Elden Ring

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7.8

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  1. MaleniaSucks
    Apr 24, 2023
    7
    I have created my account only to say they Malenia is one of the fromsoftware worst bosses ever made only because of one annoying mechanic. The late-game difficulty, poor balance, and unfair bosses truly make elden ring a shattered masterpiece!
  2. holznudelhauer2
    Apr 27, 2023
    0
    Elden Ring has been one, if not the biggest disappointment in my time gaming by now.
    While the world certainly is well thought out and beautifully designed, the game is poorly optimised.
    You cant take one step without running into any sorts of pop ups or frame drops at some points. (luckily the frame rate drops have almost completely been solved by now) Nethertheless the game does not    Elden Ring has been one, if not the biggest disappointment in my time gaming by now.
    While the world certainly is well thought out and beautifully designed, the game is poorly optimised.
    You cant take one step without running into any sorts of pop ups or frame drops at some points. (luckily the frame rate drops have almost completely been solved by now)
    Nethertheless the game does not care a **** about telling you where to go or what to do, so that you will be stranded in this gigantic world without a clue on where to go, which will then result in countless deaths due to you running into enemies which are way to overpowered.
    And once you find the right NPC to move on, you will be met with a cryptic information dump, which cant be processed quick enough, so that you will almost certainly end up on Youtube trying to figure out what the F to do.
    In my over 80 hours with this game I have only been able to kill the first five story bosses. 80 HOURS!
    And I am not even counting all the time used to look up things on the internet related to this game.
    I don‘t want to spend the little time I have left of the day being torn in half over and over again by a boss, which took me an additional 3 hours to find.
    The overall gameplay loop just consists of running around trying to level up, getting side tracked and finding a random side boss and finally trying to kill named boss for the next few attempts of dying, respawning, running back (whilst being constantly annoyed by regular enemies on the way) and then being killed by the boss again.
    For anybody who hasn‘t anything to do and has 200+ hours of free time: This is your game.
    Otherwise I can not recommend buying Elden Ring.
    Yes, the story is certainly great, the boss designs are cool, but it all comes down to the same frustrating same gameplay loop. Overall not a great game.
    If you do still consider buying a other Souls Game get Demons Souls Remake, it is way better without the open world aspect.
    And one last thing: This isn‘t meant to be personal in any kind of way. If you like Elden Ring its cool to me, but please try to accept my opinion on the game aswell.    … Expand
  3. KPS5
    Jun 27, 2023
    10
    Every single fromsoftware game is epic. I liked Elden ring. It’s a bit long however with crap games going out these days, it is not difficult to make an above average game.
  4. serotoxin
    Apr 29, 2023
    10
    simply the best game ever made. it's a masterpiece in every way; the art/design and aesthetic is the best any game has ever had, the music is some of the best in gaming history, the gameplay is fantastic, and the story is one of the best in any medium. 100 years from now, writing courses will be including Elden Ring in their curriculum, for its symbolism and metaphors, the richness of itssimply the best game ever made. it's a masterpiece in every way; the art/design and aesthetic is the best any game has ever had, the music is some of the best in gaming history, the gameplay is fantastic, and the story is one of the best in any medium. 100 years from now, writing courses will be including Elden Ring in their curriculum, for its symbolism and metaphors, the richness of its worldbuilding and environmental storytelling, and the way it weaves its story around the player, through various intuitive means, rather than heavy-handed exposition. it's simply a masterclass in storytelling, not to mention the incredible story that's being told.… Expand
  5. Cephandrius
    Apr 30, 2023
    10
    This is the first game in years that has pulled me in and grabbed hold of me. I've never played any Dark Souls games before so I wasn't ready for the difficulty. It was frustrating at first but the game gives you chances to improve and the feeling of overcoming real challenges can be really gratifying. If you're after satisfying combat and an immersive world with a huge amount to discoverThis is the first game in years that has pulled me in and grabbed hold of me. I've never played any Dark Souls games before so I wasn't ready for the difficulty. It was frustrating at first but the game gives you chances to improve and the feeling of overcoming real challenges can be really gratifying. If you're after satisfying combat and an immersive world with a huge amount to discover then is for you.… Expand
  6. Icciess
    May 2, 2023
    10
    This game is literally a masterpiece, i don't care if someone says it is trash because it isn't and the game got what it deserved. 10/10
  7. Loop2zer0
    May 2, 2023
    10
    My desire for story games is gone, one of my friends told me that you should try the Elden ring, it’s got high ratings and got the game of the year. I told myself I was going to give her a chance, and I didn’t think I was waiting for the greatest game in the history of games The game prepared the passion for the games
    The Best game ever 10/10✅
    By the way, it's not medicine
  8. Benetka
    May 3, 2023
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Krasse cutscenes … Expand
  9. eduardoasc
    May 5, 2023
    9
    Never play a souls game before but this is one of the best games I play in 2022. I fell in love with this kind of games and i look forward for the dlc
  10. zarathustra_
    May 3, 2023
    10
    What else is there to say about this masterpiece, soundtrack phenomenal, lore deeply vague and intriguing, combat has a the perfect mix of Sekiro, Bloodborne, and all previous souls games combined.
