante pobres. OJO, hablo de la versión de PS5 que es la que he jugado, tengo entendido que la de PC va bastante peor si no tienes un PC de muy alta gama. No obstante, por eso valoro la versión de PS5.    … Expand
  15. Ankiboy
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Todos os Souls games lançados até este dia, fazem com que este Elden Ring seja épico, maior, mais bonito e melhor!
  16. Turbo118
    Mar 3, 2022
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lots of missable stuff and very hard but also addictive and fun. Dog… Expand
  17. Muziye
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Good For Me. Just signed up to show my respect. I just finished Dark Souls 3, and now Elden Ring brings me a lot of fun.
  18. synced
    Mar 3, 2022
    9
    One os the best openworld game ever made
    this game is the kind of game that every owner of PS5, PS4, XBOX, XBOX SERIES, PC
    must have in your collection . Pros : history, gameplay, music, atmosphere, sidequests , everting related to the core game is amazing . cons : Bad grafics for next gen consoles, instable fps, lacked a less aggressive difficulty mode for new players . MY    One os the best openworld game ever made
    this game is the kind of game that every owner of PS5, PS4, XBOX, XBOX SERIES, PC
    must have in your collection .

    Pros : history, gameplay, music, atmosphere, sidequests , everting related to the core game is amazing .

    cons : Bad grafics for next gen consoles, instable fps, lacked a less aggressive difficulty mode for new players .

    MY FINAL NOTE IS 9.5/10    … Expand
  19. kamikazi8956
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    At my opinion from software manage completely to make a open world soul game from another dimension. Despite the hard difficulty in every corner have a new opportunity and the curiosity sometimes will reward you with something awesome. The scale and the map you can easily compair it with skyrim. Overall i am level 70 and i dont even complete half of the map. Good luck feature erder lords
  20. Honestx
    Mar 3, 2022
    7
    I was never a fan of the souls game series. And even after completing the ps5 remake of demon souls I am still not fond of the series. I would give demon souls a 8.5 because I really enjoyed it and I never played anything like it but the slow paced constant death gameplay is not my cup of tea. Elden ring combines souls combat with a very dense and detailed open world and a decent story inI was never a fan of the souls game series. And even after completing the ps5 remake of demon souls I am still not fond of the series. I would give demon souls a 8.5 because I really enjoyed it and I never played anything like it but the slow paced constant death gameplay is not my cup of tea. Elden ring combines souls combat with a very dense and detailed open world and a decent story in my opinion. I haven't finished the game yet but I have watched gameplays and review and though I do see why many regard this game as the game of the year. In my personal opinion I find souls combat repetitive and somewhat boring. Don't get me wrong the open world is amazing, in fact most of the hours I put onto the game are me just exploring what the world has to offer. If you are into souls games give this a try. If you are not into souls games then this won't change your thoughts on the saga. 7/10 not my cup of tea, demon souls was better in my opinion, boring outdated combat, bad performance, okay story. What carries this game is the open world.… Expand
  21. blahblah11
    Mar 3, 2022
    1
    i am very angry at the pvp. you can ONLY be invaded if you have a summoned helper (which i never do) and can only invade if the person has a helper. what is this? you have been ruining pvp with this rule since the travesty that was dark souls 3.

