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  1. May 22, 2022
    10
    No graphics issue on ps5. Stop review bombing this game based on pc performance! Throughly enjoyed my 10+ hours PER DAY in the last three days. Honestly think this is game of the decade. Open world is full of interesting stuff. You JUST NEED TO LOOK FOR THEM!
  2. Apr 28, 2022
    10
    This is really one of the "must have" games and not only for souls games fans. The world is werry huge and searching for secrets and caves in the whole world is very alive and motivating (there is an adequate reward at the end of each challenge) and the feeling of satisfaction every time, after a lot of attempts, the sword cuts into the body of the annoying boss for the last time is againThis is really one of the "must have" games and not only for souls games fans. The world is werry huge and searching for secrets and caves in the whole world is very alive and motivating (there is an adequate reward at the end of each challenge) and the feeling of satisfaction every time, after a lot of attempts, the sword cuts into the body of the annoying boss for the last time is again unbelievable and satisfying as in previous souls games.Well done from software.. you have gathered everything you have learned from the creation of previous great titles and put it all together in one amazing game .... I applaud. Expand
  3. Mar 1, 2022
    10
    This game is incredible. Everything from the world design, art style, combat, story, voice acting, item design, sound design, and feeling of progression.

    Elden Ring is truly one of the best games ever made, and for me, it sits right next to Breath of the Wild as one of my favorite games ever made
  4. Feb 28, 2022
    10
    If you are a souls fan, specifically Dark Souls, you will absolutely love Elden Ring. The game is absolutely gigantic, so many NPC's, secret areas, etc. After getting over the first "hump" which takes a few hours, you will be immersed into a Souls experience like never before.
    My only gripe with this game is the performance / graphics. There are lots of texture pops, frame rate drops, and
    If you are a souls fan, specifically Dark Souls, you will absolutely love Elden Ring. The game is absolutely gigantic, so many NPC's, secret areas, etc. After getting over the first "hump" which takes a few hours, you will be immersed into a Souls experience like never before.
    My only gripe with this game is the performance / graphics. There are lots of texture pops, frame rate drops, and graphically the game is not up to par with the franchise's last game Demon Souls remake, but hopefully this is fixed with future patches. Prepare to become addicted!
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  5. Jul 14, 2022
    9
    This game is so fun, and this is coming from someone who isn't a big souls game fan, definitely recommend. (What i mean by not a big fan, i mean not playing it over and over just play it one then move on, but still a great game.)
  6. Mar 4, 2022
    10
    This game is amazing! I’ve been playing it for about 50hrs now and I’ve barely delved into everything the game has to offer. The open world (and the steed) are huge game changers. I love exploring this new and vast world filled with mysteries and surprises. This is definitely my favorites Souls game so far. I appreciate the fact that I can creat my own path and decide what to do first asThis game is amazing! I’ve been playing it for about 50hrs now and I’ve barely delved into everything the game has to offer. The open world (and the steed) are huge game changers. I love exploring this new and vast world filled with mysteries and surprises. This is definitely my favorites Souls game so far. I appreciate the fact that I can creat my own path and decide what to do first as well as which bosses to take on. Everyone will have a unique experience playing this game. And yes, it is very difficult. That’s FromSoft for you. Expand
  7. Mar 5, 2022
    10
    A truly masterpiece. I had no crashes or bugs in 25H playtime. The open world is fantastic at every corner you can find something.. just beautiful.
  8. Mar 3, 2022
    10
    The game is good and beautiful in the style of Souls, and without exaggeration, the best, and I really enjoyed both the story of this game and the extremely beautiful gameplay of this title.
  9. Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Just an unbelievable experience. The game is is far bigger than it seems, and it already seemed enormous. Bosses and set pieces are incredible and the combat is a great evolution on Dark Souls titles.
  10. Feb 28, 2022
    10
    Everyone here saying "this game has PS3 graphics" clearly haven't played PS3 in a long time.
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. Apr 26, 2023
    8
    A game with one of the most magnificent worlds that frankly I think I’ll always remember exploring.
  14. Sep 9, 2023
    10
    He jugado tantas veces este juego que nunca aburre, al principio es difícil, si, y bien duro pero hay que tener paciencia y explorar hace que el juego se torne "fácil". 350 horas y aún en el 2023 cuando tengo ganas, me lo paso de nuevo. Una obra maestra.
  15. Mar 2, 2022
    10
    A masterpiece. If you have a potato pc dont buy it monkey just have a gtx 1060
  16. May 5, 2022
    10
    Chef d'oeuvre absolu
    Une direction artistique incroyable
    Une liberté rare
    Une bande son magnifique
  17. Jul 3, 2023
    10
    THIS IS A MASTERPIECE !! A mast have game.I can't decide if the better game I ever played is this, or the lou1. A beautiful perfect game!!
  18. Mar 1, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece! the best game of this years , giant everything is giant, fromsoftware sign the best open world . Goty is here
  19. Mar 4, 2022
    9
    Let’s just get one thing out of the way. This game is not revolutionary, nor propels the open world genre forward. I don’t think it’s worth a 10 rating but it’s a pretty amazing game. Reviews are after all just opinions made by humans. Now with that out of the way. People review bombing the game while nothing new should really stop. Do you think this game is truly awful? Have you everLet’s just get one thing out of the way. This game is not revolutionary, nor propels the open world genre forward. I don’t think it’s worth a 10 rating but it’s a pretty amazing game. Reviews are after all just opinions made by humans. Now with that out of the way. People review bombing the game while nothing new should really stop. Do you think this game is truly awful? Have you ever actually played an awful and broken game? Apparently not if you think this deserves a 0-4 etc