  11. DjogoKujo
    May 4, 2023
    10
    This is easily one of the best open world games ever made! After playing Red Dead Redemption 2 i was left pretty disappointed by open world games for a long time. Then Elden Ring came out and the rest is history. One of the best settings and gameplay in any open world game ever! The environments are just full of character and the locations are some of the most unique in any video gameThis is easily one of the best open world games ever made! After playing Red Dead Redemption 2 i was left pretty disappointed by open world games for a long time. Then Elden Ring came out and the rest is history. One of the best settings and gameplay in any open world game ever! The environments are just full of character and the locations are some of the most unique in any video game ever. There are endless builds you can use. I played with dual Rapiers and was pleasantly surprised that dual wielding weapons of the same type unlocks a unique dual wield attack animation that does a lot of damage if fully executed. There is so much content in this game that my first playthrough took over 150 hours!… Expand
  12. fedeteem07
    May 11, 2023
    10
    Es el juego perfecto con unos gráficos absolutos y perfectos, con una jugabilidad y dificultad increíbles y perfectamente balanceadas. Un mapa enorme duplicado de forma subterránea pero al mismo tiempo totalmente diferente, con una cantidad de objetos maravillosa y un Lore sencillamente perfecto
  13. MrMordicai
    May 12, 2023
    10
    This game is phenomenal from start to finish, the world, the bosses, the lore, is all incredible. This game is truly a masterpiece.
  14. FattiBanga
    May 13, 2023
    10
    I have always struggled and gave very quickly on soulslike games but Elden Ring changed everything for me.If you are still one of those please try again and stick to it until the end it will be an amazing experience and you will become a fan.
  15. Oldeyes659
    May 14, 2023
    10
    One of the best games I really like this game All software games are great
  16. opopfa
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Elden Ring's a masterpiece, and he's mastered the art of showing without telling. As a result, it's very different from other open world games I've played, such as Skyrim and Far Cry, which are narrative and quest driven. The Elden Ring doesn't impose any particular play style or route into you from the getgo.
  17. Calving7
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Exploration parfaite, direction artistique incroyable, un contenu énorme, une personnalisation du personnage poussée et des combats épiques.
  18. QuasarKnight
    May 15, 2023
    8
    Simplesmente incrível! Um dos meus jogos favoritos e sem dúvidas merecidamente ganhou o GOTY.
  19. ls006493
    May 17, 2023
    10
    I finished the game in 140hrs. It is a very exciting journey. I really like the aesthetic of the game. If you like action games and fantasy genres you must play this game.
  20. Draion
    May 20, 2023
    9
    Io ho amato questo titolo ora che ho superato le 300 ore ed essere al new game play 5 (si so cos'è l'erba)mi sento in grado giudicarlo.Elden ring é quasi perfetto ma la cosa che mi ha colpito di piú e il suo mondo di gioco vario e pieno di dangeon
    E posti tutti diversi, le boss fight sono spettacolari difficili ma accessibili a tutti con un po' di impegno.lo consiglio a tutti gli amanti    Io ho amato questo titolo ora che ho superato le 300 ore ed essere al new game play 5 (si so cos'è l'erba)mi sento in grado giudicarlo.Elden ring é quasi perfetto ma la cosa che mi ha colpito di piú e il suo mondo di gioco vario e pieno di dangeon
    E posti tutti diversi, le boss fight sono spettacolari difficili ma accessibili a tutti con un po' di impegno.lo consiglio a tutti gli amanti del genere souls ma anche per chi vuole scoprire il mondo che c'è dietro.    … Expand
  21. plumberlol
    May 18, 2023
    10
    One of gamings crowning achievements. Looks amazing, gameplay is great, incredible world building, some of the best and toughest (without summons) bosses ever made, I could go on.