    the game itself is fine if you don't care about pvp at all.....but i did
  22. Anticalvos
    Mar 3, 2022
    1
    NO ES UN JUEGO OBLIGATORIO. Es un juego de nicho, que necesita tiempo y paciencia. Es una lastima que los que no tenemos tiempo no podamos jugar a este juego ya que no teiene niveles de dificultad y una cosa va enlazada con la otra... por eso la nota
  23. Graham_Stoner
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is an absolute masterpiece in open world game design. See that castle on the horizon? You can go there and it'll be huge.
    Honestly, I don't know how they can fit so much game into 44gb when compared to Ubisoft's usual output.
    Would write more but this website sucks to write on using mobile. I can't scroll down to proofread what I've written. Elden Ring deserves a 10, metacritic deserves a 1. Get it together metacritic. Employ someone who can optimise this site for mobile phones.    … Expand
  24. TheRealReal
    Mar 2, 2022
    5
    I’m a regular person playing this game. I’ve never rated a game on this website and I thought I would do so with this one. This is by far the least accessible souls I’ve played out of all the soulstitles. I’ll say the pros. The pros are the visuals, the music throughout the game, the combat system, and more. But bro , the boss battles are so stupidly implemented with one shot mechanics andI’m a regular person playing this game. I’ve never rated a game on this website and I thought I would do so with this one. This is by far the least accessible souls I’ve played out of all the soulstitles. I’ll say the pros. The pros are the visuals, the music throughout the game, the combat system, and more. But bro , the boss battles are so stupidly implemented with one shot mechanics and unavoidable randomized attacks. I’m currently on the last boss, I have completed the game up to that point and I would never recommend this game to a newcomer or a friend trying to get into the series. Even for me somebody who has beaten all the souls games in the past, the bosses on this game are on a different level compared to past souls entries. I would say if you’re playing the game in terms of starting to mid level you’re going to have a great time. But close to endgame types of bosses, you’re going to spend countless hours due to one shot mechanics that even at high vigor will not save you from unless you overlevel which I feel should not be needed for these types of games because it feels cheap. I feel that the difficulty of these late bosses are implemented so poorly that I feel a number of people will give up due to their cheap mechanics. This game is just good at the beginning but late game is so terrible with these fights and I don’t know why they think good gameplay should include one shot mechanics and randomized unavoidable attacks that take so many hours to master.… Expand
  25. riley170796
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    A masterpiece. Definitely Miyazaki's magnum opus. Never thought anything could top Sekiro or bloodborne but holy
  26. Obliivious
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Amaasaaaassaaaaaaazing this game is phenomenal. I love it. Highly recommend you give it a shot. This is my favorite game of all time. Indeed.
  27. Mbock001
    Mar 3, 2022
    9
    The game is amazing, every evolution from all their IPs have gone into the game making it amazing. Yes it is difficult it is a From Software game, but it is easier than the rest due to the open world, giving you the ability to become over leveled for bosses to make them sit ificantly easier.. the only reason this is not a 10/10 is the lack of optimization, very rarely am I running 60fps onThe game is amazing, every evolution from all their IPs have gone into the game making it amazing. Yes it is difficult it is a From Software game, but it is easier than the rest due to the open world, giving you the ability to become over leveled for bosses to make them sit ificantly easier.. the only reason this is not a 10/10 is the lack of optimization, very rarely am I running 60fps on ps5 and texture pop in is every where you travel. But so far with 30 hours in it, it's my favorite game of all time, beating my old favorite, bloodborne.… Expand
  28. Stefan_G
    Mar 3, 2022
    9
    This is just another perfect fromsoftware title. Most people i see complaining here in the reviews clearly never played another fromsoftware game before and just bought it because of the hype. People are crying about the fact that the story isn't obvious and that there are no clear objectives. But that is kinda the point in all of the fromsoftware games. if you want to know the lore youThis is just another perfect fromsoftware title. Most people i see complaining here in the reviews clearly never played another fromsoftware game before and just bought it because of the hype. People are crying about the fact that the story isn't obvious and that there are no clear objectives. But that is kinda the point in all of the fromsoftware games. if you want to know the lore you got to look for it yourself. people are also complaining that this game is just darksouls 4 with open world. thats right. if you don't like that, then this game is indeed not for you.

    the only reason why this game is a 9 and not a 10 is because of the minor performance issues. sometimes the fps drops to 30. and the game is indeed not as beautiful as other ps5 titles like demon's souls. but for me personally that is not really an issue.    … Expand
  29. docemberz
    Mar 3, 2022
    5
    The story seems really interesting, but the camera angles and the mechanics just make it frustrating and not at all enjoyable to play for me. Wish I'd waited to buy this instead of listening to the people who said it was a must play, as I feel I've wasted my money.
  30. Kutuhullu
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Elden Ring’s gameplay offers lot of fun with its challenging battles and freedom to play in the way you want. You can play as a mage who uses spells or even as a loincloth wearing guy with a giant club. Game offers also a horse named Torrent which you can use to travel even long distances in the vast open world that has many beautiful sceneries. Elden Ring’s graphics aren’t anythingElden Ring’s gameplay offers lot of fun with its challenging battles and freedom to play in the way you want. You can play as a mage who uses spells or even as a loincloth wearing guy with a giant club. Game offers also a horse named Torrent which you can use to travel even long distances in the vast open world that has many beautiful sceneries. Elden Ring’s graphics aren’t anything special when you compare it to other games on PS5. Game looks still amazing with the PS5 even thou there are few times when some things have lower texture quality. These little flaws game patches with its outstanding art direction.

    Elden Ring is 10/10 game that I would recommend to everyone who wants something challenging, new and non-generic.    … Expand
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Universal acclaim - based on 86 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 86 out of 86
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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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