    Do I think the game has some issues? Yes particularly when it comes to performance. Honestly the game would get a 10 rating if FromSoftware innovated more, or changed up their formula by adding more variety to their games.

    The game at its core is still fighting and traps. Where are the inventive puzzles to break the monotony? Gave us a jump button but really didn’t make much use for it besides combat.

    Honestly I think they are afraid to change up the formula because their last game Sekiro, which was amazing sold less than DS3 and the Dark Souls fanatics are apparently addicted to the same thing.

    Also to add on to the performance issues the fact that this game has pop-in, and frame rate issues on PS5 or any other version is embarrassing to say the least. The game isn’t pushing any graphical boundaries and is devoid of shadows in tons of areas particularly indoors. Watching a bat flap it’s wings in the distance looking like a stuttering mess is a sight to behold. If I didn’t like the game I would score it lower on these factors.
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  20. Mar 4, 2022
    10
    Good game and my first soulslike game so I think I’ll start playing more of those after playing this.
  21. Mar 5, 2022
    10
    The game is everything I have been waiting for as a soul/bourne fan. I love it.
  22. Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Amazing game. Won’t be everyone’s cup of tea, but not every game is. This is a masterpiece and whoever is into this genre will likely agree.
  23. Jun 11, 2022
    10
    Piece of **** of a launch, but it's ok you know, i don't mind because they fixed it. This is an open world dark souls.
  24. May 30, 2022
    10
    One of the best rpg i have ever seen. 182 hours in the game passed as one. I recommend the game.
  25. Mar 23, 2022
    9
    Потрясающая игра. Очень сложно выразить словами этот восторг. Играю в соул-лайк игру впервые. Балл снимаю за падение FPS.
  26. Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Don't listen to these frustrated bombers. If this game isn't worth at least an 8, in all honesty, just stop playing video games and get a new hobby. You whiny, pasty idiots obviously have expectations that will never be fulfilled. Wanted to give a well-earned nine, but I'm bent on countering these retard 0 ratings. Great game!
  27. Mar 6, 2022
    10
    As a long time FromSoftware fan. I must say that this game is phenomenal. It has everything any 'Souls-like' fan would like. For newer players it provides the opportunity to approach these games in a different way. You can go off the beaten path and level through "easier" mobs before taking on the bigger challenges. FromSoft truly out did themselves with this one. This game went far beyondAs a long time FromSoftware fan. I must say that this game is phenomenal. It has everything any 'Souls-like' fan would like. For newer players it provides the opportunity to approach these games in a different way. You can go off the beaten path and level through "easier" mobs before taking on the bigger challenges. FromSoft truly out did themselves with this one. This game went far beyond my expectations, and I am looking forward to truly exploring The Lands Between further. Congrats on the love FromSoft, it's much deserved. Expand
  28. Mar 29, 2022
    10
    The best game of all time ? Yes maybe :) I am waiting for the DLC :D
    But i love anyways all FS games
  29. Mar 9, 2023
    10
    Castigue el juego por no poder jugar la beta lo he comprado por 30€ un juegazo, comerme los huevos lo **** que querereis un modo facil
  30. 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.
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. 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.
  3. 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.