  22. Spylo
    May 19, 2023
    9
    Très très bon jeu.
    Je regrette cependant l'absence de mécanique comme le fait de pouvoir looter directement les énémis un peu à la morrowind et le manque d'interaction avec l'environnement.
    Malgré, c'est point mineures, le jeu est exceptionnel.
  23. mkwo
    May 19, 2023
    9
    The open world was very beautiful. The main bosses are all very interesting for the most part. The balancing on some of the late game bosses, however, were just awful. Malenia, is a cool looking boss with cool lore but she is not well balanced, just stupidly hard for no reason. Friede in DS3 is a good balanced boss fight, it never felt unfair. Also i did not enjoy all the recycled bossesThe open world was very beautiful. The main bosses are all very interesting for the most part. The balancing on some of the late game bosses, however, were just awful. Malenia, is a cool looking boss with cool lore but she is not well balanced, just stupidly hard for no reason. Friede in DS3 is a good balanced boss fight, it never felt unfair. Also i did not enjoy all the recycled bosses it gets old 50 hours in, But besides that the game is one of a kind and most games don't come close,… Expand
  24. Michael10are
    May 23, 2023
    10
    Just a masterpiece, I enjoyed the game like no other in many years, FromSoftware is just the GOAT
  25. ElPozu
    May 26, 2023
    8
    Un juego increíble, ha sacado todo lo mejor que llevo dentro, un experiencia increíble, un juego que recordaré durante años. El diseño de personajes y NPC, mazmorras, mapa, etc de muy alto nivel, aunque el apartado gráfico me ha decepcionado.
  26. DUCKMANBILL
    Aug 30, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece of a game. Pretty hard for a first timer. A must play game that never ceases to amaze me.
  27. Narant
    May 31, 2023
    10
    Quel jeu !!!
    Un open world juste impressionnant, tout est proche de la perfection.
    Graphiques, combats, donjons, boss, game-play, etc.... tout est réussit.
    Merci From Software pour cet opus de très très grande qualité.
  28. Mhman
    Jul 17, 2023
    9
    Elden Ring is an open-world masterpiece that combines FromSoftware's signature gameplay with a unique twist. The combat is fast-paced and challenging, with a wide variety of weapons and abilities. The storyline is captivating with a deep and complex lore. The visuals are stunning, with breathtaking landscapes and detailed character designs. The game offers a vast and diverse landscape toElden Ring is an open-world masterpiece that combines FromSoftware's signature gameplay with a unique twist. The combat is fast-paced and challenging, with a wide variety of weapons and abilities. The storyline is captivating with a deep and complex lore. The visuals are stunning, with breathtaking landscapes and detailed character designs. The game offers a vast and diverse landscape to explore, from towering mountains to dark dungeons. Overall, Elden Ring is a must-play game for fans of the action RPG genre.… Expand
  29. cr81d
    Jun 27, 2023
    9
    Another extremely rare example of a open world feeling truly worth exploring. Elden ring has an absolutely enormous amount of variety in enemies, areas, weapons and playstyles. While alot of deaths do feel pretty unearned, the aspect of difficulty still does alot for the overall experience, even though it's a bit excessive at times (sekiro did this better in my opinion, by having a reviveAnother extremely rare example of a open world feeling truly worth exploring. Elden ring has an absolutely enormous amount of variety in enemies, areas, weapons and playstyles. While alot of deaths do feel pretty unearned, the aspect of difficulty still does alot for the overall experience, even though it's a bit excessive at times (sekiro did this better in my opinion, by having a revive and not insta-killing you by falling of a cliff).
    Elden ring's massive amount of content provides one of the best and lengthiest experiences available in gaming. Though sadly without a search engine, alot of the most impressive spectacles will be missed by a gamer playing it blind (the right way to play these games), but when you do occasionally find something incredible, it feels amazing. Truly a must play for everyone who calls themself a gamer.    … Expand
  30. maoliveirajr
    Jun 3, 2023
    10
    For me, Elden Ring is a Masterpiece! One of the best games I’ve played in all my life! Congratulations From Software.
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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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